HOA LU – TAM COC – MUA CAVE 01 DAY
7:00 AM: We'll pick you up from your pick you up from your hotel (within Old Quarter, Hanoi), and take a comfortable drive to Ninh Binh, known for its captivating natural landscapes and rich historical sites (approximately 110km from Hanoi).
10:30 AM: Upon arrival at Mua Cave, you'll start your adventure by visiting the cave and climbing up to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain to see the stunning views of the mountains all around, from the highest point to the valleys below.
11:40 AM: You'll enjoy lunch at the restaurant, tasting the delicious local specialties.
01:00 PM: Explore the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, home to the renowned Temple of King Dinh Tien Hoang, the founder of the Dinh Dynasty – Vietnam's inaugural dynasty.
02:20 PM: You will board a boat to explore Tam Coc Cave. "Tam Coc" translates to "Three Caves": the First Cave, the Second Cave, and the Third Cave. There's only one waterway route for visitors to navigate through Tam Coc, which takes approximately two hours round trip. Small rowing boats will transport you to visit the First Cave, the largest and most beautiful cave, stretching 127 meters under a massive mountain that spans across the Ngo Dong River. You will experience the fresh, cool air of the countryside as they venture deeper into the cave, where stalactites hang down like shimmering pearls, creating a magical ambiance. Continuing your journey on boat, you will proceed to explore the Second and Third Caves.
05:00 PM: TheSinhTourist will take you back to Hanoi.
07:00 PM: You will arrive at your hotel in Hanoi, marking the end of the tour.
- Departure: 07:00AM - End: 07:00PM (ETA)
TRIP INCLUDES:
- Round-trip hotel transfers (within Old Quarter, Hanoi)
- Entrance fees for Mua Cave.
- English-speaking guide
- Authentic Vietnamese lunch
- Refreshing bottle of water/person
- Air conditioned bus/minivan/car
TRIP EXCLUDES:
- All other services not mentioned in the above program
- All meals and beverages unspecified in the above program
- Personal expenses, travel insurance
- Tips for tour guide and driver
All fares & itineraries are correct at the time of printing and may be subject to change without prior notice