Section 1: Morning Departure to Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel Temple

Our day commences at 7:30 AM as we board our plush Limousine bus, deliberately opting for an early start to align with the typical departure time of Hanoi-Ninh Binh tour buses around 8:00 AM. This early commencement enhances the overall tour experience. After a picturesque 2-hour drive, we arrive in Ninh Binh to initiate our exploration at the Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel Temple. This historical site hosts the 17th-century King Dinh and King Le Temple, providing a profound delve into its rich cultural heritage.

Section 2: Discovering Ninh Binh Countryside

Having immersed ourselves in the history of the ancient citadel temple, our adventure unfolds with an exhilarating bicycle tour. This mode of exploration proves to be the most immersive way to discover Ninh Binh’s cultural and natural treasures. Navigate through scenic backroads, meandering country lanes surrounded by towering limestone karsts. Traverse farms, villages, and rice terraces, with a highlight being a visit to the thousand-year-old Thai Vi limestone temple.

Section 3: Culinary Delights and Tam Coc Waterway Excursion

Following the captivating bicycle adventure, a delectable lunch awaits at a local home-hosted restaurant. The menu showcases authentic, mouthwatering options with a variety of choices, including vegetarian dishes. Post-lunch, our exploration continues with a Tam Coc boat ride, embarking on a two-hour journey through the river system of the Red River Delta. Cruise through local settlements and caverns, with vibrant rice fields and limestone karsts creating a stunning backdrop during the rice-growing seasons. This segment provides ample opportunities for photography enthusiasts within the group.

Section 4: Ascending Mua Mountain and Exploring Mua Cave

Concluding the river excursion, we transition to the next phase by ascending the impressive Great Wall of Mua mountain and exploring Mua Cave. Both vantage points offer breathtaking panoramic views of the Ngo Dong River and Tam Coc valley. Often likened to the Halong Bay of the land, Tam Coc’s surroundings are genuinely spectacular. Climbing the natural great wall of Mua Mountain and exploring Mua Cave provides an awe-inspiring perspective of the breathtaking landscape.