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A person sitting on a rock with a temple in the background. 2
A person standing amidst a lotus pond with large green leaves and pink flowers. 3
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Price is NZ$27 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Discover the enchanting landscapes and rich history of Vietnam on a 1-day adventure through Ninh Binh. Begin your journey with a visit to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, exploring the historic temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le. After a traditional buffet lunch, enjoy a scenic 2-hour sampan boat ride in Tam Coc, often called 'Halong Bay on land', followed by a leisurely cycling tour through charming villages. Conclude your day with a hike up over 500 steps to Mua Cave for panoramic views of the stunning karst mountains and the winding Ngo Dong River.

    • Full-day guided tour from Hanoi with hotel pick-up included
    • Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and its historic temples
    • Enjoy a sampan boat ride and cycling through picturesque rice fields
    • Hike Mua Cave for breathtaking views of the landscape

Activity location

  • Hoa Lu Temple
    • Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hoa Lu Temple
    • Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Check availability

bus Ninh Binh - Hanoi

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

limouse
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$26.64 x 1 AdultNZ$26.64
Total
Price is NZ$26.64

bus ninh binh - Cat Bà

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

bus ninh Binh - cat Ba
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$35.52 x 1 AdultNZ$35.52
Total
Price is NZ$35.52

bus Ninh Binh - Ha long

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

bus/dcar
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$35.52 x 1 AdultNZ$35.52
Total
Price is NZ$35.52

CABIN Ninh Binh - Cao Bằng

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

cCabin sleeping bus
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 5:00 PM
Price details
NZ$65.72 x 1 AdultNZ$65.72
Total
Price is NZ$65.72

bus Ninh Binh - the airport

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

bus
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$88.81 x 1 AdultNZ$88.81
Total
Price is NZ$88.81

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    bottle water when you got the bus
  • Inclusions
    bicycle in King Kong island
  • Inclusions
    entry fee including
  • Inclusions
    bus pick you up and drop you of from hotel or hostel in old quarter
  • Inclusions
    buffet lunch
  • Exclusions
    Tip not including

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Hoa Lu Temple

  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket included
07:00 - 07:50 | Pick-up from Hanoi Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in the Old Quarter area. Note: If your hotel is outside the Old Quarter, the meet-up point will be at the Hanoi Opera House. Travel to Ninh Binh by air-conditioned bus. 09:40 | Short Break A 20-minute break on the way to relax and stretch your legs. 10:30 | Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital Explore the ancient capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Le dynasties. Visit the historic temples of King Dinh and King Le to learn about the rich history and culture of the region.

Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Day Tours

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
11:45 | Lunch Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring local Vietnamese cuisine at a restaurant. 13:00 | Explore Tam Coc & Cycling Activity Arrive at Tam Coc what (often referred to as "Halong Bay on land"). Take a 2-hour sampan boat trip rowed by locals along the poetic Ngo Dong River, gliding through golden rice fields and passing through three magnificent water caves: Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba. After the boat trip, enjoy a cycling tour through the countryside, riding along peaceful village roads to experience the authentic daily life of the local people.

Mua Caves

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
15:30 | Conquer Mua Cave Challenge yourself by hiking up over 500 stone steps to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain. Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire Tam Coc region, the winding Ngo Dong River, and the stunning limestone karst landscape from above. 17:00 | Return to Hanoi Get back on the bus and depart for Hanoi. 19:30 | Tour Ends Arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi. Tour ends.

Location

Activity location

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    Hoa Lu Temple
    • Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hoa Lu Temple
    • Ninh Binh, Vietnam

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