07:15 – 07:30 | Pickup in Hanoi
Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or the designated meeting point. Depart for Ninh Binh Province, located approximately 100 kilometers south of Hanoi.
During the journey, enjoy the changing scenery from the bustling city to the peaceful countryside of Northern Vietnam.
09:20 | Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Early Le dynasties in the 10th century.
Visit the Temple of King Dinh Tien Hoang and learn about the history of Vietnam’s first feudal state. Surrounded by limestone mountains and beautiful landscapes, Hoa Lu remains an important historical and cultural destination.
11:00 | Explore Mua Cave and Dragon Mountain
Continue to Mua Cave, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Ninh Binh. Climb approximately 500 stone steps to the summit of Dragon Mountain.
From the top, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Tam Coc’s rice fields, winding rivers, and limestone mountains. This is considered one of the most impressive viewpoints in Northern Vietnam and offers excellent opportunities for photography.
12:30 | Lunch Break
Enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense). Visitors can choose from a variety of local specialties and Vietnamese dishes.
01:30 PM | Tam Coc Sampan Boat Ride
Board a traditional rowing boat and begin a peaceful journey along the Ngo Dong River through the stunning landscape of Tam Coc.
The boat ride passes through three natural caves:
Hang Ca (First Cave)
Hang Hai (Second Cave)
Hang Ba (Third Cave)
Admire the impressive limestone formations, tranquil waterways, and picturesque rice fields that have earned Tam Coc the nickname “Halong Bay on land.”
03:30 PM | Cycling to Bich Dong Pagoda
After the boat trip, enjoy a leisurely bicycle ride through the peaceful countryside. Cycle along village roads, passing rice paddies, local homes, and beautiful rural landscapes on the way to Bich Dong Pagoda.
04:00 PM | Visit Bich Dong Pagoda
Explore the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda, originally built in 1428. Nestled against a limestone mountain, the pagoda consists of three separate temples: Ha Pagoda, Trung Pagoda, and Thuong Pagoda.
The peaceful setting, ancient architecture, and natural surroundings make Bich Dong one of the most beautiful pagodas in Ninh Binh.
04:45 PM | Return to Hanoi
Depart Ninh Binh and begin the journey back to Hanoi.
07:00 PM | Arrive in Hanoi
Arrive in Hanoi and transfer back to your hotel or designated drop-off point, concluding a memorable day exploring the cultural and natural treasures of Ninh Binh.