Hanoi: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Tam Coc Boat Ride & Scenic Biking

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Escape the bustle of Hanoi and discover the natural beauty and cultural treasures of northern Vietnam on this full-day Ninh Binh tour. Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu as you learn stories of Vietnam’s early dynasties and visit its historic temples. Drift along the Tam Coc river on a traditional sampan boat, gliding through stunning limestone caves and peaceful waterways. Continue your journey with a relaxing bike ride through charming villages and lush rice fields. Enjoy a flavorful Vietnamese lunch before returning to Hanoi. With convenient pickup and drop-off from the Old Quarter, this tour offers the perfect blend of history, scenery, and authentic local experiences.

What's Included

All Entrance Fee Tickets
English-Speaking Guide
Buffet Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
Cycling through peaceful villages
Hoa Lu ancient capital, Boat Ride at Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc
Limousine Bus pick up up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area
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 pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements. Check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick-up time.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    7:00 - 7:30 AM: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km. Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

    The first destination in this trip is visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering the temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel the ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital. 

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Ninh Binh

    Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods. Vegetarian food is always available in the buffet lunch.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng

    Visit Tam Coc by 1,5 hour bamboo boat. During the boat trip, you will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy field, river, water, cloud, sky and stuning cave system. All make a masterpiece which Vietnamese people called “ Halong Bay on land “. Continue the tour with 45 minutes for cycling around the village to discover the life of local people. 

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Old Quarter

    Come back to our shuttle bus to return to Hanoi 18h30: End your memorable day with Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Day Trip in Ninh Binh. Get dropped off at Hotel in Hanoi.

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Vinadu

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Mountain Bike Tours
Full-day Tours
4WD Tours
Eco Tours
Water Tours
Bike Tours
Limousine Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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