Overview
Hoa Lu is some 110km or 2.5 hours bus from Hanoi. Located near the Ninh Binh city, Hoa Lu is the site of a 10th-century capital of an ancient Vietnamese Kingdom called Dai Co Viet. This small Kingdom covered an area of only 300 hectares, and reigned from the 10th century, during the Dinh and Le dynasties, to the 11th century, during the Ly Dynasty. The Kingdom was enclosed by a citadel. The Citadel and the Yen Ngua limestone hills provided good defense for this kingdom against the invaders.
In 968, Dinh Bo Linh declared himself as the King. Since then Hoa Lu existed as the capital for the next 41 years (968 – 1009), of which 12 years was under the Dinh dynasty – King Dinh Tien Hoang, the country named Dai Co Viet, and 29 years later was under the Le dynasty – King Le Dai Hanh. In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long –
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Itinerary
HOA LU - TAM COC 01 DAY TRIP
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This trip discovering Hoa Lu - the first capital of Vietnam, sightseeing the peaceful countryside of Vietnam. Discovering dry Halong Bay (Tam Coc) with legs rowing boat along the rice paddies and through water caves.
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HOA LU - TAM COC 01 DAY TRIP
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07:30-8.00 am |
Our tour guide will pick up you at Bella Premier Hotel lobby to depart to Ninh Binh city. |
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10.30-11.00 am |
You will reach Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. In 968, Dinh Bo Linh declared himself as the King. Since then Hoa Lu existed as the capital for the next 41 years (968 – 1009), of which 12 years was under the Dinh dynasty – King Dinh Tien Hoang, the country named Dai Co Viet, and 29 years later was under the Le dynasty – King Le Dai Hanh. In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long – present-day Hanoi. Hoa Lu became the old citadel. In Hoa Lu there are now 2 temples have been built on the ground of the old royal palace, one is dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang, the other is to King Le Dai Hanh. The visit offers a chance to know more about part of feudal dynasties and historical periods in Vietnamese history.
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12:00 pm |
Today you will enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant in Tam Coc named Duc Tuan restaurant. The food is served with Asian
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1:30 pm |
After finishing your lunch, you will be taking the rowing boat at Tam Coc Harbour. Arranged by local people here, the boat is rowed by both hand and legs. The boat will take you to 3 specular caves with hundreds of limestone on the way. If you travel during harvest season, you will see many terrace rice fields in golden colors The boat rowing will be in around 2 hours. Not only you could see the peaceful scenery of mountain, rice paddy fields, temples, you also have chances to learn about local people cultures in their daily life. Optional activities: Riding bicycles |
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4:00 pm |
Leave Tam Coc and drive back to Hanoi. Arrive at Bella Premier Hotel at around 6:30 PM. Finish unforgettable full day trip at your hotel in Hanoi! |
Prices
PRICE IN $US:
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Private Tour |
No. of people |
Price per person |
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From 02-06 pax |
95USD/pax |
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From 07-15 pax |
76USD/pax |
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TOUR INCLUDED |
TOUR EXCLUDED |
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- Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program. - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Tipping/ Gratuities - Other things are not mentioned in our tour program - Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc
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THINGS TO BRING & TO KNOW
+ Sunblock or insect repellent
+ Pair of Shoes and short trousers for biking around the country road.
+ Please be ready on time for our pick up service.
+ Travel light, as you can please arrange to keep big luggage at the hotel.
NOTES
- + The itinerary is subject to change upon weather conditions
- + Doctor and Pharmacy are not available on the trip.
- + We arrive back in Hanoi between 19:00-19:30 – if you have to catch a flight, bus or train later in the evening, contact us to assist you with your schedule and transportation choices.
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Cancellation policy: In case a tour is ü The cancellation from 02 days in advance of our service: Free of charge. ü The cancellation within 02 days, we will charge you as 100% of total price.
Children's Policy: ü Children under 4 years old are FOC, ü Children from 4 to 6 years old are charged 50%, ü Children from 7 to 9 years old are charged 75%, ü Children from 9 years old will be charged 100% |
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Payment & Amendments:
30% of the total service reserved. The rest of the payment will be settling directly at the hotel upon check-in.
Notice: Settle by Visa/ Master card: We will apply 3% for the bank fee. Settle by Amex we apply 5% for the bank fee. |
HAVE A GREAT TRIP!
