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Hoa Lu - Trang An - Bich Dong Private Tour
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Hoa Lu - Trang An - Bich Dong Private Tour

By Rubicon Tours Vietnam
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07:30 - 08:00 Our tour guide pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter 10:00 Arrive Hoa Lu Ancient Capital 11:00 Cycling to Bich Dong pagoda, Bich Dong pagoda 12:30 Have lunch at local restaurant, an excellence place to taste Vietnamese cuisine. Let’s enjoy let's enjoy localities goat meat dishes with goat meat. 13:30 Depart to the most popular attraction to visit in Ninh Binh are the Trang An Grottoes ( the Wolrd Natural Heritage site) 16:00 Get back to bungalow. You will join with our short class of cooking demonstration. Our chef will guide you how to make famous traditional Vietnamese spring rolls. 17: 00 Get back to shuttle bus and return to Hanoi
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Ages 0-80, max of 15 per group
Duration: 10h
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Live guide: English
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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Have lunch at local restaurant, an excellence place to taste Vietnamese cuisine. Let’s enjoy let's enjoy localities goat meat dishes with goat meat.
What's not included
  • Tip, personal expenses & those not clearly mentioned above.


Start:Traveler pickup offered.
  • 27 P. Nguyễn Trường Tộ, Nguyễn Trung Trực, Ba Đình, Hà Nội, Vietnam
    RUBICON TOURS HEAD OFFICE
Pickup details
  • we will pick up all traveller at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quater. 5$ for pick up other hotels
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
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    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    • Rubicon Tours Vietnam
      351
      Hanoi, Vietnam
      Joined in January 2019
    • T2480KVtonys
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Views from Bana hill
      The gondola ride to the top is amazing. The bridge was very busy. The buhhdas and temples and gardens are epic as are the castles. A very worth while experience .
      Written March 12, 2024
    • Banerzee
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      7 DAYS & 6 NIGHTS @ HANOI, HALONG BAY (OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE) + DANANG & HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN + BANA HILLS.
      I booked my family holiday trip to Vietnam for 7 days and 6 nights with Rubicon Tours. Following one of my very close friend's recommendation I contacted Ms Annie from Rubicon Tours Vietnam and she was superb in crafting a customized itinerary based on my specific requirements. And it indeed exceeded our expectations already because my family and I thoroughly enjoyed our time in HANOI, HALONG BAY (OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE) and then in DANANG and HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN + BANA HILLS. Hotels and pre booked meals were outstanding and more than enough through out our trip. Thanks Ms Annie again for taking care of that. It was great to experience the hospitality and punctuality. Everything was very well planned!! Special shout out to Mr Andrew who was consistently following up and taking care of our comfort through out the tour. And last but not he least a very special shout out to Mr Viet (our tour guide for DANANG and HOI AN). He was very polite and very well informed, because of Mr Viet, we know a lot more about Vietnam's history and its significance when it comes to multiple attractions he took us through.
      Written June 7, 2023
    • BobBonHere
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      A lovely place
      The shared worship centre for Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Confucianism and Islam, Cao Dai is the third largest religion in Vietnam. It’s temple is very ornate, unfortunately we weren’t able to attend when a service was being held so we can’t comment on its format or content.
      Written April 5, 2023
    • Kaikohoda
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      No tour
      This tour was not carried out. No one contacted me and no one replied my question do I canceled. Pleases proceed to refund all money I paid to you. You must check if the tour is really there.
      Written January 25, 2023
    • quynhnguyenthiemma
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent
      we have booked cruise through Rubicon Tours with 2 days 1 night program. Rubicon Tours' staff are so friendly and they seem to be really knowledgeable about Halong Bay area and cruises in there also. So they recommended the cruise extremely fit in our favorite. The cruise is not only large, luxurious, beautiful design but also craftsmanship with private balcony, comfortable lounge chairs and a table... I definitely recommend this tour!
      Written October 14, 2020
    • Chinchin287
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      AN UNFORGETTABLE TRIP
      This is one of the most amazing experiences of mine here with Rubicontours. My family & I had an unforgettable trip with the tour group. The tour information suporter was very enthusiastic and provided us knowledge about the attractions very quickly. The tour guide is very kind and always connected the group members together. He is humorous as well.
      Written August 31, 2020
    • amanda5805
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      A day in Ninh Binh! Foot rowed boats, Ancient Cities and more...
