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Trip overview
A two day program that takes you through stunning natural scenery, cultural historical cities and introduces you to the intense flavors of Vietnamese food. The landscape around Hoa Lu and Tam Coc is particularly stunning with the 2 hour drive from Hanoi to Hoa Lu exposing the rural countryside of Northern Vietnam. In Hoa Lu you will explore the temples dedicated to Emporer Dinh Tien Hoang of the Dinh Dynasty and Emporer Le Dai Hanh of the Le Dynasty. After learning about the history of the area through its stunning architecture we travel to Tam Coc.
Enjoy sumptuous Vietnamese food in Tam Coc and don't forget your camera to take pictures of local villages and the stunning landscapes. Board a sampan boat and cruise through the water, passing majestic limestone karsts the jut upright out of the water, creating a dramatic and mesmerizing landscape. For the adventure seekers it is possible to end the day by climbing up Bich Dong Pagoda on the nearby Ngu Nhac Mountain. This pagoda is comprised of three structures dating to 1428: Ha, Trung, and Thuong Pagodas, in ascending order.
Your final day is spent onboard a junk boat cruising around the spectacular limestone islands of Halong Bay's breathtaking waters. Dine on fresh seafood as you admire the panoramic views from your boat. In the afternoon your boat will return to Halong City where a vehicle awaits to transport you back to Hanoi.
Trip overview
A two day program that takes you through stunning natural scenery, cultural historical cities and introduces you to the intense flavors of Vietnamese food. The landscape around Hoa Lu and Tam Coc is particularly stunning with the 2 hour drive from Hanoi to Hoa Lu exposing the rural countryside of Northern Vietnam. In Hoa Lu you will explore the temples dedicated to Emporer Dinh Tien Hoang of the Dinh Dynasty and Emporer Le Dai Hanh of the Le Dynasty. After learning about the history of the area through its stunning architecture we travel to Tam Coc.
Enjoy sumptuous Vietnamese food in Tam Coc and don't forget your camera to take pictures of local villages and the stunning landscapes. Board a sampan boat and cruise through the water, passing majestic limestone karsts the jut upright out of the water, creating a dramatic and mesmerizing landscape. For the adventure seekers it is possible to end the day by climbing up Bich Dong Pagoda on the nearby Ngu Nhac Mountain. This pagoda is comprised of three structures dating to 1428: Ha, Trung, and Thuong Pagodas, in ascending order.
Your final day is spent onboard a junk boat cruising around the spectacular limestone islands of Halong Bay's breathtaking waters. Dine on fresh seafood as you admire the panoramic views from your boat. In the afternoon your boat will return to Halong City where a vehicle awaits to transport you back to Hanoi.
Trip Inclusion
- Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast
- Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
- Expert English or French speaking guide (for other languages supplements apply)
- Tours as mentioned and air-conditioned transfers
- Single entry sightseeing and permit fees during guided times
- Boat cruises, train ticket and rides while on tour if any
- Service charges and government VAT tax
Trip Inclusion
- Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast
- Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
- Expert English or French speaking guide (for other languages supplements apply)
- Tours as mentioned and air-conditioned transfers
- Single entry sightseeing and permit fees during guided times
- Boat cruises, train ticket and rides while on tour if any
- Service charges and government VAT tax
Trip Exclusions
- Other meals that not mentioned
- Other services not mentioned
- International and domestic Flights
- Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature
- Tips, Travel insurance
- Visa arrangement & Visa stamp at international gate
- Drink & Beverage in meals
Trip Exclusions
- Other meals that not mentioned
- Other services not mentioned
- International and domestic Flights
- Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature
- Tips, Travel insurance
- Visa arrangement & Visa stamp at international gate
- Drink & Beverage in meals
Advisory
We pride our TOUR MAP selves in creating personalized travel experiences that suit all your preferences and needs.With this tour you can
- Choose your own departure date
- Select the comfort level of accommodation
- Adjust activities to cater to special interests
- Modify any aspect of the tour as needed
Advisory
We pride our TOUR MAP selves in creating personalized travel experiences that suit all your preferences and needs.With this tour you can
- Choose your own departure date
- Select the comfort level of accommodation
- Adjust activities to cater to special interests
- Modify any aspect of the tour as needed
Tour itinerary
This program takes you to the beautiful ancient capital of Vietnam, Hoa Lu; to Tam Coc, for a sampan cruise through picturesque landscapes; and to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Halong Bay, with its stunning limestone outcrops scattered in an emerald sea.
Depart your hotel early morning for the 2-hour drive through rural northern Vietnam to the site of Vietnam's first capital, Hoa Lu. Visit the temples dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang of the Dinh Dynasty (968-80), and Emperor Le Dai Hanh of the Le Dynasty (980-1009). The ancient Hoa Lu Citadel, most of which has since been destroyed, once covered an area of three square kilometers.
Afterwards, if time permits, take a half-hour walk up one of the surrounding limestone karst hills. The climb is rewarding with spectacular views.
Next, travel to Tam Coc, for a Vietnamese lunch. Stop en route to take photographs of local villages and the stunning landscape.
After lunch board your private sampan* (see options for Tam Coc sampan trip below). As the boat gently slices through the water, notice the enormous limestone karsts jutting out from the green rice fields giving rise to this area’s other name, 'Halong on Land'.
If you feel adventurous, climb up to Bich Dong Pagoda on nearby Ngu Nhac Mountain. This pagoda is comprised of three structures dating to 1428: Ha, Trung, and Thuong Pagodas, in ascending order.
*Option 1: Trang An
Situated near Tam Coc, Trang An is a nature reserve similar to Tam Coc however less visited. Limestone hills surround a peaceful river which passes through a series of caves (one which takes 15-minutes to pass through in darkness). An ‘eco-tourism’ area, the only interruptions here are the sound of birds and the gentle paddle of the oar upon the crystal clear river.
*Option 2: Thung Nang
Similar to Tam Coc though not as spectacular, Thung Nang is off the tourist trail and a pleasant alternative. Pass through a cave, fields of lotus (in summer) and reach a quaint pagoda before returning on the same route.
Note: Please be aware that some women on boats may try to sell local products to tourists. Guests should refer to their guide if this situation makes them uncomfortable.
The rest of the day is your free time at leisure.
Overnight in Ninh Binh
Hanoi to Ninh Binh (110km):2hrs
This early morning you will transfer by road from Ninh Binh to Halong Bay.
Arrive at the pier in Halong Bay towards noon and proceed with check-in formalities for your overnight cruise. After your welcome onboard, a lunch will be served while cruising towards the bay itself. In the afternoon, enjoy some visits and/or activities (depending on each boat’s itinerary) or just spend some time relaxing on-board. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Dinner is served on board.
Overnight on Halong Bay.
From your chosen hotel in Ninh Binh to Halong Bay (160km): approx. 4hrs
Enjoy your fresh morning in the middle of the bay, the sun rises on Halong in the morning and breakfast is served (brunch on some boats) while the vessels cruises slowly through the magnificent rock formations and back towards port. Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi or Haiphong.
Note: This tour may be subject to change depending on weather conditions.
From Halong Bay to Hanoi (160km): approx. 4hrs
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