What to Expect
Ninh Binh is a beautiful province located in the northwest of Viet Nam. The province has many beautiful landscapes such as Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Tam Coc – three caves, Trang An Eco-tourism complex, Mua Cave, Thung Nham, Bich Dong, Phat Diem Church, Van Long, Kenh Ga, Cuc Phuong National Park. You can choose 1 day or 2-day tour option from Hanoi, for the excursion. This one-day package will bring you the 3 sites: Hoa Lu ancient temple, Tam Coc and Mua cave. Let's join us to experience it!
Highlights
- Transfer with modern Limousine Bus
- Visit Hoa Lu - An ancient capital
- Have a buffet lunch with delicious local and Asia foods
- Enjoy a unique boat trip to visit Tam Coc - Three different caves
- Biking tour around Tam Coc Area and enjoy a Vietnamese tea break
- Visit Mua Cave - Climb up to the top of Mua Island to get a great view to see or take pictures of Tam Coc
Itinerary
Hanoi hotel pick up - Hoa Lu ancient capital
07:30 – 08:00: You will get picked up by our friendly guide then depart for Ninh Binh province (See our sepecial note at the end of page)
09:15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax
10:30: Visit Hoa Lư ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly DynastyLimousine BusLunch time at local restaurant
11h45: We will have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and steam rice. All are local special cuisine. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch
Buffet lunchLimousine BusTam Coc - Mua Cave - Hanoi
13h00: We will visit Tam Coc by 1.5-hour boat ride. You will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, cloud, sky, and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. All make a masterpiece that the Vietnamese people called “Ha Long Bay on land”.
14:30 Continue the tour for 45 mins with cycling activity around the village to discover the life of the local people.
15:30 Get back to Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
16:30 Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.
18:30 Get dropped off at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Boat, Limousine BusExperiences In The Tour
Good To Know
- The tour IS NOT AVAILABLE during Lunar New Year Holidays (from 28 January to 31 January 2025).
- The Hanoi People's Committee has approved a six-month trial ban on vehicles larger than 16 seats, except for buses and school transport, in the Hoan Kiem and Old Quarter areas. The policy will take effect from March 1, during peak hours from 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Due to this change, some of our tour programs in Hanoi will be affected in terms of pick-up time and pick-up point in Old Quarter. Our team definitely inform you the most convenient pick-up time and pick-up point from your hotel. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.
- Please wait at confirmed meeting point before the scheduled pick-up time informed by our operator, we will not be responsible for your lateness.
- The order of activities can be changed depending on traffic, weather or other factors but we make sure you can visit all sites per program.
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise us if you have any children or infant at the time of booking.
- Please take note on booking or let us know the day before departure if you have any request for food or other inquires
- You should wear comfortable clothes, bring hat, sunscreen and trekking shoes, do not bring too much belongings along.
Book your flights
International flights are not included in this trip . If you have difficulty booking the international flight, please contact us for assistance.
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