Your amazing Ninh Binh day trip: Tuyet Tinh Coc - Tam Coc & dancing cave
Ninh Binh, is one of Vietnam's most striking destinations. Breathtaking boat rides and lush countryside are just half of the appeal: the area is also rich in cultural treasures and is listed as a UNESCO Heritage Site.
My tour will take you to "secret" places for spectacular view and peaceful countryside area of 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 (Hanoi)
- I and driver will pick you up at your hotel. We drive on highway about 2 hours to the South of Hanoi.
Tuyet Tinh Coc, a Fairyland in Ninh Binh
Tuyet Tinh Coc is a complex of lakes, mountains and temples. This area is a small valley with a large lake in the low-lying area. The lake is enclosed by imposing mountain ranges, making Tuyet Tinh Coc an ink-wash painting. The stunning beauty from a fairy tale attracts many tourists to explore this site. The area is called “Tuyet Tinh Coc” since it is the place where people can forget all the exhaustion and hustle of the outside world and find themselves in nature.
Fabulous lunch in best local restaurant
After that, we visit the best local restaurant to taste the real local specialties by excellent chef.
Food will be customized upon your food restrictions.
Dancing cave for the spectacular view of countryside
In the afternoon, we will enjoy the spectacular view on the top of "dancing cave". To conquer the cave, you will start with hard trekking through 500 steps. So brace yourself! Once getting on top, the magnificent panoramic views will let you know that it is worth all of your effort reaching here.
A relaxing time on Tam Coc sampan boat
Then, we will have a peaceful time on our private sampan boat to visit 3 caves & limestone mountains in Tam Coc.
Often referred to as “Halong Bay on Land” due to the lush green rice paddies and towering limestone cliffs, Tam Coc is the perfect places to relax and unwind while soaking up the landscape and the culture of Vietnam.
Drive back to Hanoi
Back in Hanoi
We arrive to Hanoi around 19:00. But sometimes due to traffic, we might expect to arrive in Hanoi about 19:30.
Ending Point
At your hotel (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
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Hanoi center
- Professional English speaking tour guide with great enthusiasm
- Private car with AC and experienced driver - kindly let me know the number of people, I can help you to book the private transfer
- All entrance tickets
- Private sampan boat in Tam Cocb
- Fabulous local lunch
- Bottles of water in car
Tour Important Information
The sampan boat in Tam Coc has no cover, please kindly prepare your hats/umbrellas.
Important message from the supplier
- For the tour that you book the guide only, kindly understand that the transportation and lunch fees for yourself and the guide will be paid by the customer.
- Hotel meetup inside the Old Quarter. This is considered to be the best location for tourists.
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 Nhung N.
"Xin Chao" my dear customers from all over the world,
I am Rose Nguyen , who was born and raised in Hanoi. I have been working as a guide and travel consultant for customized unique tours in all parts of Vietnam. It is my great honor always to be your local expertise wherever you go in my country. I graduated from the University of Languages and International studies. My second and third degree are tourism & Vietnamese cooking. I found those as the great connection to bring the best services to my beloved customers.
I have been the international licensed tourist guide for more than 12 years until now. I am lucky to escort my clients through different regions. From that, I have chances of better understanding and respecting each culture and value. My priority of working is your satisfaction.
Beside all classic tours in Vietnam, I also have great ides for authentic tours as below:
1) Hidden Hanoi photograph tours
2) Hanoi backstreet motorbike tours: visit the beautiful parts of city and learn about local lives through hidden streets and alleys that only motorbikes can go through.
3) Non-touristy rural market visit and hands-on cooking experience at local home
4) Unspoilt Ninh Binh day trip from Hanoi
More customized options I can offer for your kind consideration.
To describe briefly my self: I am passionate, energetic and sincere always.
Warmest regards,
*Your ambassador in Vietnam*
Rose Nhung
Reviews
Cory B.
“Rose was amazing!”
We were so lucky to meet Rose! She was amazing. She was very knowledgeable and showed us all the great spots. Some were not the typical tourist spots. What made our time with Rose so amazing was not only her knowledge and the locations she took us to, but her personality. She was so much fun to hang out with. Anything we needed she helped us with. What a gem! Thanks Rose.
