Where exactly is the pickup, and what if my hotel is outside the Old Quarter?

Pickups are arranged from hotels within Hanoi's Old Quarter. If your accommodation is outside this area, contact the operator after booking — an alternative arrangement or small surcharge may apply.

Is the bamboo boat ride suitable for people who can't swim?

Yes. The Tam Coc river is calm and shallow, and the bamboo boats are stable flat-bottomed craft. Life jackets are typically available on request. If you have specific concerns, mention them to your guide on the day.

My child is 3 years old — do I still need to pay for them?

Children under 4 are free of charge, though no dedicated seat is reserved for them on the transfer vehicle. They will need to sit on a parent's lap during the drive.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Cancellation terms are confirmed at checkout. Check the policy shown on the booking page before you complete your purchase, as the window and conditions will be displayed there.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day?

The itinerary is subject to change due to weather and traffic conditions. In the event of significant disruption, the operator will advise on alternatives or rescheduling options.

Do I need to print my ticket, or is a mobile voucher accepted?

A mobile voucher is accepted — you can show your booking confirmation on your phone. Your guide will confirm the details with you at pickup.

Hoa Lu and Tam Coc Tour from Hanoi

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Duration

10 hours

Cancellation

Free cancellation 24hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Round-trip shared transfers from Hanoi's Old Quarter

Admission to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and Tam Coc

Bamboo boat ride along the Tam Coc river

Bicycle for the village cycling section

Local buffet lunch at a restaurant in Ninh Binh

Bottled water

English-speaking tour guide

Not included

Personal travel insurance

Gratuities for guide and boat rower (discretionary)

Any meals or drinks beyond the included buffet lunch

Hotel pickups outside Hanoi's Old Quarter (may incur surcharge)

What to expect

Hotel pickup — Hanoi Old Quarter
30 min pickup window
Your guide collects you from your hotel between 7:30 and 8:00 AM for the drive south to Ninh Binh Province.
Drive to Ninh Binh
Approx. 2.5 hrs
Comfortable shared transfer through the Red River Delta countryside, arriving in Ninh Binh around 10:30 AM.
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Approx. 1 hr 15 min
Explore the 10th-century temple complex dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang and Emperor Le Dai Hanh, with your guide unpacking the dynastic history behind each shrine.
Buffet lunch at a local restaurant
Approx. 1 hr
A spread of Vietnamese dishes at a restaurant near Tam Coc — included in your tour price.
Bamboo boat ride — Tam Coc
Approx. 2 hrs
A rower guides your flat-bottomed bamboo boat along the Ngo Dong river, passing through three cave tunnels carved into the karst mountains and flanked by flooded rice paddies.
Village cycling
Approx. 1 hr
Pedal at a relaxed pace through the local village, stopping to chat with residents and take in the rural landscape from ground level.
Return to Hanoi
Approx. 2 hrs
Depart Ninh Binh around 4:00 PM and arrive back at your Old Quarter hotel by approximately 6:00 PM.

Hoa Lu and Tam Coc Tour from Hanoi

Hoa Lu and Tam Coc Tour from Hanoi

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