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Tam Coc Valley Tour: Sampan Ride, Biking, and Hiking
4.3
8 Ratings
Hoa Lu District
Enjoy a relaxing Sampan ride to ‘Tam Coc - Halong Bay on land’, making your way through tunnels and getting a glimpse of the local lifestyle along the Ngo Dong river. Cycle via the rice fields and understand the art of rice cultivation. Trek to the mountain peak in Mua cave to behold the breathtaking panorama of the Tam Coc valley.
Enjoy a relaxing Sampan ride to ‘Tam Coc - Halong Bay on land’, making your way through tunnels and getting a glimpse of the local lifestyle along the Ngo Dong river. Cycle via the rice fields and understand the art of rice cultivation. Trek to the mountain peak in Mua cave to behold the breathtaking panorama of the Tam Coc valley.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Hoa Lu District - 07:00 – 08:30: The tour guide and driver will pick up guests from their hotel or accommodation in Hanoi’s old quarter and head towards Ninh Binh province.
09:15: Enjoy a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax.
10:30: Upon arrival at the ancient capital, explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. This visit…
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Hoa Lu District - 07:00 – 08:30: The tour guide and driver will pick up guests from their hotel or accommodation in Hanoi’s old quarter and head towards Ninh Binh province.
09:15: Enjoy a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax.
10:30: Upon arrival at the ancient capital, explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. This visit offers an opportunity to learn about Vietnamese history during the feudal system under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties, as well as gain insight into traditional architecture. - Mua Caves - Return to the bus and proceed to Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Climb nearly 500 steps to reach the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain, where a breathtaking panoramic view of Tam Coc awaits. Upon reaching the top of Mua Cave, enjoy a stunning view of Tam Coc valley and the countryside, perfect for capturing beautiful photos.
- Tam Coc - 11:45: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant featuring a variety of local dishes such as goat meat and fried rice. Vegetarian options are always available.
After lunch, the tour guide will lead a visit to Tam Coc with a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride. During the boat trip, be captivated by the enchanting beauty of the area, with its paddy fields, river, water, clouds, sky, and impressive cave system, often referred to by Vietnamese people as “Ha Long Bay on land.” Observe local farmers working in their rice fields along the Ngo Dong River. The fresh air and lush mountainous scenery provide a truly relaxing experience.
16:30: Board the bus to return to Hanoi.
18:30 – 19:00: Arrive back at the hotel in Hanoi’s old quarter. The trip concludes.
What's Included
- Bicycle ride through scenic trails
- Guided hike to Mua Cave summit
- Includes lunch
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Peaceful rowing boat trip in Tam Coc
- Hassle-free hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Comfortable air-conditioned bus transportation
- Complimentary water on the bus
- Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch
- Capture stunning views from the mountain top
- Bicycle ride through scenic trails
- Guided hike to Mua Cave summit
- Includes lunch
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Peaceful rowing boat trip in Tam Coc
- Hassle-free hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Comfortable air-conditioned bus transportation
- Complimentary water on the bus
- Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch
- Capture stunning views from the mountain top
What's Not Included
- All meals & beverages not specifically mentioned.
- Pick up and drop off outside Hanoi Old Quarter not included (additional charges may apply for pick up outside of Hanoi Old Quarter); for verification please contact info@vietnamrealtour.com
- Tips, Personal Expenses & those not clearly mentioned above
- Travel insurance.
- Visa application (where…
- All meals & beverages not specifically mentioned.
- Pick up and drop off outside Hanoi Old Quarter not included (additional charges may apply for pick up outside of Hanoi Old Quarter); for verification please contact info@vietnamrealtour.com
- Tips, Personal Expenses & those not clearly mentioned above
- Travel insurance.
- Visa application (where applicable) and personal travel documents are the sole responsibility of travelers.
Additional Information
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Hoa Lu District
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
4.3
(8 Ratings)
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Stephanie
Nov 18, 2023
Stellar!! Highly recommended! ,& Cheap Price:) - Not much I can say that I didn't like about this tour we started off the day with them picking us up right on time at our hotel very convenient. They actually came inside and had our names. Bus was top of the line comfortable, air conditioned not too cold tour guide was very informative. They gave us an opportunity to get souvenirs rest stops for restrooms drinks, snacks, and they were very forward on exactly what to expect at each portion of the excursion. The only takeaway would be clarity on where we're meeting after we are dispersed during the certain stages of the excursion. Boat ride was too extensive in time and the mountain climb was too little time. Between the two if they were to be balanced out this excursion would be completely, totally, and utterly amazing.
Make sure you bring enough vnd dollars with you ATM rates are 4% and you must be where of the pushy salesman that take your pictures. Make sure to haggle their price. Mind you they are not a part of the tour they are just local sellers.
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Bernibos
Nov 21, 2022
good morning vietnam - beautiful hike. a nice walk to get on the head of the dragon from where you can enjoy a fantastic view. many steps to do but it's worth it. even the cave at the base of the mountain is worth visiting but I recommend it when returning from the dragon.
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Lalala
Mar 7, 2019
Recommend the company and the tour - Manh很有耐心的聽我們的需求並提供相對的行程, 他的服務很好也給了我們不錯的價格.
在Mua cave爬山的時候, 導遊很細心有特別關心我媽媽 (60多歲) 的身體狀況. 雖然爬階梯很累, 但在山上看到的風景很值得. 午餐後我們在三谷遊船, 途中會經過三個天然石灰岩洞, 很特別也讓人放鬆. 我們對這次的旅程很滿意.
Manh is very helpful and patiently listen to our needs and introduce the tours. He provide the best service and pretty good price.
The tour guide paid extra attention to my mom's (over 60s) physical condition while we climb the Mua cave. It's tired to climb all those stairs but the view is amazing and worth the pain! After lunch, we took boat trip in Tam Coc which take about an hour and we go through 3 natural tunnels in the limestone, it is relaxing. We are very satisfied with this journey.
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Quest57462144924
Oct 9, 2025
Fun but tough trip - A mountain with a beautiful view! After a long trip with many steps you will be rewarded with a beautiful view all around. Very nice!
Frank out
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Sophie_h
Aug 4, 2024
Good trip - Was good trip with a good guide. Slightly too long in the temple and the boat trip was very long. The hike is tough but very good
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Chris_m
Jul 19, 2022
Ninh binh - Great tour viet our tour guide was friendly and helpful lunch was amazing followed by a relaxing 2 hour boat trip and to cap it off the 500 steps
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Lorraine90
Feb 10, 2019
Beautiful scenery but a rushed day. - My partner and I booked the cycling day trip to Ninh Bihn, Tam Coc and Mua Caves. The morning part was very nice, we visited the ancient capital. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the history. I learned alot and the scenery was beautiful. The boat ride at Tom Coc was very enjoyable and felt tranquil/relaxing. The fact that there were so many tourists because of the holiday didn't take away from it at all.
The day did feel very rushed however. when we arrived at the Mua Caves at about 3.10pm we were told we had just 50 minutes to go up and down and then we would have to leave. It was very busy on the climb which slowed things down and meant we only had time to go to one of the two peaks. There was no time to look around the grounds or markets around the Mua Caves. We also didn't get to go cycling at all, there was absolutely no time. It was disappointing as these were the aspects of the day I had been looking forward to most.
It was during the New Years holiday so I can understand that everything was much busier than usual. Plus some members of our tour needed to be back in Hanoi by a certain time which is obviously difficult at this time of year but it was disappointing to miss out completely on the cycling aspect.
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