The Project Location: Nam Dinh, Northern Vietnam
The project is located in the bustling city of Nam Dinh, situated in the northern part of Vietnam. It's about 1.5 hours from the capital city of Hanoi and roughly the same distance from the coast. Nam Dinh Province has a population of 2.15 million people.
The city’s landscape is a blend of historical and modern buildings, temples, and churches. Along the streets, you’ll find many small cafés, restaurants, shops, and more. The region has a mountainous climate, with average temperatures ranging between 22°C and 31°C. The summer months (June to August) can be quite hot and humid, with occasional thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.
Exploring Nam Dinh and Beyond
On your evenings and days off, you’ll have the chance to explore Nam Dinh and the surrounding area or even take a trip to Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital city.
Motorized two-wheelers are the main mode of transportation in Southeast Asia, and you’ll have the option to rent a scooter to explore Nam Dinh at your own pace. On your discovery tour, make sure to visit Co Trach Temple, Nam Dinh Flag Tower, one of the city’s landmarks, and the Pho Minh Pagoda in the north of the city. You’ll also want to check out Truc Lam Thien Truong, a Buddhist temple known for its massive Buddha statues.
A bit further out of Nam Dinh, to the south, lies Hai Ly Beach. Here, you can relax by the sea and visit an old, dilapidated church that, despite its condition, exudes a wild beauty when contrasted with the sea in the background.
Included Tours
Our local team also offers various tours, which are included in the program:
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Hanoi Street Food Tour and Train Street with Egg Coffee
This half-day excursion runs from around 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. You’ll have the opportunity to try the best of Hanoi's street food, including Pho (beef noodle soup), Banh Cuon (steamed rice rolls), and Banh Mi (Vietnamese sandwiches). Afterward, you’ll visit a café on Train Street, where you can enjoy a Vietnamese Egg Coffee while watching the trains pass by.
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Bat Trang Ceramic Village
Located about 13 km southeast of Hanoi, across the Chuong Duong Bridge, Bat Trang is famous for its high-quality ceramic products. Vases, bowls, and other items from this village are exported worldwide. On this tour, you’ll visit the local exhibitions and even try your hand at creating your own ceramic piece to take home.
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Day Tour of Hanoi’s Highlights
This tour includes visits to the Temple of Literature, the Tran Quoc Pagoda, and West Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Hanoi. You’ll also explore the Hoan Kiem Lake, St. Joseph's Cathedral, and a traditional ancient house that you won’t find elsewhere in Vietnam. Additionally, you’ll visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the 54 ethnic minorities in Vietnam through both indoor and outdoor exhibits.
