07:30 – 8:00 Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel, then depart to Ninh Binh province. On the way, you will have chances to capture the imagine of Vietnam rice fields with the hard-working farmers. On the way, bus stops to have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax. 10:30 On arrival Ninh Binh, our guide will take you to visit Hoa Lu – the ancient royal capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. Hoa Lu ancient capital, perhaps, makes the province more attractive because it creates the cultural identity of the area and help people understand more about the cultural, architectural and sculptural values associated with the legend about the foundation of Dai Co Viet ( an old name of Viet Nam country). You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty. 11:45 Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice. Vegetarian meals are always available in the buffet lunch, please let us know at the time of booking. After lunch time, we will head to Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex, which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. You will board a small boat to visit Trang An, here, we can see majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious yet inviting caves, as well as countryside sights, like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields. The boat trip will drive you to visit cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou with Route 1, OR Lam, Vang, Thanh Truot and Dai Caves with route 2 in mystery and wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers Ha Long on land of Ninh Binh. Further more, we can have time to visit some temples during the boat trip and get to know more about history as well as culture of country in the past. 15:30 You continue the tour for 45 mins with cycling activity around the village to discover the life of the local people. 16:30 It’s time to to get back the bus to return to Hanoi, we will arrive your hotel around 18:30. Our tour guide say Good bye and see you next time!
Highlights
Fantastic activities and explore the beauty of nature and Immerse in the beauty of Trang An by a boat trip
Understand more about history and culture of Vietnam
Enjoy stunning views from the caves, limestones and mountains
Transfer during tour with Limousine Bus
An authentic, traditional local lunch is served
What to Expect
Ninh Binh is a popular destination in Northern Vietnam, especially for those who love ecotourism type. This one-day tour will take you to visit some famous attractions in Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu ancient capital and Trang An eco-tourism. If you want to explore and learn more about Vietnam’s history, Hoa Lu is an ideal site for you, you will drop by Dinh king temple and Le king temple in the 10th century and find out the heroic histories of these two Kings in Chinese Wars. End a day tour by visiting Trang An eco-tourism, a bamboo boat trip rowed by a local along the river will take you through multiple caves, just enjoy the fresh air, stunning view of mountains, valleys; clean and crystal clear water with underwater grass and travel with peace of mind along your journey.
Things to Note
Accessibility: Pick up and transfer just for the centrally located hotel/accommodation in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Accessibility: Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions.
Accessibility: Please take note on booking or let us know the day before departure if you have any request for food or other inquires
Restriction: The given price is not applied for Vietnamese public holidays, we will inform you about the holiday charge when you are making booking.
Weather: The order of activities can be changed depending on traffic, weather or other factors but we make sure you can visit all sites per program.
Dress Code: You should wear comfortable clothes and trekking shoes
Operating Hours
operating hour activities
08:00 – 17:00
Description / Important Notes
Time 7:30am – 6.30pm
Validity
Valid on visit date
Inclusions
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Old Quarter area
Transfer with modern Limousine Bus
English speaking tour guide
Local lunch
Entrance and boat fees per itinerary
Rain-coat, hat, umbrella
Bike
Exclusions
Tipping the guide
Drinks
Other personal expenses
How To Use
Show Mobile Ticket: To tour guide
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Age Requirements
ADULT: 10 – 90 years old
CHILD: 4 – 9 years old
Cancellation Policy
100% return.
Refund 1 day(s) before visit date.
Tour Information
Duration:9 hours 30 minutes
Itinerary
07:30 – 8:00 Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel, then depart to Ninh Binh province. On the way, you will have chances to capture the imagine of Vietnam rice fields with the hard-working farmers.
09:15 Bus stops to have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax.
10:30 On arrival Ninh Binh, our guide will take you to visit Hoa Lu – the ancient royal capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. Hoa Lu ancient capital, perhaps, makes the province more attractive because it creates the cultural identity of the area and help people understand more about the cultural, architectural and sculptural values associated with the legend about the foundation of Dai Co Viet ( an old name of Viet Nam country). You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty.
12:00 We stop at a local restaurant to have a buffet lunch with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch.
After lunch time, we will head to Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex, which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014.
You will board a small boat to visit Trang An, here, we can see majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious yet inviting caves, as well as countryside sights, like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields. The boat trip will drive you to visit cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou with Route 1, or Lam, Vang, Thanh Truot and Dai Caves with route 2 in mystery and wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers Ha Long on land of Ninh Binh. Further more, we can have time to visit some temples during the boat trip and get to know more about history as well as culture of country in the past.
15:00 You continue the tour for 45 mins with cycling activity around the village to discover the life of the local people.
15:45 We get back to Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). This is chance to discover your strength – by walking up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
17:00 It’s time to to get back the bus to return to Hanoi, we will arrive your hotel around 19:00. Our tour guide say Good bye and see you next time!
Terms & Conditions
Ticket is valid for selected date only
Adult (10-90 yrs old)
Child rate (4-9 yrs old)
Infant (0-3 yrs old): Free of charge
We can pick up and drop off at hotel/accommodation, which is centrally located in Hanoi Old Quarter area. In case you are staying outside, please come to meeting point at Hanoi Opera House from 7:45AM.
Please be ready and wait at meeting point at the scheduled pick-up time informed by our operator, we will not be responsible for your lateness.
The order of activities can be changed depending on traffic, weather or other factors but we make sure you can visit all sites per program.
Please take note on booking or let us know the day before departure if you have any request for food or other inquires.
You should wear comfortable clothes, sunscreen and trekking shoes, do not bring too much belongings along.
You should cover shoulders and knees when visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.