Vietnam · Rural Experiences

Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from HANOI (Group of 9 with Best Care)

11 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Small-group day tour from Hanoi with a maximum of 9 guests
  • 02 Visit a local farmer’s house and learn about rural Vietnamese life
  • 03 Cycle through Tam Coc’s countryside and karst landscapes
  • 04 Take a sampan boat ride along the Ngo Dong River
  • 05 See caves and limestone mountains in Tam Coc
  • 06 Hike to a mountain viewpoint for panoramic scenery
  • 07 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and the temple of Vietnam’s first Emperor
  • 08 Enjoy lunch with Vietnamese cuisine

Explore the highlights of Ninh Binh on a full-day journey from Hanoi, travelling in a small group for a more comfortable experience. Visit Tam Coc, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, and the surrounding countryside while learning more about local life, farming traditions, and Vietnamese culture.

Enjoy a bike ride through scenic karst landscapes, a sampan boat trip along the Ngo Dong River, and a hike up to a mountain viewpoint for sweeping panoramic views. Along the way, stop at a local farmer’s house for a warm welcome and a taste of Vietnamese cuisine.

Enjoy a bike ride through scenic karst landscapes, a sampan boat trip along the Ngo Dong River, and a hike up to a mountain viewpoint for sweeping panoramic views.

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, Tam Cốc-Bích Động
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

7h15 – 7h45 Pick up and depart for Ninh Binh province which is 100Km away from Hanoi. It takes 2 hours driving to Ninh Binh included 1 stop for short break on the way.10.15: Arrive Tam Coc Village, visit a local farmer’s house, be warmly welcomed with tradition tea and peanut candy. Widen knowledge about a typical farmers’ life in Vietnam, about the main business VAC (Garden-Pond-Cage). Besides, you will have a better understanding about worshiping culture of Vietnamese family. 10.45: Join in a bike ride to discover the natural beauty of the countryside, as well as the characteristic Karst terrain with the limestone mountain system. 12.00: Biking back to the local famer’s house then having lunch with Vietnamese cuisine. 13.30: Discover Tam Coc on Sampan boat, enjoy the beauty of caves, limes stone mountain on Ngo Dong river – which is called Ha Long on Land.Cycling to Hang Mua – climb to the top of the mountain, enjoy the panoramic view of Ninh Binh City and Tam Coc village.15.30: Visit Hoa Lu - the ancient Capital and the temple of the first Emperor of Vietnam 16.15: Departure for Hanoi.After 2 hours driving, we will back to Hanoi and drop off you again at Hotel between 18h30 PM to 18h45 PM, End tou

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

  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Old Quarter Area by Limousine Van
  • Small Group Tour with Best Care (Max 09 Guests)
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing as program
  • Authentic Lunch with Vietnamese Cuisine
  • Visit Hoa Lu Vietnamese Ancient Capital
  • Muve cave view point with hike up mountain
  • Boat Trip to visit Tam Coc to see nature caves
  • Experienced English speaking Guide with better care

What's Not Included

  • Beverages
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips for Guide/Driver/Local Service

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Ticket provides direct entry
  • We will pick up all customers from any 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 11 hours finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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