Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Full-Day Hoa Lư and Tam Cốc Tour with Boat Ride and Cycling

12 Hours Round trip from Hoa Lư District Moderate pace

Take the rowing boat ride on Ngo Dong river

Witness the lush green landscape around the Ngo Dong river

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lư and visit the temples of King Dinh and King Le
02 Cruise along the Ngo Dong River through limestone mountains and paddy fields
03 Pass through the three famous Tam Cốc caves: Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba
04 Cycle through the Tam Cốc countryside and local villages to see daily life
05 Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring Vietnamese cuisine

Travel to the ancient Vietnamese capital of Hoa Lư to explore its temples and fortress ruins while learning about the country's rich history, culture, architecture, and development. Continue to Tam Cốc for a rowing boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, passing limestone mountains, paddy fields, and the three famous caves of Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba. The tour also includes a buffet lunch of Vietnamese cuisine and a bicycle ride through the countryside and local villages for a glimpse of daily life.

Continue to Tam Cốc for a rowing boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, passing limestone mountains, paddy fields, and the three famous caves of Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

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 Ancient Capital and Tam Cốc Boat Adventure

Meet your driver and tour guide outside your hotel in Hanoi at 8:00 hrs and embark on a bus journey to Hoa Lư and Tam Cốc.
Take a break in the lush countryside after an hour and a half of travel. Freshen up and enjoy a short stroll around the area.
Continue to Hoa Lư, the ancient capital of Vietnam dating back to the 10th century, filled with temple and fortress ruins.
Visit King Dinh and King Le's temples and learn about Vietnam's rich history, culture, architecture, and development.
Head to a local restaurant for a buffet-style lunch and sample a variety of local delicacies.
Enjoy a rowing boat adventure on the Ngo Dong River, a small stream running through magnificent limestone mountains and paddy fields. During the boat ride, visit the three famous caves of Tam Cốc: Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba.
Ride a bicycle through the paddy fields and local villages to discover the daily life of local people and admire the countryside.
Take the bus back to Hanoi at 16:00 hrs.

Where this trip takes you

Hoa Lư Ancient Capital, Ngo Dong River paddy fields, Tam Cốc – Bích Động limestone mountains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hoa Lư District 4 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

English-speaking private tour guide
Air-conditioned bus for travel
Entrance tickets to all sites indicated in the itinerary
Rowing boat trip in Tam Cốc
Cycle ride in the Tam Cốc countryside
Complimentary bottle of water on the bus
Buffet lunch serving Vietnamese cuisine
Photo hunting time
Local life experience
Tax and service charge

What's Not Included

Beverages and insurance
Pick-up and drop-off outside Hanoi Old Quarter
Tips and personal expenses

What to bring

Hat
Umbrella
Raincoat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Camera
Cash for personal use and expenses

Know before you go

This is a group tour. Please ask us if you prefer a private tour.
Please inform us if your hotel is not in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Bring a hat, umbrella, raincoat, sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, and cash for personal use and expenses.
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening, the bus might not be able to drop you off at your hotel because of the Night Market in Hanoi. Please be prepared to walk back to the hotel.
Vegetarian and vegan food options are also available.

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