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Depart from Hanoi for a flexible day trip to Ninh Binh. Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Hoa Lu, Mua Cave, and enjoy a scenic boat ride in Trang An or Tam Coc, with options tailored to your time and preference.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 1 day
- Check availability to see starting times
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Pickup is from hotels, hostels, or Airbnbs in Hanoi Old Quarter. Pickup takes place between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM
- Small group available
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
The Activity was perfectly organized from the start and the pick up instructions. Dolphin and Andrea were amazing! This is the first time we follow the program without "extra" tourist traps stops which waste time for the day. We were fighting against a heat wave and the guide was very mindful of that, still, we were able to see and do everything. The Trang An boat ride was the highlight of our Vietnamese your. Just a tip: the rowers have a very tough job to do, please have cash on you to give them a little tip at the end!
The tour was good and the guide explained everything clearly and interestingly about the history.The views were amazing. The bus was comfortable. Highly recommended!
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Itinerary
Pickup location:
Hoàn Kiếm
Bus/coach
(2 hours)
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Bus tour (1.5 hours)
Bai Dinh Temple
Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Self-guided tour, Electric bike ride (1.5 hours)
Mua Caves
Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Self-guided tour, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours)
Ninh Binh
Lunch, Free time, Self-guided tour (1 hour)
Trang An
Photo stop, Free time, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (80 minutes)
Tam Coc
Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Boat cruise, Self-guided tour (80 minutes)
Bus/coach
(2 hours)
Arrive back at:
Hoàn Kiếm
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Customize your trip with flexible options, catering to your time and interests
- Visit the Mua Cave and climb to the top for panoramic views of the area
- Benefit from round-trip transportation from Hanoi
- Enjoy a variety of specialty dishes from Ninh Binh at the restaurant
- Discover the karst landscapes of Trang An or Tam Coc on a boat ride
Full description
7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi.
9:30 AM: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist complex.
11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
1:00 PM: Trang An boat tour through caves and ancient temples.
4:00 PM: Return to Hanoi.
6:00–6:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi.
Option 2: Hoa Lu – Trang An or Tam Coc (2 Destinations)
7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi.
9:00 AM: Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and its historic temples.
11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
1:00 PM:
+ Choose Trang An: Boat ride through caves and limestone scenery.
+ Choose Tam Coc: Sampan boat ride through rice fields and caves.
4:00 PM: Return to Hanoi.
6:00–6:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi.
Option 3: Bai Dinh – Trang An – Mua Cave (3 Destinations)
7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi.
9:30 AM: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda and the largest bronze Buddha statue.
11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
1:00 PM: Trang An boat tour through caves and temples.
3:30 PM: Hike Mua Cave for panoramic views of Tam Coc.
5:00 PM: Return to Hanoi.
7:00–7:30: Arrive in Hanoi.
Option 4: Hoa Lu – Trang An or Tam Coc – Mua Cave (3 Destinations)
7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi.
9:00 AM: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and temples.
10:30 AM: Hike Mua Cave for stunning views.
12:30 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
2:00 PM:
+ Choose Trang An: Boat ride through caves and limestone scenery.
+ Choose Tam Coc: Sampan boat ride through rice fields and caves.
4:30 PM: Return to Hanoi.
7:00–7:30: Arrive in Hanoi.
Note: Itinerary may change due to traffic, weather, or site conditions, but all main activities will be included
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoan Kiem District
- Transportation
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees
- Hoa Lu Temple ticket
- Trang An or Tam Coc boat ticket
- Hang Mua Cave entrance ticket (for 3-destination option)
- Bicycle rentals (for Hoa Lu option)
- Lunch
- Bottled drinking water
- Drinks for lunch
- Tipping for tour guide & driver
- Electric car at Bai Dinh Pagoda: 100,000 VND/person
- An extra charge of 100,000 VND when traveling on 31/12 - 01/01/2025, 01 - 03/02/2025, 29/04 - 02/05/2025, and 02/09/2025. Pay directly on-site.
Important information
Know before you go
- As there are multiple options, we advise you to review the details carefully before booking
- Option with Bai Dinh Pagoda (electric car fee of 100,000 VND/person and cycling activities are not included)
- Trang An or Tam Coc will be arranged by the provider based on availability
- Note: Itinerary may change due to traffic, weather, or site conditions, but all main activities will be included
