Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Ninh Binh Full Day Tour from Hanoi : Hoa Lu Tam Coc Mua Cave

11 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam
02 See the historic Dinh King and Le King temples
03 Enjoy a sampan boat trip through Tam Coc’s three caves
04 Cycle along quiet country roads and local villages
05 Climb 500 stone steps at Mua Cave for panoramic views
06 Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine included
07 Round-trip transport from Hanoi included

Discover some of northern Vietnam’s most iconic landscapes and heritage sites on this full-day journey from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, explore the historic Dinh and Le temples, and enjoy a scenic sampan boat ride through Tam Coc’s striking limestone caves and river scenery.

The day also includes time to cycle through the countryside and a climb up Mua Cave for sweeping panoramic views over Tam Coc and the Ngo Dong River. With transport, lunch, entrance fees, and an English-speaking guide included, this tour offers a varied mix of culture, nature, and light adventure.

Discover some of northern Vietnam’s most iconic landscapes and heritage sites on this full-day journey from Hanoi to 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

Day 01

7h30 - 8h15 AM: Our Tourist Bus will pick you up at your hotel for departure to Ninh Binh Place ( about 100km in the south of Hanoi City ). It takes nearly 2 hours driving to Ninh Binh included 1 stop for shoert break on the way10h30 - 10h40 AM : You will reach to Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories of this two kings in Chinese Wars.11h50 - 12h00: Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese Cuisine.

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: Enjoy cycling time in the quite country road to explore the daily life of the local villagers15h30 - 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.After 2 hours driving , we will back to Hanoi and drop off you at Hotel between 19h00 pm - 19h30 pm.

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

FOR GROUP TOUR : Transfer by Group Limousine, P/U at Old Quarter Area Only
FOR PRIVATE TOUR : Transfer by Private Car, P/U all places in Hanoi
Have lunch with local Vietnamese Foods
English speaking Guide during the trip.
Biking Tour option around countryside
Sightseeing & entrance fees as program
Enjoy boat trip to visit Tam Coc
Hike up top of mountain at Mua Cave
Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital of Vietnam

What's Not Included

Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses

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
1-FOR GROUP TOUR : We only pick up all the guests in Hanoi Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside . 2-FOR PRIVATE TOUR : We will pick up all the places in Hanoi City.

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