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Viet Nam

Vietnam’s Ancient Soul: Hoa Lu – Trang An Grottoes Tour (Hanoi – Ninh Binh)

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Tour Itinerary

Morning
Morning

Enjoy Breakfast at your hotel.

07:00 – 07:30: Your guide and driver will pick you up from downtown Hanoi to begin your journey south.

Sit back and enjoy the fertile landscapes of the Red River Delta as we travel to Ninh Binh.

Upon arrival, our first stop is Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century.

Step back in time as you visit the temples of King Dinh and King Le, learning about the nation's early history and heroic stories.

Afternoon
Afternoon

12:30: Lunch. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese meal in a local restaurant, with specialties from Ninh Binh’s countryside.

You will have the chance to taste famous local dishes such as goat meat and crispy rice.

14:00: Board a traditional sampan boat in the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex.

Glide through emerald rivers that wind among limestone karsts as you are rowed by a local villager.

Your journey will take you through a series of mysterious water caves and past hidden temples nestled among the cliffs.

The stunning scenery was famously featured in the Hollywood film Kong: Skull Island. Your boat will visit:

  • Sang Cave (Light Cave)
  • Toi Cave (Dark Cave)
  • Ba Giot Cave (Three Drops Cave)
  • Nau Ruou Cave (Wine Brewing Cave)

After the boat trip, take a gentle cycling tour through rural paths.

Soak in the rustic charm of Vietnam’s countryside as you pedal past rice paddies and quiet villages.

Late Afternoon
Late Afternoon

Our final adventure is a visit to Mua Cave (Dancing Cave).

Challenge yourself by climbing nearly 500 stone steps to the summit, where a breathtaking panorama of the Tam Coc valley and its meandering rivers unfolds before you.

This magical view is often compared to a dragon watching over the land.

Evening

17:00: Relax on the comfortable drive back to Hanoi.

You will arrive back in downtown Hanoi around 19:30, with unforgettable memories of Vietnam’s history, culture, and natural beauty.

Tour Highlights

  • Step back in time at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, home to the Dinh and Le dynasties.
  • Enjoy a scenic sampan boat ride through the caves and valleys of the UNESCO site, Trang An.
  • Climb to the top of Mua Cave Peak for breathtaking panoramic views of the entire region.
  • Take a gentle cycling tour through lush rice fields and peaceful, traditional villages.
  • Savor authentic Vietnamese cuisine with local Ninh Binh specialties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Important Note:
  • For any modification of itinerary, the prices can be revised.
  • Please note that all the above services & tours have yet to be booked, they are proposed for your information only and we will not make any reservations before we receive your confirmation to do so.
  • If one or some proposed service(s) is (are) not available at the moment of booking, we will try to find other possibilities/options or other similar service(s) in order to avoid changes to the program.
  • Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees in the public places like a temple, pagoda, HCM mausoleum
  • Should bring the necessary things such as : cash, cell phone or camera, raincoat/ umbrella ,sun block …( depending on the weather)
  • The rates quoted above do not include compulsory fees for special events, peak season such as Christmas and New Year or Gala Dinners etc.
  • Prices are subject to change at any time as a result of VAT, Fuel Excise or other tax and sightseeing fee increases and USD currency fluctuations.

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Durations

one day package

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