Full Day Journey to Hoa Lu Tam Coc and Mua Cave

11 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Ninh Binh, often called the “Halong Bay on Land,” where majestic limestone karsts rise dramatically from emerald-green rice fields. Step back in time as you visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and admire the beautifully preserved temples of Kings Dinh and Le. Continue your adventure with a serene boat ride through the enchanting waterways of Tam Coc, surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery. Savor a delightful buffet lunch featuring authentic local specialties before returning to Hanoi, enriched with lasting memories of this remarkable day.

What's Included

Entrance fee & boat cruising
English speaking guide
Bicycle activity
Free Wifi, 02 bottle of mineral water on the limousine
Buffet lunch with local specialties
Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi limousine round transfer
Free usage of Vietnamese conical hat & rain-coat during the trip
All services and items not mentioned above

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

You can head to the Hanoi Opera House, where you'll find our guides wearing green t-shirts adorned with our logo right in front of the House.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam (Pass by)

    07h30 – 8h00: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for the limousine transfer to Ninh Binh. 09h15: You will have a short break of 15 – 20 minutes to stretch your legs, use the facilities or have a quick snack.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

    10h30: The limousine arrives in Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from the years 968 to 1010. Then you will visit the Temple of King Dinh and King Le to learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Ninh Binh

    11h45: You will have a buffet lunch with local specialties in the private area of our Ninh Binh Heritage restaurant. The vegetarian option is also available.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng

    13h00: The limousine brings you to Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on the land”, where you will spend 1.5 hours on the boat to explore this area. On this excursion down the Ngo Dong River, you will pass through the beautiful paddy fields, limestone karst formation, and a stunning cave system including Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba caves for a unique experience. 14h30: It’s time to join our 45 minute cycling activity to discover the life of the local people.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Mua Caves

    15h30: We continue to visit Mua Cave, also known as the “Great Wall of China” in Vietnam, and climb 500 steps to reach the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, overlooking the amazing view of the city and Tam Coc below.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Hanoi (Pass by)

    16h30: You then get on the limousine for the transfer back to Hanoi. 18.30 – 19.00: Arrive at Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip ends!

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
Supplied by Dragon Tourist

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