Small Group Day Tour to Incense Village and Tam Coc Boat Trip
Description
This small group day tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the charming Incense Village, where you can learn about the traditional art of incense making. Afterward, you'll embark on a serene boat trip through the breathtaking Tam Coc, often referred to as "Halong Bay on land," with its towering limestone karsts and lush rice fields. The tour also includes a visit to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, where you can admire the historical temples dedicated to the kings of the Dinh and Le dynasties. This immersive journey blends culture, nature, and history, making it a memorable experience for every traveler.
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Itinerary
We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter between 7h15 AM to 7h45 AM. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements, check your email once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time and more details. Begin your adventure at Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, where the vibrant sight of incense sticks drying in the sun creates a unique and picturesque setting. Discover the traditional craftsmanship behind incense making, a significant aspect of Vietnamese culture and spirituality. Continue your journey to the serene province of Ninh Binh, known as "Ha Long Bay on land" for its breathtaking limestone karsts and lush greenery.
12.15: We arrive at Tam Coc village, Ninh Binh province. You enjoy lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant. 13.15 - 15:15: After your lunch, we go to the Tam Coc boat station to discover the beauty of nature on Sampan boat. We enjoy the sightseeing of caves, limestone mountain on river – which is called Ha Long on Land. Your local rower will do paddle to go under caves. You discover very beautiful stalactite and rice fields are surrounded by limestone mountain systems along the river. The pictures of natural beauty will be shown you.
15.15: We move to visit Hoa Lu - the ancient Capital of Vietnam. 15.45 We arrive at Hoa Lu. Following that, we go to the temple dedicated to Vietnam's first Emperor. You will given much more historical information about the Vietnamese history in the 10th and 11th centuries by your tour guide’s presentation. Moreover, you will understand the reasons that the first king of Vietnam chose that area as the first capital. This area is also beautiful place to take photos because of the peaceful and unique landscape. 16.15: Your activities are done at Hoa Lu and we do departure for Hanoi 18.15 - 18:30: We arrive at the centre of Hanoi. Your tour guide say good bye and drop you at your place. The end of our trip
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick travellers up in the Old Quarter Hanoi Only. Please contact us to get information if your location is outside of Hanoi Old Quarter.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
