Hoa Lu and Tam Coc are two of the most beautiful landscapes of Ninh Binh province, just 120 kms to the southeast of Hanoi. Hoa Lu was the ancient Royal capital during the Dinh and Pre-Le dynasties which lasted for 41 years (from 969-1009). In comparison with Hoa Lu’s cultural significance, Tam Coc is considered as “Ha Long Bay” in land because its location and formation.
Sitting on boat cruising through Hang Ca, Hang Hai, Hang Ba with the scenic beauty of huge rocks standing along river and scattered green rice fields. You feel the tranquility, peace and all above, the nature combines with life of locals to form a poetic romantic painting of the countryside.
Tour highlights:
Experience the paddy fields in the Ancient Capital .
Bike to visit King Dinh and Pre-Le.
Enjoy 2 hour boat trip on Ngo Dong river.
Meet the local people and relaxing.
Visit the spectacular scenery of HalongBay in land.
In the morning, South Pacific’s bus and guide will pick you up to travel to Hoa Lu – the former capital of Vietnam, about a two-hour drive from Hanoi. On arrival, you will visit two temples, one of them dedicated to Emperor Dinh and the other in memory of Emperor Le, followed by a brief visit to the remains of the OldPalace. Feel ready to star our cycling for one more hour to Tam Coc (12km), passing scenery of paddy fields or small stream. You will have lunch in Tam Coc, enjoy the taste of Vietnamese cuisine.
After lunch at a local restaurant, you will visit Tam Coc (three caves), a peaceful valley among limestone ‘karst’ hills, There, you will be rowed along a gentle river between paddy fields and through the caves. In the late afternoon, you will return to Hanoi for overnight accommodation.
Summary:
Transport: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi by A/C vehicle.
Meal: Lunch in local restaurant .
Biking: Two hours from Hoa Lu – Tam Coc.
Boat trip of two and half hours on Ngo Dong river.
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Our prices do not include
Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.
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Boat trip, entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the programme.
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Lunch as specified
Our prices do not include
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