Vietnam · Culture

From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Highlights Day Trip with Lunch

12 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam
  • 02 Hike to Mua Cave for panoramic views over Ninh Binh
  • 03 Enjoy a sampan boat ride through Tam Coc’s three caves
  • 04 Cycle through rice fields and local villages
  • 05 Explore the three-tiered Bich Dong Pagoda
  • 06 Includes Vietnamese set menu lunch
  • 07 Round-trip transport from Hanoi Old Quarter
  • 08 Led by an English-speaking guide

Discover some of Ninh Binh’s most celebrated sights on a full-day journey from Hanoi, combining history, nature, and local culture in one easy outing. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, hike for panoramic views from Mua Cave, and enjoy the peaceful scenery of Tam Coc on a traditional sampan boat ride through its famous caves.

The day also includes a Vietnamese set menu lunch and a cycling visit to Bich Dong Pagoda, where pagodas built into the mountainside create a serene and memorable setting. With round-trip transport from Hanoi and an English-speaking guide, this trip offers a convenient way to experience the highlights of Ninh Binh.

Hike to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain at Mua Caves for a spectacular panoramic view of the surrounding landscape.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

7:00 - 7:20 AM: Pick up guests in hotels from Hanoi Old Quarter and departure to Ninh Binh.10:10: Arrive at Hoa Lu. Visit the ancient capital of Vietnam, where you can explore historic temples and learn about the country's early history and the first Emperor of Vietnam.

Hike to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain at Mua Caves for a spectacular panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. The climb is rewarded with one of the best vantage points in Ninh Binh. Enjoy traditional Vietnamese set menu lunch at local Bungalow. Enjoy a sampan boat trip in Tam Coc, passing through three caves: Hang Ca- Frist cave, Hang Hai – the second cave and Hang Ba- third Cave.

Cycle through the rice fields and villages to visit the ancient pagoda- Bich Dong was built in 1428. Explore the charming Bich Dong Pagoda, a series of three-tiered pagodas set against a mountainside. The pagoda offers a tranquil atmosphere and stunning views of the countryside. Leave Ninh Binh for Hanoi after having a fair-well drink 19:00: Arrive in Hanoi, drop you back to your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter. Trip ends!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 4 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Limousine Van Pick up/ drop off from Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Discover Hoa Lu ancient capital, Boat Ride at Tam Coc, Mua Cave Exploration, Bich Dong Pagoda
  • Set menu Lunch
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Sightseeing fees

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses & Beverage
  • Holiday Surcharge & Other services are not listed above

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
  • We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hanoi..

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