Day 1: Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave (L/D)

Hanoi - 07:25 – 08:00: Guests will be picked up by our welcoming guide and then set off for Ninh Binh province.
Pickup time varies based on the location of guests in Hanoi Old Quarter/Opera House.

Ninh Binh - 09:15: Enjoy a short 15 – 20 minute break to unwind.
10:15: Explore Hoa Lư, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. This is an opportunity to delve into Vietnamese history during the feudal era under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
Here, guests can cycle around the village to sightsee and discover the local lifestyle.
12:00: Enjoy a buffet lunch at Ninh Binh Excursion Restaurant, designed in a 5-star style, offering a variety of local dishes such as goat meat, spring rolls, fish, chicken, fried rice, and vegetable salad. Vegetarian options are always available.

Ninh Binh - 13:30: Embark on a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride to visit Tam Coc. Be enchanted by the picturesque beauty of paddy fields, rivers, clouds, sky, and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. This area is often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land” by the Vietnamese.
15:30: Return to the Limousine Bus and head to Mua Cave (Dragon Peak). Climb nearly 500 steps to reach the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain and enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Tam Coc. Additionally, breathe in the fresh air at the nearby beautiful lotus paddy field, especially during summer.
17:00: Check into the Bungalow/Hotel and enjoy free time to relax (the swimming pool is available in summer).
19:00: Dinner at the bungalow/hotel followed by a leisurely walk around Tam Coc.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Bich Dong Pagoda, Thai Vi Temple – Thung Nham Bird Valley (B/L)

Bich Dong Pagoda - Enjoy breakfast at the Hotel/Bungalow and prepare for the day’s adventure.
09:00: Guests will be picked up by our friendly guide and cycle to visit Thai Vi Temple and Bich Dong Pagoda, known as the second most beautiful cave in Vietnam.

Thung Nham Bird Park - 11:30: Check out and have lunch at the restaurant, featuring a variety of local dishes such as goat meat, fish, spring rolls, and fried rice. Vegetarian options are always available.
14:00: Continue to Thung Nham Bird Valley. Board a small sampan to explore Hang But (Buddhist Cave), approximately 500 meters long, offering a magical view of stalactites and stalagmites, including a large Buddha-shaped stalactite beside an underground river. Visit an orchard of tropical fruits in the area.
The best time to visit the bird park is in the afternoon. Sit quietly on a boat and gently paddle through Thung Chim (Thung Nham), discovering the area’s highlights with over 4,000 birds from 40 species arriving daily. Capture beautiful photos and immerse yourself in the natural surroundings.

Hanoi - 16:00: Board the bus to return to Hanoi.
18:30: Arrive and be dropped off at the hotel in Hanoi.

• All airport pick up/drop off with private A/C cars
• 01 night on cruise in Ha Long Bay
• All domestic flights in Vietnam (Ha Noi – Hue, Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh)
• 8 nights hotel during Vietnam trip
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Life jacket, raincoat
• Ticket for Water Puppet Show
• Luco Travel’s gift
• Fruits, candy, coconut water
• All entrance fees as mentioned
• Sharing a tourist bus and cruise in Ha Long Bay (private cabin)
• English speaking Tour Guide (Hanoi, Hue, Saigon)
• Mineral water & tissue
• Boat in Mekong Delta – Floating market
• Cooking class (on request)
• Bicycle tour in Mekong Delta

• Visa & international flights in and out the country
• Other services & meals than mentioned
• Tips, bank transfer fee if any.

Unlike hurried day trips, this overnight adventure offers the opportunity to genuinely unwind and engage with the natural and cultural splendor of Ninh Binh. Instead of just visiting Tam Coc, participants will stay overnight in its core, enveloped by limestone mountains, rice paddies, and tranquil village life.

This tour blends Vietnam’s ancient history at Hoa Lu, a leisurely cycling excursion through local villages, and a peaceful bamboo boat ride through caves and waterways often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land.” The highlight is at Hang Mua, where a brief climb provides one of the most iconic panoramic views in Northern Vietnam.

What truly distinguishes this tour is its balance: well-paced sightseeing, genuine local experiences, and ample free time to relax, swim, and enjoy a quiet evening in Tam Coc — something most one-day tours simply cannot provide.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.