Private Tour Hoa Lu Tam Coc Mua Cave

*NINH BINH TOUR: HOA LU - TAM COC - MUA CAVE ITINERARY*

Overview

Ninh Binh, the most beautiful countryside with rice fields along the river, is known as the "Halong Bay on land" of Vietnam and the filming location for King Kong. Embark on a one-day tour from Hanoi to explore Ninh Binh. Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, with its historic temples and scenic mountains. Enjoy a rowing boat tour through Tam Coc's magical grottos, followed by a delicious local lunch. Bike around Tam Coc's picturesque rice fields and climb Mua Cave for stunning panoramic views. Experience adventure, history, and natural beauty all in one day.

Highlight

• Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, the first capital of Vietnam 1000 years ago, and visit the Dinh & Le temples of the first kings.
• Enjoy a delicious local lunch with a riverside view.
• Take a river boat trip along the rice fields and discover the three grottoes.
• Challenge yourself to hike up 500 steps for stunning panoramic views from Mua Cave.
• Immerse yourself in adventure, history, and culture in Ninh Binh.

*Tour Itinerary:*
- *07:35 – 07:45:* Pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Center and head to Ninh Binh, a world heritage site.
- *10:25 – 10:45:* Arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, founded in 968 and remaining the capital until the early 11th century when Emperor Ly Thai To moved it to today’s Hanoi. Walk 300 meters to visit the temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasties amidst a beautiful mountainous landscape.
- *12:30:* Enjoy a special lunch at a local restaurant in Tam Coc.
- *13:35:* Begin the Tam Coc area tour. Take a rowing boat tour from Tam Coc wharf, guided by local people using both their hands and legs. Visit the three magical grottos: Hang Ca (First Grotto), Hang Hai (Second Grotto), and Hang Ba (Third Grotto) during the Tam Coc River tour.
- *15:30:* Visit the last destination, Mua Cave. Often compared to the "Great Wall of China," you'll walk 500 steps to reach the top of Mua Cave for a splendid overview of Ninh Binh.
- *16:30:* Relax and board the car to return to Hanoi.
- *18:00 – 18:30:* Arrive in Hanoi and drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

*Included:*
- Private car
- Passionate English-speaking guide
- All entrance tickets
- Lunch

*Excluded:*
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips for the tour guide and driver

Tour Price