Hoa Lu Tam Coc 1 day

Leave the bustle of Hanoi and explore Vietnam’s history and natural beauty at Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s 10^th century capital, and Tam Coc, the “Halong Bay on land.” Spend the morning visiting the now sleepy village of Hoa Lu with its well preserved temples dedicated to 10^th century emperors. Explore the caves and karsts with at sampan boat tour of the mystical Tam Coc. This one-day tour is a great way to explore more of Vietnam’s rich history and wondrous natural beauty.

Tour Name: Hoa Lu & Tam Coc 1 Day
Duration: 10 hours (08:30a.m-06:30p.m)
Type of Tour: Private
Tour grading: Regular itinerary, moderate walking
Destinations: Hoa Lu & Tam Coc  

Highlights:

• Enjoy a private, air-conditioned vehicle for transport to and from Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Hanoi
• Marvel at the otherworldly beauty of the limestone karsts at Tam Coc
• Benefit from the knowledge of our local guides
• Explore Vietnam’s imperial past at Hoa Lu, the country’s 10^th century capital

At 8:30 am our guide will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to Hoa Lu in one of our comfortable air-conditioned vehicles. Arriving at Hoa Lu around 10:00 am, you will explore the village that was once the capital of Vietnam during the 10th century. During its glory days, Hoa Lu covered 3 square kilometres and was enclosed in an inner and outer citadel. Though the citadels no longer stand, Hoa Lu is home to a number of well-preserved temples dedicated to emperors of that era. These temples include the Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh Temples each dedicated to emperors of the same names.

From Hoa Lu, it’s a short drive to Tam Coc. The “Halong Bay on land” is located in the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arriving around 11:30 am you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before taking a two-hour sampan boat tour to explore the caves and outstanding cave waterscape of the Ngo Dong River. The cruise takes you along the streams between the impressive limestone karsts and into the many caves. From your boat, you can take in the otherworldly worldly beauty of this area. Your cruise ends at 3 pm, leaving time for you to explore the local village by bicycle before heading back to Hanoi at 4 pm. You’ll return to Hanoi around 6:30 pm and be dropped back off at your hotel.