Explore Tam Coc, Bich Dong, and Thung Nham: Full-Day Private Tour

Hanoi, Ninh Binh

Duration

1 day

From

$145

Overviews

Escape the bustle of Hanoi and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Ninh Binh. Cruise through emerald rice paddies in Tam Coc, cycle through charming villages, and delve into the mystical caves of Thung Nham Bird Valley. This adventure-filled day tour unveils Ninh Binh’s hidden gems, offering a glimpse into local life and Vietnam’s rich history

Tour Highlights:

  • Explore Tam Coc, “Halong Bay on Land,” on a scenic boat ride through rice paddies and limestone caves.
  • Discover local life with a cycling tour through villages.
  • Enjoy a delicious lunch of local specialties.
  • Visit Bich Dong Pagoda, a unique three-tiered pagoda built into a mountainside.
  • Take a boat trip through Thung Nham Bird Valley, a haven for hundreds of bird species.
  • See Hang But (Buddhist Cave) with its impressive stalactites and stalagmites.

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07h30 – 7h45: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for the transfer to Ninh Binh.

09h00: You will have a short break of 15 - 20 minutes to stretch your legs, use the facilities or have a quick snack.

09h30: Visiting Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on the land”, where you will spend 1.5 hours on the boat to explore this area. On this excursion down the Ngo Dong River, you will pass through the beautiful paddy fields, limestone karst formation, and a stunning cave system including Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba caves for a unique experience.

11h00 - 11h30: It’s time to join our 30 minutes cycling activity to discover the life of the local people. Or stay behind and either relax in the restaurant for sightseeing and capture the views around lake, waterfall and valleys.

12h00: You will have a lunch with local specialties in the private area of our Trang An Heritage Garden. The vegetarian option is also available.

13h00: Our next destination is Bich Dong pagoda, one of the most attractive landmark in Ninh Binh. It is also known as the second beautiful cave of the Southern Vietnam. The pagoda was built in the style of “三” which is meaning “three” in Chinese word. It includes 3 separate pagodas: Bottom pagoda, Middle pagoda and Top pagoda, leaning on the mountain from the bottom to the top.

14h00: Continue to Thung Nham Bird Valley. Get on a small sampan to discover Hang But (Buddhist Cave), about 500m in length, a magical view of the stalactites and stalagmites, and see a big Buddha-shaped stalactite sitting beside an underground river, as well as visit an orchard of tropical fruits in this area.

The best time for the bird park in the afternoon, sit quietly on a boat and slowly paddle through Thung Chim (Thung Nham), discover the most features of this area with more than thousand birds of 40 species flying to inhabit every day. Your best chance to take nice photos and immerse yourself in the wild and nature.

17h00: It is time to get transferred back to Hanoi

19h – 19h30: Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Inclusion

  • Set menu lunch with local specialties
  • Bicycle activity
  • Entrance fee & boat cruising in Tam Coc: 2-3pax/boat
  • Sharing boat at Thung Nham bird park: 10-12pax/boat
  • Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi private limousine/car transfer round trip
  • English speaking guide
  • Free Wifi, 01 bottle of mineral water/1way on the limousine/car
  • Free usage of Vietnamese conical hat & rain-coat during the trip

Exclusion

  • VAT
  • Beverages
  • Tips for tourguide & driver
  • Personal expenses
  • All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
  • Surcharge on Vietnam public holidays

Notes

  • Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions
  • The price of the tour is subject to change based on the price of the entrance ticket to visit Ninh Binh.
  • On weekend, some roads will not allow vehicles to make room for the Walking street, therefore our limousine will drop you off at the closest and suitable point in the Old Quarter instead.
  • Please note that “Cycling” is an add-on service to add more fun and excitement to the tour and is not included in the tour price. It’s a quick complimentary detour activity and is totally optional. If you think you are physically not able to do the cycling, you may choose to stay behind and either relax in the restaurant or go sightseeing and capture the views around: waterfall, pond and valleys.

Children Policy

  • Child from 1-4 years old: FREE of charge for the 1st child traveling with 2 adults( sharing seat on Limousine with parents). The 2nd child will be charged 75% of the adult rate.
  • Child from 5 – 8 years old: 75% of the adult rate
  • Child from 9 years & above: 100% of the adult rate

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