Ninh Binh Day Trip: Hoa Lu & Tam Coc
Tour Details
Having picked you up at your hotel in Hanoi at the scheduled time, we'll hit the road southwards towards the Ninh Binh region. During the two-hour journey, we'll make a 20-minute stop so that you can hop out and buy some traditional Vietnamese souvenirs, such as lacquerware, paintings or embroidery.
Once we arrive in Hoa Lu, we'll visit the citadel of what was once the Vietnamese capital in the 10th century. Temples, pagodas and other monuments so characteristic of the beautiful architecture of the region abound.
Towards midday, we'll make our way to Tam Coc to eat in a local restaurant. And having eaten, we'll take a rowboat along the calm waters of the Ngo Dong River to explore the rice fields. Throughout the route, you'll see three caves known as the 'magic grottoes': Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba. And during the journey, you'll feel the historical importance of this breathtakingly beautiful region.
After an incredible day filled with beautiful mountain and river scenery, you'll head back to Hanoi, where you'll return to your hotel 11 hours after departure.
Rice Fields in Tam Coc
In Tam Coc, there is one rice harvest per year. They sow the seeds in February and harvest in May, making these months the best time to visit the area. But the landscape is spectacular, and the visit truly worthwhile at any time of year.
Meeting Point & Hotel Pickup
This tour includes pickup from the hotels in the historic centre of Hanoi. If your hotel is located outside of the city centre, please come to the meeting point at 63 Hang Trong, in the Hoan Kiem area.
More Information
Duration
11 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off for hotels in the centre of Hanoi
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Boat tour of Tam Coc
Admission tickets
Lunch
Not included
Drinks
Port taxes:US$ 15 per person
When to book?
You can book up until 30 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Sst Travel
Corporate name: CONG TY TNHH DU LICH QUOC TE NGOI SAO SANG
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
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Q - How to book?
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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