Ninh Bình province is home to a magnificent trio of destinations, blending history with stunning natural beauty. Hoa Lư, the ancient capital, stands as a sacred historical site, featuring temples dedicated to Vietnam's early emperors amidst a tranquil valley of limestone mountains. Nearby, Tam Cốc—often called "Ha Long Bay on land"—offers a peaceful journey through rice paddies and three natural caves, navigated by traditional rowing boats along the Ngo Dong River. Completing the scenic triangle is Mua Cave (Hang Múa). While not an actual cave tour, its main draw is the challenging climb up nearly 500 steps to a dragon-crested viewpoint, rewarding visitors with a spectacular panoramic view t...
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English Speaking Guide
Full transfers Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi
Cycling activity
Free usage of rain-coat and conical hat during the trip
Buffet Lunch
All Entrance fees and sharing boat at Tam Coc
Drinks
Personal expenses
Holiday surcharges
All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
Itinerary
1
Old Quarter
7h15-8h00 : The tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is about 120 km far from Hanoi Old Quarter.
9h00-9h15 : Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax
2 hours
2
Hoa Lu Temple
10h15-10h30: Arrive Vietnam restaurant and start cycling 20 minutes to Hoa Lu ancient capital, then park the bicycle and walk to visit Hoa Lu. This is the first capital of Vietnam, you will be impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17th century.
(If you prefer not to cycle, we will transfer you by bus to Hoa Lu, where the tour guide will meet you and guide you to the temples. After the visit, we will transfer you back to Vietnam Restaurant)
11h30 : Continue cycling tour 30 minutes more around the village to discover the life of local people and come back to Vietnam restaurant.
12h00: Have Lunch at Cozy Vietnam Restaurant designed in a 5-star style. You can have a panoramic view of the poetic mountain and river scenery of Ninh Binh while enjoying the delicious foods.
3 hours
3
Tam Coc
13h00 – 13h30: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5- hour on the boat ride. During the boat trip, you will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, cloud, sky and stunning cave system. All make a masterpiece which Vietnamese people call “Halong Bay on land”.
2 hours
4
Mua Caves
16h00-16:30 : Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave ( Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
1 hour
5
Old Quarter
17h00 - 17h30 : Get on the Bus to return to Hanoi
19h00 - 19h30: Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip ends !
Ninh Binh Full Day Hoa Lu to Mua Cave with Cycling
Hanoi
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Ninh Bình province is home to a magnificent trio of destinations, blending history with stunning natural beauty. Hoa Lư, the ancient capital, stands as a sacred historical site, featuring temples dedicated to Vietnam's early emperors amidst a tranquil valley of limestone mountains. Nearby, Tam Cốc—often called "Ha Long Bay on land"—offers a peaceful journey through rice paddies and three natural caves, navigated by traditional rowing boats along the Ngo Dong River. Completing the scenic triangle is Mua Cave (Hang Múa). While not an actual cave tour, its main draw is the challenging climb up nearly 500 steps to a dragon-crested viewpoint, rewarding visitors with a spectacular panoramic view t...
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English Speaking Guide
Full transfers Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi
Cycling activity
Free usage of rain-coat and conical hat during the trip
Buffet Lunch
All Entrance fees and sharing boat at Tam Coc
Drinks
Personal expenses
Holiday surcharges
All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
