Vietnam · Boating

Hoa Lu Mua Cave - Trang An boat ride Landscape

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

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam
02 Climb 500 steps at Mua Cave for panoramic views
03 Enjoy a Vietnamese buffet lunch at a local restaurant
04 Take a sampan boat ride through Trang An
05 Pass through caves in the Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex
06 See limestone mountains and the Ngo Dong River

Discover some of Ninh Binh’s most memorable landscapes on this full-day trip from Hanoi, combining history, panoramic viewpoints, and a scenic boat ride. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, then head to Mua Cave, where a climb of 500 steps rewards you with sweeping views over limestone mountains, the Ngo Dong River, and Ninh Binh.

After a Vietnamese buffet lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex for a sampan boat trip through caves and striking karst scenery. This itinerary offers a varied day out with cultural landmarks, light adventure, and beautiful natural surroundings.

Discover some of Ninh Binh’s most memorable landscapes on this full-day trip from Hanoi, combining history, panoramic viewpoints, and a scenic boat ride.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

TOUR ITINERARY: 7:30- 08:00: Pick up guests in hotels from Hanoi Old Quarter 10:20: Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital in the 10th century. See King Temple in the 17th century 11:30: Reach to Mua cave. Climb up 500 steps to enjoy the stunning view of Ninh Binh City, limestone mountains and Ngo Dong river 13:00: Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant 14:00: Enjoy the sampan boat trip in Trang An Eco-Tourism Complex and pass through caves and a stunning 1000 meters long cave 16:30: Leave Trang An for Hanoi 19h00: Tour ends. Finish an unforgettable trip!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 3 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned limousine bus round trip from Hanoi Old Quarter
All entrance and sightseeing fee
Buffet lunch featuring Vietnamese cuisine
Professional English speaking tour guide

What's Not Included

Beverages, tips & personal expenses
Pick-up and drop off outside of Hanoi old quarter
Others are not mentioned above

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
The Pick-up meeting point: 07:30-07:45: Hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter 07:50: Hanoi Opera House

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