Full-Day Tour of Hoa Lu, Tam Coc,Trang An and Mua Cave
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This full-day tour from Hanoi explores the history and natural beauty of Ninh Binh province. Immerse yourself in Vietnamese history at the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, visit temples dedicated to past dynasties, and learn about local life through a cycling activity (optional). Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch with local specialties before embarking on a scenic boat trip through either Tam Coc (“Ha Long Bay on Land”) or Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Conclude the tour with a breathtaking climb to the peak of Mua Cave for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Tour Highlights
- Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010.
- Explore the Temple of Dinh King and Le King and learn about Vietnamese history.
- Opt for a cycling activity through the countryside or relax and enjoy the scenery (optional).
- Savor a delicious buffet lunch with local specialties.
- Take a boat trip through Tam Coc’s stunning cave system and rice paddies (Option 1).
- Explore Trang An’s UNESCO-listed caves and filming location of “Kong: Skull Island” (Option 2).
- Challenge yourself with a climb to the peak of Mua Cave for panoramic views.
- Enjoy a comfortable transfer back to Hanoi.
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07h30 - 8h00: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for transfer to Ninh Binh.
09h15: You will have a short break of 15 - 20 minutes to stretch your legs, use the facilities or have a quick snack.
10h30: Visiting Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from years 968 to 1010. Then you will visit the Temple of Dinh King and Le King to learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
11h15 - 11h45: 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 buffet lunch with local specialties in the private area of our Trang An Heritage Garden. The vegetarian option is also available.
13h15 - 13h30: Option 1: 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.
Option 2: Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 1.5 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which owns a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 - “Skull Island”.
15h30: We continue to visit Mua Cave and climb 500 steps to reach the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, overlooking the amazing view of the city and Tam Coc below.
16h30 - 17h00: Transfer back to Hanoi.
19h00 - 19h30: Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Inclusion
- Buffet lunch with local specialties
- Bicycle activity
- Entrance fee & sharing boat at Tam Coc: 2-3pax/boat; Trang An: 4pax/boat
- Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi limousine/shuttle bus transfer
- English speaking guide
- Free Wifi, 01 bottle of mineral water/1 way on the limousine/shuttle bus
- Free usage of Vietnamese conical hat & rain-coat during the trip
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- VAT
- Beverages
- Tips for tourguide & driver
- Personal expenses
- All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
- Surcharge on Vietnam public holidays
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