      We booked onto the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, tam coc, Mua cave with Vietnamese Folk music show from Hanoi. It was the perfect way to skip the crowds see stunning view point. It was our guide Victor’s first day doing this tour. He is a language major mostly in Japanese. His English was very good but there was a few areas of improvement. He was very friendly, personable & knowledgeable. If you asked a question and he did not have the answer he found it for you. There was one person on our tour that was quite upset with something to do with the company that booked this tour for her. Victor handled himself and the problem straight on and didn’t show any stress but took it very seriously! He gave out the perfect amount of information on each stop and did not blog us down with to much info. No one can retain the info that some guides give out and with victor I actually feel like I retained the important info. The drive was about 2 hours with a 30 min stop at some gov’t shop that is the same as all the other bus stops threw out the country but they do have clean washrooms. First we saw Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. We were there for about an hour and 15mins. It was a beautiful site with tons of history but it was a little rushed. Then we were off to Mua caves and the hike to the pagoda or the dragon den were you with see stunning panorama views of Tam Doc and the rice field. We had about an hour here which was no where close to enough time. It’s a beautiful area with so many things to do. 2 hours would have been a lot better. After this we went off for a family style lunch. Lunch was included but beverages were not. They were very cheap. Food was very good and traditional. After lunch you had the choice to cycle .5km to the boat ride. Our full group wanted to drive how we just had a large lunch. It would be a great location to rent a bike for a ride. The boat ride was fabulous but very uncomfortable for 2 hours. Our boat guide didn’t say 2 words to us until the last 3 mins when she just repeated tip for me? It is pretty impressive watching them row with their feet. You will go threw 3 water caves and see some stunning views along the way There are boats selling food and beverages along the way. As well as people taking your picture to try and sell it to you on the way back.There is a turn around point just after the 3rd cave, so you end up seeing the same stuff on the way back. So it does get a bit boring on the return. Don't forget your camera. Next up we were off to a local house to listen to 2 folk songs which was a waste of time. The family seemed nice but it would be way better as a performance not 2 songs and tea. This took about 30mins. We had to walk down this scratchy trail in the dark with no lights to get to and from the van. There was no stops on the way back to Hanoi. All in all I recommend a trip to Ninh Binh. It was the perfect way to skip the crowds, see stunning view points& see an ancient city. But I would recommend seeing if you can skip the Folk music and have more time at the Mua caves.
      Written June 2, 2020
    • Traveler O
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Day Trip to Ninh Binh - Temples, Caves, and Rivers
      Fantastic day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh to see the amazing rock formations jutting out of the landscape along the river flats. The tour was by bus, but comfortable with rest stops regularly and water provided onboard. Stops included some tourist trap shops but included some solid bargains for winter gear/jackets and other items. Took two small children, which I wouldn't recommend if you can avoid it as when you climb to the mountaintop temple-Hang Mua- by the Mua caves it's not the safest for kids under 10, or for those with knee issues. The river and caves at Trang An were spectacular as the rock formations are similar to Ha Long Bay but inland and with less people. The route we took was one of the longer ones and went through vice stopping along the way. Highly recommend this route as the routes that stop included some obnoxious tourists playing loud music and drinking beer whereas if you stay on the river you're spared the arrogant behavior of young backpackers. In the caves, which you transit via rowboat (rower included), be prepared to literally duck down into the boat as the ceiling hangs extremely low in many areas-careful if you have back issues or don't do well in dark, enclosed spaces. Highlight of the tour though. You'll also stop by where part of the ancient capital/kingdom was in the north and might even see mountain goats on the sides of mountains nearby. Tour ends with a stop by a small family home in the rural surrounding area with traditional music and tea. Notes: lunch included which was good, stay hydrated throughout the date, take breaks as needed, bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, be prepared to take lots of photos, be careful climbing the stone steps to the mountaintop temple-Hang Mua, bring local currency for shopping, snacks, souvenirs and tips. The tour guide, Hoang Anh, spoke excellent English and was very knowledgeable. His insight and explanations made this a great tour. He's obviously well-read and cares deeply about ensuring guests enjoy the tour and gain appreciation for the history of Vietnam. Job well done.
      Written May 22, 2020
    • ngocquynh05
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful trip, beautiful sight
      I love my journey with adventure activity at Lan Ha bay and natural-zen-moments at Trang An. Many thanks for humour, crazy but caring tourguide - ms Thao Jindo who made our trip so great! Hope to see you then :))
      Written March 16, 2020
    • doriskaldre
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Adventurous day and new friends.
      We had a great tour with a magnificent Vu. He speaks good english and very informative. He made all our group of stranges feel like a team from the beginning. Amazing boat trip with delicious dinner,kayaking,bicycling to the diamond cave, cooking class on the boat and swimming. Very adventurous day and new friends from all over the world. Thank you Vu! It's impossible to forget you and your laughter!
