Hoa Lư was the native land of the first two imperial dynasties of Vietnam: the Đinh founded by Đinh Tiên Hoàng, and the Early Lê founded by Lê Đại Hành. Following the demise of the Lê Dynasty, in 1010 Lý Công Uẩn, the founder of the Lý Dynasty, transferred the capital to Thăng Long (now Hanoi) and Hoa Lư became known as the “ancient capital.”
Trang An has a system of limestone mountains and natural caves. Visiting Trang An, visitors will be surprised by the spectacular mountains, green trees and the clear river valley at the foot of cliffs and mysterious caves.
INCLUSION | EXCLUSION |
• Buffet lunch with local specialties • Bicycle activity • Entrance fee & boat cruising • Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi limousine round transfer • English-speaking guide • Free Wifi & mineral water on the limousine • Free usage of Vietnamese conical hat & rain-coat during the trip |
• VAT • Beverages • Personal expenses • All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above • Surcharge for public holidays |
HOA LU - TRANG AN TOUR FULL DAY
07h30 – 8h00: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for the limousine transfer to Ninh Binh.
09h15: The limousine stops on the way for a 15 – 20 minutes short break for you to stretch your legs, use the facilities, or have a quick snack.
10h30: You will arrive in Hoa Lư, which was Vietnam’s ancient capital city a thousand years ago. Here, you will have the chance to learn more about Vietnam’s history during the feudal time, especially during Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty from 968 to 1010.
11h45: It is time for a buffet lunch to enjoy local specialties in the private area of our Ninh Binh Heritage restaurant. The vegetarian option is also available.
13h00: You continue the trip to Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. There, you can spend 2.5 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which owns a wonderful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.
15h30: You can now get on the bicycle to discover Ninh Binh, and see how amazing local life is. The excursion lasts for about 45 minutes.
16h15: Our limousine will bring you back to Hanoi
18h15 – 18h30: The tour ends at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.