Discover Vietnam’s culture, cuisine, and stunning landscapes on a 10-day tour from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Cruise Halong Bay, explore Hue, and savor street food.
Discover Vietnam’s culture, cuisine, and stunning landscapes on a 10-day tour from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Cruise Halong Bay, explore Hue, and savor street food.
Day 1: Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave (L/D)
Hanoi - 07:25 – 08:00: Be greeted by our welcoming guide and 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: Take a short 15-20 minute break to unwind.
10:15: Explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968…
Day 1: Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave (L/D)
Hanoi - 07:25 – 08:00: Be greeted by our welcoming guide and 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: Take a short 15-20 minute break to unwind.
10:15: Explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Gain insights into Vietnamese history during the feudal era under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
Enjoy a cycling tour around the village to sightsee and experience local life.
12:00: Enjoy a buffet lunch at Ninh Binh Excursion Restaurant, styled with five-star elegance, 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 through Tam Coc. Be enchanted by the picturesque scenery featuring paddy fields, rivers, clouds, sky, and an impressive cave system. This area is often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land.”
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 for a breathtaking panoramic view of Tam Coc. Enjoy the fresh air and the beautiful lotus paddy field nearby, especially during summer.
17:00: Check into the Bungalow/Hotel and enjoy free time to relax (swimming pool available in summer).
19:00: Dine at the bungalow/hotel and take a leisurely walk around Tam Coc.
Overnight 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: Meet 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 savor 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: Proceed to Thung Nham Bird Valley. Board a small sampan to explore Hang But (Buddhist Cave), approximately 500 meters long, showcasing stunning stalactites and stalagmites, and view a large Buddha-shaped stalactite beside an underground river. Visit a tropical fruit orchard in the area.
The afternoon is ideal for visiting the bird park. Sit quietly on a boat and gently paddle through Thung Chim (Thung Nham), observing over 4,000 birds from 40 species that inhabit the area daily. Capture beautiful photos and immerse yourself in the natural surroundings.
Hanoi - 16:00: Board the bus to return to Hanoi.
18:30: Arrive at your 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…
- 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.
- 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…
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
