From Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave Deluxe 1 Day

5.0 (7 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 100 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Escape the vibrant buzz of Hanoi for an unforgettable full-day discovery of Ninh Binh, often celebrated as Vietnam's "Ha Long Bay on Land." Step back in time at Hoa Lu, the 10th-century ancient capital of Vietnam. Board a traditional sampan boat rowed by a local through the mystical water caves and towering karst valleys of the UNESCO-listed Trang An Landscape Complex. Savor an authentic Vietnamese buffet lunch, and hike up 500 stone steps to the peak of Mua Cave (Hang Mua) for jaw-dropping 360-degree panoramic views over the Ngo Dong River.

Highlights
Visit the historic temples of King Dinh and King Le at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.
Relax on a 2-hour scenic rowboat
Savor a lavish Vietnamese buffet lunch
Hike to the top of Dragon Mountain at Mua Cave for the most iconic panoramic photo spot in Vietnam.
Enjoy peaceful countryside bicycle ride through rural villages and rice paddies.
Modern air-conditioned limousine bus transfer with Hanoi Old Quarter hotel pickup & drop-off.

What's included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Transportation (Limosine comfortable vehicle)
  • Entrance fees
  • Buffet lunch (Vietnamese cuisine)
  • Cycling activity
  • Sampan boat ride in Trang An
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off (Hanoi Old Quarter)
  • Tips and personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Hanoi
    30m
    Stop 1: Hanoi Old Quarter Pickup & Expressway Drive (7:30 AM - 8:00 AM)
    Type: Stop (30 minutes)
    Description: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy a comfortable transfer in a modern AC vehicle via the expressway to Ninh Binh with a short rest stop along the way.
  2. Hoa Lu District
    1h
    Stop 2: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
    Type: Stop (1 hour 15 minutes - Admission Included)
    Description: Visit the 10th-century capital of ancient Vietnam. Explore the historic shrines dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh while your guide shares fascinating royal history.
  3. Trang An Grottoes
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Stop 3: Authentic Vietnamese Buffet Lunch
    Type: Stop (1 hour - Food Included)
    Description: Enjoy a generous buffet lunch at a local restaurant, featuring famous regional specialties such as mountain goat meat, crispy rice, and a wide array of vegetarian dishes.
  4. Trang An Grottoes
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Stop 4: Trang An Landscape Complex (UNESCO World Heritage)
    Type: Stop (2 hours 30 minutes - Boat Included)
    Description: Board a traditional bamboo sampan rowed by a local artisan. Glide along emerald waters, pass beneath limestone caverns (Sang, Toi, and Ba Giot caves), see floating temple pavilions, and visit the Kong: Skull Island film set.
  5. Hanoi
    1h
    Stop 5: Mua Cave (Hang Mua) Dragon Peak & Return to Hanoi
    Type: Stop (2 hours - Admission Included)
    Description: Hike up approximately 500 stone steps along the "Great Wall of Vietnam" to the peak of Mount Ngoa Long. Take in breathtaking 360-degree views over the Tam Coc river valley. Reboard your AC vehicle for the return drive, arriving back in Hanoi around 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Meeting and pickup

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We will pick you up at your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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