Binh Lieu – Quang Ninh Car Tour: Conquering the Dinosaur's Backbone
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Quảng Ninh
3N2Đ (Participation Duration)
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Tour description
Explore the pristine land of Binh Lieu, often likened to a 'miniature Sapa' of Quang Ninh, on an impressive car journey. The highlight of the trip is conquering Milestone 1305, dubbed the 'Dinosaur's Backbone' on the border patrol road in Binh Lieu. This is the highest milestone among those here. The road to this milestone is about 25 km from the center of Binh Lieu town, following the border patrol road. The winding border road, twisting along the mountain slopes, will delight you with its mystery and beauty as you look far to see the vastness and grandeur of the forested mountains. After reaching the summit, travelers will enjoy the tranquil atmosphere in ethnic villages, where traditional culture has been preserved for generations. This is also an opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and the simple yet colorful life of the local people.
Key destinations in the tour you cannot miss:
- Sovereign Milestone 1317
- Dao ethnic village – Song Mooc Village
- 'Dinosaur's Backbone' at Milestone 1305
- Khe Van Waterfall
- Sovereign Milestone 1327 located on the summit of Thanh Long Linh Mountain
Key destinations in the tour you cannot miss:
- Sovereign Milestone 1317
- Dao ethnic village – Song Mooc Village
- 'Dinosaur's Backbone' at Milestone 1305
- Khe Van Waterfall
- Sovereign Milestone 1327 located on the summit of Thanh Long Linh Mountain
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Detailed itinerary
HANOI – HA LONG – BINH LIEU – SONG MOOC (Lunch, Dinner)
08:00 The vehicle picks you up at the meeting point to depart for Binh Lieu.
12:00 - 12:30 Arrive in Binh Lieu. The group has lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue the journey to Hoanh Mo Border Gate. From here, you can observe border area activities, check in at border landmark 1317, visit the Dao ethnic village – Song Mooc Village; admire terraced rice fields, and explore star anise and cinnamon forests. Enjoy dinner and a campfire gathering in the village with the local ethnic people; savor local specialties: black Muscovy duck, free-range chicken, Tay people's Dong Van stir-fried pho, Dao people's buffalo skin dish, take part in cultural exchanges around the campfire amidst the mountains and forests, and sip traditional leaf-fermented wine with wild honey..
Overnight stay at a Dao ethnic homestay.
08:00 The vehicle picks you up at the meeting point to depart for Binh Lieu.
12:00 - 12:30 Arrive in Binh Lieu. The group has lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue the journey to Hoanh Mo Border Gate. From here, you can observe border area activities, check in at border landmark 1317, visit the Dao ethnic village – Song Mooc Village; admire terraced rice fields, and explore star anise and cinnamon forests. Enjoy dinner and a campfire gathering in the village with the local ethnic people; savor local specialties: black Muscovy duck, free-range chicken, Tay people's Dong Van stir-fried pho, Dao people's buffalo skin dish, take part in cultural exchanges around the campfire amidst the mountains and forests, and sip traditional leaf-fermented wine with wild honey..
Overnight stay at a Dao ethnic homestay.
CONQUERING THE DINOSAUR'S SPINE (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
06:00 The group has breakfast at a local homestay. Afterwards, embark on a wonderful journey to conquer the Dinosaur's Spine, home to Landmark 1305 along the Binh Lieu border patrol route. Landmark 1305 is one of the two border markers located at the highest altitude in Quang Ninh, and it is by no means easy to reach.
The Dinosaur's Spine is considered the most scenic stretch on the trail leading up to Landmark 1305 on the Vietnam–China border. This landmark sits atop the highest mountain peak in Binh Lieu District. To reach it, you must traverse a 9-km trail. It is considered a destination that not just anyone can easily conquer.
Visiting the Dinosaur's Spine in late autumn and early winter, you can admire the magnificent natural scenery of the area. Binh Lieu emerges as picturesque as a colorful painting, with a harmonious blend of lush green mountains, the golden hues of vast terraced fields, and carpets of white reed flowers stretching across the horizon.
