Day Tour | Discover the Ancient Capital of Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave from Hanoi

– GENERAL INFORMATION –

Departure time: 07:00 Daily

*After you confirm the reservation, we will inform about the time and meeting point.

Meeting point: Hanoi Opera House, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, or hotels in the Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

*If you are outside the free pick-up area or during peak hours, you may need to meet at a designated location.

 

– ITINERARY –

7:00: Our guide will pick you up from the hotel. We will take you to Ninh Binh province, about 120 km from Hanoi.

 

9:00: Short break for relaxation.

 

10:30: The first destination on this trip is to visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. This was the first capital of Vietnam. When visiting Hoa Lu, you will learn about the reasons why the capital was moved to Hanoi today. You will be impressed by the unique architecture when visiting the temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second kings of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17th century. Try to feel the ancient atmosphere in Hoa Lu.

 

11:30: Continue the tour with a 45-minute bike ride around the village to explore the life of the local people.

 

12:30: Enjoy a buffet lunch at the restaurant with many local dishes such as goat meat, fried rice... Vegetarian food is also available in the buffet lunch.

 

13:30 - 14:00: Visit Tam Coc by bamboo boat for 1.5 hours. During the boat trip, you will be amazed by the charming beauty here with rice fields, rivers, clouds, and beautiful cave systems. All create a masterpiece that Vietnamese people call "Halong Bay on land".

 

16:00: Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave. Climbing nearly 500 steps, you can reach the top of the Dragon Mountain and have a great panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.

 

17:30: Return to Hanoi by bus.

 

19:30: Arrive in Hanoi and drop off at the hotel. End of the trip!

 

 

INCLUDED:

• Full transfers by Limousine/Normal Bus.
• English Speaking Guide.
• Water, Wet wipes on the Car.
• Buffet Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at 5 Star Restaurant.
• Cycling activity.
• Entrance fee.

EXCLUDED:

• Drinks for lunch.
• Tips for tourguide & driver.
• Or anything is not mentioned above.