Hoa Lu - Tam Coc/Trang An - Mua Cave - Cycling Day Trip
Itinerary: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital - Have lunch at Ninh Binh Excursion restaurant - Tam Coc/Trang An - Mua Cave
Overview: Discover the best of northern Vietnam in just one day! Starting from Hanoi, explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, then cruise through the stunning limestone landscapes of Tam Coc or Trang An. Next, climb up Mua Cave for breathtaking views, and enjoy a refreshing cycling ride through peaceful countryside roads. This tour combines history, nature, and active adventure—perfect for a day trip full of memorable experiences.
07h25 – 8h00: Get picked up by our friendly guide then depart for Ninh Binh province. Pickup time depends on the location of tourists in Hanoi Old Quarter/Opera House.
09h15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax.
10h15: Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty.
Hoa Lu ancient
Here we go cycling around the village for sightseeing & discovering the life of the local people.
12h00: Have the buffet lunch at Ninh Binh Excursion Restaurant designed with 5 stars-style with many local foods options such as goat meat, spring-rolls, fish, chicken, fried rice & vegetable salad….Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch.
13h30:
- Option 1: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5-hour bamboo boat. You will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, cloud, sky and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. All make a masterpiece that Vietnamese people called “Ha Long Bay on land”.
- Option 2: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system that no place like it. With 2 hours-boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.
Tam Coc
Trang An
16h00: Get back to Limousine Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dragon Peak). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here. Besides, you can breath fresh air at very beautiful lotus paddy field nearby, especially in the summer time.
Mua Cave (Dragon Peak)
17h00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.
19h00: Get dropped off at Hotels in Hanoi. Tour ends.
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- Limousine Bus 17 seats
- English speaking guide during the trip
- A bottle of water per person
- Entrance fees
- Cycling activity
- Buffet Lunch at NinhBinh Excursion Restaurant
- Free to use conical hat/rain-coat depending on weather
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Drinks
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Travel insurance
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Tax
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Tips for tour guide and personal expense
CHILDREN POLICY
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From 1-4 years old: Free of charge, sharing the service with parents (Surcharged 15 usd/seat if request a private seat for child from 1-4 years old)
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From 5-8 years old: 75% of charge (Appy for 1 child, the second child will be charged 100% of adults)
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From 9 years old and up : 100% of adults
The order of itinerary may be changed depending on weather or the reasonable arrangement of our guides.
