Ninh Binh Day Tour fr. Hanoi: Hoa Lu-Trang An- Mua Cave & Cycling

Duration12h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 32 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Ninh Binh on this full-day tour from Hanoi, led by an English-speaking guide and featuring 3 transport options to suit your travel style and budget:

• Shuttle Bus (30–32 seats)
• Limousine (17–22 seats)
• Premium Dcar (9–11 seats)

Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century & learn about the country’s early dynasties.

Enjoy a short bike ride through the peaceful countryside before lunch, offering a relaxing glimpse into local rural life.

Savor a delicious Vietnamese lunch featuring local specialties, with vegetarian options available.

Continue to the Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will take a peaceful boat ride through emerald waters, limestone mountains, caves, & temples.

End the day with a climb up Mua Cave, rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views over Tam Coc Valley, rice fields, and dramatic karst landscapes.

All entrance tickets and round-trip transfers from Hanoi are included.

Options

VIP 9 - 11 Seater Limousine

VIP 9 - 11 Seater Limousine: ✅ Enjoy a premium small-group experience with our VIP 9 - 11 seater limousine.
Pickup included

Budget Option: 32s Shuttle Bus

32-Seater Shuttle Bus: ✅ Includes round-trip comfortable Shuttle Bus transfer — an air-conditioned 32-seat vehicle from Hanoi Old Quarter.
Pickup included

Limousine Bus 17–23 Seats

Limousine Bus 17–23 Seats: ✅Medium-sized group experience (17 to 23 passengers): Travel in comfort on a Premium Limousine Bus.
Pickup included

What's included

Entrance fee
Hanoi Old Quarter pick-up & drop-off by Dcar / Limousine / Shuttle bus.
English speaking guide
Lunch
Mineral water on the bus

Personal expenses
Drinks for lunch
Tipping for tour guide & driver
Or anything is not mentioned above

What to expect

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
40m · Admission ticket included

10h00- 10h30: Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, visit the King temples. Under the introduction of our local guide, you will get to know more about the Vietnamese history.

Relax before lunch:
- A short bike ride with tour guide : Get on a bike and start cycling to explore the beautiful scenery and limestone mountains with a unique route (optional and free of charge)
- If you don't wish to cycle, feel free to explore the village on foot or rest at a local restaurant.
Trang An Landscape Complex
2h · Admission ticket included

12h00: Enjoy buffet lunch at a local restaurant – goat meat dishes is the local specialty
( Vegetarian foods are avaiable )

13h30: Arrive Trang An and spend about 1h40 - 2 hours exploring Trang An– the core of natural heritage in a Sampan boat (4 people per boat), rowed by a local people. Explore the amazing cave tunnel system and passing through sacred temples associated with legends in the history of Trang An.
Mua Caves
1h · Admission ticket included

15:30 - 16:00: Get back to the Bus then leave for Mua Cave. Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If your hotel is outside Hanoi Old Quarter, please arrive at 84 Tran Nhan Tong Street (Hotel du Parc Hanoi ) by 7:35 AM. Pickup: 7:35–7:45 AM. Morning traffic can be heavy, so please leave early. The bus cannot wait for late arrivals.

End point

If your hotel is outside Hanoi Old Quarter, please arrive at 84 Tran Nhan Tong Street (Hotel du Parc Hanoi ) by 7:35 AM. Pickup: 7:35–7:45 AM. Morning traffic can be heavy, so please leave early. The bus cannot wait for late arrivals.

Pickup details

▶ Round-trip Bus Transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter:
Pick-up time: 7:00 – 7:45 AM
Hotel pick-up is available for hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.
In some cases, if bus access is limited or your hotel is on a narrow street, we'll arrange a nearby meeting point within a short walking distance of your hotel and confirm the details before your tour.
Please provide your exact hotel address and a WhatsApp phone number so we can arrange your pick-up smoothly.
Drop-off: Around 7:00 PM. We'll drop you off at your hotel or the nearest convenient location.
✔️This restriction does not apply to Dcar 9–11 seat vehicles.

▶ Hotels outside Hanoi Old Quarter (Last pick-up):
Please come to:
- 84 Tran Nhan Tong Street ( Hotel du Parc Hanoi ).
Pick-up time: 7:35–7:45 AM. Please be ready at the meeting point by 7:35 AM.
✅ Morning traffic in Hanoi can be busy, so we recommend leaving a bit early to ensure you arrive on time 7:35 AM.
✅ After receiving your booking, we will contact you by email with your tour information and any important updates. Please check your inbox (and your spam/junk folder) before your travel date.

If you do not receive our email, please contact us via WhatsApp at +84 382 859 952.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Fri–Sun: Drop-off may be near your hotel due to walking streets. ( Night Market)
Tours may be delayed, canceled, or depart later due to weather or unforeseen conditions
Travelling with friends or family but booked separately? Please let us know in advance, and we will do our best to ensure your group travels together.
After receiving your booking, we will confirm it via Viator & WhatsApp. Please double-check your selected booking option to ensure it matches your preference and to avoid any confusion.

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

5.0 (895)