Explore Ninh Binh’s Highlights on a Private Day Trip from Hanoi

5.0 (24 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration11h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

- Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
- Cycle through the countryside to Bich Dong Pagoda
- Enjoy a scenic Tam Coc boat ride
- Hike to Mua Cave viewpoint ( 500 steps )
- Savor a delicious Vietnamese set-menu lunch

Options

Private Car & Lunch only

INCLUSION: This option includes private car & Vienamese set menu Lunch, toll & gasoline fees
EXCLUSION: This option does not include Entrance tickets, Tour Guide, Tips, Personal Expenses, Drink during lunch
Pickup included

All-Inclusive Tour Package

Pickup included

What's included

  • Have a Vietnamese Lunch
  • Entrance tickets are included depending on the option selected.
  • Private SUV Car Transfer
  • English Speaking Tourguide
  • Bottles of water
  • Drinks during meal
  • Tips
  • Personal Expenses
  • Children over 1.2 m tall are charged as adults.

What to expect

  1. Hanoi
    2h 15m
    Guests will be picked up from their hotels or accommodations in Hanoi, then depart for Ninh Binh (approximately 2 hours), including a 20-minute break along the way.
  2. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
    1h 10m · Admission ticket included
    Visitors explore ancient temples dedicated to Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh, admire traditional architecture, and learn about Vietnam’s early history. Guests can also enjoy a relaxing walk, take photos of the limestone scenery, and join a guided tour for deeper cultural insights.
  3. Bich Dong Pagoda
    40m
    Visitors can enjoy a 30-minute scenic bike ride to Bich Dong Pagoda, one of the oldest and most beautiful pagodas in Ninh Binh.
  4. Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy lunch featuring Vietnamese cuisine and the best local flavors. After lunch , visitors can take a peaceful sampan boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, passing through stunning limestone caves and rice fields. The journey is often rowed by local people using traditional techniques, creating a unique and relaxing experience.
  5. Mua Caves
    1h 15m · Admission ticket included
    After the boat ride, continue to Mua Cave, where visitors climb nearly 500 stone steps to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views of Tam Coc’s limestone landscape and rice fields. The hike is a light adventure and a favorite spot for photography.
    Guests can also explore the cave at the base, stroll around peaceful lotus ponds, and enjoy the scenic surroundings—offering a perfect blend of exercise, nature, and sightseeing.
  6. Hanoi
    2h 15m
    After the hike, guests return to the car and travel back to Hanoi (approximately 2 hours).
    Guests will be dropped off at their hotels.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel pickup is available in Hanoi city center.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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