NINH BINH DAY TRIP: HANOI - TAM COC - MUA CAVE - HOA LU CAPITAL
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup at 7:30 AM from your hotel in Hanoi. The drive to Ninh Binh transforms urban landscapes into picturesque countryside, setting the stage for a day of exploration.
Upon arrival at Tam Coc, you’ll spend 1 hour 30 mins on a private boat trip through a stunning landscape of limestone karsts and rice paddies. Local boatmen navigate narrow waterways, passing through three natural caves. The journey offers intimate views of rural life, with farmers working in fields and limestone formations rising dramatically from the water.
Next, you’ll climb the steps to the Mua Cave viewpoint, reaching a panoramic vista of the Tam Coc valley. The summit provides a breathtaking perspective of the surrounding landscape, with limestone mountains and green fields stretching to the horizon. Take time to explore the cave and surrounding area, capturing memorable photographs.
A traditional Vietnamese lunch awaits at Luong’s House in the Spice Tam Coc Garden.
The afternoon continues with a bicycle tour through the Thung Sen area. Ride through rural landscapes, visit the historic Thai Vy Temple, and experience the countryside. Interact with local farmers and observe traditional rural life up close.
Your cultural journey concludes at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam. Walk through historical sites of the Dinh and Le dynasties, discovering temples and monuments that tell the story of Vietnam’s early kingdoms.
As the day winds down, you’ll return to Hanoi, carrying memories of a day filled with natural beauty, cultural insights, and historical discoveries.
