{"id":13480,"date":"2025-07-30T14:13:18","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T07:13:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ecohost.vn\/en\/?page_id=13480"},"modified":"2025-07-30T16:08:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T09:08:42","slug":"the-surprising-nam-dinh-experience","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ecohost.vn\/en\/the-surprising-nam-dinh-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"The Surprising Nam Dinh Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Surprising
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Nam Dinh is more than just a destination \u2013 it\u2019s where you connect with Vietnam\u2019s rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse nature. Explore national historical relics, admire French colonial architecture still standing today, and visit one of the world\u2019s top 50 RAMSAR wetlands. Savor authentic local specialties and unwind in the tranquil atmosphere of Ecohost Hai Hau, a 5-star OCOP-certified community-based homestay. Come to Ecohost Hai Hau and experience this joyful and inspiring journey for yourself!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Escape to Nam Dinh \u2013 A 2-Day Journey of Culture & Tranquility<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Cultural Encounters<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Visit and explore sites with a long-standing cultural tradition of the Red River Delta’s wet rice civilization, along with unique Gothic Western-style architecture blended with Eastern elements.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Enjoy local specialties and stay at the tranquil Ecohost Hai Hau \u2013 a 5-star OCOP-certified community-based tourism accommodation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Authentic Local Experiences<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Discover Xuan Thuy National Park \u2013 one of the 50 Ramsar sites in the world \u2013 home to rare bird species. Enjoy a special lunch served on a clam hut in the middle of the vast sea and sky.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Tour Itinerary<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Pick-up Locations:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

  1. Luu Gia Trang<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 45 Tran Nhan Tong Street, Nam Dinh<\/li>
  2. Old Weaving Space<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 05 Hoang Hoa Tham Street, Nam Dinh<\/li>
  3. Tonkin Legends<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 217 Bai Street, Nam Dinh<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Day 01<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Pick-up by tour guide and driver at your designated meeting point. Depart for the cultural journey to Nam Dinh.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Visit Co Le Pagoda<\/strong> \u2013 a spiritual site dedicated to the revered monk known for traditional bronze casting.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    10:00<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>

    Explore Hung Nghia Church<\/strong> and learn about the deep Catholic roots in the region.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    11:30<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>

    Transfer to Ecohost Hai Hau<\/strong> for lunch and relaxation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Enjoy a cycling tour to discover:<\/p>

    • Luong Pagoda Covered Bridge<\/strong> \u2013 a rare architectural gem<\/p><\/li>

    • Pham Phao Church<\/strong> \u2013 famous for its wooden interior and Gothic-Vietnamese design<\/p><\/li>

    • Hai Minh Brass Instrument Village<\/strong> \u2013 known for generations of traditional trumpet and horn craftsmanship.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      18:00<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>

      Check in at Ecohost Hai Hau<\/strong>, enjoy dinner with local specialties.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Start the day with a traditional Nam Dinh-style Pho breakfast<\/strong> at Ecohost.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Visit Xuan Thuy National Park<\/strong> \u2013 a designated RAMSAR Wetland of International Importance<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      11:30<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

      Have a scenic sea-to-table lunch at <\/strong>Ch\u00f2i Ngao, surrounded by the vast sea and sky.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Discover Keo Hanh Thien Pagoda<\/strong>, a national heritage site with ancient architecture and spiritual significance.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Stop by Luu Gia Trang Ecotourism Site<\/strong> \u2013 a green hidden gem nestled along the Dao River.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Transfer back to the initial departure point. Tour concludes.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Tour Inclusions:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

      \u2013 Transportation by car as per the itinerary.
      \u2013 Enthusiastic and experienced tour guide accompanying throughout the trip.
      \u2013 3 main meals (150,000 VND\/person\/meal x 3 meals) and 1 breakfast.
      \u2013 Photographer to take group photos.
      \u2013 Herbal foot soak at Ecohost.
      \u2013 1-night accommodation at Ecohost Hai Hau.
      \u2013 Entrance fees and bicycle rental for sightseeing.
      \u2013 Travel insurance with compensation up to 30,000,000 VND\/person\/incident.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Tour Exclusions:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

      \u2013 Costs for any other types of accommodation.
      \u2013 Single room surcharge.
      \u2013 Cultural exchange performances.
      \u2013 VAT in accordance with state regulations.
      \u2013 Personal expenses and beverages not mentioned in the program.
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      As the program includes outdoor activities and cycling, we kindly remind guests to wear appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear. Please also bring a hat, umbrella or raincoat, and sunscreen to protect your health and enjoy the tour comfortably.<\/p>

      This is a community-based travel experience following sustainable tourism practices. We encourage guests to bring their own toothbrush, face towel, and a refillable water bottle for use during the tour. Single-use plastic items are not allowed.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      OUR TEAM<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Ecohost was founded by proud sons and daughters of Nam Dinh \u2013 those who are deeply passionate about their homeland and constantly seek ways to preserve and promote Vietnam\u2019s culinary and cultural heritage through tourism.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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