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Nhung N.
Dear Mr. Cory, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure meeting you and spending time together in Hanoi. I’m very glad you enjoyed the places we visited, especially the local spots that are a little away from the usual tourist routes. For me, being a guide is not only about sharing history and information, but also about helping guests feel comfortable and experience the city in a more personal way. I really enjoyed our time together and am happy that you felt well taken care of throughout the day. Thank you again for choosing me as your guide and for your wonderful recommendation. I truly appreciate it and hope to see you again if you return to Hanoi. Best regards, Rose Nhung
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Leo A.
“She Made Our Day in Hanoi Amazing!”
This was honestly the BEST day of our trip to Vietnam!!!!! She took us to Hanoi Train Street, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison. She was incredibly knowledgeable and explained everything really well. We asked her so many questions throughout the day, not only about the places we visited, but also about what everyday life is like for people in Hanoi, the culture, and local life. She answered every question we had and taught us so much about the city. One of my favorite parts was the food:):) She took us to a really local restaurant and café that we probably never would have found on our own. The food was seriously amazing and easily the best food I had during our 5-day trip! She was super friendly, easy to talk to, and made the whole day really fun. It didn’t feel like a typical tourist tour at all. We got to learn about the history while also getting a real feel for what life in Hanoi is actually like. She made our day in Hanoi amazing!!!!!! I’m so glad we booked this tour and would 100% recommend her to anyone visiting Hanoi!
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Nhung N.
Dear Leo and friends, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed review. It was a real pleasure spending the day with you and showing you around Hanoi. I’m glad you enjoyed the places we visited and that I could answer your questions about Hanoi’s history, culture, and everyday life. I always enjoy sharing not only the well-known sights, but also some of the local experiences that give visitors a better understanding of the city. I’m especially happy that you enjoyed the local food and café. Finding good local places and sharing them with guests is one of the things I enjoy most about being a tour guide. Thank you again for choosing me as your guide and for your kind recommendation. I truly appreciate it, and I hope you have many more great travel experiences in the future. It would be a pleasure to welcome you back to Hanoi someday. Best regards, Rose
Hannah S.
“Absolutely perfect experience”
If you are looking for a guide in Hanoi, please consider Rose! I was so very happy with her guidance and believe she has the knowledge and ability to customize any tour and activity you could possibly want in the area. I will be recommending her to friends and family that visit Hanoi, and hope to hire her again if I return! I hired Nhung N. (English nickname Rose) for 2 days for a flexible tour of Hanoi including tailoring, food recommendations, and some local culture/history. I truly could not be more happy with my experience with her. She was patient and listened extremely well, both directly as well as picked up on things I may be interested in and recommended. She had a very positive, kind vibe to her that felt authentic. The first day she recruited a personal driver, brought us to Lang Van Phuc (silk village), explained extensive history, brought us to Obama Noodles and taught us about how to eat Bun Cha (pork noddles), brought us to Phu Tay Ho to see the temple, and lastly took us to the women’s museum, personally explaining the history, all while acting as a translator. She also challenged us to learn some words in Vietnamese! The second day was more focused on tailoring and fabrics, in which she was extremely patient with explaining our wants and needs. She then brought us to some shops we were interested in, and took us to eat some of the best food I’ve had at a restaurant locals love (and she personally goes to). Again, she was very patient with our constant and specific questions about local cultures, histories, and norms. She also worked to get us discounts without being asked, advised us on a culturally sensitive inquiry of an object taken by a US soldier, was comfortable speaking about her family and personal life/past, was flexible with last minute changes to plans, stayed in consistent contact before and during the planned tour dates, and responded quickly and reached out to get more info to further personalize the tours.
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Nhung N.
Dear Ms. Hannah, I could not know how to fully express my sincerest gratitude for your kind choice on my services & your glowing review. Thank you so much for your sharing your experience with me. It was truly my great honor to be your guide 2 days in Hanoi. I sincerely wish to welcome you back one day. Words cannot express enough my thanks. I wish you a fabulous trip ahead. With my best regards, Rose Nhung
$110/ per group
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