Phong Nha & Paradise Caves Boat Guided Tour All-Inclusive
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Duration 10 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
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Small group
Limited to 22 participants
Highlights
- Trek 1.6 km through the forest and climb 500 stone steps to Paradise Cave
- Marvel at stalactite chambers stretching up to 120 metres wide
- Cruise the Son River by dragon boat, passing Tram Me village
- Discover Phong Nha Cave’s Tien, Cung Dinh and Bi Ky branches
- Entrance tickets, lunch & insurance included – no hidden fees
Full description
Phong Nha & Paradise Cave Full-Day Tour: Underground Wonders & River Cruise Overview & Highlights Embark on an unforgettable full-day adventure exploring two of Vietnam's most magnificent natural wonders. Journey along the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail to discover the breathtaking stalactites of Paradise Cave and enjoy a peaceful dragon boat cruise into the mystical depths of Phong Nha Cave. What's Included: • Pick-up & drop-off: From your hotel in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha town area • Activities: Guided tours of Paradise Cave (with tram ride) and Phong Nha Cave (with Son River boat cruise) • Meals: Delicious local Vietnamese lunch featuring fresh ingredients with vegetarian options available Note: A comprehensive day trip combining majestic limestone architecture, scenic river views, and rich local history. ... --------------------------------------- Experience Details Discover the Majestic Caves of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng DETAILED ITINERARY: 07:30 AM: Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pickup from Dong Hoi. 8:00 AM: Guests will move from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha Village along the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail. During the journey, the tour guide will share insights into the historical significance, strategic importance and cultural value of this iconic route. 08:45 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in the scenic Phong Nha town area. 09:00 AM - Paradise Cave Exploration: Visitors begin the journey with a 1.6 km tram ride, followed by a short hike to the narrow entrance of Paradise Cave. Once inside, the cave reveals a vast, cool space with ceilings up to 60 metres high and widths of 120 metres. Conquering 500 limestone steps to enter Paradise Cave, a world-renowned wonder, be overwhelmed by the magnificent stalactites and stalagmites adorned with a captivating system of white LED lights. It's truly a masterpiece crafted by nature. Get lost in the magic of Paradise Cave as our knowledgeable guides share fascinating stories. Snap amazing photos and cherish the memories of this natural wonder. After two hours of exploration, the tour concludes with a return to the car park to move to Phong Nha Town for lunch. 11:30 AM – Lunch Break: Indulge in a unique local Vietnamese lunch experience in Phong Nha. Our menu features a variety of dishes made with the freshest local ingredients, catering to all palates, including vegetarians. Our chefs will create a memorable meal that showcases the best of Vietnamese cuisine. 01:30 PM - Journey to Phong Nha Cave: After enjoying lunch, visitors continue the journey to Phong Nha Cave. Here, visitors board a dragon boat to begin a 30-minute cruise on the poetic Son River, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. • Sitting on the boat, visitors will feel the peace of the scenery, watching the riverside villages and listening to an interesting story. The river leads to the entrance of Phong Nha Cave, where the magic of nature gradually reveals itself through the majestic and mysterious beauty of rows of stalactites and stalagmites. • Stepping inside, visitors will be overwhelmed by the shimmering beauty of the stalactite system illuminated under a flashlight. Stone curtains, stalagmites and stalactites shine like diamonds, creating unique shapes. The deeper you go, the more you will be amazed by the shoals, underground lakes and sparkling rocks, all creating a scene like a fairy-tale world. • Marvel at the stunning stalactites and stalagmites, and listen to your guide's fascinating stories about the cave's formation. • Enjoy the amazing beauty created by nature. 4:30 PM - 4:45 PM: Your unforgettable journey concludes at the stunning Phong Nha Cave, followed by a drop-off at your hotel in Phong Nha town. 05:30 PM - 05:45 PM: Arrival in Dong Hoi city, ending the Phong Nha Cave - Paradise Cave tour! Say goodbye and hope to see you again in the future. Thank you for choosing our company's services. Sincerely!
