Vietnam · Boating

Ninh Binh Highlight 2 Days 1 Night Small Group Tour From Hanoi

2 Days Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu
  • 02 Take a sampan boat trip through the caves of Tam Coc
  • 03 Climb Mua Cave for panoramic views over Ninh Binh
  • 04 Enjoy biking around the Tam Coc countryside
  • 05 Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, one of the largest pagodas in Vietnam
  • 06 Cruise through the cave complex and waterways of Trang An
  • 07 Includes overnight accommodation, meals, and roundtrip transport from Hanoi

Discover the cultural landmarks and dramatic landscapes of Ninh Binh on this 2-day small-group tour from Hanoi. Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, cruise through limestone caves by sampan in Tam Coc, and climb the stone steps at Mua Cave for sweeping countryside views.

On the second day, continue to Bai Dinh Pagoda, known for its impressive scale and Buddhist statues, then enjoy a scenic boat trip through the cave complex and waterways of Trang An. With meals, transport, sightseeing, and an overnight stay included, this tour offers an easy way to experience some of northern Vietnam’s best-known highlights.

Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, cruise through limestone caves by sampan in Tam Coc, and climb the stone steps at Mua Cave for sweeping countryside views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động, Bái Đính
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Day 1 : Ha Noi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave - Ninh Binh (L,D)7h30 - 8h00 am: Our tourist bus pick you up at your hotel for departure to Tam Coc.9h30 - 10h00: Arriving Tam Coc. Take the sampan go along the Ngo Dong river to visit 3 caves.

11h15 - 11h30: Biking around Tam Coc.

12h00 - 12h15: Having a buffet lunch.

13h00 - 13h15: Our tourist bus take you go to visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam. We 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.

14h15 - 14h30: 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.

15h30 – 16h00: Get on our tourist bus go to Ninh Binh. Check in your hotel in Ninh Binh ,free time to relax .Dinner is service at your hotel in Ninh Binh. After having dinner free time to visit Ninh Binh city in the evening. Sleep overnight at your hotel in Ninh Binh.Boat Trip through threes small cavesAncient Capital of Vietnam in the past and Visit Dinh king temple and Le king temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories of this two king in Chinese WarsBeautiful Place for visitting and hiking up to top of moutain to see hole view of Ninh BinhOvernight at Hotel or Bungalow in Ninh Binh

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Day 02

Day 2 : Ninh Binh – Trang An – Bai Dinh Pagoda – Ha Noi (B,L)8h00 Breakfast is service at the restaurant, free time relax or visit Tam Coc town. 10h00 - 10h20: Our tour guide and tourist bus pick you up at your address to depart for Bai Dinh Pagoda.

10h30 – 12h00: Arrive in Buddha Prayer place in Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam with 10 meters in height, 100 tons in weight. 12h30: Have lunch in local restaurant with some local special dishes such as Goat meat with elderberry, pork …. 14h30: Depart to visit Trang An tourist attraction, take boat trip to visit cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou in mystery and wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers. Trang An is considered as Ha Long on the land. 16h00: Getting on the car for returning to your hotel in Ha Noi. 18:30 – 19h00 : Drop you off your hotel. Tour finish!The biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam with 10 meters in height, 100 tons in weightVisit Trang An tourist attraction, take boat trip to visit cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou in mystery and wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers. Trang An is considered as Ha Long on the land.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 5 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Comfortable Luxury Transfer Roundtrip (Small Group of 9 )
  • 1 Night Stay at Luxury Bungalow/ 4 Star Hotel (Depend each option)
  • Experienced English Speaking Tour Guide
  • All Entrance Fees & Sightseeing in Tour

What's Not Included

  • Beverages in Bungalow/Hotel, Personal Expenses & Tips
  • Motorbike, Animal Cart (7 USD – 150,000 VND/per)

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
  • Tickets provides direct entry
  • We will pick up all customers at hotels/ places in Old Quarter 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 2 days finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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