Experience a comprehensive full-day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. Explore Hoa Lu, the historic capital of Vietnam, to uncover its royal heritage. Afterward, enjoy a serene sampan boat trip through the UNESCO-listed, breathtaking landscape of Trang An. Finally, hike to the Mua Caves viewpoint for spectacular, sweeping views of the karst peaks and rice paddies—perfect for capturing memorable photos
Highlights
11 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
11 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hoa Lu ancient capital, Trang An Boat Trip, Mua Cave Exploration
Entrance fees
Buffet Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
Limousine Bus pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Professional English Speaking Guide
Cycling around the peaceful countryside
Free water on the Limousine bus
Personal Expenses & Drinks
Holiday Surcharge & Other services are not listed above
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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Experience a comprehensive full-day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. Explore Hoa Lu, the historic capital of Vietnam, to uncover its royal heritage. Afterward, enjoy a serene sampan boat trip through the UNESCO-listed, breathtaking landscape of Trang An. Finally, hike to the Mua Caves viewpoint for spectacular, sweeping views of the karst peaks and rice paddies—perfect for capturing memorable photos
Highlights
11 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
11 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hoa Lu ancient capital, Trang An Boat Trip, Mua Cave Exploration
Entrance fees
Buffet Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
Limousine Bus pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Professional English Speaking Guide
Cycling around the peaceful countryside
Free water on the Limousine bus
Personal Expenses & Drinks
Holiday Surcharge & Other services are not listed above
Itinerary
1
Old Quarter
7.00 - 7.30 AM: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km. Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax
2 hours and 30 minutes
2
Hoa Lu District
The first destination on this trip is to visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering the temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel the ancient atmosphere in Hoa Lu ancient capital
1 hour
3
Ninh Binh
Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods: goat meat, fried rice… Vegetarian food is always available at the buffet lunch
1 hour
4
Trang An Landscape Complex
Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as The World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system, so Kong's Movie Group chose this place for New Version of Kong in 2016 – “ Skull Island “. Boat trip to visit Trang An to see the amazing beauty of this landscape with many caves such as : Sang Cave (Light Cave), Toi Cave (Dack cave), Nau Ruou Cave (Cooking Wine), green river and natural view
2 hours
5
Ninh Hai
Continue the tour with 45 minutes cycling around the village to discover the life of local people
1 hour
6
Mua Caves
Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here
1 hour
7
Hanoi
Get on the Bus to return to Hanoi. 19.00 - 19.30: Arrive at Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip ends!
