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Tour code: VTT-NB1
Duration: 1 Days
Start point: Hanoi city
End point: Ninh Binh
Type: Day tour

From Hanoi: Ninh Binh day trip visit Hoa Lu-Tam Coc and Mua Cave

Overview:

Hoa Lu ancient capital – Tam Coc boat tour –  Mua Cave is one of the most satisfying boat tour in Ninh Binh with a combination of Hoa Lu ancient capital – the capital of Vietnam in 10th century, visiting picturesque Tam Coc boat tour at Ecotourism Landscape and exploring a spectacular Mua caves…

8h00: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km.

9h30: Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax

10h30: The first destination on this trip is to visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel the ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital.
11h30 : Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave ( Dancing Cave ). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.

12h45: Have lunch in the restaurant.

13h30 – 14h00: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5-hour bamboo boat.  You will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, cloud, sky, and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. All make a masterpiece that the Vietnamese people called “Ha Long Bay on land”.

15h30: Get on the Bus to return to Hanoi

16h30: Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip ends!

Cancellation policy:

- Before 10 days: Full refund.
- Before 05 days: Non-Refundable.
- Full refund if the bad weather does not allow the boat to go.

THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING

  • Hat, umbrella, shoes
  • Sun screen, sun glasses
  • Mosquito spray
  • Camera
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Helpful information before you plan and book this tour.

The boat trip in Tam Coc takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

During the journey, you will travel along the scenic Ngo Dong River and pass through three natural caves: Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba.

Please note that the boats in Tam Coc do not have roofs, as they need to be low enough to pass through the water caves along the route.

We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen, and drinking water. It is also a good idea to carry a light raincoat or poncho in case of rain.

During the summer months, the weather can be very hot and sunny. From around September to March, there may also be periods of prolonged light drizzle and cooler temperatures, so bringing suitable clothing for the weather is recommended.

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