Escape Hanoi and explore the natural and cultural highlights of northern Vietnam on this Ninh Binh day tour. Discover the ancient temples of Hoa Lu and delve into Vietnamese history. Enjoy a boat ride to the limestone caves of Tam Coc and bicycle along the picturesque rice fields. Savor a local lunch filled with delicious Vietnamese dishes. With hotel transport from Hanoi’s Old Quarter, this tour offers a convenient and enriching day trip, combining historical exploration, natural beauty, and culinary delights.
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.
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
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.
Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods. Vegetarian food is always available in the buffet lunch.
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.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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