Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave 1 Day

950,000

  • Explore the historic Hoa Lu, once the center of ancient dynasties, boasting symbolic architecture and captivating history.
  • Enjoy a tranquil boat ride through Tam Côc, passing towering limestone cliffs and mysterious caves.
  • Hike up Mua Cave for a majestic panorama of Ninh Bình’s stunning natural scenery.

Located in Ninh Binh province 100 km southeast of Hanoi, Hoa Lu and Tam Coc are two of the most picturesque spots in all of the north. For 41 years, from 968 to 1009 CE, Hoa Lu was the ancient capital of Vietnam. Nearby Tam Coc is often referred to as “Ha Long among the rice paddies.” Visitors are conveyed by rowboat along the peaceful Tam Coc stream past green fields and the feet of mountains into the mouths of caves, where they encounter new surprises, like stalactites and stalagmites that shimmer like gemstones just inches from the water.

DETAILED ITINERARY

07h45 – 08h30: We pick you up at your hotel in Old Quarter, departure for Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua cave, enjoying the beautiful sceneries of the rural areas on the way.

10h30: After arriving in Ninh Binh province, the guide takes you to visit Hoa Lu – the Ancient Royal capital of VietNam.

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

We will visit Dinh king temple and Le king temple, in the 10th century, finding out the heroic histories of these two Kings in the Chinese Wars.

King Dinh’s Temple
King Le’s Temple

After that, we went to Tam Coc (10 km far from Hoa Lu).

11h30: The next destination is Mua Cave. Visitors trek through winding paths covered with lush greenery and beautiful bonsai-like rock formations, then conquer the 500 stone steps to the summit of Mua Mountain.

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Staircase Leading to the Peak of Mua Mountain

From the top, you can see the vast land of Hoa Lu with its peaceful yet majestic scenery, resembling a watercolor painting that often stirs emotions.

Ngoa Long Peak

On the way back, you will pass through the Lotus Pond area, nestled amidst limestone mountains, creating an extremely poetic and ancient scene. Visitors can rent traditional costumes for photoshoots here.

The way down

12h30: Have lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch you will get on a bamboo boat – rowed by the local people – in Hoang Long river to visit Tam Coc (three caves) on the way.

View of Tam Coc

You pass through three enormous caves that provide a brief respite from the intense summer sun.

Tam Coc’s Caves

It takes approximately two hours to go up and down the river and along the way, you witness local fisherfolk, village life along the river and, of course, the striking limestone karst formations that Tam Coc is famous for.

17h00: Get on bus and go back to Ha Noi.

19h30: We arrival in Hanoi and finish the tour. See you next time.

TOUR PRICE: 950,000 VND / PERSON
(applies to individual customers joining groups)

INCLUDED

  • Transportation with A/C
  • English speaking guide
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees

EXCLUDED

  • Tax invoice
  • Drink
  • Visa
  • Insurance
  • Personal expenses, tips & gratuities
  • Tip for guide and driver

WHAT TO BRING

  • Appropriate clothing for the season
  • A hat and sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothing and footwear for walking
  • Sense of fun and adventure 

CHILDREN POLICY

  • Ages 1-4: Free (parents are responsible for all related expense
  • Ages 5-9: 75% of the tour price (full meal portions, standard admission tickets for children)
  • Ages 10 and above: Charged as adults.

Included and Term

TOUR PRICE: 950,000 VND / PERSON
(applies to individual customers joining groups)

INCLUDED

  • Transportation with A/C
  • English speaking guide
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees

EXCLUDED

  • Tax invoice
  • Drink
  • Visa
  • Insurance
  • Personal expenses, tips & gratuities
  • Tip for guide and driver 

CHILDREN POLICY

  • Ages 1-4: Free (parents are responsible for all related expense
  • Ages 5-9: 75% of the tour price (full meal portions, standard admission tickets for children)
  • Ages 10 and above: Charged as adults.

Remark

WHAT TO BRING

  • Appropriate clothing for the season
  • A hat and sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothing and footwear for walking
  • Sense of fun and adventure

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