Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Hoa Lu Tam Coc 1 Day Group Tour (Biking- Boating-Cave Exploring)

10 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and its historic temples
02 Enjoy a shared boat trip through Tam Coc’s three caves
03 Cycle around the Tam Coc countryside
04 Travel along the Ngo Dong River by sampan
05 Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine included
06 Roundtrip transport from Hanoi included

Escape Hanoi for a full-day journey into the landscapes and history of Ninh Binh, where ancient temples, peaceful countryside and river scenery come together in one memorable experience. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, and explore the temples of King Dinh and King Le before continuing into the Tam Coc area.

After a Vietnamese lunch, board a shared sampan for a gentle boat trip along the Ngo Dong River through Tam Coc’s cave scenery, then enjoy a cycling segment around the countryside with a tea break. With roundtrip transport from Hanoi included, this group tour offers an easy way to experience culture, nature and light adventure in a single day.

Escape Hanoi for a full-day journey into the landscapes and history of Ninh Binh, where ancient temples, peaceful countryside and river scenery come together in one memorable experience.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hanoi, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

HANOI DEPARTURE

7h30 - 8h00: Our tourist bus will pick you up at your hotel lobby in Ha Noi Old Quarter for departure to Hoa Lu.

10h30 - 10h40: Arrive Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories of this two king in Chinese Wars. 11h50 - 12h00: Having a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.

13h10 - 13h15: Get on the tourist bus continue going to visit Tam Coc wharf for taking the sampan go along the Ngo Dong river to visit Tam Coc (three different caves). 15h25 - 15h30: Get your bicycle, biking around Tam Coc area and enjoy Vietnamese tea break. 16h30 - 16h35: Get on our tourist bus to return Ha Noi. 19h00 - 19h30: Arrive Ha Noi, drop off at your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Tour finish!

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

Bus/Minivan/Limousine/Private Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi - Ninh Binh -Hanoi
All entrance tickets to sites indicated in Itinerary
Complementary bottles of water on transfer
Lunch with Vietnamese Cuisine
English Speaking Tour Guide during the trip
Biking option around countryside
Shared Boat Trip in Tam Coc Area
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

What's Not Included

Beverages, Personal Expenses
Tips for guide and driver are appreciated
Holiday Surcharge

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
We will pick up customers at hotel inside Hanoi Old Quarter. If outside, please come to Hanoi Opera House 01 Trang Tien Street

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