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).
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is the tourist destination which will bring you to a few imperial capitals of the country in the ancient and medieval eras. Visiting Hoa Lu, you will not only have a fun and exciting time, but can learn more about culture and history as well.
Tam Coc: Tam Coc - Bich Dong is also called “A terrestrial Ha Long Bay”, or the “Vietnam’s second nicest grotto” (to Huong Tich) for its poetic and inspirational natural scenery
Hoa Lu was the first capital of Vietnam since 10th century. The area is also one of out standing beauty natural with limestone peaks whose splendor is often said to surpass that of Ha Long Bay. It is true that Hoa Lu & Tam Coc is often referred to as the Ha Long Bay on land.
Tour itinerarry:
AM: 8:00 – 8:30. Our guide & driver will pick you up at your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quater, then leave by coach to Hoa Lu (2.5 hrs). Visit the historic capital of Viet Nam and the famous ancient temples of Le and The Dinh Dynasties.Then our bus will transfer you from Hoa Lu to Tam Coc for lunch around at 12:30PM.
PM:After lunch, boat trip to visit Tam Coc to see the beauty of the karst formations as you pass along their base and row into one of the many caves carved through the limestone.Then, cycle for an hour on quiet roads through villages, rice fields, rivers and rocky outcrops in Tam Coc – Bich Dong (around 5 km). Dive back to Ha Noi and drop off at your hotel around at 18:00PM.
Tour cost per adult, quoted in US Dollar
Option
2 - 3 Pax
4 - 5 Pax
Deluxe tour group
38 USD
35 USD
Tour Includes:
Transportation whit air-conditioned vehicles as in itinerary
English speaking tour guide (other languages can be arranged on request)
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Admission fees and permits
Boat trip in the river
Tour Excludes:
Accommodation
Personal expenses such as drinks,…
Tips and Gratuities
Travel insurance
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