Ninh Binh Afternoon Trang An and Lantern Boat Cruise from Hanoi

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Duration10h - 11h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 999 travelers
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Overview

Escape the crowds and discover a different side of Ninh Binh on this journey from Hanoi. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel in comfort to Trang An, where you'll enjoy a peaceful boat ride through emerald waterways, hidden caves, and dramatic limestone mountains in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Continue to Hoa Lu Ancient Town to visit the tranquil Bac Pagoda (Bao Thap Ky Lan Tu), then climb around 100 steps to the top of Ky Lan Mountain for spectacular panoramic views over the ancient town and surrounding karst landscape.

As the town comes alive in the evening, stroll through its lantern-lit streets and discover Ninh Binh's vibrant food scene with several stops to sample authentic local specialties. Finally, board a traditional lantern boat for a relaxing night cruise, where you'll enjoy tea, local sweets, and release a floating lantern while admiring the magical riverside scenery.

Perfect for travelers looking to experience Ninh Binh beyond the usual day tours!

Options

Join-in Option

Join-in Option
Pickup included

Private Option

Private Option
Private boat : Private boat in Trang An
Private lantern boat in Hoa Lu
Private Car
Private Tour Guide
Pickup included

What's included

  • Vietnamese tea and light snacks/sweets on board
  • Light local dinner or street food tasting
  • Boat tour at Trang An
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Round-trip air-conditioned transportation
  • 01 bottle of drinking water per pax
  • Lantern night cruise with floating lantern experience
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages and additional drinks
  • Tips for guide and driver (optional)
  • Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions

What to expect

  1. Trang An Landscape Complex
    3h · Admission ticket included
    14:30 — Arrive in Ninh Binh: Experience Trang An Boat Tour — cruise through caves, rivers, and limestone mountains in the UNESCO-listed complex.
  2. Ninh Binh
    1h
    Light Vietnamese dinner at a selected local restaurant or street food tasting depending on your preference.
  3. Unicorn Mountain
    1h
    Bac Pagoda (Bao Thap Ky Lan Tu): Visit this tranquil pagoda beneath Ky Lan Mountain. climb around 100 steps to the top of Ky Lan Mountain
  4. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
    1h · Admission ticket included
    19:00 — Hoa Lu Ancient Town: Explore the illuminated recreation of Vietnam's former capital.

    19:30 — Lantern Boat Cruise: Glide along waterways with a floating lantern release, Vietnamese tea, and local sweets.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Transportation will arrive at the designated pickup location within the Old Quarter Area. Our Customer Support team will contact you in advance with the vehicle details and other necessary pickup information.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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