Discover the natural beauty and rich history of Ninh Binh on this full-day tour from Hanoi. Visit the historic Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and choose between two of the region’s most famous scenic boat experiences: Tam Coc or Trang An Landscape Complex.
Start your journey with a comfortable transfer from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Explore historic temples dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh while learning about the country’s early dynasties. After visiting the temples, enjoy a relaxing cycling trip through nearby villages and rice fields to experience the peaceful countryside of Ninh Binh.
Next, enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant featuring a variety of Vietnamese dishes and regional specialties, with vegetarian options available.
In the afternoon, travelers can choose one of the following experiences:
Option 1: Hoa Lu – Tam Coc
Take a traditional sampan boat ride along the Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc. Surrounded by limestone mountains and rice fields, the journey passes through three natural caves, offering stunning scenery often called “Halong Bay on land.”
Option 2: Hoa Lu – Trang An
Explore the spectacular Trang An landscape on a boat ride through a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cruise along peaceful waterways, pass towering limestone karsts, and travel through a series of natural cave tunnels.
After the boat trip, relax on the return journey to Hanoi with drop-off at your hotel in the Old Quarter in the early evening.