Hoa Lu, Mua Cave and Trang An Small-Group Boat Tour Small Group with Meeting Point
ID: GYG336401-O-599541
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Take a day-trip from Hanoi and see the highlights of Ninh Binh province. Visit Hoa Lu temple, hike to Mua Cave, take a boat trip to Trang An complex, and enjoy a folk music show in a traditional house.
Depart from Hanoi in the early morning and take a short 15-minute break along the way to Ninh Binh province. Your first stop is Hoa Lu where you'll have almost an hour to listen to interesting historical stories about King Dinh and Le. Afterward, go to Mua Cave and challenge yourself with a 500-step hike up Dragon Mountain. Enjoy the great panoramic view of Tam Coc River and rice fields from the top of Dragon Moutain.
At approximately 12:00 PM, stop for lunch and have the opportunity to try local specialty dishes at a quiet restaurant in the Trang An area. After lunch head out to the most popular attraction in Ninh Binh, the Trang An Grottoes. Take a 2-hour rowboat trip to visit the cave complex which includes Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, and Thanh Truot. Ponder as you float through the mysterious, yet alluring landscape, and admire the scenery of mountains and rivers.
From your boating trip, travel to a local house to watch a Vietnamese folk music show performed by talented artists, playing traditional instruments like the monochord Dan Bau, the two-stringed Dan Nhi, and Dan Day flute. Get to know more about the spiritual life of the Vietnamese during a sunset party with fruit, green tea, and some traditional candy. Head back to Hanoi in the late afternoon where your tour will conclude at approximately 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
Highlights
- Visit a historic ancient capital Hoa Lu
- Take a scenic boat ride to the Trang An Eco Complex
- Challenge yourself with a 500-step hike to Mua Cave
- Enjoy a traditional folk music show at a local house
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Pick up and drop-off is only available for hotels in Old Quarter of Hanoi
• Guests staying in hotels outside of the Old Quarter should be at the meeting point (No 9 Hang Huong) at 7:30 AM
• Please advise the local partner of any special food requirements and dietary restrictions
• Guests may conclude their trip in Trang An/Ninh Binh
• Guests are recommended to bring hats, umbrellas, or raincoats since this tour includes many outdoor activities
• Guests are advised to wear shoes for hiking and warm jackets for bookings in December, January, and February
• Itinerary is subject to change due to the weather
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
The meeting point is at 9 Hang Huong at 7:30 Am.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
