Ninh Binh is a popular tourist destination renowned for its majestic natural scenery. When visiting, you can explore Tam Coc, where towering limestone mountains rise dramatically above winding rivers, or venture to Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its tranquil caves and serene waterways. Both locations provide unforgettable experiences that allow you to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage of the region.

ITINERARY

07h30-8h00

Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for transfer to Ninh Binh

09h15

You will have a short break of 15-20 minutes to stretch your legs, use the facilities or have a quick snack

10h30

Visiting Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from years 908 to 1010. Then you will visit the Temple of Dinh King and Le King to learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties

11h15-11h45

It’s time to join our 30 minutes cycling activity to discover the life of the local people. Or stay behind and either relax in the restaurant for sightseeing and capture the views around lake, waterfall, and valleys. Enjoy swimming at the pool in summertime.

12h00

You will have a buffet lunch with local specialties in the private area of our Trang An Heritage Garden. The vegetarian option is also available.

13h15-13h30

Option 1: Tam Coc, known as “Ha long Bay on the land”, where you will spend 1.5 hours on the boat to explore this area. On this excursion down the Ngo Dong River, you will pass through the beautiful paddy fields, limestone karst formations, and a stunning cave system including Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba caves for a unique experience.

Option 2: Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 1.5 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which owns a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.

15h30

We continue to visit Mua Cave and climb 500 steps to reach the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, overlooking the amazing view of the city and Tam Coc below.

16h30-17h00

Transfer back to Hanoi.

19h00-19h30

Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Note:

• • Programs & schedules are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions.
  • On weekends, some roads will not allow vehicles to make room for the Walking Street; therefore, our limousine/shuttle bus will drop you off at the closest and suitable point in the Old Quarter instead.

INCLUSION:

• Buffet lunch with local specialties
• Bicycle activity
• Entrance fee & sharing boat at Tam Coc: 2-3 pax/boat; Trang An: 4 pax/boat
• Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi limousine/shuttle bus transfer
• English speaking guide
• Free Wi-Fi, 01 bottle of mineral water/1 way on the limousine/shuttle bus
• Free usage of Vietnamese conical hat & rain-coat during the trip

EXCLUSION:

• VAT
• Beverages
• Tips for tour guide & driver
• Personal expenses
• All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
• Surcharge on Vietnam public holidays