Overview
Experience breathtaking panoramic vistas with our Mua Cave Panorama & Tam Coc River Escape tour. Conquer Mount Ngoa Long’s legendary 486-step challenge while discovering ancient capital secrets below. Ninh Binh’s dramatic limestone peaks, winding rivers, and emerald rice paddies create nature’s most spectacular outdoor gallery. This adventurous day journey combines hiking, boating, and cycling through UNESCO World Heritage landscapes. Let Vietravel lead your active exploration of northern heritage and stunning countryside scenery!
Destinations
Why you'll love it
Climb Mount Ngoa Long’s challenging 486 stone steps for wide-reaching views
Navigate Tam Coc’s ancient cave aboard traditional sampan boats
Cycle through authentic villages and terraced rice field scenery
Explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital, where feudal dynasties once ruled
Itinerary
Morning:
Embark on a scenic journey to Ninh Binh province aboard Vietravel’s premium coach. During the comfortable 120-kilometre drive, your expert guide shares fascinating tales about feudal kingdoms that shaped northern heritage. Rolling farmland gradually gives way to dramatic karst peaks, building excitement for your active adventure ahead. Step into history at Hoa Lu capital, where the first feudal state of ancient kingdoms established their power base over 1,000 years ago. Stone foundations still whisper stories of Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang, who unified warring tribes into a single nation. Local legends tell how he chose this protected valley, surrounded by natural stone fortresses, as his impenetrable stronghold. Begin your ascent of Mount Ngoa Long, the crown jewel of Mua Cave, known locally as “Lying Dragon Mountain” for its serpentine ridge. Each of the 486 stone steps represents a pilgrimage toward heaven, according to Buddhist tradition passed down through generations. Along the climb, glimpse sweeping views of ancient rice paddies and snaking rivers, enveloped by a curtain of misty hills. Local legends say this was once a place where kings watched royal dances - hence the name “Mua”, meaning dance. Photographers often say this viewpoint captures the soul of northern terrain in a single frame. Next, enjoy a hearty Vietnamese lunch at a rural restaurant, where local chefs serve classic dishes using fresh, regional ingredients.
Afternoon:
Board wooden boats at Tam Coc Wharf for an enchanting journey along the peaceful waterways of the “Halong Bay on land”. Your skilled rower, often a local woman using her feet to navigate, glides you along the tranquil Ngo Dong River, where sheer cliffs rise like guardians on either side, echoing tales etched in stone. Venture into three remarkable caves - Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba. Sunlight streaming in from the cave openings creates magical reflections on the crystal-clear water below. After the boat trip, hop on bicycles for a leisurely ride past the Tam Coc - Bich Dong area. Pedal along quiet paths winding between rice paddies where farmers tend their crops using farming techniques inherited through the ages. Wave to friendly children playing in villages while breathing fresh air scented with lotus blossoms and jasmine flowers. Return to Hanoi by evening, carrying unforgettable memories of Vietnam’s natural beauty and ancient heritage.
Package options
Exclusions
- Accommodations in twin/double/triple share as mentioned with daily breakfast
- Beverage & other meals not specified in the itinerary
- Hotel early check-in and late check-out
- International & domestic airfare with airport tax
- Personal expenses
- Tipping for guide and driver: 3usd/pax/day
- Other services not above mentioned
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Additional information
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation by Users
In this section, the date counted as the time of tour cancellation shall be a working day, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
For weekdays:
- If tour cancellation/alternation is notified at least 20 days before the departure date: Free of charge.
-If tour cancellation/alternation is notified 15-19 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation/alternation fee will be: 50% tour price
- If tour cancellation is notified 11-14 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 70% tour price.
- If tour cancellation is notified 06-10 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 90% tour price.
- If tour cancellation is notified within 05 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 100% tour price.
For public holidays. This applies to tours taking place on public holidays, Tet Holiday (i.e. including public holidays, Tet Holiday, the nearest day preceding and following such holidays), particularly:
+ Tet Holiday (as prescribed and announced by the state authority on yearly basis)
+ Death Anniversary of the Hung Kings: (as prescribed and announced by the state authority on yearly basis)
+ Day of Southern Liberation and National Reunification: From April 28 to April 30
+ International Workers' Day: From May 01 to May 03
+ National Day: From September 01 to September 03
+ Christmas Eve: From December 24 to December 26
+ Solar Calendar New Year Day: From December 28 to January 03
- If tour cancellation/alternation is notified at least 30 days before the departure date: Free of charge.
- If tour cancellation/alternation is notified 25-29 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation/alternation fee will be: 50% tour price
- If tour cancellation is notified 21-24 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 70% tour price.
- If tour cancellation is notified 16-20 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 90% tour price.
- If tour cancellation is notified within 15 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 100% tour price.
Cancellation by Vietravel
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