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Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, visit the incense-making village of Quang Phu Cau, and enjoy a rowboat trip through Trang An. Climb to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain for stunning views.

Highlights

• Discover the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and visit the Temple of Dinh King
• Explore the vibrant incense-making village of Quang Phu Cau
• Enjoy a scenic rowboat trip through the caves and limestone formations of Trang An
• Climb 500 steps to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain for panoramic views
• Savor a delicious buffet lunch with Ninh Binh food specialties

Description

Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Head to Quang Phu Cau, a quintessential Vietnamese village renowned for its craft of incense-making. Upon arrival, be struck by the sight of incense bundles strewn along pathways, temple courtyards, and vacant plots of land. Notably, these bundles boast a variety of vibrant colors, predominantly red, lending the landscape an enchanting, colorful allure. Next, visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from the years 968 to 1010. Visit the Temple of Dinh King and Le King and learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties. Then, join a 30-minute optional cycling activity to discover the life of the local people, or stay and relax at the restaurant and enjoy some sightseeing to capture some beautiful moments at the lake, the waterfall, and the valleys. Enjoy a buffet lunch with Ninh Binh food specialties in a private dining area; a vegetarian option is also available. Continue your trip to Trang An, famous for its majestic natural landscape, including mountains, rivers, and caves. Trang An is also an attractive eco-tourism area, attracting domestic and foreign tourists with many activities to visit, explore, and experience culture and history. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014, offering a 1.5-hour rowboat trip through a network of mystical caves and stunning limestone formations. This site was featured in the 2016 Hollywood movie 'Kong: Skull Island'. Finally, visit Mua Cave and climb the 500 steps to reach the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, overlooking the amazing views of the city and Tam Coc below.

Includes

Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter Visit to Quang Phu Cau village Visit to Hoa Lu ancient capital Visit to Temple of Dinh King and Le King Optional cycling activity Lunch buffet with vegetarian option Visit to Trang An with rowboat trip Visit to Mua Cave and climb to Ngoa Long Mountain

Important Information

• The tour involves climbing 500 steps at Mua Cave, which may not be suitable for people with mobility impairments or vertigo. The tour includes a rowboat trip through caves, which may not be suitable for people with claustrophobia.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund