Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Limousine from Hanoi

10 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam
02 See the temples of King Dinh and King Le
03 Cycle through scenic countryside and limestone mountains
04 Enjoy a traditional sampan boat ride in Tam Coc
05 Cruise along the river for about 1.5 hours
06 Take in peaceful views of karsts and rice paddies
07 Travel comfortably with round-trip transportation from Hanoi
08 Lunch and entrance tickets included

Escape the bustle of Hanoi for a full-day journey into the striking landscapes of Ninh Binh. Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital in the 10th century, where the temples of King Dinh and King Le offer a glimpse into the country’s rich past before you continue into a countryside of limestone mountains and peaceful rural scenery.

The day also includes a bike ride along a scenic route and a traditional sampan boat trip in Tam Coc, often called “Halong Bay on land.” Drift along the river for around 1.5 hours, surrounded by limestone karsts and rice paddies in season, and enjoy a relaxed lunch with round-trip transportation from Hanoi included.

Escape the bustle of Hanoi for a full-day journey into the striking landscapes of Ninh Binh.

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 Halong, Hanoi, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động

Languages English, Vietnamese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, visit the temple of King Dinh and King Le. Under the introduction of our local guide, you will get to know more about the Vietnamese history. Taking a bike and start riding to explore the beautiful scenery and limestone mountains with an unique route.Visit Tam Coc by a Sampan boat rowed by a local people for about 1.5 hours. Known as “Halong Bay on land”, the boat trip is a nice journey along the river with the peaceful scenery of Limestone Mountains, rice paddy if traveling during harvest season.

The route