Hanoi: Small Group Tour to Incense Village & Ninh Binh, Boat Trip
Description
Join an exclusive group of up to nine travelers for a full-day tour to Quang Phu Cau, Tam Coc, and Hoa Lu. Enjoy a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned vehicle, with water and all necessary equipment provided. Your adventure begins with a pickup from your Old Quarter hotel, guided by a knowledgeable local expert. First, visit the vibrant Incense Village of Quang Phu Cau, Northern Vietnam’s most picturesque craft village, ideal for photography. Next, head to Tam Coc, known as "Halong Bay on land," for a scenic boat tour. Conclude your journey with a visit to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, immersing yourself in Vietnam's rich history.
Tour Options
Itinerary
07.10 – 07.45: Pick up from your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter
Arrive at Incense Village, named Quang Phu Cau. If you allow the incense to dry in various formations, you’ll get pictures of people working among this sea of red and color. Capture a variety of shots of the workers in action, the village workshops, and images of the incense-making process. Visiting some local people’s houses to widen knowledge about the real life of Vietnamese. Taking more images of the friendly locals who have worked on producing incense in this village for generations. Your tour guide will give you information about the worship culture and religions in Vietnam.
Departure for Ninh Binh – one of the most beautiful place for tourism in the Northern Vietnam.
Arrive Ninh Binh, Having delicious lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.
Discover Tam Coc on a Sampan boat, enjoy the beauty of caves, and visit the limestone mountain on the Ngo Dong River, which is called Ha Long Bay on land.
We move to visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam. Following that, we go to the temple dedicated to Vietnam's first Emperor. You will be given much more historical information about Vietnamese history in the 10th and 11th centuries through your tour guide’s presentation.
Leave Ninh Binh and drive straight back to Hanoi. 18:30: Arrive in Hanoi, drop you back to your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter. Trip ends.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
07h10–07h45: We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements. Check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick-up time.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have a dietary requirement, kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
