Full description
Full day trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh ancient capital of Vietnam. Discover the Tam Coc caves the Halong Bay on land with a tranquil boat ride among karsts and rice fields. Explore the temples of the former capital Hoa Lư. Finish with panoramic views from the top of Mua Cave.
Embark on a captivating full-day journey from Hanoi to the stunning Ninh Binh province, a region rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Once the capital of Vietnam before Hanoi took the lead in the 11th century, Ninh Binh boasts iconic landmarks such as the ancient capital of Hoa Lư and the breathtaking Tam Coc, often called “Ha Long Bay on land.”
Your adventure begins with a scenic 90 km drive south of Hanoi, leading to the Tam Coc caves, where a serene boat ride takes you past dramatic limestone karsts rising from emerald rice paddies, evoking images of Guilin in China and Vietnam’s Halong Bay.
Continue to Hoa Lư to explore the ancient temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, admired for their intricate wooden carvings and historical significance. In the afternoon, visit Mua Cave and hike to the summit of Ngoa Long Mountain for a panoramic view over the lush rice valley—a spectacular finale before returning to Hanoi
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Additional Information
● Please provide full details of your accommodation at the time of booking. It is very important to note in this case that it is the sole obligation and responsibility of the passenger, in the event of not having received communication from the local provider, to contact the local number provided on the voucher one day before the service to confirm the exact pick-up point and time
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● In case your hotel is not in our pick zone, kindly help head to our meeting point
● Exact pick-up time to be advised upon reconfirmation
● The tour includes a local set menu. Options for gluten intolerance, vegetarians, and vegans are available, but please inform us in advance so we can make arrangements. In major cities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Danang, these requests are easily accommodated; in smaller cities, we may need to check availability first. If guests have allergies or special dietary requests, please notify us beforehand so we can make proper arrangements
● The order of program subject to change without prior notice
● Minimum age of participants is: 10
Inclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off in Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House
✔ Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle in private
✔ English-speaking guide
✔ Lunch
✔ Boat trip in Tam Coc
Exclusions
✖ Tips and Other Personal Expenses
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellation with less notice or no-show will result in no refund
Meeting point
Pick-up from selected hotels in Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House (1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem Hanoi, VN)