Chay River & Dark Cave Full-Day Tour

1. Day 1: Chay River & Dark Cave Adventure – Ziplining, Mud Bath & Cave Exploration

   06:15 – 06:30 | Hotel Pickup: Your English- and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in central Hue. Begin your full-day adventure by a comfortable 16-seat vehicle, traveling toward Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its extraordinary cave systems and natural landscapes.

   Morning | Historical Landmarks Along the Journey

   • La Vang Holy Land: Stop at this important Catholic pilgrimage destination in the former Quang Tri Province. Discover the spiritual significance of the national shrine and its importance to Vietnam's Catholic community.
   • Hien Luong Bridge & Ben Hai River: Continue to these famous historical landmarks associated with the former division of Vietnam near the 17th Parallel. Enjoy a sightseeing stop and take memorable photographs of the bridge and surrounding river scenery.
   • Continue your scenic journey through Central Vietnam toward the impressive natural landscapes of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

   12:00 | Lunch & Rest: Stop at a local restaurant for lunch and enjoy a short break before beginning the afternoon adventure activities. The original program does not explicitly confirm whether lunch is included in the tour price.

   13:00 | Chay River & Dark Cave Adventure

   • Chay River: Arrive at the Chay River and Dark Cave adventure area, surrounded by spectacular limestone mountains, lush vegetation, and beautiful natural scenery.
   • 400-Meter Zipline Experience: Experience an exciting approximately 400-meter zipline journey from the wildlife observation tower toward Dark Cave, enjoying impressive views of the surrounding river and mountain landscapes.
   • Dark Cave Exploration: Discover the fascinating natural environment of Dark Cave using specialized exploration equipment, including a helmet and headlamp.
   • River Swimming: Enjoy an adventurous swimming experience across the refreshing waters of the Chay River as described in the tour program.
   • Natural Mud Bath: Experience a unique mud bath inside the cave, surrounded by extraordinary underground rock formations and a distinctive natural atmosphere.
   • Adventure Water Activities: After exploring the cave, return to the recreational area and enjoy additional activities, including a shorter zipline and opportunities to jump into the refreshing water.
   • Kayaking: Kayaking is listed among the included activities, offering an additional way to experience the beautiful surroundings of the Chay River. The exact kayaking schedule is not specified in the program.

   15:30 | Return Journey to Hue: Depart from the Chay River and Dark Cave area and travel back toward Hue along the route described in the program as the Legendary Road.

   19:30 – 20:00 | Hotel Drop-Off: Arrive back in Hue and return to your hotel in the city center. End of the full-day Chay River and Dark Cave adventure tour.

Important information

• Tour price includes

  Included

  • Transportation by 16-seat vehicle.
  • Professional English- and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide.
  • Entrance fees to attractions included in the itinerary.
  • Kayaking activities.
  • Ziplining activities.
  • Water and tissues.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Value-added tax (VAT).

  Not Included

  • Other meals not mentioned in the program.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Travel insurance (also listed under inclusions in the original document; confirmation required).
  • Tips and gratuities.
• Good to know

  Tour Information

  • Tour duration: Full day.
  • Departure schedule: Even-numbered days of the month.
  • Pickup time: 06:15 according to the tour information section; the detailed itinerary specifies 06:30.
  • Hotel pickup is available in Hue city.
  • Scheduled return time: 19:30 – 20:00.
  • Hotel drop-off is provided in central Hue.
  • Transportation is provided by a 16-seat vehicle.
  • The tour includes an English- and Vietnamese-speaking guide.

  Zipline Safety Requirements

  • Guests weighing under 40 kg are not permitted to participate in ziplining.
  • Guests weighing over 90 kg are not permitted to participate in ziplining.
  • Guests should follow the instructions of the activity operators and use the required safety equipment.

  Recommended Items to Bring

  • Swimwear, including a swimsuit or bikini.
  • Suitable personal items for swimming and water-based adventure activities.

  Meal Information

  • Lunch is scheduled at 12:00 at a local restaurant.
  • The lunch menu and exact restaurant are not specified.
  • The original document does not explicitly list lunch among the included services. Confirmation is required.

  Additional Information

  • The itinerary includes visits to La Vang Holy Land, Hien Luong Bridge, and Ben Hai River before continuing to Chay River and Dark Cave.
  • Kayaking and ziplining are listed as included activities.
  • The zipline experience described in the itinerary is approximately 400 meters long.
  • Travel insurance appears in both the Included and Excluded sections of the original document. Confirmation is required before publication.
  • The original document does not specify a children policy.