Ninh Binh Full-Day Small-Group Tour – Explore the Best Highlights

1. Hanoi
   3h
   Pick-up is available within Hanoi’s Old Quarter at designated meeting points between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM.
   For guests staying outside the Old Quarter, please arrive at the meeting point at 2 Co Tan Street by 7:30 AM. Your tour guide will meet you there between 7:30 AM and 7:45 AM.
   
   From there, enjoy a comfortable 2.5-hour drive to Ninh Binh, with a short rest stop along the way to stretch your legs.
2. Ninh Binh
   1h 30m
   Arrive at our restaurant in Ninh Binh, then take a bicycle to begin your journey to Hoa Lu. Enjoy a scenic ride through the beautiful countryside and limestone mountains along a unique route.
   If you don’t know how to ride a bicycle or you are not used to cycling, the driver will take you by bus instead. The bike ride is a short and optional activity for free, and we do not recommend it for those who are not comfortable with cycling.
3. Hoa Lu Temple
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Visit Hoa Lu - the historic temples of King Dinh and King Le. With insights from our local guide, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s rich history. After the visit, get back to the restaurant.
   Enjoy buffet lunch at a local restaurant – goat meat dishes is the local specialty (Vegetarian foods are available)
4. Trang An Grottoes
   1h 40m · Admission ticket included
   After lunch, head to Trang An or Tam Coc, depending on the itinerary option you select. Both destinations are famous for their breathtaking limestone karsts, peaceful rivers, and spectacular natural scenery.
   If you choose Trang An: Spend approximately 2 hours exploring this UNESCO World Heritage site on a traditional sampan boat rowed by local people (4 passengers per boat). Glide along the serene Sao Khe River, pass through dramatic limestone mountains, and discover a fascinating network of tunnel-like caves, including Sang Cave, Toi Cave, and Nau Ruou Cave.
5. Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   If you choose Tam Coc: Enjoy a scenic sampan boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, winding through lush rice fields and towering limestone cliffs. Discover the area's beautiful natural landscapes and pass through picturesque caves while enjoying the peaceful countryside.
6. Mua Caves
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Challenge yourself with a climb of nearly 500 stone steps to the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain, where a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of Tam Coc's limestone peaks and winding rivers awaits – a unforgettable highlight of the day.
7. Hanoi
   2h
   After a day of exploration, relax on the journey back to Hanoi, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel or meeting point.

Pickup details

Pick-up is available within Hanoi’s Old Quarter from 7:00am-7:30am. Due to new traffic regulations effective from 1 July 2026, tourist buses are not permitted to enter certain inner-city streets. Therefore, we may arrange a nearby meeting point within a short walking distance of your hotel.
Please provide your hotel address when booking. Once your booking is confirmed, we will contact you to confirm the exact pick-up point and time.

For guests staying outside the Old Quarter, please arrive at the meeting point at Opera House by 7:30 AM. Your tour guide will meet you there between 7:30 AM and 7:45 AM.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The bike ride is a short and optional activity, and we do not recommend it for those who are not comfortable with cycling. If you don’t know how to ride a bicycle or are not used to cycling, the driver will take you by bus instead.
• Guests with heart or blood pressure issues are advised to consider their physical condition before joining the hinking at Mua Cave activity.
• The boat trip in Trang An takes around 2 hours, so please consider this if guests are traveling with small children or babies.