Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group
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Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group is a 11-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $59 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $59 per person
1. With small group tour (max 8 passengers) from Hanoi, you enjoy beautiful ancient capital Hoa Lu and Tam Coc, featuring karst formations and caves. 2. The itinerary includes a sampan (wooden boat) ride along the river
What you get
- Bottled water
- Buffet Lunch in a local restaurant
- English speaking guide
- All entrance fee, bicycle ride
- Luxury limousine bus transfer round trip
- Boat trip on Ngo Dong River
About this experience
1. With small group tour (max 8 passengers) from Hanoi, you enjoy beautiful ancient capital Hoa Lu and Tam Coc, featuring karst formations and caves. 2. The itinerary includes a sampan (wooden boat) ride along the river, biking around Tam Coc. 3. This tour is for active travelers loving nature and discovery. 4. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle. 5. Enjoy a buffet lunch of Ninh Binh cuisine (included) 6. Door-to-door hotel pickup and and drop-off around Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Buffet Lunch in a local restaurant
- English speaking guide
- All entrance fee, bicycle ride
- Luxury limousine bus transfer round trip
- Boat trip on Ngo Dong River
Not included
- Drinks in lunch
- Tipping/ Gratuities
- Surcharge: Extra 10USD per person on the lunar New year festival: Feb 09,10,11,12,13 of 2024
What you'll see and do
Thang Long Water Puppet Theater
7:15am - 7:30 am Tour guide and car pick you up at your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter for the trip. (If you do not need a hotel pickup, please go here to join the tour group. PLEASE NOTE that this loaction is juts a meeting point, not a site for the visit). The start the trip to Ninh Binh. Enjoying the beautiful scenery of the rural areas on the way.
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Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
10:30 Visit Hoa Lu ancient Citadel with King Dinh Temple dating back to the 10th Century. The old capital has a variety of historical places for visitors to pay a trip. The attractions are temples, where people worship the Emperors and royal people that ruled here more than 1000 years ago. And nowadays Hoa Lu still keeps the remaining of ancients fortress built by Dinh dynasty more than 1000 years ago. The Imperial place lays under the ground for 3m and now become a very interesting place to visit. Then continue the tour with 30-minute biking in a rural village to discover the life of local people. Please notes that this short biking trip is just an extra activity (free of charge) to help you experience the peaceful rural landscapes, not a professional biking trip. If don't know how to bike then you can skip it (and instead you can walk around the area to take photos or just relax at the restaurant to wait for others while they are cycling).
60 minutes here · Admission included
12:30 Have buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice, rice crackers,... And also vegetarian foods are available in the buffet lunch.
60 minutes here
13:30 Then take sampan boat trip rowed by locals, gently sailing along Ngo Dong river, capturing the wonderful scenery of Karst hills, rice fields, and peaceful villages, and passing “Hang Ca”, “Hang Hai” and “Hang Ba”. All create a masterpiece of nature which Vietnamese people called “ Halong Bay on land”
120 minutes here · Admission included
Mua Caves
16:00 Arrive at Mua Cave and start an amazing hiking up to the top of Ngoa Long mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with precious view of the nature. Down a sleepy road between rice paddies, this cave (the name means 'Cave of Dance') is not terribly impressive, but there are panoramic views from the peak above. A stone staircase beside the cave entrance zigzags through the karst (beware the goat droppings) and it’s almost 500 steps to a simple altar to Quan Am (the Goddess of Mercy). Look west for the Ngo Dong River winding through Tam Coc. The climb is paved but steep in sections, so bring water and allow an hour return. Then get back to the bus to return Hanoi.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
19:30 Drop you off at your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem lake area. Trip ends.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
This meeting point is for those customers who do not require a hotel pickup or their hotel location is not located in Hanoi Old Quater. They need to be here at 7:40am to join the tour group.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
This meeting point is for those customers who do not require a hotel pickup or their hotel location is not located in Hanoi Old Quater. They need to be here at 7:40am to join the tour group.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- vi, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Hanoi Vip Transfer
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- For further information, please connect us Whats/App +84-982-804-399
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Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $59 to $69
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group cost?
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Prices start at $59 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 11-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hoa Lu -Tam Coc - Mua Cave Full Day From Hanoi Small Group start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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