PHN102 | NINH BINH: Hoa Lu Temples & Tam Coc River Caves(~4 - 5 hours)

From $69/Pax

Overview

Discover the natural beauty and ancient history of Ninh Binh on this full-day private tour from Ha Noi. Explore the historic temples of Hoa Lu, cruise through the spectacular limestone scenery of Tam Coc, and visit the peaceful Bich Dong Pagoda surrounded by mountains and countryside.

Itinerary

Pick-up & Travel Time
Your friendly guide and driver will warmly welcome you at your hotel in Ha Noi. Travel south toward Ninh Binh, approximately 100 km from the capital, enjoying views of the countryside along the way.

Highlights & Activities
Begin at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the former political center of Viet Nam during the Dinh and Early Le dynasties. Visit the historic King Dinh and King Le Temples, set against dramatic limestone mountains, while learning about an important chapter in the country’s early history.

Continue to Tam Coc, often known as “Ha Long Bay on Land” for its spectacular landscape of limestone karsts rising above peaceful rivers and rice fields. Board a traditional sampan for a scenic boat journey along the Ngo Dong River, gently rowed by a local boatperson through the countryside and beneath the natural caves of Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba.

After the boat trip, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to Bich Dong Pagoda, a historic three-tiered pagoda complex built into the limestone mountains. Walk through its peaceful surroundings and discover temples, caves, and beautiful views over the Ninh Binh countryside.

Return & Drop-off
After visiting Bich Dong Pagoda, meet your driver for the comfortable journey back to Ha Noi. We will drop you off at your hotel or any convenient central location of your choice.

Prices

No. of Guest(s) 1 2 3
Price/Person VND * 1,000 5,900 3,300 2,600
~USD $227 $127 $100
No. of Guest(s) 4 5 6
Price/Person VND * 1,000 2,350 2,100 1,900
~USD $90 $81 $73
No. of Guest(s) >=7 Child
Price/Person VND * 1,000 1,800 1,400
~USD $69 $54

Inclusions

● Private transportation (car, van, or bus, depending on your group size)
● English-speaking Guide
● Five-course Vietnamese Lunch at a local restaurant
● Entrance fees
● Bottled drinking water
● Boat trip in Tam Coc
● Central hotel pick-up & drop-off

Exclusions

● Personal expenses
● Tips and gratuities (recommended)
● Beverages (beer, soft drinks…)
● Travel insurance
● VAT (if applicable)

Pick-up and Drop-off Locations

For private tours, we offer complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off within central Ha Noi, including Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, Tay Ho, Dong Da, and Hai Ba Trung areas. For locations outside these areas, a small surcharge may apply depending on the distance. Please contact us in advance for further details.

Children Policy

● Adult: From 12 years old up
● Child: From 5 – 11 years old
● Kid: Under 5 years old (Free of charge)
● Notes: Only 1 free child per family. Additional children under 5 charged 50% each.

Cancellation Policy

● No-show: 100% of tour price
● Within 48 hours before departure: 100% of tour price
● 48 – 72 hours before departure: 50% of tour price
● More than 72 hours before departure: Free of charge

General Information

● Timing & Itinerary: Subject to change without prior notice, but we will do our best to keep everything on schedule.

● Public Holidays: A 30% surcharge applies to tours operating on public holidays, including Christian New Year, Lunar New Year, Hung Kings’ Festival, Reunification Day, May Day, National Day, Vietnamese Cultural Day, and other national public holidays in Viet Nam.

● Language: Our guides use both English and Vietnamese for all tours. If you require another language, please inform us at the time of booking for further assistance.

● Food Special Request: For day tours that include lunch, a Vietnamese set menu will be prepared for all guests. Please inform us in advance if you have any food allergies, are vegetarian, observe Halal, or require a diet menu. Some special requests may incur an additional charge.

HAVE A GREAT TRIP!

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