Tour Introduction
Ninh Binh – Tam Coc & Mua Cave Tour from Hanoi is the best option to explore the fabulous nature of Ninh Binh province. Booking our Hoa Lu – Mua Cave – Tam Coc 1 day tour you will have a great chance to challenge yourself by conquering 486-step stone stairs to admire the fabulous perspective of the valley.
Not only that, but you will also take a sampan boat ride around beautiful Tam Coc, known as Ha Long Bay on Land. Cycling around the countryside of Tam Coc and exploring the 3 caves of Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba for a unique experience.
Highlights
Riding sampan boat through three tunnel-like caves in Tam Coc
Hiking 500 steps to the summit of Hang Mua mountain for an incredible view over the karst formations.
Bicycling on back roads of peaceful countryside
Detailed itinerary
Depart from Hanoi at 7:30 AM, we drive southward to Ninh Binh province. After getting out of the busy streets of the city, the smooth drive on National Highway No1 through the farm land will offer you a good start of the day with the views of the countryside: rice fields and villages.
About 10.00 AM, we will arrive at Tam Coc boat operation place where you will get on a sampan-boat for 2-hour ride along a scenic river. The local rower is gently rowing us in between towering limestone mountains and through three caves. There are a lot of beautiful stalactites of different shapes hanging down from the ceiling. The landscape is so dramatic that it has been considered as “Inland Halong Bay”. After that, we will get transferred to a restaurant for your lunch with local specialties.
After lunch and rest, hop on your bicycle and pedaling along back roads to Hang Mua, along the way, enjoy the landscape of mountains, farms and villages. On arrival, start hiking up to the summit of Ngoa Long Mountain in Hang Mua . From the top, you are able to enjoy the stunning 360-degree view over the karsts. After that, get downhill and ride your bike back to Tam Coc to hand back the bike. Spend the rest of the afternoon for a relaxing drive back to Hanoi. Finish the tour at the door of your hotel.
Inclusions:
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Private English speaking tour guide
- Boat ride in Tam Coc
- Sightseeing and boat tickets
- Vietnamese lunch
- Bottled water on the vehicle
Exclusions:
- Travel insurance
- Drinks and other meals
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses and others not mentioned clearly above.
Children Policy
- Children from 1-4 years old are free (parents take care of all expenses for children, do not occupy seats in the car). 02 adults can be attached for free with 1 child. From the 2nd child and above, the fee is 75% of the tour price.
- If 01 adult is accompanied by 01 child from 1-4 years old, the child must buy 50% of the adult’s tour price (enjoy the service like children 5-9 years old).
- Children from 5-9 years old pay 75% of tour price (separate meals, separate seat in private cars but must sleep with parents). 02 charged children also do not have their own bed.
- Children 10 years and older are counted as adults.
Special Notes
- Bring appropriate clothing for the season
- Bring a hat and sunscreen
- Bring comfortable clothing and footwear for walking
- Have a sense of fun and adventure
