Vietnam · Boating

Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Hoa Lu Trang An and Mua Cave 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 and its historic temples
  • 03 Enjoy a Trang An sampan boat ride through the cave complex
  • 04 Cycle around the village and see local life
  • 05 Climb 500 stone steps at Mua Cave
  • 06 Panoramic views over Tam Coc and the Ngo Dong River
  • 07 Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant
  • 08 Round-trip transport included

Discover some of Ninh Binh’s most iconic sights on this full-day trip from Hanoi, combining history, nature, and light adventure in one rewarding itinerary. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital to explore the temples of Dinh King and Le King, then enjoy a scenic boat trip through the Trang An cave complex.

The day also includes a countryside cycling experience and a climb up Mua Cave for sweeping views over Tam Coc and the Ngo Dong River. With round-trip transport, lunch, and key entrance fees included, this tour is a convenient way to experience the highlights of Ninh Binh in a single 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, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư, Tam Cốc-Bích Động
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

7h30 - 8h15: Our transfer will pick you up at your hotel lobby in Ha Noi Old Quarter for departure to Ninh Binh. It takes nearly 2,5 hoursArrive 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. Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.Get on the bus go to Trang An Ecotourism for enjoying unique sampan to visit Trang An cave complex Continue the tour for 45 mins - cycling around the village to discover the life of the local peopleKeep 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. Get on the 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 4 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • FOR GROUP TOUR : Transfer by Limousine with P/U at Old Quarter Area Only
  • FOR PRIVATE TOUR : Transfer by Private Car with P/U all places in Hanoi
  • Lunch with Vietnamese dishes at local restaurant
  • English speaking Guide, entrance fees during the trip.
  • Biking Tour around countryside (This is included in tour)
  • Enjoy unique boat trip to visit Trang An Heritage Site (2.5 Hours)
  • Hiking up mountain to see wholeview of local area in 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 or Authentic Hanoi Travel Office if outside . 2-For Private Tour: We will pick up all the places in Hanoi City.

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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