{"id":843,"date":"2025-06-24T08:01:08","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T01:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mydc.vietnamprivatetours.com\/?post_type=vpt_thing_to_do&#038;p=843"},"modified":"2026-07-28T01:01:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T01:01:24","slug":"excursion-to-trang-an-hoa-lu","status":"publish","type":"vpt_thing_to_do","link":"https:\/\/mydc.vietnamprivatetours.com\/?vpt_thing_to_do=excursion-to-trang-an-hoa-lu","title":{"rendered":"Excursion to Trang An &amp; Hoa Lu"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"156\"><a title=\"Excursion to Trang An &amp; Hoa Lu\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vietnamprivatetours.com\/things-to-do\/excursion-to-trang-an-hoa-lu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"156\">Excursion to Trang An &amp; Hoa Lu<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"156\"><strong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"156\"> Caves, Pagodas &amp; Countryside Charm<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mydc.vietnamprivatetours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Trang-An-8x5-DN.jpg\" alt=\"Excursion to Trang An, Vietnam\" \/><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"156\">Escape the bustle of Hanoi on a full-day journey to the <a title=\"scenic province of Ninh Binh\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vietnamprivatetours.com\/places-to-go\/ninh-binh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>scenic province of Ninh Binh<\/strong><\/a> often called \u201cHalong Bay on land.\u201d This immersive day trip blends breathtaking natural landscapes, ancient temples, and peaceful countryside for a perfect cultural escape just two hours from the capital. Glide through mystical caves in Trang An, cycle past rice paddies and limestone cliffs, and explore the historical ruins of Vietnam\u2019s first capital, Hoa Lu.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"647\"><strong data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"647\">Excursion Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"1221\">\n<li data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"819\">\n<p data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"819\"><strong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"674\">Trang An Boat Ride:<\/strong> <a title=\"Explore a UNESCO-listed\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vietnamprivatetours.com\/travel-guides\/vietnam-unesco-world-heritage-sites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Explore a UNESCO-listed<\/strong><\/a> landscape on a traditional sampan boat, passing through dramatic limestone karsts, serene waterways, and hidden caves.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"906\">\n<p data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"906\"><strong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"832\">Lunch:<\/strong> Savor local Ninh Binh specialties at a charming countryside restaurant.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1056\">\n<p data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1056\"><strong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"933\">Countryside Cycling:<\/strong> Pedal along peaceful village roads, past rice fields and rural scenes, soaking in authentic Vietnamese countryside life.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1221\">\n<p data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1221\"><strong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1086\">Hoa Lu Ancient Capital:<\/strong> Step back in time at Vietnam\u2019s 10th-century royal capital, visiting historic temples and learning about the country\u2019s early dynasties.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1377\">Perfect for nature lovers and history buffs alike, this full-day tour promises a rewarding escape into one of <a title=\"Northern Vietnam\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vietnamprivatetours.com\/places-to-go\/northern-vietnam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Northern Vietnam<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s most captivating regions.<\/p>\n<p>Further reading: Vietnam&#8217;s national tourism board is available at <a href=\"https:\/\/vietnam.travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vietnam.travel<\/a>. 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