      Written March 11, 2020
    • Ngọc N
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thank Jindo
      We booked this tour before only 1 day departure Jindo was so helpful to help us operate our trip Dq nang is so beautiful city and we took alot nice picture from Bana hill Our tour guide is Manh who is smart and good skill
      Written March 2, 2020
    • endingendingn
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      Sapa on Tet holiday
      I have book a tour of Sapa on Tet holiday, even though Tet holiday is very crowded, I still receive RubiconTours support during my family trip. Really, Rubicon is awesome! The staff is friendly and very enthusiastic, the service is very professional, the quality of the service far exceeds the expectation ❤️ Rubicon is completely different from the other Travel companies that I have previously book! Thanks Rubicon ! You guys really impressed me, I will only book your tour! ❤️
      Written March 2, 2020
    • minhduchl
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Halong bay tour with Rubicon- Amazing trip
      Me and my wife booked a tour to Halong bay with 2D1N. We had a great support from the operator- Jindo. We had many questions but she answered us very carefully. The cruise and the service was wonderful. Everything was satisfied us. Greattttt
      Written March 2, 2020
    • Lucky_star_287
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great trip Nha Trang & Dalat
      We had a great trip in Nha Trang & Dalat last few days. Our family with 2 kids love the trip to Mun island, Robinson island and Tam island with mud bath experience. Also love the trip in Dalat flower city so much. Beautiful & peaceful scenery, fresh seafood, nice local food, friendly local people. Thank you RUBICON TOURS team for all arrangement 🥰
      Written February 20, 2020
    • 235maurim
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great tour!
      I never book tours recommended from hotels, however this case I made an exception because of all the good comments the tour had. And we were not disappointed. Andy, our tour guide, was really good and had a positive attitude the whole time. Great lunch, great places, great guide.
      Written February 17, 2020
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    ddd
    Washington DC, DC5 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    I just deleted my original review because I was forced by Andy, as he was looking over my shoulder, to give a 5-star review. So the tour was actually good, everything was great really. But I feel obligated to share the reason why there are so many 5-star reviews.

    On the bus ride back, Andy asked us to go on trip advisor and give a 5 star review. Seemed like a reasonable request (although if I were a tour guide, I would have probably asked people to just leave a review, not necessarily a 5-star). But then, Andy got a little more serious and said he wanted us all to do it now, on the bus, and not later as we might forget. Everyone, like myself, felt pressured to get their phones out because Andy had been so nice throughout the day. He also told us to make sure to put his name and say he was a great guide. He proceeded to walk around the entire bus, looking at people’s phones and making sure they complied with his demand. I left a good review because honestly, it was a great tour. But I’ve since deleted that review and am writing this one to let people know what actually happened.

    Andy, what you did was wrong. Stop doing this.
    Written January 28, 2020
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your review. Firstly, on behalf of the company, we would like to apologize for bringing such a bad experience to you and your friends. . Secondly, I also appologize on behalf of Andy - Tour guide. Our company also talked to him and he realized his reckless behavior. Andy is a potential tour guide and has a good knowledge and tour guide skills. This will also be a lesson for him to improve his skills. I hope you can forgive him for his mistake. Thirdly, Basically Rubicon Tours has also completed the organization and also provided the service as committed. This also caused a disturbance and a great influence on the image of the company as well as efforts to organize tours from the silent individuals behind each trip, especially on the occasion of Lunar New Year. Finally, one more again, we thank you for your advise which help us improve our services day by day. I hope Rubicon Tours will still be your first choice in your next trip travelling around Vietnam.
    Written February 11, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Jihun Kim
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020 • Family
    앤디와 함께한 여행이 매우 즐거웠습니다.
    루비콘 여행사도 강력히 추천합니다.
    우리 가족 모두 정말 즐겁고 행복한 시간 보냈습니다.

    My family really enjoyed our trip with Andy guide. He always smiles and is very kind person ever I meet in Hanoi.
    I strongly recommend Rubicon tour and guide, Andy. We had a great time with him and want to go with him again next time.
    Thank you so much for rubicon tours vietnam
    Written January 7, 2020
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    Dear @Jihun-Kim2, XIN CHAO! Thank you for your nice feedback about the experience with Rubicon Tours We highly appreciate your positive evaluations and comments which strongly encourage and support us in our business development. Rubicon Tours and Andy look forward to another opportunity to welcome you soon in Vietnam. Always at your service!
