Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Ninh Binh Daily Tour: Hoa Lu- Am Tien Cave - Tam Coc- Bike - Bich Dong pagoda

10 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and the Dinh King Temple
02 Discover Am Tien Cave and the lake scenery at Tuyet Tinh Coc
03 Enjoy a Vietnamese buffet lunch at a local restaurant
04 Take a sampan boat trip through Tam Coc’s water caves
05 Cycle along peaceful country roads and rice-field landscapes
06 Visit the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda
07 Round-trip transport from Hanoi Old Quarter included

Discover the highlights of Ninh Binh on a full-day journey from Hanoi, combining history, nature, and local culture. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and the Dinh King Temple, then continue to Am Tien Cave and its peaceful lake setting at Tuyet Tinh Coc.

After a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy a sampan boat trip through Tam Coc’s emerald water caves and scenic countryside. Complete the day with a gentle bike ride along rural roads to the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda before returning to Hanoi in the evening.

Enjoy the Sampan boat trip through the three emerald water caves on the beautiful river and overlook the countryside landscape

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hanoi, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

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

10: 10: Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient Capital

10:20: Visit the King Dinh temple

11:00: Discover Am Tien Cave and enjoy the stunning lake site at Tuyet Tinh Coc

12:00: Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant.

13:15: Enjoy the Sampan boat trip through the three emerald water caves on the beautiful river and overlook the countryside landscape

15:00: Cycle on the peaceful country roads to Bich Dong Pagoda. Spending 40 minutes visit the ancient Pagoda.

16:30: Leave Tam Coc for Hanoi.

18:30: Arrive at Hanoi and finish the unforgettable full day trip!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi 3 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Professional English speaking guide
Hotel pick up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
Bike
Authentic Set-menu lunch in riverside
Good air-conditioned limousine bus round trip transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter
All entrance sightseeing tickets
Free upgard from Am Tien Cave to Lying Dragon mountain
Two cold water bottles, wet towel and conical hat in hot weather.

What's Not Included

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Pick-up and drop off outside of Hanoi old quarter
Others are not mentioned above
Tip and personal expences

Know before you go

INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not stroller accessible
Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
Infants must not sit on laps
(GMT+7) 07:35- 08:00: Hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter 08:00 am: Hanoi Opera House

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