Ninh Binh offers a perfect blend of history and nature through Hoa Lu, Hang Mua, and Tam Coc. Start at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital, to explore solemn temples and Vietnam's royal history. Next, enjoy a scenic boat ride in Tam Coc, gliding past golden rice fields and limestone caves along the Ngo Dong River. Finally, challenge yourself by climbing 486 steps at Hang Mua. From the summit, you are rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire landscape. This trio captures the soul of Northern Vietnam’s beauty in one unforgettable journey.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All entrance fee
Lunch
English speaking tour guide
Bus round trip
All personal expenses not mentioned above
Itinerary
1
Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam
7h15-8h00 : Our 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.
30 minutes
2
Hoa Lu
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 our tour guide will meet you and guide you to the temples. After the visit, we will transfer you back to Vietnam Restaurant)
1 hour
3
Tam Coc
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 Vietnam Restaurant designed in a 5-star style. You can have a panoramic view of the poetic mountain and river scenery of Ninh Binh. Buffet lunch is served in a modern and elegant atmosphere with many local foods.
Note: Vegetarian foods are always available on both Deluxe Set Menu and Buffet.
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 !
2 hours
1 Day Northern Vietnam Historical Sightseeing Tour
Hanoi
About
Ninh Binh offers a perfect blend of history and nature through Hoa Lu, Hang Mua, and Tam Coc. Start at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital, to explore solemn temples and Vietnam's royal history. Next, enjoy a scenic boat ride in Tam Coc, gliding past golden rice fields and limestone caves along the Ngo Dong River. Finally, challenge yourself by climbing 486 steps at Hang Mua. From the summit, you are rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire landscape. This trio captures the soul of Northern Vietnam’s beauty in one unforgettable journey.
