Hanoi Tours - Vietnam Travel Services

It is always worthwhile to take a day trip to Hanoi’s surroundings for refreshment away from the city noise. Ninh Binh is an outstanding destination that has many attractions and stunning landscapes. First, journey back to the 10th century and visit the ancient capital Hoa Lu. Then, tour the area by row boat, a perfect venue for you to relax and let your mind wander amongst the diverse limestone of Tam Coc.

Tour program:
Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi at 08:00 AM for departure, after 2 hours driving, we arrive Ninh Binh Province. Our first visit is the former capital of Vietnam – Hoa Lu, visit two temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, the two heroes who lived in 10th century and chose Hoa Lu to build the citadel of the capital city of Dai Viet. Proceed to Tam Coc for lunch. Tam Coc known as "Halong Bay on land" boasting breathtaking scenery, “Tam Coc” means three caves. After lunch we get on small rowing boats, the boat trip to all three caves takes about two hours.

Continue visiting Bich Dong Grotto(emerald-like grotto), around 2km from Tam Coc by car, climb a little bit till you get to the top of the Upper pagoda and your eyes catch the overall panorama of the paddy fields between Truong Yen Mountain. The king conferred on Bich Dong the title “The Second Most Beautiful Grotto in Vietnam”. A scene of the popular French movie "Indochine" had been completed here in 1991. Get back to Hanoi late in the afternoon. Tour ends.

Tour Includes:

• Local English speaking tour guide, other languages are available on request
• Private & Modern Transportation: (Car or mini Van)
• Private boat trip in Tam Coc
• All entrance fees
• Lunch at a local restaurant

Tour Excludes:

• Drinks
• Travel Insurance
• Personal expenses, Tips…

Tour Cost: Rates vary frequently. Please Contact Us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period, group size and specific touring needs.