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Take a day trip to Hoa Lu, often referred to as ‘Halong Bay on Land’ due to its similar geological formations. Admire the landscape during a 2-hour boat ride and visit caves and temples. Round-trip coach service from Hanoi hotels plus lunch are included on this full-day tour.
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Duration: 8 to 9 hours
Starts: Hanoi, Vietnam
Trip Category: Walking & Biking Tours >> Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
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Take a day trip to Hoa Lu, often referred to as ‘Halong Bay on Land’ due to its similar geological formations. Admire the landscape during a 2-hour boat ride and visit caves and temples. Round-trip coach service from Hanoi hotels plus lunch are included on this full-day tour.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Tam Coc, Ninh Binh 430000 Vietnam
Depart in the morning from your hotel and head south for a 2-hour drive along Highway 1 to Hoa Lu, situated 62 miles (100 km) south of Hanoi. The capital city of Vietnam under the Dinh Dynasty between 968 and 1009 AD, Hoa Lu features a few sanctuaries that have survived the years and can still be seen today.
Spending 1 hour visiting the Dinh and Le tombs ( Ding and Le King Temples) with your guide before moving on to Tam Coc for a 2-hour boat trip on the Boi River. Apart from its historical interest, the area is one of astounding natural beauty with towering limestone peaks whose splendor is often said to surpass that of Halong Bay. The tour includes being rowed along the Ngo Dong River, which makes for a truly unforgettable experience. Along the way, visit caves and ancient temples.
After lunch, stop by the Thai Vi Temple and Bich Dong pagodas before making your way back to Hanoi by coach.
