This was a great trip and one I would definitely recommend if you have some free time while in Hanoi!! Ninh Binh was such a beautiful and peaceful place to visit with some amazing scenery! We were able to see and do so much in such a short space of time! Our tour guided Tom Hanks (not the celebrity lol!) was incredible - he was helpful, knowledgeable and very kind! He worked hard to make the trip fun, enjoyable and interesting for us. He provided us with a straw hat and rain poncho each to keep as well bottled water. He was happy to answer any questions we had and kept us updated at all points throughout the trip. It was very interesting to learn about the fascinating Vietnamese history from him when visiting the temples. My favourite part of the trip was cycling through lotus gardens and mountains and admiring the scenery. We also really enjoyed the boat trip on Tam Coc where we got to see lots of beautiful natural scenery! Great food options too! Definitely recommend this trip!

Vietnam for explorers. Absolutely recommendable tour for everyone who wants to learn more about the country and the culture. There was a lot on offer and the program was tight. We move quickly from one activity to the next. Biking, hiking, canoeing or visiting a temple. There is something for everyone. However, we would only recommend this tour to sporty people (without children).

"Tom" picked us up at the hotel and was a very kind and genuine tour guide throughout the day, very informative and personal. He was from the Nimh Bin area and was very knowledgeable about the location. When rain meant we couldn't complete the full day activities he suggested alternatives. Very enjoyable day, attention to detail and personal service.