• Old Quarter - 7:30 – 8:00 am: The driver and tour guide will meet guests at their hotel to begin the Hoa Lu – Tam Coc tour. The bus will pause midway for a break after an hour and a half of travel. During this time, guests can stretch their legs and capture photos of the countryside.
• Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - Continue the journey to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century under the Dinh and Le Dynasties. Visitors will gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam through the temples of King Dinh and King Le. This trip offers an opportunity to explore the history, culture, architecture, and development of Vietnam, which may still be unfamiliar to some.
• Tam Coc - Enjoy a lunch featuring a variety of local dishes at a restaurant.

After lunch, the tour guide will provide insights about Tam Coc before guests enjoy a rowing boat experience on the Ngo Dong River. The river winds through the mountains, offering a sense of tranquility and beauty. The boat journey takes guests through three caves (Hang Ca, Hang Hai, Hang Ba), showcasing the “Halong Bay on land.” There may also be opportunities to meet local farmers working in the rice fields.
After the boat ride in Tam Coc, guests will ride bicycles through the paddy fields and local villages to discover the simple daily life of the local people, providing a wonderful experience in the countryside.

• Ninh Binh Province - 16:30: Return to the bus and head back to Hanoi, bidding farewell to this charming location. 18:30 - 19:00: Arrive at the hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. The trip concludes.

• Cycling time in Tam Coc
• Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
• Bottled water provided
• Guidance from an English-speaking tour guide
• Experiencing local life
• Rowing boat trip in Tam Coc
• Complimentary bottled water on the air-conditioned bus
• Pick-up service from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter
• Opportunity for photo hunting
• Entrance fee to Hoa Lu ancient capital included

• Pick up and drop off outside Hanoi Old Quarter
• Tips, Personal Expenses & those not clearly mentioned above
• Beverages & Insurance.

With a one-day trip to Ninh Binh, you’ll have a delightful day exploring the historic site of Hoa Lu, which was once the political, cultural, and economical hub of Dai Co Viet in the 10th century. Besides having a lively and exhilarating experience, this trip gives you insights into unique local architecture, culture, and history. You’ll relax on a rowing boat in Tam Coc, also referred to as ‘Halong Bay on land’, for about two hours. Glide in a bamboo boat, rowed by a local, to explore the tunnels, witness the entrancing scenery, and learn about life along the Ngo Dong river. Cycling through the local village is a captivating way to immerse yourself in the everyday life of locals, exploring homes, architecture, learning rice cultivation methods, and savoring the thrilling feel of countryside biking in Ninh Binh, Vietnam.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.