Vietnam · Cave Exploration

8-Hour Mua Cave and Tam Coc Tour from Hanoi with Ngo Dong boat trip

8 Hours Round trip from Ngo Dong River Moderate pace

Marvel at the amazing view from the Mua Cave

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire stunning panoramic views over the Ngo Dong River and Tam Coc from Mua Cave
02 Climb 486 stone steps to the top of Ngoa Long mountain
03 Take a rustic boat trip through Tam Coc's limestone caves and karst formations
04 Cycle through real villages and amazing landscapes in the countryside

Grab this great opportunity to enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the wonderful Ngo Dong River and Tam Coc's rice paddies from the top of Mua Cave. You will also take a rustic boat trip through Tam Coc to explore its beautiful limestone mountains and caves. This is a truly unforgettable experience in Ninh Bình from Hanoi.

Admire the majestic panoramic views of Tam Coc, with rice fields stretching along the Ngo Dong River.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Tam Cốc-Bích Động

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mua Cave, Tam Coc Boat Trip and Countryside Cycling

Pick up at 7:45 by your Vietnamese guide and drive from Hanoi Old Quarter to Mua Cave in Ninh Bình. Along the way, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the rural areas and stop for about 30 minutes to rest.
Arrive at Mua Cave. From here, you will enjoy a leisurely hike up 486 stone steps to the top of Ngoa Long mountain. Admire the majestic panoramic views of Tam Coc, with rice fields stretching along the Ngo Dong River.
Have lunch at a local restaurant near Tam Coc.
Enjoy a boat trip on the Ngo Dong River to visit Tam Coc (Three Caves), where you can see the beauty of the karst formations as you pass along their base and row into one of the many caves carved through the limestone.
Return to Dinh Cac wharf. If you would like to go biking, this is a great option. You will have the chance to visit real villages and admire amazing landscapes by bicycle for about one hour.
Take the coach back to Hanoi.
Arrive in Hanoi and finish the tour.

Where this trip takes you

Mua Cave summit, Ngoa Long mountain stone steps, Ngo Dong River rice paddies, Tam Coc limestone caves

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Ngo Dong River 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

English-speaking Vietnam tour guide
Transfer by A/C coach with water
Free pickup in Hanoi Old Quarter
All entrance fees indicated in our itinerary
Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant
Rowing boat trip in Tam Coc
Cycling in the countryside
Government tax (VAT) and service charges

What's Not Included

Beverages
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses
Pickup from hotels or stays outside Hanoi Old Quarter
All things not indicated in the itinerary

Know before you go

Special requests such as dietary requirements, vegetarian meals, or food allergies should be informed before your departure date.
Heavy luggage is not necessary during a 1-day trip, so you can repack and carry essential items such as a camera, sunscreen, and water.
At the weekend (every Fri, Sat, Sun), vehicles are not allowed in Hanoi Old Quarter, so pickup and drop-off will be arranged on nearby streets.
From April to October, it is good to pack a wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen (~SPF30). From November to March, warmer clothing is advised.

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