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Hanoi/Ninh Binh: Tam Coc, Hoa Lu & Mua Caves Full-Day Trip

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Hanoi/Ninh Binh: Tam Coc, Hoa Lu & Mua Caves Full-Day Trip
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4.6  / 52960 reviews
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Join a unique rowing boat trip to visit three caves, have a Vietnamese lunch and bike to traditional villages. Visit Hoa Lu, an ancient capital, Mua Cave, and enjoy panoramic views of the countryside and Ngo Dong River.

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Duration 1 day
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Live tour guide
English, Vietnamese
Optional audio guide
English
Pickup included
Be picked up from one of the listed pick-up points in Hanoi.
Small group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Chris – Australia

Everything about this tour was exceptional. What made it more special was our guide Hop, He was passionate about sharing interesting information about Vietnam. This added to our understanding and appreciation of Vietnamese culture and people. The cave trip on the traditional shaped boats was a once in a lifetime magical experience. Our bus driver was amazing, skilled and so capable of reading the traffic flow both through the narrow streets to on the highway. WOW!

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Chris – Australia
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Catherine – Canada

Highly recommended! Your guide and the driver were excellent and really planned the day well enough for us to do the activities while giving us time to rest and enjoy the trip. Would come back again and do the multi day trip next time

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Catherine – Canada

Experience

Highlights

  • Enjoy a unique boat trip to visit Tam Coc
  • Visit traditional villages and Tam Coc town
  • Tuck into lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
  • Visit Hoa Lu, an ancient capital
  • Climb up to the top of Mua Cave to enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river

Full description

Travel by air-conditioned bus from Hanoi to Tam Coc and ride a Sampan boat to impressive caves. Experience local life as you cycle through picturesque villages, explore ancient temples, and enjoy a Vietnamese lunch. Start your tour early with pickup at your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Hop into the luxury van to visit Hoa Lu, an ancient capital of Vietnam. Visit Dinh king Temple and Le king Temple from the 10th century, and hear about the heroic histories of the two Kings during the Chinese Wars. At midday, sit down for lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant. Continue to Tam Coc and take the sampan go (traditional river boat) along the Ngo Dong river to visit Tam Coc's three caves. Head back to Tam Coc wharf, take your bicycle, and cycle around traditional villages and Tam Coc town. Visit Mua cave, which attracts visitors with its many interesting stories. Climb 500 stone steps to see all the way to Tam Coc, and enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river. In the evening, return Ha Noi.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation
  • Boat trip to Tam Coc
  • Entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Live guide
  • Lunch
  • 2 bottles of mineral water per person
  • 1 traditional hat
  • Biking visit to villages and Tam Coc town
  • Bike rental
  • Drinks
  • Tet holiday fees (5 USD per person)
  • Tips (optional)

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes
  • Umbrella
  • Camera
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat

Know before you go

  • Please note, the itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice, depending on the weather and operating conditions
  • Customers should provide their hotel name and address in the Hoan Kiem district for pick-up arrangements
  • All passengers should provide mobile phone or email address to the tour operator. The company will contact you directly after you make your reservation
  • If you are vegetarian or have any special food requirements, please advise the local operator in advance
  • Disabled guests are unable to partake in water sport activities on the boat
  • If you do not want to join the biking segment of the tour you can relax in the restaurant with a cup of coffee or visit a local market
  • You can also finish your trip in Tam Coc or Ninh Binh
  • Please note, wearing shorts into the temple is not allowed

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 2960 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Chris – AustraliaNovember 23, 2024  – Verified booking
Everything about this tour was exceptional. What made it more special was our guide Hop, He was passionate about sharing interesting information about Vietnam. This added to our understanding and appreciation of Vietnamese culture and people. The cave trip on the traditional shaped boats was a once in a lifetime magical experience. Our bus driver was amazing, skilled and so capable of reading the traffic flow both through the narrow streets to on the highway. WOW!
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Catherine – CanadaNovember 26, 2024  – Verified booking
Highly recommended! Your guide and the driver were excellent and really planned the day well enough for us to do the activities while giving us time to rest and enjoy the trip. Would come back again and do the multi day trip next time
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Javier – United KingdomNovember 27, 2024  – Verified booking
Sen was amazing throughout, very funny, we paid for a temple tour and got a stand up comedy with fun facts extra! Sticky rice 4ever!
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Product ID: 169432

Activity provider:Asian Discovery Travel

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