    Written January 8, 2020
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    Yanni
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020 • Couples
    A great day trip to Ninh Binh with some excellent views and amazing experiences. Andy, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. We saw a lot and learnt a lot. Would definitely recommend to all.
    Written January 15, 2020
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    Dear @Yannini2243, Greeting from Rubicon Tours Vietnam! Thank you for your compliment with our service throughout your trip in Ninh Binh Province! Your satisfied is our pleasure! Rubicon Tours and Any hope to have chance to serve your family again in further trip in our country. Your sincerely,
    Written January 15, 2020
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    Logan Vadivel
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2019 • Family
    Ninh Bihn is an experience not to be missed while in Hanoi. Magic happens when you have the right tour agent and good people in the tour. Absolutely mesmerising trip.
    Written September 13, 2019
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    Dear @Savysidarttha, Thank you for your sincere review and your belief in our service. RUBICON TOURS and our tour guide - Andy always hope to bring the best service to our value guests. We always want to all of our guests have a good experience when travelling with us. We will definitely by happy to see you again if you ever come back to our wonderful country. Cheer from RUBICON TOURS, VIETNAM!
    Written September 15, 2019
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Ashley Wright
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2019 • Couples
    Perfect one day tour, couldn’t recommend enough. Andy was an excellent helpful guide full of knowledge!!
    Written October 1, 2019
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    Dear @ashleywrighhht, Thank you for being our guest! Your satisfaction is our pleasure. Rubicon Tours and Andy will definitely by happy to see you again if you ever come back to our wonderful country. Kindly,
    Written October 2, 2019
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Vivian Loh
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2019 • Friends
    Good van quality and good history knowledge of Andy regarding Hou Lu Ancient Capital..We were lost after the boating at Trang An and finally found our way out, Andy patiently waited for us😁 good customer service
    Written September 13, 2019
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    Dear @Vivianvivo, Thank you for sharing your review and raising your concerning to us! We're delight that you enjoyed Ninh Binh daily tour with our tour guide, even you had unexpected experience. We are sorry about what happened to you that day and we take your feedback extremely seriously. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again for another memorable travelling with Rubicon Tours! Always at your service!
    Written September 15, 2019
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    Eoin O'Neill
    Robertstown, Ireland56 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had a lovely day in Tam Coc, Ninh Binh. The boat trip turned into a race with some other people on our tour was a good laugh. The bus was very comfortable and the day fun. The only downside was the stop on the way back to the local music and food. If it had been announced we could of put on mosquito spray.

    Written November 10, 2019
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    Dear @eoino515, Greeting from Rubicon Tours, Vietnam! Thank you for spending your value time to review our service! This is our motivation for furthermore strive to bring unforgettable experience to beloved guests. Hope that we have more chances to welcome you as our distinguished guests in future trips. Always at your service.
    Written November 14, 2019
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Joyjoy
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2019 • Solo
    We have a nice trip with Andy and 14 other people. He is so friendly, energetic and enthusiasm. A wonderful trip to visit beautiful Ninh Binh that I will never forget😊😊
    Written October 18, 2019
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    Dear @Joyj4342, XIN CHAO! Thank you for spending your holiday with us! Glad that your group really enjoy this trip and service from our tour guide made your memorable experience. Rubicon Tours and Andy hope that we have more chances to welcome you as our distinguished guests in future trips. Kindly,
    Written October 22, 2019
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    Melinda L
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a great day trip to Ninh Binh with our wonderful guide Andy. Prompt pick up in clean bus. Andy was very informative with his commentary and made everyone feel comfortable. Fantastic activities . Thank you Andy. Would highly recommend.
    Written September 26, 2019
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    Dear @951melindal, Thank you for your thoughtful review and your compliment ! We are so proud that our tour guide did a wonderful job sharing his knowledge, he certainly are the heart and soul of our tour! We are delight that the Ninh Binh itinerary tour made such impress on you. Hope to meet you and your family again for further trips in Vietnam. Kindly,
    Written September 27, 2019
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    delupvicentt
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2019
    the tour i went on was super nice and beautiful landscape , tour guide was knowlegale, truly enjoy this place called ninhbinh .
    Thanks thien
    Written August 7, 2019
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    Dear @delupvicent, Thank you for enjoying holiday with us and sharing your review! It is great that you were able to enjoy the trip in Ninh Binh Province with our tour guide. We are proud to be able to offer such a fun daily tour and love when are guests are able to enjoy it. We can look forward to the pleasure of serving you again in the future! Kindly,
    Written August 12, 2019
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