Vietnam · Cycling Tour

11-Hour Hoa Lư and Tam Cốc Tour from Hanoi with Cycling

11 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Hoa Lư Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple
  • 02 Enjoy a sampan boat ride through Tam Cốc's majestic limestone cliffs
  • 03 Cycle along rural roads and quaint villages
  • 04 Savor a buffet lunch with local cuisine

Discover the natural and cultural wonders of Ninh Binh on a day tour to Hoa Lư Ancient Capital and Tam Cốc. Visit the historic temples of the former royal citadel, then board a small sampan for a scenic boat ride through limestone cliffs, caves, rice paddies, and peaceful streams. The experience also includes a leisurely cycling ride along rural roads, canals, and small villages set against a maze of limestone mountains.

With Ha Long Bay-type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscapes of peaceful streams, rice paddies, and deserted green fields, Tam Cốc really has it all.

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

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hoa Lư Ancient Capital, Tam Cốc Boat Ride and Countryside Cycling

  • 07:00 - 07:45: Our guide will meet you at your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi and begin the 110 km bus journey through the verdant countryside landscape. There will be a short break en route.
  • 10:00: Visit Hoa Lư Ancient Citadel, including Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple, dating back to the 17th century.
  • 12:00: Enjoy lunch at our restaurant with great local cuisine.
  • 13:30: Board a small sampan to visit Tam Cốc, which literally means "three caves" (1.5-hour boat trip).
    • With Ha Long Bay-type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscapes of peaceful streams, rice paddies, and deserted green fields, Tam Cốc really has it all.
    • You will enjoy the fresh air and peaceful moments - a very good opportunity for photo lovers to capture special moments and scenery.
  • 15:30: Enjoy leisurely cycling on rural roads alongside the extensive canal network and through small villages, with the backdrop of a maze of limestone mountains.
  • 16:00: Return to our bus and then head back to Hà Nội.
  • 18:00 - 18:30: Drop-off at your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Trip ends.
Hoa Lư Ancient Citadel, Dinh King Temple, Tam Cốc boat ride, rice paddies

Where this trip takes you

Hoa Lư Ancient Citadel, Dinh King Temple, Tam Cốc boat ride, rice paddies

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 4 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up from your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi by bus
  • A fully escorted tour with a professional English-speaking guide
  • Buffet lunch at a local restaurant with Tam Cốc panorama views
  • All entrance fees indicated in our itinerary
  • 2 bottles of water per person

What's Not Included

  • Beverages and travel insurance
  • Tips for the tour guide
  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • Hat or umbrella
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses for sunny weather
  • Camera and phone with large storage

Know before you go

Our team will contact you before your pick-up date to confirm details, provide guidance and support throughout the tour, and address your questions and requests.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanoi, Vietnam
Tour start
Hanoi, Vietnam
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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