Vietnam · National Parks

Ninh Binh 2 days 1 night in Bungalow: Hoa Lu-Mua Cave -Tam Coc-Bike-Cuc Phuong

2 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and the Dinh King temple
  • 02 Climb 500 steps at Mua Cave for panoramic views
  • 03 Enjoy a sampan boat ride through Tam Coc's three caves
  • 04 Cycle through rice fields and local villages
  • 05 Swim and relax at a sunset party with tea and fresh fruits
  • 06 Stay overnight in a swimming pool bungalow
  • 07 Explore Cuc Phuong National Park
  • 08 Visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center and Cave of Prehistoric Man

Discover the highlights of Ninh Binh on a 2-day journey from Hanoi that combines history, scenery, and outdoor activities. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, climb the 500 steps of Mua Cave for sweeping views, drift through Tam Coc by sampan boat, and cycle through peaceful rice fields and villages.

After an overnight stay in a bungalow, continue to Cuc Phuong National Park, Vietnam's first national park, where you'll visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center and the Cave of Prehistoric Man. With meals, guiding, and round-trip transport from Hanoi Old Quarter included, this tour offers a varied introduction to northern Vietnam's cultural and natural landscapes.

With meals, guiding, and round-trip transport from Hanoi Old Quarter included, this tour offers a varied introduction to northern Vietnam's cultural and natural landscapes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động, Cúc Phương National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ninh Binh 2 days 1 nigh in Swimming Pool Bungalow: Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc - Cuc Phuong

HIGHLIGHT: - Visit the Dinh King temple in the Hoa Lu ancient capital - Visit Mua Cave by hiking 500 steps up on Lying Dragon Mountain to enjoy breathtaking view - Visit Tam Coc by sampan boat ride among the rice paddy and mountains - Cycle to discovery the beauty of the countryside - Swim and enjoy the sunset party with local tea and fresh fruits - Discover Cuc Phuong National Park on second day

TOUR ITINERARY:

Day 1: Hanoi – Hoa Lu- Mua Cave- Tam Coc - Bike - Swimming with sunset party:

7.30 – 8.00: Pick up guests in hotels from Hanoi Old Quarter

10:10 : Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient capital

10:20: Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Dai Co Viet in 10th and 11th Century

11:15: Visit Mua Cave and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic mountainous view

12:30: Enjoy traditional Vietnamese set menu lunch at local Bungalow

13:40: Have a sampan boat ride in Tam Coc, passing through three caves: Hang Ca- frist cave, Hang Hai – the second cave and Hang Ba- third Cave.

15:10: Cycle through the rice fields and villages

16:00: Swim and enjoy sunset party with tea and fruits

17:00: Check in the bungalow

19:00 Have a Setmenu dinner and then free

Day 2: Cuc Phuong National Park - Hanoi

07:30: Have a breakfast (included)

09:00: Depart for Cuc Phuong National Park, that was Vietnam's first national park and is the country's largest nature reserve.

10:10 Arrive at Cuc Phuong Park. Your visit begins at the Endangered Primate Rescue Center - one of the highlights of a visit to Cuc Phuong, where you can observe some of the rarest primate species in the world.

Then, enjoy lunch at the National Park.

In the afternoon: Visit The Cave of Prehistoric man - the site of one of the earliest discoveries of human habitation in Vietnam.

15:30: Leave Cuc Phuong for Hanoi

18:30: Tour ends in Hanoi.

CHILDREN POLICY:

Children under 5 years old: Free of charge, other expenses are paid by parents

Children from 5 to 8 years old: 50% discount on adult rate

Children over 8 years old: charged as the adult rate

The family with 2 children from 4 to 8 years old: charged as the adult rate

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 5 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned limousine bus round trip from Hanoi Old Quarter
  • All setmenu lunch featuring Vietnamese cuisine
  • Boat trip on river
  • Bike ride
  • Good English speaking tour guide
  • one night in swiming pool bungalow

What's Not Included

  • Alcohol drink, tips & personal expenses
  • Pick-up and drop off outside of Hanoi old quarter
  • Others are not mentioned above

Know before you go

  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant is FOC
  • Dress code is formal
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • 07:30- 08:00: Hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter
    08:00: Hanoi Opera House

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hanoi..

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