Vietnam · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Small Group Ninh Binh Day Tour to Hoa Lu Trang An from Hanoi

11 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Vietnam’s historic capital from 968 to 1010
02 Enjoy a Trang An boat trip through its UNESCO-listed cave system
03 Savor a buffet lunch with local Vietnamese dishes
04 Cycle around the village and countryside
05 Round-trip transport from Hanoi included
06 Travel with an English-speaking guide

Discover the highlights of Ninh Binh on a full-day trip from Hanoi, combining history, scenery, and local culture in one easy itinerary. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, then head to Trang An for a peaceful boat journey through its remarkable cave and river landscape.

Along the way, enjoy a buffet lunch with local dishes and take time to cycle through the village countryside for a closer look at everyday life in the area. With transport, guide service, and key sightseeing included, this tour offers a convenient way to experience one of northern Vietnam’s most celebrated destinations.

Discover the highlights of Ninh Binh on a full-day trip from Hanoi, combining history, scenery, and local culture in one easy itinerary.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hanoi pick up-Departure to Ninh Binh

7h30 - 8h00: Our tourist bus will pick you up at your hotel lobby in Hanoi Old Quarter for departure to Ninh Binh. You will have a short break on the half way for 30 minutes for relaxing.

Ninh Binh excursion- Hoa Lư ancient capital-Trang An A World Heritage Site

10h30: Visit Hoa Lư ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010.

You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty

11h45: Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice…. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch

13h00: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014.

Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system with 2.5 hours for the boat trip

15h30: Continue the tour cycling around the village to discover the life of the local people.

16h30: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi

18h30: Get dropped off at Hotel in Hanoi

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

Pick up and drop off at your hotel by Limousine Bus
English Speaking Guide & Entrance Fees as Program
Have a lunch with delicious local vietnamese food
Visit Mua Cave if choose tour option included
Boat Trip in Trang An if choose tour included
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital if choose tour included
Bike around the countryside in village (Optional)

What's Not Included

Beverage, Personal Expenses & Tips

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Infant seats unavailable
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Not stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Ticket provides direct entry
Pick up at your hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area between 07h05 am to 07h25 am. If you stay outside of Old Quarter, pick up at meeting point: Hanoi Opera House.

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