Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Ninh Binh Luxury Day Tour visit Hoa Lu and Trang An from HANOI

11 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh
  • 02 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
  • 03 Boat ride through caves and countryside scenery
  • 04 Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
  • 05 Optional biking around the village roads
  • 06 Roundtrip limousine bus transport included
  • 07 English-speaking guided experience

Leave the bustle of Hanoi behind and spend a full day exploring the cultural and natural highlights of Ninh Binh. This tour combines a visit to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital with time on the water among dramatic limestone scenery, plus a countryside bike ride for a closer look at village life.

With roundtrip transport, lunch, entrance fees, and an English-speaking guide included, it’s a convenient way to experience history, landscapes, and local atmosphere in a single day.

Leave the bustle of Hanoi behind and spend a full day exploring the cultural and natural highlights of Ninh Binh.

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, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

HANOI PICK UP

08:00 Picking up from hotel/stay.

HOA LU ANCIENT CAPITAL

08:30 Starting drive to Ninh Binh Province

10:00 Arriving at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

10:15 Visiting King Dinh and temple.

11:30 Arriving in Tam Coc Wharf.

11:45 Having buffet lunch with Vietnamese Cuisine.

TAM COC BOAT

13:00 Getting on Sampan boats through caves and visiting countryside landscape

15:00 Back to Tam Coc Wharf to chill out.

15:15 Biking on country road around village

16:00 Getting on shuttle bus to go back to Hanoi

18:30 Saying goodbye to you at your hotel/stay. Trip ends

Important note: Please check availability before booking this tour!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 4 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Roundtrip between Hanoi and Ninh Binh by Limousine Bus
  • Boat trip at Trang An if guests book tour included
  • Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital If guests book tour included
  • Visit Mua Cave viewpoint If guests book tour included
  • Bottled water on roundtrip transfer only
  • Lunch Meal, Entrance Fees & English Tour Guide
  • Biking around countryside is optional (You can do or not)

What's Not Included

  • Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips
  • Holiday Surcharge

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
  • We will pick up guests at hotels/stays in Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanoi, VN
Tour start
Hanoi, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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