Vietnam · Religious & Spiritual

11-Hour Ninh Bình Temples and Caves Tour from Hanoi with Tam Cốc

11 Hours Round trip from Trường Yên Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit King Đinh Temple in the ancient capital of Hoa Lư
02 Climb 205 stone steps to beautiful Tuyệt Tình Cốc, also known as Am Tiên Cave
03 Enjoy a sampan boat ride through the three natural emerald caves of Tam Cốc
04 Cycle along country roads to the charming cave temples of Bích Động Pagoda

Explore the Vietnamese limestone scenery of Ninh Bình on a worthwhile day trip through ancient temples, caves, and pagodas. This tour combines the profound culture of the region with its amazing natural beauty, from the ancient capital of Hoa Lư to the emerald caves of Tam Cốc and the charming cave temples of Bích Động. Enjoy a scenic boat ride, a countryside bike ride, and a buffet lunch featuring Vietnamese cuisine.

Enjoy a sampan boat ride through the three natural emerald caves of Tam Cốc on the river while overlooking the countryside landscape.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hoa Lư, Tuyệt Tình Cốc, Tam Cốc and Bích Động

8:00 am - Pickup from your hotel or from your scheduled point in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Visit King Đinh Temple at Hoa Lư, the ancient capital of Vietnam.
Continue to the beautiful Tuyệt Tình Cốc, also known as Am Tiên Cave, located within the ancient relics of Hoa Lư. Climb 205 stone steps to reach this site. The cave houses many differently shaped stalactites, the Salt Cave, and Tiên Cave, where King Đinh kept food and national treasures.
12:00 - Have a buffet lunch at a local restaurant featuring Vietnamese cuisine.
13:30 - Enjoy a sampan boat ride through the three natural emerald caves of Tam Cốc on the river while overlooking the countryside landscape. These caves are also called Ha Long Bay on land because of their limestone grottos and historical relics from the 13th-14th century Trần dynasty.
15:00 - Take a bike ride along the country roads to reach the tiered Bích Động Pagoda, a charming cluster of cave temples.
16:30 - Take the bus back to Hanoi.
18:30 - Arrive in Hanoi.

Where this trip takes you

King Đinh Temple, Tuyệt Tình Cốc, Tam Cốc – Bích Động

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Trường Yên 4 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned shuttle bus trip and transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter
Complimentary water bottles on the bus
All entrance and sightseeing fees
Buffet lunch featuring Vietnamese cuisine
Boat trip on the Ngo Dong River
Bike
Good English-speaking tour guide
Travel insurance

What's Not Included

Beverages, tips, and personal expenses
Pick-up and drop-off outside Hanoi Old Quarter

What to bring

Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
Camera
Comfortable walking shoes and trousers for biking and hiking
Some cash for personal expenses

Know before you go

CHILDREN POLICY

Children under 5 years of age: free of charge. Other expenses are paid by parents.
Children from 6 to 8 years old: 75% discount on the adult rate.
Children from 9 years old: charged at the adult rate.

CANCELLATION POLICY

If there is any cancellation, it will be applied under the following conditions: