Vietnam · Boating

Ninh Binh Small Group 1 Day Tour: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave

11 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave from Hanoi

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and its historic temples
02 Enjoy a sampan boat trip through Tam Coc's three caves
03 Cycle around the Tam Coc countryside
04 Climb Mua Cave's 500 stone steps for panoramic views
05 Taste a Vietnamese buffet lunch
06 Round-trip transport from Hanoi included

Discover the highlights of Ninh Binh on a full-day journey from Hanoi, combining history, river scenery, and countryside views. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, then continue to Tam Coc for a sampan boat ride through the caves and limestone landscape that make this region so memorable.

The day also includes a cycling experience around the Tam Coc area, a Vietnamese lunch, and a climb up Mua Cave for sweeping panoramic views over the countryside and Ngo Dong River. It’s a well-rounded small-group tour for travellers who want to experience both the cultural and natural beauty of Ninh Binh in one day.

Climb 500 stone steps, here you can see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hanoi, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

HANOI PICK UP

7h30 - 8h00: Our tourist bus will pick you up at your hotel for departure to Hoa Lu.

HOA LU ANCIENT CAPITAL

10h30 - 10h40: Arrive Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories of this two king in Chinese Wars. 11h50 - 12h00: Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.

TAM COC BOAT

13h00 - 13h05: Get on the tourist bus continue going to visit Tam Coc wharf for taking the sampan go along the Ngo Dong river to visit Tam Coc (three different caves). 15h00 - 15h05: Biking tour around Tam Coc Area and enjoy Vietnamese tea break.

HANG MUA-MUA CAVE

15h30 - 15h35: Keep going to visit Mua cave. The place attracts visitors with its many interesting stories. Climb 500 stone steps, here you can see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river. 16h45 - 17h00: Get on tourist bus to return Ha Noi.

19h00 - 19h30: Arrive Ha Noi, drop off at your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Tour finish!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi 3 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Limousine/Private Car Roundtrip Hanoi & Ninh Binh (Depend on each option)
FOR GROUP TOUR : Pick up time between 7h10AM to 7h20AM
FOR PRIVATE TOUR : Time Pick up: Depend on each time you book
Have lunch with Vietnamese Cuisine
Biking around the countryside (Optional)
Boat Trip Tam Coc, Visit Hoa Lu & Mua Cave viewpoint
English speaking Guide & Entrance fees as program

What's Not Included

Drinks for lunch, Personal Expenses & Tips

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
We will pick up all the guests in Old Quarter Hanoi. If you are outside, please come Hanoi Opera House for pick up point

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