Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Deluxe & Small Group Hoa Lu Tam Coc Mua Cave Full Day Tour Limousine Transfer

11 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and explore Dinh King temple and Le King temple
02 Take a sampan boat ride through Tam Coc’s three caves
03 Climb 500 stone steps at Mua Cave for panoramic countryside views
04 Bike around the Tam Coc area
05 Enjoy a full-day countryside escape from Hanoi
06 Travel with an experienced English-speaking guide
07 Lunch and roundtrip limousine transfer included

Escape the city for a full-day journey from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, where ancient history and dramatic countryside come together in one memorable experience. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, cruise through Tam Coc by sampan along the Ngo Dong River, and take in the rural scenery by bike.

The day continues at Mua Cave, where a climb up the stone steps rewards you with sweeping views over Tam Coc and the surrounding landscape. With lunch, transfers, entrance fees, and an English-speaking guide included, this small-group tour is an easy and rewarding way to experience some of northern Vietnam’s most iconic sights.

Climb 500 stone steps, here you can see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 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 tour guide picks you up at suggested hotels around the old quarter.

HOA LU ANCIENT CAPITAL

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.

TAM COC BOAT

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).

MUA CAVE

15h30 - 15h35: Keep going to visit Mua cave. The place attracts visitors with its many interesting stories. Climb 500 stone steps, here you can see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river.

16.30: Get on the bus. Transfer back to Hanoi.

18.30: Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi 3 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Shared or Private Limousine Roundtrip Hanoi - NInh Binh
Bottle of Mineral Water on Transfer
Delicious Lunch with Vietnamese Foods
Experienced English Speaking Guide
Entrance & Sightseeing Fees mentioned in itinenary
Explore Tam Coc Area by bike and shared boat trip
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Hike up at Mua Cave Mountain to see panorama view of local area

What's Not Included

Beverages in Lunch Meal & Personal Expenses
Tips for guides/drivers are appreciated
Holiday Surcharge

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Infant seats unavailable
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Not stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
07:30am - 08:00am : We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Center.

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