Vietnam · Cave Exploration

2-Day Trang An and Cuc Phuong Tour from Hanoi with Mua Cave

2 Days Round trip from Hanoi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Take a boat trip through the grottoes and caves of Tràng An
02 Explore Thiên Hà Cave, known as Galaxy Cave, with its sparkling stalactites
03 Cycle to Mua Cave and climb for a panoramic view of Ninh Bình
04 Trek along the forest trails of Cúc Phương National Park to see the ancient Chò-Chỉ tree

Visit Ninh Bình and explore the scenic waterways and limestone landscapes of Tràng An, where caves and rock formations rise from a vast network of canals and lakes. This 2-day tour combines boat trips through Tràng An grottoes and Thiên Hà Cave with cycling to Mua Cave and trekking in Cúc Phương National Park. Along the way, enjoy local Vietnamese food and discover some of northern Vietnam's most beautiful natural settings.

Visit Ninh Bình and explore the scenic waterways and limestone landscapes of Tràng An, where caves and rock formations rise from a vast network of canals and lakes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Cúc Phương National Park

Languages English, French, Vietnamese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hanoi to Tràng An and Mua Cave

Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi and drive to Tràng An.
Take a boat trip to the Tràng An grottoes and explore various caves in the region, including Sang Cave, Tối Cave, Ba Giọt Cave, and more.
Have lunch and taste Vietnamese food at a local restaurant.
After lunch, go on a cycling tour to Mua Cave.
Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Ninh Bình.
Ride through the fields and countryside.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Optional: Foot massage service available.

Day 02

Thiên Hà Cave and Cúc Phương National Park

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive to the dock.
Board the boat and sail to Thiên Hà Cave (Galaxy Cave). The cave is located on the hillside of the Tướng Mountain Range.
Explore the unique environment inside Galaxy Cave, with thousands of sparkling stalactites. These natural formations come in various shapes and sizes.
Have lunch at a restaurant near Cúc Phương National Park.
Start trekking inside Cúc Phương National Park. Follow the popular trails and see Chò-Chỉ, an ancient tree located inside the forest.
Drive back to Hanoi.