Luxury Private Tour from Hanoi: Incense Village, Hoa Lu & Tam Coc

11 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Embark on a luxurious private day tour to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, Tam Coc, and the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, traveling in comfort aboard an air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced local guide. Your journey begins with convenient hotel pickup in Hanoi before heading to Quang Phu Cau, Northern Vietnam’s most vibrant and photogenic incense-making village, where colorful incense bundles create a truly unforgettable scene.

Continue to the breathtaking landscapes of Tam Coc, often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on Land,” and enjoy a peaceful boat ride through winding rivers, limestone karsts, and lush rice fields. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s first ancient capital, where centuries-old temples and historic landmarks offer fascinating insights into the country’s rich cultural heritage and royal past.

What's Included

Enthusiastic English Speaking Guide
Private transfer pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi
Discover Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, Tam Coc boat trip, Hoa Lu ancient Capital
Sightseeing tickets
Savor Authentic Vietnamese Lunch
Mineral water per person
Personal expenses & Beverages
Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will collect all travelers within Hanoi. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hanoi

    Your Driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi and depart to visit the beauty of Quang Phu Cau Incense Village

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Arrive at Incense Village, named Quang Phu Cau. If you allow the incense to dry in various formations, you’ll get pictures of people working among this sea of red and color. Capture a variety of shots of the workers in action, the village workshops, and images of the incense-making process. Visiting some local people’s houses to widen knowledge about the real life of Vietnamese. Taking more images of the friendly locals who have worked on producing incense in this village for generations. Your tour guide will give you information about the worship culture and religions in Vietnam.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Ninh Binh

    Departure for Ninh Binh – one of the most beautiful place for tourism in the Northern Vietnam. Arrive Ninh Binh, Having delicious lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Tam Coc - Bich Dong

    Discover Tam Coc on Sampan boat, enjoy the beauty of caves, limestone mountain on a river – which is called Ha Long on Land. Your local rower will do paddle to take you pass through inside caves. You discover very beautiful stalactite and rice fileds are surrounded by limestone mountain systems along the river. The picture of natural beauty will be shown you.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

    We continue on to Hoa Lu, the former capital of Vietnam. After that, we go to the temple of Vietnam’s first emperor. Your understanding of Vietnamese history between the 10th and the 11th centuries will deepen.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Hanoi

    Leave Ninh Binh and drive straight back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi, drop you back to your hotel or private address in Hanoi. Trip ends.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Local Tours SAPA

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
Water Tours
Nature Walks
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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