Trang An and Hoa Lu temple full day tour

7:30 - 8:00 AM; You will be picked up by our tour guide and driver at your hotel in Hanoi. The drive through the Red River Delta to Ninh Binh Vietnam takes you about 2,5 hours. Upon arrival at Trang An boat operation station, you will get on a small sampan boat and enjoy 3 hour row on a little river which goes through many small limestone caves. This is a very interesting discovery! The scenery is spectacular as you are rowing in between the towering karst formations of this newly recognized Unesco’s heritage. After the row, your lunch is served at a local restaurant where you will enjoy a Vietnamese meal with the local specialties.

Hoa Lu was chosen as the capital of the nation in the tenth century. The heart of the ancient Vietnam surrounded by steep rock mountains lasted for 41 years before it was moved to Thang Long (Today Hanoi). Visiting the area, you are not able to view the royal palaces which is described amazingly in Vietnamese history but the interesting temples which were erected by the locals many years ago. This is where the locals pay homage to the country founders. Here, you will be told an interesting story about the royal family and the fortune of Hoa Lu ancient capital. This piece of Vietnam history will surely make your day more interesting.

About 3.30 PM, you will get back on the minivan and make the way to Hanoi. Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi, end of service.

Price: US$50/pax

Included:
Private air-conditioned transportation, Private English speaking tour guide, Sightseeing and boat tickets, Vietnamese lunch, Bottled water on the vehicle

Excluded:
Travel insurance, Drinks and other meals, Tips and gratuities, Personal expenses and others not mentioned clearly above.