Discover the scenic heart of northern Vietnam on a full-day tour from Hanoi to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and the breathtaking Trang An Grottoes. Drift along the serene Trang An River, where limestone mountains reveal stunning caves along the way. Bike and stroll through the charming landscapes of Hoa Lu Village, then enjoy a delicious local lunch featuring traditional Vietnamese flavors. This tour combines natural beauty, adventure, and authentic cuisine, creating an unforgettable journey through northern Vietnam’s cultural and scenic treasures.
We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. 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 and more details.
07.10 – 07.45 Pick up from your hotel or private address and departure to Ninh Binh. Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax
Take a bike and start riding around the village to explore the gorgeous rice fields surrounded by limestone mountains with a unique route and visit a local family in the Tam Coc area. They are a traditional Vietnamese family with three generations living together. Here you will get the chance to see the house’s architecture and their daily lives.
Visit Bich Dong pagoda – one of the oldest pagoda in the North. Enjoy the panorama view of below countryside from the top.
Come to restaurant, refresh and enjoy a special lunch with the local cuisine, featuring the yin-yang balance of the Asian culture.
Arrive in Trang An and spend about 2 hours exploring Trang An, the core of a world natural heritage site, in a small boat rowed by local people. Visit many limestones, water caves, and temples along the Sao Khe River.
Leave Ninh Binh and drive straight back to Hanoi. 18.30: Arrive in Hanoi, drop you back to your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter. Trip ends.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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