In the afternoon, visit Khe Van Waterfall and discover the canna vermicelli craft of the San Chi ethnic group.
Khe Van Waterfall originates from the Khe Van – Thong Chau mountain range at an elevation of over 1,000 meters above sea level. The waterfall cascades across three tiers from a height of about 100 meters, pouring down in white foam amid the rocks and lush vegetation. It is a majestic waterfall with rushing streams, massive prostrate boulders, and moss-covered cliffs on both sides. In the rainy season, the cascading water creates crystal-clear pools at the base of the falls. With its pristine protection forest and rich flora, Khe Van Waterfall is an ideal destination to enjoy refreshing forest streams and picturesque scenery, offering visitors a relaxing sensation as they immerse themselves in the natural spring water and fresh air.
Discover the renowned Binh Lieu canna vermicelli craft of Mr. La Nong—an exemplary young local recognized with the Luong Dinh Cua Award for preserving the identity of the traditional craft village.
Overnight at a hotel in Binh Lieu town.
06:00 The group has breakfast at a local homestay. Afterwards, embark on a wonderful journey to conquer the Dinosaur's Spine, home to Landmark 1305 along the Binh Lieu border patrol route. Landmark 1305 is one of the two border markers located at the highest altitude in Quang Ninh, and it is by no means easy to reach.
The Dinosaur's Spine is considered the most scenic stretch on the trail leading up to Landmark 1305 on the Vietnam–China border. This landmark sits atop the highest mountain peak in Binh Lieu District. To reach it, you must traverse a 9-km trail. It is considered a destination that not just anyone can easily conquer.
Visiting the Dinosaur's Spine in late autumn and early winter, you can admire the magnificent natural scenery of the area. Binh Lieu emerges as picturesque as a colorful painting, with a harmonious blend of lush green mountains, the golden hues of vast terraced fields, and carpets of white reed flowers stretching across the horizon.
In the afternoon, visit Khe Van Waterfall and discover the canna vermicelli craft of the San Chi ethnic group.
Khe Van Waterfall originates from the Khe Van – Thong Chau mountain range at an elevation of over 1,000 meters above sea level. The waterfall cascades across three tiers from a height of about 100 meters, pouring down in white foam amid the rocks and lush vegetation. It is a majestic waterfall with rushing streams, massive prostrate boulders, and moss-covered cliffs on both sides. In the rainy season, the cascading water creates crystal-clear pools at the base of the falls. With its pristine protection forest and rich flora, Khe Van Waterfall is an ideal destination to enjoy refreshing forest streams and picturesque scenery, offering visitors a relaxing sensation as they immerse themselves in the natural spring water and fresh air.
Discover the renowned Binh Lieu canna vermicelli craft of Mr. La Nong—an exemplary young local recognized with the Luong Dinh Cua Award for preserving the identity of the traditional craft village.
Overnight at a hotel in Binh Lieu town.
BORDER PATROL WITH BORDER GUARDS – RETURN TO HANOI (Breakfast, Lunch)
The group has breakfast at the hotel, then travels along the border patrol road running along the river dividing Vietnam and China. Along the way, you will admire blooming wild flowers and the distinctive scents of star anise and cinnamon unique to this region, interact with border guard soldiers, and visit border landmark 1327 atop Thanh Long Linh Mountain.
Lunch at a restaurant.
After lunch, the vehicle transfers you back to Hanoi, concluding the journey exploring Binh Lieu.
The group has breakfast at the hotel, then travels along the border patrol road running along the river dividing Vietnam and China. Along the way, you will admire blooming wild flowers and the distinctive scents of star anise and cinnamon unique to this region, interact with border guard soldiers, and visit border landmark 1327 atop Thanh Long Linh Mountain.
Lunch at a restaurant.
After lunch, the vehicle transfers you back to Hanoi, concluding the journey exploring Binh Lieu.
