Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc Boat Ride
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"Explore Ninh Binh on a full-day trip from Hanoi and discover the region’s highlights with a guided small-group tour. Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital, then explore Mua Cave and take in panoramic views of the surrounding limestone landscape. Enjoy a scenic boat ride through the caves of Tam Coc and cycle through the countryside to Bich Dong Pagoda. Savor an authentic Vietnamese lunch and travel comfortably between Hanoi and Ninh Binh by limousine van with hotel pickup and drop-off from Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Wi-Fi, and bottled water. Discover Ninh Binh’s top highlights on a convenient day trip from Hanoi Explore Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital, and Mua Cave Take a boat ride through the limestone caves of Tam Coc Cycle through the countryside to Bich Dong Pagoda Enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch and complimentary bottled water Travel by limousine van with hotel pickup and drop-off from Hanoi’s Old Quarter and Wi-Fi" Small-group tour with a maximum of 9 guests per group.
Your experience
Stop 1
7.00 – 07:15: Pick up guests in hotels from Hanoi Old Quarter 09:15: Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient capital, Visit Dinh King temple 10:30: Visit Mua Cave and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic river and mountains view by climb 500 steps up tp Lying Dragon Mountain 12:00: Enjoy traditional Vietnamese set menu lunch at local Bungalow 13:15: Enjoy a sampan boat trip in Tam Coc, passing through three caves: Hang Ca- Frist cave, Hang Hai – the second cave and Hang Ba- third Cave. 15:00: Cycle through the rice fields and villages to visit Bich Dong Pagoda 15:30: Visit the ancient pagoda- Bich Dong was built in 1428. Then Cyling through villages back to the parking area. 16:00: Leave Tam Coc for Hanoi after having a fair-well drink 18:30: The tour is ended in Hanoi
Stop 2
Visit the first ancient capital of Vietnam in 10th and 11th century. You will hang out about 45 minutes to see Dinh King temple at the mountainous area
Stop 3
-Hiking 500 steps to the top of the mountain to enjoy the breaktaking views of river, mountain and Ninh Binh City - Visit dry Cave - Visit lotus farm with colorful flowers with amazing photos in the lotus season in the summer
Stop 4
Have a sampan boat trip on Ngo Dong River to pass three emeral water caves, among limestone mountains and rice field by local rowers.
Stop 5
Visit an ancient pagoda, was built in 1428 in the village. Climb 200 steps to see three parts of pagoda: the lower pagoda at the foot of mountain, the middle pagoda at the half of mountain and the top pagoda on the top of mountain.
What’s included
- Lunch with authentic Vietnamese set menu
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Bicycle use for countryside cycling
- Air-conditioned limousine van from Hanoi Old Quarter
- All entrance fees and sightseeing tickets
- WiFi, conical hat, bottled water, wet towel and farewell drink
Not included
- Pickup and drop-off outside Hanoi Old Quarter
- Breakfast, dinner and alcoholic beverages
- Private transportation
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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