Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu, Trang An/Tam Coc and Mua Caves Hiking Day Trip

Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Escape the hustle and bustle of Hanoi for a day and explore the beauty of the Ninh Binh countryside with a small group and a knowledgeable guide. Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, take a scenic boat ride through Trang An, and admire the views from Hang Mua, and other highlights of Northern Vietnam. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch and receive attentive attention throughout the tour.
-Enjoy small-group, round-trip hotel transfers in a comfortable minivan
-Learn more about the history of the places you visit from your tour guide
-Have a Vietnamese traditional lunch
-Marvel at breathtaking natural wonders, and experience the tranquil beauty of this region

Options

Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Day Tour

All included: 07:30: Pick up.
10:30: Visit Hoa Lu - Ancient Capital
11:30: Tam Coc Boat tour
Lunch
Air-Conditioned Bus: Take the modern co
Pickup included

Hoa Lu - Trang An - Hang Mua

Duration: 9 hours
Pick up: Pick up 07:30 at travelers hotel in Hanoi. Finish tour about 18:30
Car or bus: Depending on your group size we arrange the best comfort: 1-4 person 7 seats car. 5-9 person 16 seat bus. 10-15 people 29seat
Small Group Tour: Visit the best of Trang An, recognized by UNESCO as a mixed natural and cultural property in Ninh Binh province.
Pickup included

Hoa Lu - Hang Mua - Tam Coc

Small Group Tour: A small and private group for the best comfort and care from all of the services
Duration: 9 hours: Start the tour 07:30. Tour end 18:30
Modern comfortable transfer: Depending on the group size we arrange the transfer: 1-4 person 7 seats car. 5-9 persons 16 seat
Small Group Tour: Explore Tam Coc - a beautiful natural setting well-known as the Inland Halong Bay

Pickup included

What's included

  • Traditional lunch at the restaurant
  • Professional English speaking guide.
  • 1 water bottle in the bus
  • All entrance sightseeing fees and tickets
  • Cycling activity in Tam Coc (Depending on your option)
  • Transfer by air-conditioned Minivan or Car pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks and other meals

What to expect

  1. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: The former capital of Vietnam in the 10th century. As you walk through the area, you’ll come across ancient temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le kings, surrounded by scenic views of limestone mountains. The peaceful atmosphere and rich history of the place make it a fascinating start to the journey.
  2. Trang An Grottoes
    3m · Admission ticket included
    Trang An Scenic Landscape: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trang An is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and historical significance. The 2.5-hour boat ride takes you through ancient caves such as Bright Cave, Dark Cave, and Ba Giot Cave, which were once used as shelters during wartime. Along the way, enjoy stunning views of traditional villages, towering limestone peaks, and vibrant rice fields. The landscape is not only visually captivating but also holds deep historical and cultural value.
  3. Mua Caves
    2m · Admission ticket included
    Hang Mua (Mua Cave): Hang Mua is famous for its panoramic views of the Tam Coc area. To reach the top, you’ll climb 500 stone steps that wind their way up the mountain. Once at the summit, you’re treated to a stunning view of the lush valleys and rice fields below, with the striking limestone mountains in the distance. It’s a perfect spot for photos and to admire the surrounding natural beauty.
  4. Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
    2m · Admission ticket included
    Tam Coc: It is called the "Halong Bay on Land" due to its impressive limestone formations and serene rivers. You’ll take a boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, passing through three caves and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the surrounding countryside. The beauty of Tam Coc, with its rice paddies and towering limestone peaks, is truly a highlight of Ninh Binh.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Located in the heart of the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Easy for access for the meeting point with whom staying far from Old Quarter of Hanoi which our Bus could not pick up

End point

Located in the heart of the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Easy for access for the meeting point with whom staying far from Old Quarter of Hanoi which our Bus could not pick up

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

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