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Phat Diem Catheral and Tam Coc Private Day Tour from Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnamby Authentic Hanoi Homestay & Travel

  • 10 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Known as the most famous and beautiful churches in Vietnam, Phat Diem Stone Cathedral was designed with special architecture, combining architecture of Vietnamese religious buildings to Western church architecture style. Tam Coc Scenic Spot in Ninh Binh is known as "Ha Long Bay on Land" in Ninh Binh Province in the North of Vietnam. The whole area includes a system of limestone caves and historical sites related to the Vu Lam palace of the Tran dynasty of Vietnam.With a system of magnificent limestone caves, this place attracts a large number of tourists to visit every year. Take a day trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, a small town on the Red River delta in northern Vietnam. Visit Phat Diem Cathedral, the main place of worship for the province's 140,000 Roman Catholics. After a lunch of Vietnamese foods at a local restaurant, take a boat tour to scenic caves and grottos to appreciate the natural splendor of the region.

What's included

  • Lunch with vietnamese traditional dishes
  • English Speaking Guide during the tour
  • Visit Phat Diem Catheral & Boat Trip at Tam Coc
  • Bottle of water on roundtrip transfer
  • Private Car Transfer from Hanoi to Ninh Binh and Return
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing as program
  • Beverages and Personal expenses
  • Tips for driver/guide is appreciated

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Old Quarter

    2 hours

    We will pick up guests at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please ready at your hotel lobby, our guide will come and check your name at receptionist for departure to Phat Diem Catheral in Ninh Binh. It take about 2 hours drive from Old Quarter to Ninh Binh.

  2. 2

    Stop 2

    1 hour

    We will arrive Phat Diem Catheral is one of the oldest cathedrals in Vietnam, with the age of more than 100 years and guests can see the sublime combination of Eastern and Western architecture. Phat Diem Cathedral, also known as Phat Diem Stone Church, is a 22-hectare complex. It comprises several Catholic works and sanctuaries, such as ponds, lakes, churches, and artificial caves, which were erected between 1875 and 1899. Unlike the traditional architecture of other cathedrals in Vietnam, the highlight of Phat Diem Cathedral's architecture is the combination of Eastern and Western styles. The grounds of the cathedral include a main church, 5 small churches, a bell tower, and an artificial stone cave. There is a lake in front of the cathedral and a mountain behind.

  3. 3

    Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng

    5 hours

    Then we keep driving to Tam Coc Area is an appealing destination for visitors in Northern Vietnam. Guests will take a rest and have lunch at local restaurant with vietnamese traditional food. After lunch, guests will see the beauty of Tam Coc by bamboo boat. You will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy fields, river, water, cloud, sky, and a stunning cave system during the boat trip. All make a masterpiece that the Vietnamese people called “Ha Long Bay on land. The phrase “Tam Coc'' refers to three caves: Ca Cave, Hai Cave, and Ba Cave. They were created by the erosion of cliffs over millions of years by rain, waves, and geological changes. Visiting these marvelous caves is undoubtedly one of the top things to do in Tam Coc, Vietnam. And last, we continue the tour for cycling around the village to discover the life of the local people.

  4. 4

    Old Quarter

    2 hours

    At the end of the day, we will say good bye Tam Coc, Ninh Binh and get on private transfer back to Hanoi. After 2 hours drive, we will arrive at Hanoi and droip off guests at same hotel/places . End tour.

Meeting and pickup

We will pick up guests all places around hotels in Hanoi City. Please ready at your hotel lobby, our guide will come and check your name at receptionist for the tour.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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