Experience the highlights of Ninh Binh on a full-day tour from Hanoi. Explore ancient pagodas, climb Lying Dragon mountain, and cruise through majestic caves. Small group tour with professional guide.
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Mua Caves - Hike 500 steps to the mountain’s summit for stunning views of the river, mountains, and Ninh Binh City.
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Explore the dry cave.
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Visit a lotus farm adorned with colorful flowers, perfect for amazing photos.
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Tam Coc - Take a sampan boat trip on the Ngo Dong River, passing through three water caves among limestone mountains, rowed by locals.
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Hoa Lu District - Explore Vietnam’s first ancient capital from the 10th and 11th centuries. Spend about 50 minutes walking to see the King temples.
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Bich Dong Pagoda - Visit an ancient pagoda built in 1428 in the village. Climb 200 steps to see the three sections of the pagoda: the lower pagoda at the mountain’s base, the middle pagoda halfway up, and the top pagoda at the summit.
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Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - 7:15 – 07:30: Pick up guests from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.
09:20: Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient capital and visit the Dinh King temple.
11:00: Visit Mua Cave and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the river and mountains by climbing 500 steps up to Lying Dragon Mountain.
12:30: Savor a traditional Vietnamese set menu lunch at a local bungalow.
13:30: Enjoy a sampan boat trip in Tam Coc, passing through three caves: Hang Ca (First Cave), Hang Hai (Second Cave), and Hang Ba (Third Cave).
15:30: Cycle through rice fields and villages to visit Bich Dong Pagoda.
16:00: Visit the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda, built in 1428.
16:45: Depart from Tam Coc for Hanoi after a farewell drink.
19:00: The tour concludes in Hanoi.
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- Conical hat, cold water bottles, and wet towel in hot weather
- All entrance sightseeing fees and tickets
- Free raincoat if it rains
- Authentic set menu lunch at the Bungalow next to the Tam Coc river
- Knowledgeable and professional English-speaking tour guide
- Good air-conditioned limousine van, pick-up and drop-off from Hanoi Old Quarter
- Use of bike (option to use van or pay extra for motorbike and driver)
- Alcohol drink, tips & personal expenses
- Pick-up and drop off outside of Hanoi old quarter
- Travel insurrance
- Tip to the boat rower
Embark on a full-day journey from Hanoi to popular sites in Ninh Binh. Explore Vietnam’s ancient capital from the 10th and 11th centuries and ascend 500 steps to the Lying Dragon mountain to soak in the stunning vista of the mountainscape. Indulge in a serene boat ride on the Ngo Dong river in Tam Coc, passing through magnificent caves. Subsequently, embark on a cycling trip to Bich Dong Pagoda and invest 20 minutes uncovering the ancient Pagoda, established in 1428. Enhance your experience with our proficient English-speaking tour guide. Savor a sumptuous lunch in an exclusive group of no more than eight individuals in a limousine. Conclude the journey in Tam Coc or Hanoi with a refreshing farewell drink.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.