Embark on a journey from Hanoi to Ninh Binh province, where you’ll delve into Vietnam’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Explore Hoa Lu, the ancient royal capital, and learn about its significance in Vietnamese history. Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local delicacies before cruising through the stunning Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at limestone cliffs, mysterious caves, and picturesque countryside. Cycle through the village to immerse yourself in local life, then challenge yourself with a climb up almost 500 steps to Mua Cave for a panoramic view of Tam Coc. Finally, return to Hanoi, enriched by a day of cultural exploration and natural beauty.
- Enjoy stunning views from the caves, limestones and mountains
- Understand more about the history and culture of Vietnam
- Trekking to the top of Mua Cave to get a panorama view and photos and An authentic, traditional local lunch is served
- Fantastic activities and explore the beauty of nature and Immerse in the beauty of Trang An by a boat trip
- Transfer during a tour with a Limousine Bus
Hoa Lu – Trang An – Mua Cave Day Trip From Hanoi
Itinerary
- 7.30 am – 8.00 am: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel, and then depart to Ninh Binh province. On the way, you will have chances to capture the image of Vietnam rice fields with the hard-working farmers.Â
- 9.15 am: Bus stops to have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax.Â
- 10.30 am: On arrival at Ninh Binh, our guide will take you to visit Hoa Lu – the ancient royal capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. Hoa Lu ancient capital, perhaps, makes the province more attractive because it creates the cultural identity of the area and helps people understand more about the cultural, architectural, and sculptural values associated with the legend about the foundation of Dai Co Viet ( an old name of Viet Nam country). You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty.Â
- 12.00 pm: We stop at a local restaurant to have a buffet lunch with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch.Â
- After lunchtime, we will head to Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex, which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014.Â
- You will board a small boat to visit Trang An, here, we can see majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious yet inviting caves, as well as countryside sights, like peaceful streams, rice paddies, and deserted green fields. The boat trip will drive you to visit the cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou with Route 1, or Lam, Vang, Thanh Truot, and Dai Caves with Route 2 in mystery and wildness, see the scenery of mountain and rivers Ha Long on the land of Ninh Binh. Furthermore, we can have time to visit some temples during the boat trip and get to know more about the history as well as the culture of the country in the past.Â
- 3.00 pm: You continue the tour for 45 minutes with cycling activity around the village to discover the life of the local people.Â
- 3.45 pm: We get back to the bus and then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). This is a chance to discover your strength – by walking up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.Â
- 5.00 pm: It’s time to get back the bus to return to Hanoi, and we will arrive at your hotel around 19:00. Our tour guide says Goodbye and see you next time!Â