1-Day Private Tour to Ninh Binh: Tam Coc & Hoa Lu

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Escape the busy streets of Hanoi and dive into the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Northern Vietnam on this private day tour to Ninh Binh. Explore the ancient temples of Hoa Lu and uncover the stories that shaped Vietnam’s early history. Glide along the peaceful waterways of Tam Coc on a scenic boat ride through limestone caves, then cycle past lush rice fields and charming countryside landscapes.

Enjoy a flavorful Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your journey. With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Hanoi’s Old Quarter, this tour offers a perfect blend of historical discovery, stunning scenery, and authentic local cuisine—making for a truly enriching day trip.

What's Included

Private transfer pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi
English-Speaking Guide
Lunch
All sightseeing and boat fees
Explore the Countryside on a Bike Ride
Personal Expenses & Beverages
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.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Area. 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
    Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng

    Take a bike and start riding around the village to explore the gorgeous rice fields surrounded by limestone mountains in the Tam Coc area. Enjoy a special lunch with the local cuisine. After lunch, we will take a break before continuing the journey of exploration in Ninh Binh. Visit Tam Coc by a small boat rowed by a local for about 1.5 hours. Known as "Halong Bay on land", the boat trip is a nice journey along the river with the peaceful scenery of limestone mountains and rice paddy fields if traveling during harvest season.  

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Hoa Lu Temple

    Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, and visit the temple of King Dinh. Under the introduction of our local guide, you will get to know more about Vietnamese history.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Old Quarter

    Leave Ninh Binh and drive straight back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi, and we will drop you off at your hotel or private address in the Hanoi. Trip ends!

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Chill Tourist

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Mountain Bike Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
City Tours
Water Tours
Bike Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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