Day Tour | Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and Tam Coc or Trang An in Ninh Binh

— GENERAL INFORMATION —

Tour: Full-day tour

Departure time: 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM

Duration: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Meeting point: The guide and driver will pick you from designated pick-up points based on your hotel address (due to the regulation of transportation from 16-seated not allow to enter Old Quarter area)
*Note: Please arrive at your selected meeting point on time to avoid missing the departure. As this is a shared group tour, the vehicle will wait for a maximum of 5 minutes at each pick-up point.

 

- ABOUT THIS SERVICE - 

Escape the bustle of Hanoi and discover the rich history and peaceful landscapes of Ninh Binh on this full-day tour. Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital, and explore the historic temples of King Dinh and King Le before enjoying a scenic cycling experience through the tranquil countryside. A buffet lunch featuring local specialties is also included.In the afternoon, choose between a sampan boat ride through the rice fields and caves of Tam Coc, known as “Ha Long Bay on land,” or the spectacular limestone landscapes and tunnel caves of Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterward, relax and enjoy the scenery before returning to Hanoi with convenient transportation and an English- or Vietnamese-speaking guide.

 

– DETAILED ITINERARY –

07:30 AM - 08:00 AM: The guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter (or at the meeting point at the Hanoi Opera House at 08:00 AM) and travel to Ninh Binh.

 

09:15 AM: Enjoy a 15-20 minute break to relax at a rest stop, stretch your legs, or have a quick snack

 

10:30 AM: Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Visit the temples of King Dinh and King Le, and learn about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties.

 

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM: Participate in a 30-minute bike ride to explore and enjoy the serene beauty of the countryside, or relax at the restaurant area with photo opportunities at the waterfall, fish pond, and lotus pond.

 

12:00 PM: Enjoy a buffet lunch with local specialties at Trang An Heritage Garden.

 

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM:

► Option 1: Tam Coc, known as the “Ha Long Bay on land,” where you will have 1.5 hours on a sampan boat to explore the area. During the boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, admire the beautiful rice fields, limestone mountains, and a system of caves including Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba.

 

► Option 2: Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized in 2014. Here, you will have 1.5 hours on a sampan boat to enjoy the natural beauty of the magnificent cave system that featured in the 2016 film “Skull Island."

 

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Travel back from Ninh Binh to Hanoi.

 

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM: The bus and guide will drop you off at the meeting point in Hanoi's Old Quarter.

*Note: This is a reference itinerary. The actual itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather conditions and the actual circumstances at the destination.

 

INCLUDED:

• Buffet lunch with local specialties.
• Bicycle.
• Entrance fees & boat ride (shared boat with 04 - 05 guests).
• Round-trip transportation Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi and within the sightseeing route.
• Professional English & Vietnamese-speaking guide.
• Wi-Fi and 01 complimentary bottle of mineral water per guest per way on the bus.
• Complimentary use of conical hats and raincoats throughout the trip.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Drinks.
• Tips for the driver and guide.
• Personal expenses.
• All services not specifically mentioned in the above list.
• Surcharges on public holidays.