Ninh Bình Day Tour from Hanoi: Tam Coc Boat and Cycling

12 hours 30 minutes • Free CancellationMeet on location or pickupInstant confirmationGuided • Operated by Easytours24h

Why we love it?

The Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi offers an immersive exploration of Vietnam's stunning landscapes, combining visits to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, a scenic boat ride through the limestone karsts of Tam Coc, and a cycling adventure around the picturesque countryside. This tour is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs, providing a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty. Distinctively, participants will experience a buffet lunch featuring local cuisine, and the tour includes convenient bus transfers from Hanoi's Old Quarter, ensuring a hassle-free journey. With an English-speaking guide and bicycles provided, travelers can fully engage with the local environment and enjoy a day of adventure.
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Inclusions

  • Small water in the shuttle bus transfers
  • Ninh Binh Full Day Tour
  • 1.5-hour Tam Coc bamboo boat trip
  • Guided visit to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
  • Mua Cave hiking experience
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Buffet lunch with local specialties
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Complimentary village cycling (30 minutes)
  • On the shuttle bus only

Exclusions

  • Beverages & Drinks
  • Surcharge: on the lunar New year holiday: From 05 to 09 Feb, 2027
  • Entrance fee at the Hoa Lu temple: 20.000VND per person - Around 0.8USD - Optional
  • Entrance fee at the Mua cave: 150.000VND per person - around 6USD - (optional)
  • Entrance fee at the Tam Coc & boat trip: 250.000 VND per person - Around 10USD - (optional)
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

We will pick up from hotels in Hanoi old quarter or Hanoi opera house in the morning

Stop 2

Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.

Stop 3

11h45: Have buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice….

Vegetarian foods is always available in the buffet lunch.

Continue the tour with 45 mins - cycling around the village to discover the life of local people.

Stop 4

13h00: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5 hours by bamboo boat. During the boat trip, you will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy field, river, water, cloud,sky and stunning cave system. All make a masterpiece which Vietnamese people called “ Halong Bay on land”

Stop 5

16.00: Climbing up almost 500 steps of Mua cave area, you can reach to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here

17h00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.

Around19h00: Get dropped off at Hotels in Hanoi

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Surcharge: 15 USD per person on Lunar New year holiday: From 05 to 09 Feb, 2027 (Please pay cash directly on tour)
  • We offer a complimentary 30-minute village cycle for fun. This is a self-guided, non-professional leisure activity.
  • If you prefer not to bike, you can enjoy a leisurely walk to take photos or relax at the restaurant while the group cycles.
  • For guest safety, cycling is not recommended for children under 2 years old or guests weighing over 80kg (175lb). Please inspect your bicycle before use.
  • Please bring a hat/umbrella, sunscreen, insect spray, comfortable hiking shoes, a camera, and small cash for personal expenses. Wear layers: lightweight shirts for summer or a jacket for winter.
  • While local boat rowers at Tam Coc may occasionally request tips, please note that these are entirely at your discretion and are not required.
  • Please contact us via WhatsApp, Zalo, or Email at least 24 hours before departure to confirm your exact pickup time and location.
  • If staying outside the Old Quarter, please meet us at the Hanoi Opera House (01 Trang Tien Street) by 7:45 AM.
  • Complimentary pickup is available between 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM from Hanor Old Quarter. If your hotel is not listed in the dropdown menu, please select any hotel to complete the booking and message us with your correct address.
  • Pickup & Logistics Confirmation Required: Please contact us via WhatsApp, Zalo, or Email at least 24 hours before departure to confirm your exact pickup time and location. Hanoi Old Quarter: Complimentary pickup is available between 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM. If your hotel is not listed in the dropdown menu, please select any hotel to complete the booking and message us with your correct address. Meeting Point: If staying outside the Old Quarter, please meet us at the Hanoi Opera House (01 Trang Tien Street) by 7:45 AM.
  • We provide complimentary pickup for guests staying in the Hanoi Old Quarter between 7:00 AM and 7:45 AM. For those staying outside this area, our central meeting point is the Hanoi Opera House (01 Trang Tien Street) at 7:45 AM. To ensure a smooth start, please send us a quick message via WhatsApp, Zalo, or email to confirm your location.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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