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Hoa Lu - Tam Coc: A Cultural Odyssey through Incense Villages

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  • Time: Full day
  • Origin: Ha Noi (HAN_N019: TAM COC HOA LU)
  • Validity: Jan 1st, 2025 - June 30th, 2025
  • Transport: Van
  • Destination: Ha Noi, Ninh Binh
  • Minimum number of guests: 6
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Highlights

This tour with cultural and scenic experiences, allowing you to enjoy both the historical sites and natural beauty of the area in one day. 

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Itinerary

8:00 . Pick-up

Tour with guide

Pick up from your hotel (in old quarter of HaNoi) Bound for Tam Coc usually takes around 2-2.5 hours.

10:00 . Arrive in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Tour with guide

Visit the Temple of King Dinh (King Dinh Tien Hoang), dedicated to the founder of the Dinh dynasty. Visit the Temple of King Le (Le Dai Hanh), which honors King Le Dai Hanh, the leader who helped unite the country. Explore the surrounding countryside with its limestone mountains and rice paddies.

11:00 . Visit Incense Village (Thon Lai Khe Village)

Tour with guide

Incense Village is a traditional village known for producing incense. It’s located near Hoa Lu and is a great place to experience local culture and crafts. Visit the local incense workshops and learn how the incense sticks are made by hand. Talk to the villagers about their history and role in the incense industry.

12:30 . Lunch

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Restaurant offering local specialties of area. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch and relax.

14:00 . Tam Coc Boat Ride

Tour with guide

Take a traditional bamboo boat ride through the caves, called Tam Coc (which means "three caves"). The boat ride is serene and beautiful, passing through rice fields and caves.

16:00 . Explore Bich Dong Pagoda

Tour with guide

Walk up to the pagoda and enjoy the view over Tam Coc. Explore the peaceful atmosphere of this ancient pagoda, which is nestled into the limestone mountainside.

17:00 . Head Back to Hanoi

Tour with guide

Arrive in HaNoi and drop off at your hotel. End of services.

What to Expect

Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, rich in history and culture.  

Visit the Dinh & Le Temples, dedicated to the great kings of Vietnam.  

Marvel at the stunning landscapes of Tam Coc, often called “Ha Long Bay on land.”  

Discover the serene beauty of Bich Dong Pagoda, nestled in a picturesque mountain setting.  

Term & conditions

Tour inclusive:
V.A.T and service charge.
Air-conditioned transfer (group-joining).
English-speaking guide.
Admission fees as specified in the itinerary.

Lunch without Beverage
Drinking water.

Tour exclusive:
Travel insurance.
Personal expenses and other services unspecified as above.

Tour price for children:
Children from 1 month to 5 years old: free of charge.
Children from 6 years to 10 years old: 80% of adult’s price.
Children from 11 years old: 100% of adult’s price.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation charge will be applied if cancellation notice made:
- After booking confirmation: 10% of the tour fare.
- Within 24 hours before departure time: 40% of the tour fare.
- Last-minute or no-show: 100% of the tour fare.