View full itinerary...Includes
- ✓ Modern air-conditioned vehicle for transfers throughout the programme
- ✓ English-, Chinese- or German-speaking guide for the entire route
- ✓ Continuous assistance from our customer care team before and on departure day
- ✓ One lunch at a local restaurant in Phong Nha
- ✓ Vegetarian meals available – let us know after booking, or tell your guide by the morning of your tour day
- ✓ Paradise Cave entrance, including a 1.6km buggy ride through primary forest
- ✓ Phong Nha Cave entrance, including a dragon boat cruise on the Son River
- ✓ Free luggage storage or in-vehicle keeping for the day, including for guests who have checked out
- ✓ Lavie bottled water 500ml: 2 bottles per guest per day
- ✓ Cold towels: 2 per guest per day
- ✓ Travel insurance up to 20,000,000 VND per guest per incident, subject to policy terms
- ✗ Tết holiday fee (04/02/2027 -> 10/02/2027): 250,000 VND per person
- ✗ Public holiday surcharge (28 April – 2 May, 2 September & 31 December – 2 January): 150,000 VND per person
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- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
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Customer Reviews 
Camille etg1 year agoI recommend it! We had a great day with our guide Happi! Very well organized, everything is done so that we don't feel alone in the bay! The meal is really super good! Unbeatable value for money!
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David Prieto1 year agoVietnam Venture time just improved our whole experience during our time in Vietnam. They helped us in a holistic way, arranging all we needed from a long list of transports that we needed, whole day impressive local tours, and really last minute changes. They always responded and showed reliability when we needed it.
Thanks to all the team!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much David
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Leonora Howe1 year agoI booked the 4 days 3 nights Ha Giang tour with VietNam Venture and had a really good experience. The trip was well-organized, the guide was friendly and helpful, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The itinerary covered beautiful spots in Ha Giang, and the homestays were comfortable and welcoming. Overall, it was a great way to explore Ha Giang without any stress.
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Tal Salamon1 year agoI did 1d tour in Sapa, was great experience
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andy maphrao1 year agonice guy
nice services
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Valerie Berger1 year agoVery kind and nice guy, he helped us a lot! 🙂Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so so much Sir
Leo S1 year agoReally kind owner. Helped me with anything i neededResponse from the owner1 year agoThank you so so much Sir
Israel Aka1 year agoAn excellent agent organized a ride for me from Car Ba to Cat Be Airport🙏Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Sir
Marco Fornari (Grafiche Tris Srl)1 year agoGreat experience! We hiked in the national park! The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. He spoke good English. Highly recommended!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Sir
Mario Cuenca1 year agoMy experience in Cat Ba was very good, and partly thanks to Vietnam Venture. After asking around at several travel agencies, I ended up with the one where Ninh works (VietNam Venture). From then on, I had complete peace of mind when planning tours, trips, and more. I couldn't worry about anything thanks to the trust Ninh instilled in me, the information she gave me, her willingness to help... 100% recommended.Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much 
Maria Ortuño Serra1 year agoGreat trip. Complete with lots of activities and relaxing time. The lunch was good with several traditional dishes.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much for your review 
L Thivend1 year agoExcellent experience with this tour operator!
I highly recommend it!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you for your review
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Angela1 year agoThe absolute best agent for your trips in CatBa / Lan Ha Area! I could not recommend him more! Mr Ninh is the key for an amazing experience!
He will also take care of your pick ups from almost anywhere in north Vietnam.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much
Hanna Müller1 year agoI booked two tours and my bus ride to Hanoi with Vietnam venture and had a great time on the boat. Everything was perfectly organized. The tour guides spoke very well English and provided information throughout the day and at each stop. Besides they were very friendly, caring and funny. Also the bus ride was very good. A big bus with plenty of pace and good communication for pickup time. Direct pickup at the accommodation was very convenient.Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Hanna
