Spending one day exploring an area of outstanding natural beauty and historical significance. On this trip to northern Ninh Binh province, see the tombs and ruins of Hoa Lu, a former ancient capital. Then head to Tam Coc, a river landscape dotted with caves, pagodas and jagged limestone formations. Some call it the Halong Bay on land.
- 8 AM: Tour guide and driver will meet you and take you about 100 kilometres south to Hoa Lu the ancient capital of the Dinh and Le dynasties dating back to the 11th century. Not much of the capital remains, but fortunately some of its ruins and tombs have survived for a millennium. The scenery is spectacular and more than make up for the lack of ruins.
- After lunch in a local restaurant you will continue to nearby Tam Coc or Three Caves in Vietnamese, an area of natural beauty that is often referred to as Halong Bay on land. Board a small boat and meander lazily down the river to the ancient caves. See limestone karsts jetting skywards out of electric green rice paddies - you won’t be able to stop taking photos! Returning back to the pier your vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Hanoi arriving late afternoon.
- Cycling time can help you discover this area deeplier
Tour price includes:
Vietnamese Lunch
A/C transportation
Nice boat
English- speaking guide
Sightseeing as specified including entrance fees
Service charges
Price excluded:
Optional tours
Tips for tour guide, driver
Travel insurance
Expenditure of a personal nature, tips such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, emergency transfer & ect
Visa fee – visa to Vietnam