Tour price includes
- New-generation tourist car with air conditioning for pick‑up and drop‑off as per the program
- Accommodation at homestays (2–3 people per room)
- Meals included in the program – 150,000 VND per main meal – 40,000 VND per side meal
- Guide throughout the route, enthusiastic and experienced
- Entrance fees at program sites
- Travel insurance for the entire trip with a maximum compensation of 20 million VND per person per incident
- Accommodation at homestays (2–3 people per room)
- Meals included in the program – 150,000 VND per main meal – 40,000 VND per side meal
- Guide throughout the route, enthusiastic and experienced
- Entrance fees at program sites
- Travel insurance for the entire trip with a maximum compensation of 20 million VND per person per incident
Tour price excludes
- VAT (10%)
- Drinking water during meals
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Other personal expenses (phone, laundry, beverages during meals…)
- Drinking water during meals
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Other personal expenses (phone, laundry, beverages during meals…)
Other notes
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancel 15 days before departure: cancellation fee 30% of tour price
- Cancel 7–15 days before departure: cancellation fee 50% of tour price
- Cancel 3–7 days before departure: cancellation fee 70% of tour price
- Cancel within 3 days before departure: cancellation fee 100%
Note: The condition that occurs first will be applied.
CHILD TOUR PRICES
- Under 5 years old (sharing a bed with parents): Free of charge, maximum 1 child per room (parents take care, any extra costs are paid by parents)
- 6–9 years old (sharing a bed with parents, own seat on the vehicle): 50% of adult tour price
- 10 years old and above: 100% of adult tour price
NOTE
- No weekend surcharge
(Party A: Customer purchasing the service. Party B: Service provider)
- Party B commits to service quality as announced in the program.
- Party B organizes for Party A to follow the announced itinerary. The order of attractions may change depending on actual conditions but will still include all program destinations.
- Party B purchases insurance for Party A according to the itinerary.
- Due to the nature of individual travelers joining groups, if the group has 10 or more participants, we will depart according to the published schedule. If the group has fewer than 10 participants, Party B will arrange a new departure date and inform Party A at least 5 days before departure. If Party A cannot arrange a new time, Party B will refund the deposit to Party A.
- If Party B cannot conduct the tour at the scheduled time due to force majeure such as natural disasters, floods, war, etc., Party B will arrange a new departure date, and any additional costs will be agreed upon by both parties.
- Cancel 15 days before departure: cancellation fee 30% of tour price
- Cancel 7–15 days before departure: cancellation fee 50% of tour price
- Cancel 3–7 days before departure: cancellation fee 70% of tour price
- Cancel within 3 days before departure: cancellation fee 100%
Note: The condition that occurs first will be applied.
CHILD TOUR PRICES
- Under 5 years old (sharing a bed with parents): Free of charge, maximum 1 child per room (parents take care, any extra costs are paid by parents)
- 6–9 years old (sharing a bed with parents, own seat on the vehicle): 50% of adult tour price
- 10 years old and above: 100% of adult tour price
NOTE
- No weekend surcharge
(Party A: Customer purchasing the service. Party B: Service provider)
- Party B commits to service quality as announced in the program.
- Party B organizes for Party A to follow the announced itinerary. The order of attractions may change depending on actual conditions but will still include all program destinations.
- Party B purchases insurance for Party A according to the itinerary.
- Due to the nature of individual travelers joining groups, if the group has 10 or more participants, we will depart according to the published schedule. If the group has fewer than 10 participants, Party B will arrange a new departure date and inform Party A at least 5 days before departure. If Party A cannot arrange a new time, Party B will refund the deposit to Party A.
- If Party B cannot conduct the tour at the scheduled time due to force majeure such as natural disasters, floods, war, etc., Party B will arrange a new departure date, and any additional costs will be agreed upon by both parties.
Detailed price list
| Guest type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | 2,320,000 VND (est. ~$96.7) |
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