Ninh Binh 2 Days 1 Night Group Tour from Hanoi – Best Highlights

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration2 days
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesVietnamese, English
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Ninh Binh, located in the northwest of Vietnam, is one of the country’s most stunning destinations. On this 2-day tour, you’ll explore the region’s top attractions, including Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the scenic Trang An waterways, and the famous Mua Cave (Hang Mua), where you can climb to the top for breathtaking panoramic views of the Tam Coc landscape. The tour also includes visits to Thai Vi Temple, Bich Dong Pagoda, and Thung Nham Bird Park, home to thousands of birds in their natural habitat. Along the way, enjoy delicious local cuisine and relax overnight in comfortable hotels, bungalows, or homestays, making this an unforgettable cultural and natural experience in Ninh Binh.

What's included

  • Bottle of Mineral Water on transfer , Shared Boat Trip in Trang An & Thung Nham
  • Private Room with En-suite bathroom
  • Lunch
  • Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi - Ninh Binh with A/C
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch with delicious Vietnamese at local restaurant
  • Electric Car Ticket Bai Dinh Pagoda , Biking to visit the Thai Vi Temple and Bich Dong Pagoda
  • Personal Expenses

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave - Overnight in Ninh Binh (L/D)
  1. Old Quarter
    2h · Admission ticket included
    07:30 – 08:00: Your professional tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter before starting the comfortable journey to Ninh Binh province.
    09:15: Take a 15–20 minute break on the way to relax, enjoy refreshments, and prepare for the exciting day ahead in Ninh Binh.
  2. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
    1h · Admission ticket included
    10:30: Arrive in Hoa Lư Ancient Capital, the first centralized feudal state of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Here, you’ll explore the historical temples of the Dinh and Le kings and learn fascinating stories about the country’s early dynasties, including the Dinh, Early Le, and Ly periods. This is a perfect opportunity to dive deeper into Vietnam’s rich cultural and political history.
  3. Trang An Grottoes
    4h · Admission ticket included
    At 11:45, enjoy a tasty buffet lunch featuring local Ninh Binh dishes with vegetarian options available. At 13:00, explore Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location of Kong: Skull Island, on a scenic 2-hour boat trip through stunning caves and limestone valleys. By 15:00, continue with a relaxing 30–40 minute cycling tour around nearby villages to experience the peaceful countryside and local daily life.
  4. Mua Caves
    1h · Admission ticket included
    15:45: Transfer to Mua Cave (Dancing Cave), where you'll climb nearly 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain. From the summit, enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Tam Coc and the stunning limestone landscape below.
  5. Ninh Binh
    15h
    17:00: Return to the bus and transfer to your hotel, bungalow, or homestay in Tam Coc or Ninh Binh. Enjoy some free time to relax before dinner, which will be served at your accommodation. After dinner, spend a leisurely evening at your own pace and overnight stay in Tam Coc or Ninh Binh.
Day 2: Bich Dong Pagoda - Thai Vi Temple - Thung Nham Boat Trip - Hanoi (B/L)
  1. Ninh Binh
    4h
    Start your morning with breakfast at your hotel or bungalow, then get ready for the day’s adventure. At 08:30, meet your friendly guide and enjoy a cycling tour to Thai Vi Temple and Bich Dong Pagoda, home to one of Vietnam’s most beautiful caves. By 11:30, check out and savor a delicious lunch featuring local specialties such as goat meat, fish, spring rolls, and fried rice, with vegetarian options always available.
  2. Thung Nham Ecotourism Zone - Ninh Binh
    2h · Admission ticket included
    At 13:00, continue to Thung Nham Bird Valley and board a small sampan to explore Hang But (Buddhist Cave), a 500-meter cave adorned with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, including a Buddha-shaped formation beside an underground river. Visit the local tropical fruit orchard before enjoying the afternoon at the bird park. Glide quietly through Thung Chim, home to over 4,000 birds of 40 species, offering the perfect opportunity to take amazing photos and immerse yourself in the natural beauty and wildlife of Ninh Binh.
  3. Old Quarter
    2h · Admission ticket included
    16h00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi 18h30: Get dropped off at hotel in Hanoi

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us at Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside Hanoi Old Quarter

End point

Please meet us at Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside Hanoi Old Quarter

Pickup details

We will pick up the guests at hotels/stays in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
From
$165.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
More activities in Hanoi
From
$165.00 per person
Check availability