Hoa Lư Tam Coc & Mua Cave full day Including Buffets Lunch
Overview
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10 hours
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Visit Hoa Lu and Tam Coc and learn more about the northern Vietnamese countryside, history, and culture on a full-day tour. Hoa Lu is an ancient capital, and Tam Coc, which means “3 caves,” features karst formations and caves you’ll explore by boat.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Be sure to bring sunglasses, sun cream, and your camera. You’ll also need shoes and short trousers for the cycling part of the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Complimentary bottles of water on the bus
Biking from Tam Coc to Bich Dong
Round-trip transport between Hanoi and Hoa Lu/Tam Coc
Pick-up and drop off at your accommodation in Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Buffets lunch featuring Vietnamese cuisine
English-speaking tour guide during the trip
Boat trip on the Ngo Dong River
Beverages
Pick-up and drop off outside Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
7h10 to 7h35 pick up at your hotel then depart to Ninh Binh on the way you can see the picture of rural in VietNam with fertilizer green fields,buffalos are eating grass,ducks are swimming…..10h30 arrive Hoa Lu that is the first capital of VietNam in 10th century. The guide will take you to inside Dinh’s Temple and Le King’s Temple (worship Le King) where you can have more understanding about our history.11h30 get on bus to Tam Coc,then have luch with special Vietnamese foods.14h00 get on small boat for visiting Tam Coc about two hours and haft.The local people will take you to discover beauty of landscape where is called “Ha Long Bay On Land” and sightseeing two green rice fields with great lime stones and wonderful caves. Finish visting by small boat you have about 30 minutes for shopping at some embroidery shop where they sell handcraft goods or relaxing and discover the daily life of local people 16h30- 17h00 get on bus to come back Ha Noi 19h00 – 19h30 Arrive Ha Noi
Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties
Explore Vietnam's ancient capital city, Hoa Lu, on an immersive 2 hour adventure Take stunning photos on the Tam Coc river voyage – a true treat for budding nature photographers Discover the full diversity of Vietnamese natural landscapes as you pass through limestone karsts and stone caves Visit the temples of Dinh and Le dynasties and explore ancient relics remaining from when Hoa Lu was the country’s capital Enjoy convenient roundtrip hotel transfers from Hanoi and the services of an informative guide
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Hoa Lư Tam Coc & Mua Cave full day Including Buffets Lunch
Pickup included
Reviews
144 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide. Best attractive destination!
ninajW5651LF,
Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Hana had provided us with an authentic experience, knowledgeable and structured tour. The family and I truly enjoyed our time. She was kind, knowledgeable, respectful and fun. Also not to mention the driver was also very good and helpful too! We enjoyed our time on the tour. Well worth it as you could easily spend ours at 1 location whereas if there's structure you can see multiple sites in the day this tour.Great trip ever
I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to explore the natural beauty and history of the erea.
kemadg,
Oct 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour began at Hoa Lu Temple, where i had the chance to explore both the ancient temple dedicated toKing Dinh and the newer one honoring King Le. Before lunch, we went on a relaxing bike ride through a charming village and peaceful lotus flies, which made me feel completely connected to the local culture. Then, we arrived at the beautiful Tam Coc River, surrounded by rice paddies, and enjoyed a serene 1.5-hour boat ride, often called “Ha Long Bay on land”. What made this tour truly special for me was the perfect blend of adventure, history, and stunning scenery. Our guide was so passionate and knowledgeable about the area’s history, which really added depth to the experience. Hiking up to the dragon statues was challenging, but the breathtaking view at the top made it all worth it. I even tried rowing the boat, and while it seemed simple at first, it was much harder than I expected! Lunch was decent, though drinks weren’t included, but honestly, that didn’t take away from the overall experience. I loved every moment of this tour and would recommend it to anyone looking to discover the beauty and culture of Vietnam in a meaningful way.
Had a wonderful and amazing time exploring Hoa Lu, Tam Coc
alulag2024,
Oct 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide brought incredible energy and knowledge, making the entire experience both fun and informative. He had a great sense of humor, spoke fluent English and Japanese, and ensured we stayed sate and together throughout the tour. On our way to Tam Coc, he gave a fascinating overview of Vietnam’s landscape. I loved learning about the difference between temples and pagodas in Vietnam, as well as the rich history of Hoa Lu, the ancient capital during the 10th and 11th centuries. The heat and humidity in September were intense. Despite the hot weather, he offered flexible options for exploring Caves, making sure everyone was comfortable. The peaceful boat ride through Tam Coc was a highlight, and he even shared an edited video of our trip, which was a wonderful surprise memories we’ll cherish forever. This tour is perfect for anyone who loves history, nature, and great company!
Wonderful tour ,very worth it
180hi un,
Aug 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great services.excellent tour.Very organized tour in Ning Binh. Our guide, Tim, was very knowledgeable and has shared the history and culture of Vietnam. He is enthusiastic, outgoing, and a good communicator. The modern bus was clean and comfortable. It was raining during our tour but it was still a pleasant experience highly recommended.
Highly recommended, Excellent guide
charlesgL6502XY,
Aug 26, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect trip Hoa Lu tam coc mua cave .The excursion is totally recommended. They picked us up on time in a very comfortable bus. The guide was very attentive and friendly and he involved us a lot when he explained the information to us. The views and places to visit are incredible. Of course, I recommend that you bring a hat or umbrella for a time on the river boat , many thanks.
Great time with my friends. Tam Coc is amazing!
amberjT809EQ,
Jul 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was great guide nice and friendly and on time . Boat ride was nice !! The view in the boat around green mountains is beautiful and amazing. Feelers very long and boring in the end . Hard to sit in hard surfaces. There’s bicycle tour but you can do it if you can land is very old in the village
Amazing 1 day tour , perfect arrangement
chalermpolt2014,
Nov 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tam Coc is one of amazing program in our trip to Hanoi , the tour operator arrange our trip smoothly. Besides Ninh Binh and Tam Coc , they also organize us the Halong bay cruise and also pick up and transfer from Hanoi airport. All the program is perfect.
It was an amazing day,...
Rossella C,
Nov 3, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing day, beautiful landscapes and experiences. Our guide has been fantastic all day long, very polite, funny and polite, even with some of participants that were not very respectful
An afternoon on the river.
Charles Y,
Oct 31, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00A day well spent with the highlight being the the afternoon boat ride. Stunning scenery all around. Excellent lunch as well as time for bicycling along the river. Highly recommend.
Best service in years
613 smailg,
Sep 30, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour to the Hoa Lu and tam Coc went better than what we expected and we had high expectations. Service was top notch and they took care of any problem we had during our trip. Highly recommend for your plans.
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