7.30 – 8.00 AM: Pick up at your hotel in the Old Quarter between 7.30 – 8.00 AM, then we leave the bustling Hanoi to the south by our luxury and comfortable van.
8.00 – 10.00 AM: 2-hour transfer. Our tour guide will share insightful information about Vietnam, including its history, culture, and people.
10.00 AM: Arrive in Tam Coc, where your journey begins with the highlight of the Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Bich Dong tour: full day. Enjoy a peaceful 1.5-hour boat trip along the Ngo Dong River, passing through three mysterious caves while admiring the stunning scenery of rice paddies and towering limestone mountains.
11.30 AM: Arrive at Thanh Pier for a short walk to visit Thai Vi Temple, one of the most well-known temples in Ninh Binh. Continue a 10-minute walk through valleys, rice fields, and lotus ponds to Tam Coc Nature Lodge for a relaxing break and a Vietnamese set menu lunch.
1.30 PM: Experience local life by trying fishing in the pond or river.
2.00 – 3.00 PM: Cycle to Thung Nang, riding along rivers, rice fields, and lotus ponds. Continue to Dan Khe Trong village to discover authentic rural life in Northern Vietnam.
3.00 PM: Transfer by limousine to visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel, built in the 10th century, including temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le.
4.00 PM: Check in at your homestay or hotel in Ninh Binh. Overnight in Ninh Binh.