Ninh Binh Half Day Rice and Buffalo Adventure

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Immerse yourself in Vietnam's rich farming heritage with the Rice & Buffalo Adventure at Tam Coc Museum. This unique experience invites you to delve into traditional rice cultivation, starting with a hands-on dumpling-making session of rice floating cake - "bánh trôi". Engage with history as you craft a straw broom, a staple of Vietnamese households. Then, journey to Buffalo Cave, where you’ll feed buffalo and ducks, ride through verdant rice fields, and even plant rice like a local farmer. Uncover the beauty of nature and Vietnamese agriculture while creating lasting memories in the serene countryside.

What's Included

Bottled water
Taxi service within Tam Coc area (+$3/person).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at Buffalo Cave. The tour guide will welcome you at each location (Buffalo Cave and Tam Coc Museum). You can come on your own by walking, bicycle, scooter, or taxi. After the Buffalo Cave activities, transfer to Tam Coc Museum where the tour ends.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Duration: 2 hours

Buffalo Cave (1 hour)

Ride a buffalo through the rice fields.

Plant rice like a local farmer.

Feed buffalo and ducks by the water.

Try traditional rod fishing.

Explore the hidden Buffalo Cave.

Walk through a bamboo forest.

Refresh at a natural waterfall.

Transfer to Tam Coc Museum (15 minutes / 2 km)

Walk, cycle, or use your own transport.

Optional taxi service within Tam Coc: +$3 per person.

Tam Coc Museum (1 hour)

Discover Vietnam’s rice culture and ancient farming tools.

Make traditional sweet dumplings (bánh trôi).

Craft your own straw broom (chổi rơm) to take home as a souvenir.

Includes: Entry tickets, guided experience, all activities, and bottled water.

Perfect for families, couples, and adventure seekers!
Immerse yourself in authentic Vietnamese farm life and take home unforgettable memories.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Supplied by Tam Coc Workshop

Tags

Fishing Charters
Craft Classes
On the Water
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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