Vietnam · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour: Hoa Lu, Trang An & Limousine from Hanoi

10 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day trip from Hanoi to Hoa Lu and Trang An
02 Explore Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital
03 Learn about the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties
04 Boat trip through the Trang An cave system
05 Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site
06 Enjoy lunch with local specialties
07 Round-trip limousine transportation included
08 English- and Vietnamese-speaking guide

Discover the highlights of Ninh Binh on a full-day journey from Hanoi, combining history, scenery, and a peaceful boat experience. Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, and learn about the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties before continuing into one of the country’s most striking landscapes.

After lunch, head to Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic limestone karsts, riverways, and cave system. Cruise by traditional boat through this spectacular setting and take in the natural beauty that has also drawn international film attention. With round-trip limousine transportation, a guide, entrance tickets, and lunch included, this is an easy and rewarding day trip from Hanoi.

Visitors will take a boat trip through this stunning location, basking in the breathtaking natural beauty surrounding them.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hanoi, Ninh Bình, Hoa Lư

Languages English, Vietnamese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Guests will be picked up by a friendly guide for their journey to Ninh Binh province. After a short break, visitors will learn about Vietnamese history during the feudal system under the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties as they explore Hoa Lu.Enjoy lunch with various local specialties in a restaurant before continuing on to Trang An, which was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2014. The fascinating tunnel cave system of Trang An was selected by Kong's Movie Group for the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island.” Visitors will take a boat trip through this stunning location, basking in the breathtaking natural beauty surrounding them.

The route