- English Speaking Guide
- Water on the Bus
- Buffet Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
- Cycling activity
- Entrance fee
1 Day
Hoa Lu – Tam Coc Day Trip By Limousine (L)
Places:Ha Noi - Ninh Binh




About this tour
Discover the peaceful charm of Ninh Binh on this full-day journey through history and nature. Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and visit the temples of King Dinh and King Le. Enjoy a buffet lunch, then cruise through the stunning landscapes of Tam Coc on a bamboo boat, known as “Halong Bay on land”. End your adventure with a relaxing bike ride through the countryside, soaking in local life and scenic rice fields.
What you can expect
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Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu – temples of King Dinh and King Le.
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Enjoy buffet lunch at a local restaurant (vegetarian options available).
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Take a bamboo boat ride in Tam Coc (~1.5 hours).
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Go cycling around the local village (~45 minutes).
Places to visit
Ninh Binh
DETAILED ITINERARY
DETAILED ITINERARY
7h30-08h30: Begin your journey with a hotel pick-up between 7:30 – 8:30 AM from Hanoi, heading to Ninh Binh Province, located about 120 km south of the capital. Around 9:30 AM, enjoy a 20-minute break to relax before continuing to your first destination.
By 10:30 AM, arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the first capital of Vietnam in the 10th century. Explore this historical site and learn why the capital moved to Hanoi. Admire the impressive temples of King Dinh and King Le, built in the 17th century, and take in the ancient architecture and royal atmosphere that remains beautifully preserved.
At 11:45 AM, enjoy a hearty buffet lunch at a local restaurant, featuring authentic Vietnamese dishes including goat meat, fried rice, and vegetarian options.
After lunch, at 1:00 PM, head to Tam Coc, where you will embark on a peaceful 1.5-hour bamboo boat trip. Be mesmerized by the stunning natural scenery of paddy fields, limestone cliffs, rivers, and cave systems, all combining to form a landscape often called “Halong Bay on land.”
Around 2:30 PM, continue with a 45-minute cycling tour through the quiet local villages, offering a great opportunity to experience rural life in northern Vietnam and interact with the friendly locals.
By 3:30 – 4:00 PM, return to the shuttle bus and start the drive back to Hanoi. Expect to arrive by 6:30 PM, ending your memorable day trip to Hoa Lu and Tam Coc with a drop-off at your hotel.
SERVICE DETAILS
SERVICE DETAILS
- Drink for lunch
- Tips for tour guide & driver
- Personal expenses or anything not mentioned above
- Child under 5 free charge
- Child from 5 to 8 charge 75% adult
- Child from 09 and above charge as adult
FAQs
Yes, Indian citizens need a visa to visit Vietnam. You can apply for a visa online or through the Vietnamese embassy or consulate.
The best time to visit Vietnam depends on where you are planning to go and what you want to do. Generally, the best time to visit northern Vietnam is from September to November or from March to May, while the best time to visit southern Vietnam is from December to February.
Vietnam has many popular tourist attractions, including Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc and Da Nang.
The items you should pack for your trip to Vietnam depend on the time of year you are visiting, the places you are going, and the activities you have planned. Some essentials include comfortable walking shoes, lightweight clothing, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle.
Yes, we offer customized tour packages to fit your preferences and interests. You can work with our travel experts to create an itinerary that suits your travel style and budget.
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