Small-Group Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Day Tour from Hanoi
- 8–9 hours
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Take a day trip to Hoa Lu, often referred to as 'Halong Bay on Land' due to its similar geological formations. Admire the landscape during a 2-hour boat ride and visit caves and temples. Round-trip coach service from Hanoi hotels plus lunch are included on this full-day tour.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
What's not
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
Hoa Lu was the capital city of Vietnam under the Dinh Dynasty between 968 and 1009. Some of the sanctuaries and tombs have survived the years and can still be seen today. Apart from the historical interest, the river boat trip in Tam Coc is wonderful for photo hunters, especially when local people come to harvest the water rice planted along the river, or when they transplant some seedling for the next crops. Tam Coc sight is also known as Halong bay on land
Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital and take sampan trip on Tam Coc. 8:00AM, pick up at your hotel and head out for Ninh Binh Province (2.5 hours driving). There is a beautiful roadside scenery on the way. Arriving in Ninh Binh city, first pay a visit to Hoa Lu – the ancient Royal Capital of Vietnam, visit the two temples: Temple of King Dinh and King Le, admire the unique architecture from ancient times. Continue to Tam Coc and have lunch at a nice restaurant with many local delicacies. Then boarding a small sampan to visit Tam Coc which means literally “three caves” (2.5 hour boat trip). With Halong bay type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscape like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. You will feel the fresh air and peaceful moments, a very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery.
Time permits, you can also visit Bich Dong pagoda nearby and climb up the mountain to have a wonderful perspective view of the Bich Dong and Tam Coc. Return to Hanoi late afternoon.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 25 travellers
- Operated by
- LVP TRAVEL
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 15 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
How it compares in Hanoi
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 733 city tours we list in Hanoi.
- Its length is typical for the group.
About Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, mixes lakeside temples, French colonial boulevards and an Old Quarter where street food and scooters fill every lane.
The Old Quarter's narrow streets, each once devoted to a single trade, sit just north of Hoan Kiem Lake, where the red Huc Bridge leads to the Temple of the Jade Mountain. Wander at dawn to see tai chi by the water, or after dark when the pavements fill with food stalls and low plastic stools.
Top-ranked sights in Hanoi: Ha Long Bay, Hanoi Old Quarter, Long Bien Bridge (Cau Long Bien).
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