Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Cuc Phuong National Park Tour
2 Days 1 Nights
Located in Ninh Binh province 100 km southeast of Hanoi, Hoa Lu and Tam Coc are two of the most picturesque spots in all of the north. For 41 years, from 968 to 1009 CE, Hoa Lu was the ancient capital of Vietnam. Nearby Tam Coc is often referred to as “Ha Long among the rice paddies.” Visitors are conveyed by rowboat along the peaceful Tam Coc stream past green fields and the feet of mountains into the mouths of caves, where they encounter new surprises, like stalactites and stalagmites that shimmer like gemstones just inches from the water.
The primitive tropical forest of Cuc Phuong has been attracting visitors since 1960. Cuc Phuong is famous for its rich animal and plant life and the dozens of ancient caves that can be found within the forest. The most interesting cave is, perhaps, Nguoi Xua or the cave of Ancient man where prehistoric stone – made tools have been found. Cuc Phuong National Park boasts some 2,000 distinct species of flora, including more than 50 varieties of orchids and giant impressive trees, some of which are over 1,000 years old. There are also 262 species of animals including reptiles, monkeys, flying squirrels and even wild horses make their home in park.
Day 1: Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc (Lunch, Dinner)
7.30 – 8.00: Our guide and driver pick you up at your hotel, departure for Hoa Lu – Tam Coc, enjoying the beautiful sceneries of the rural areas on the way
10.30: After arriving in Ninh Binh province, the guide takes you to visit Hoa Lu – the Ancient Royal capital of Viet Nam. We will visit Dinh king temple and Le king temple.
in the 10th century, finding out the heroic histories of this two Kings in Chinese Wars. After that, we go to Tam Coc (10 km far from Hoa Lu).
Have lunch at local restaurant.
After lunch you will get on bamboo boat – rowed by the local people – in Hoang Long river to visit Tam Coc (three caves) on the way. You pass through three enormous caves that provide a brief respite from the intense summer sun. It takes approximately two hours to go up and down the river and along the way, you witness local fisherfolk, village life along the river and, of course, the striking limestone karst formations that Tam Coc is famous for.
If you like to go biking, it is a good idea. You will have chance to visit real villages and amazing landscapes by bicycle about one hour (from Restaurant).
18.00: Check in the hotel and have dinner at Tam Coc.
Day 2: Tam Coc – Cuc Phuong National Park – Hanoi (Breakfast, Lunch)
7.00: Wake up and have breakfast with Vietnamese local food.
7.30: Depart to Cuc Phuong National Park – one of the most popular nature tourist destinations in Vietnam.
8.30: Arrive National park visit Endangered Primate Rescue Center. The primate center was established in 1993 with the help of the Frankfurt Zoological Society and has grown to 100 animals in 30 cages, 4 houses, two semi-wild enclosures.
11.30: Have lunch in Local restaurant.
After lunch, depart to the Park Centre, on the way visit the Cave of Early Man ( had over 7000 year), then you’ll start on a long trek through the forest to learn about the diverse flora and fauna of the park. You’ll also make stops at Cho Chi, tree thousand year.
15.00: Car pick up and transfer back to Hanoi.
18.00: Arrive to Hanoi. Tour Finish.
PRICE: USD/ PAX
DOUBLE ROOM | SINGLE ROOM | |
2 stars hotel | 115USD | 130 USD |
3 stars hotel | 135USD | 155 USD |
INCLUDED:
– Transportation Fordtransit 16 seats or County 29 seats with A/C
– English speaking guide
– Meals as itinerary
– Hotel in Tam Coc
– Entrance fees
EXCLUDED:
– Drink
– Visa
– Personal expenses
– Tips & gratuities
– Extra service of Vip class: better lunch & bicycle