Explore and cycle to Mua Cave from Hanoi
Activity: Cycling, Sightseeing, Countryside Tours
Languages spoken: English
Duration: 8 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate
Good to know: You can only buy this activity for 20 persons at a time. If you require more places, kindly place more orders.
- Available in 2 days
Highlights
- Cycle around the lush landscape of the Ninh Binh province
- Explore Mua Caves which are steeped in Vietnamese folk lore
- Climb to the top of Hang Mua for breathtaking panoramic views of the countryside
All about the trip
Hoa Lu – Tam Coc destination is one of the famous places of Ninh Binh. It's about 110 km from Hanoi, this is a cultural and historical destination combined with natural beauty scenic landscapes. Visiting Hoa Lu you will have the opportunity to explore the mausoleum, temples, worshipers praising the King of Vietnam, release souls into the natural scenery in Tam Coc caves. This is a beautiful picture combined with natural beauty and rural countryside make you have a memorable experience when participating in the program Hoa Lu Tam Coc full day. Just 110 km and 2.5 hours driving from Hanoi center, you have a chance to enjoy the landscape in one of the most famous tourist province in the north of Vietnam. Most of backpacker choose Ninhbinh as a stop-over for the trip through Vietnam.
Hoa Lu - Tam Coc is a perfect combination for a day trip to learn about a dark period when Vietnam was conquested by Northern Invader. Hoa Lu is a sacred land with two temples worshiping those kings in the 10th century who gave great contributions to the nation. Next, you'll take a boat trip along the Ngo Dong River to enjoy landscape in Tam Coc. You will know why it's named Halong Bay on Land!
The tour will begin by, heading to the Ninh Binh province from Hanoi. Once arriving at Tam Coc, you'll have a quick break at a local restaurant before preparing your bicycle for the bike ride to Hang Mua and Mua caves. Once you reach Hang Mua you will climb about 500 steps to the top for lovely panoramic views! After this, you'll cycle the back of the restaurant for lunch. Next, you'll take a Sampan boat trip through the caves and by the countryside. After the boat has docked, we'll explore the surrounding area before visiting the temple of King Dinh and King Le. After this, you can relax in the car as we take you back to Hanoi City!
Hoa Lư DistrictWhat is included in the price
- Water
- Buffet lunch
- Entrance fees
- Boat trip in Tam Coc
- English speaking guide
- Roundtrip hotel transfer
What is not included in the price
- Travel insurance
- Drinks with meals
- Personal expenses
Please for your comfort, only attend this tour if you know how to ride a bike and are comfortable climbing 500+ steps. Also, to enter the temples, you must cover your shoulders and all tattoos.
Instructions
We recommend bringing extra water, especially in the summer months
Please note, after the boat trip, it is customary to tip $1 or $2 USD for their hard work
Also, please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions (veggie or vegan) before your departure date
If you travel on the Lunar New Year (Saturday, January 25, 2020) there will be an extra $5 USD surcharge
This activity is organised by Silk Plus Travel, No.7, 488 Alley, Ngoc Hoi Street, Hanoi, Vietnam, +84 35 919 3139, sales@silkplustravel.com.
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Contact
Do you have a question or need more information about the activity?
You can reach our European office between 9am and 5pm CET on weekdays and between 11am and 5pm on weekends and holidays.
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