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 defence for this kingdom against the invaders.
Not much of this ancient kingdom is left standing. There are two 17th century temples, modelled after their 11th-century originals that are on most itineraries to Hoa Lu. They are the Dinh Tien Hoang Temple (King Dinh temple) and Le Hoan Temple (King Le Temple).
Highlights:
• Visit Hoa Lu - An ancient capital
• Have a buffet lunch with delicious local and asia foods
• Enjoy unique boat trip to visit Tam Coc - Three different caves
Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. FOC for under 5 years - old children, sharing with their parent.. 2 adults can carry only 1 child from 1 to 4 years old. From the 2nd child will be charged 75% price, pay onsite.. Please note, the itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice, depending on the weather and operating conditions.. Customers should provide their hotel name and address in the Hoan Kiem district for pick-up arrangements. All passengers should provide mobile phone or email address to the tour operator. The company will contact you directly after you make your reservation.. If you are vegetarian or have any special food requirements, please advise the local operator in advance.. You can also finish your trip in Ninh Binh
No 1 Trang Tien Str, Phan Chu Trinh, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi City.
Pick up guests from hotel at Hanoi Old Quarter or the meeting point at: No 1 Trang Tien Str, Phan Chu Trinh, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi City.