Ninh Binh Off the Beaten Path: Cycling, Tuyet Tinh Coc & Boat Adventure
Join me as we discover a different side of Ninh Binh - peaceful countryside, local villages and spectacular limestone landscapes that I love sharing with my guests. We’ll cycle through quiet rural paths, drift through the beautiful waterways of Thung Nang by traditional boat, and climb to Tuyet Tinh Coc for breathtaking mountain views. Along the way, I’ll share stories of the places and local life, making the journey feel personal, relaxed and truly connected to Ninh Binh.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- I and driver will pick you up at your hotel to start our fabulous journey to Ninh Binh.
Short break for restrooms/coffee
Cycling Through the Countryside
Hop on your bike and join me on a scenic ride through Ninh Binh’s countryside. We’ll cycle past local homes, green rice fields and a quiet ancient temple before continuing along peaceful country paths to Voi Temple — a beautiful and authentic way to experience the rural landscape beyond the main roads.
Enjoy your lunch
Enjoy a flavorful lunch featuring a selection of local specialties, including our signature stir-fried goat with fresh local herbs. I’ll also make sure to accommodate any dietary preferences or vegetarian requirements and prepare a suitable menu for you.
Sampan Journey Through Peaceful Thung Nang
Enjoy a peaceful sampan ride through Thung Nang, where local boatmen and women will row us through natural waterways and into beautiful water caves. Along the way, take in the tranquil countryside, surrounded by limestone mountains, green rice fields and the quiet rhythm of rural Ninh Binh.
Hike to the Serene Tuyet Tinh Coc
Join me for a walk around the peaceful lake before climbing into Am Tien Cave, home to a small temple and the legendary Giai Oan Well. I’ll share the stories and legends behind this special place before we continue to the viewpoint, where breathtaking views open over the turquoise lake and surrounding limestone mountains.
Return to Hanoi
From 6-6.30p.m: we are expected to arrive to Hanoi
Ending Point
At your hotel in Hanoi
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guide fee
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Hanoi
- Private car with AC and separate driver
- Toll fees, gasoline and parking fees
Type of car(s) I use: 7 seated car (Kia, Toyota)
Entrance tickets
100.000 VND to visit Tuyet Tinh Coc
100.000 VND for renting one bike
250.000 VND for one person (sampan boat) - 2 persons in one boat
Lunch: 100-300.000VND/1 dish
Tour Important Information
Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies and health restrtictions to customize the trip just for you.
Important message from the supplier
My working time can be flexible
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Sammy D.
Dear valued guests from around the world,
“Xin Chào!” My name is Sammy., and I was born and raised in Hanoi, Vietnam. It is truly my pleasure and honor to be your local expert and companion during your journey through Vietnam.
I graduated from Technology as my major, but I found the tour guide as an amazing job for me since I love sharing Vietnamese culture, history and cuisine. I speak English and am expecting to get German language degree in the near future.
My specialty is creating authentic and unforgettable local experiences through motorbike tours, foodie adventures, hidden gems, and customized shore excursions.
I am passionate about taking travelers beyond the usual tourist routes to discover the true heart of Vietnam that other guides do not take them to. From riding through Hanoi’s hidden alleyways on a motorbike to tasting authentic local cuisine and visiting peaceful countryside villages, my goal is to create the unique authentic experience.
For cruise passengers and travelers with limited time, I carefully design unique shore excursions that make the most of every moment. These experiences may include once-in-a-lifetime motorbike adventures, peaceful escapes in Ha Long Bay away from the crowds, or discovering the hidden side of Hanoi within just a few hours.
I can arrange the private transfers, cruise, hotels and services for package tours.
I would be excited to hear from you and tailor your fabulous trip!!!!
With my very best regards,
Sammy
$240/ per group
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