Hoa Lu Ancient Capital & Van Long Ecotourism Site

Highlights / General details

Just 100 km from Hanoi, Van Long is an area of astounding natural beauty with limestone peaks whose splendor is often said to surpass that of Ha Long Bay. It is true that this area is often referred to as the new Ha Long Bay on land. The tour includes being rowed along the Van Long River, which makes for a truly unforgettable experience, passing between towering limestone peaks.

Pick-up at 8:30am at your hotel lobby. You leave Hanoi and head south for a 2-hour drive along Highway One or former Road Mandarin. You spend one hour visiting the Dinh and Le temples of the Ancient Capital Hoa Lu and then you move to Van Long for lunch. You may also enjoy an optional oxcart ride to Van Long Wharf for a 2-hour boat trip along the Van Long River. Along the way you will see caves, green rice fields, Limestone Mountains and the rural life of the locals before returning to Hanoi at 6:00pm.

Inclusion

Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services; All private transportation with guide; Experienced English speaking guide; Lunch at local restaurant; All sightseeing tickets; Tissues and water on coach; Service charges and government tax.

Exclusion

International flights & departure taxes; Travel insurance; Beverage; Personal expenses, tips and gratuities.

Hours of operation

Available daily, pick-up at 8:30am.

Duration

Approximately 8 hours, about 100km away from Hanoi.

Location

Tour departs from Hanoi city hotels.

Participant restrictions

A ticket is required to be purchased for all passengers regardless of age.

Policies

Reservation requires 2 passenger minimum to confirm booking. Single passenger reservations will be subject to cancellation.

Cancellation: 3 days prior 100% penalty. No show 100% penalty.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**