Ninh Binh Day Tour: Explore Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave from Hanoi

Embark on a Ninh Binh day tour and escape from the bustling city of Hanoi. Explore Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave, experience rural life, enjoy local cuisine, and make new friends.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hanoi Opera House - We will pick up from hotels in Hanoi old quarter or Hanoi opera house in the morning
  • Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.
  • **Ninh Binh Mountain Side…
What's Included
  • Small water in the shuttle bus transfers
  • English Speaking Guide, Entrance, Boat trip & Bikes
  • Do not tip if asked by locals (at Tam Coc - we cannot stop them but warning to our tourist)
  • Please do not bike if you are not confident in cycling, or weigh over 80kg/175lb.
  • Note: Please contact us in advance by hotline/whatsaap/zalo or email to confirm…
What's Not Included
  • Beverages & Drinks
  • Surcharge: 10USD more per person on the lunar New year holiday: Jan - 28,29,30,31 & Feb 01, 2025
Additional Information

Escape from bustling big city in a full day
Visit Rural life & quiet places in Ninh Binh
Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.
Enjoy local lunch at the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice…
Enjoy Tam Coc boat trip to see amazing “ Halong Bay on land”
Cycling around the village to discover the life of…

Location
Kịch Hà Nội
Số 1 Tràng Tiền
We can pick up from hotels in Hanoi old quarter or Hanoi Opera house 01 Trang Tien street, Hoan Kiem district from 7.00 - 7.50 AM depending on the locations (Free). Please contact us in advance by phone/ whatsaap/ zalo or email to confirm pick up information!
Cancellation Policy

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

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Vic_g
Feb 16, 2025
It was a great experience... - It was a great experience was able to go to all the places listed a little bit more. Worth the money, highly recommended
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Glcollette
Feb 16, 2025
Full details on this excursion - Today, we had Victor as our tour guide for this excursion. He was very knowledgeable and gave great insight into Vietnamese culture and the sites we were visiting. The first stop was a rest and bathroom stop. If you are a breakfast person, don't wait for this place. You need to eat before you depart. The next stop was the bicycle shop. It is a quick 15 min ride. No worries, you can stay on the bus and everyone meets again at the Temple. A quick walk through the very busy temple, and then we all go back to the bicycle beginning for lunch. Yes, you have to drive your bike back the 10 min on a different route. Lunch was buffet style. Be careful. Drinks aren't included. They plopped a coconut in front of us. Cost 40,000 Ding each, sneaky. Then we went directly to the boats. It is indeed a 1:30 min boat ride. Great views, but like a boat highway. Rowers only do 1 trip every 2 or 3 days. Tips are expected for them to make a living. 50,000 each, no more than 200,000 Dong per boat. They deserve it, that is a long row. Next it is a short ride to Lying Dragoon Mountain. You will have about an hour to climb up. It is a medium to hard climb, be aware of that. If not, you can get a coffee at one of the many shops at the mountain base. If you are in shape, 1 hour is more than enough time to climb both peaks. Lastly, it is a 2 hour drive back to Hanoi. Hope this helps!
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Mdrbeachguy
Feb 15, 2025
Get on the bike and ride. - I didn't know what to expect when I signed up for this adventure. Victor our tour guide made it an incredible experience. I am a 62-year-old male US citizen. Victor tought us so much about Vietnamese history and specifically this area. 5 thumbs up for an incredible day.
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Lisa_n
Feb 15, 2025
Fun and full day! - We went with a group of 5 and had a blast! The area is beautiful and to be able to bike, hike, and ride a boat through it was awesome to take in different viewpoints. Victor was an amazing tour guide and we learned so much more about the history of the area and of Viet Nam. Great buffet for lunch as well! I would recommend this trip if you want to get in a full day in Ninh Binh. The ride in the shuttle was comfortable.
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Pissoffkkkkkkk
Feb 14, 2025
victor our guide was amazing - Excellent day out for a family of 5 adults - 3 big activities, amazing lunch and scenery and Victors insights, funny stories and Vietnam titbits made the travel time pass quickly
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342emman
Feb 14, 2025
Great day in Ninh Binh - We had a great time in Ninh Binh with our knowledgeable and funny guide Victor. Enjoyed our time cycling, boating and going on a short hike. Bus driver was also very calm and felt very safe.
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Oztraveller102
Feb 14, 2025
Excellent Day Trip with a very Happy Guide! - Excellent Full Day Trip out of Hanoi. Riding through the country to the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital was an absolute blast. Our tour guide Happy was very knowledgeable and an incredible photographer! The ride down Tam Coc river is a bucket list item and on this tour you're guaranteed only 2 people per boat so perfect for couples. A 500 stair climb at Mua Cave was the perfect way to end the day, spectacular 360 views overlooking the rice fields and a section of the Tam Coc river you will have just gone through. Buffet lunch was great & plenty of water provided, as well as a few snacks and treats along the way. Highly recommend this tour for anyone staying in Hanoi. (Ask for Happy, he was the best!)
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Yongkhun
Feb 13, 2025
Full day of excitement in the local Vietnamese nature and culture - Very well-planned day trip from Hanoi for those looking for immersing into local villages and surroundings with easy and little explanation outdoor activities on bicycles, boats and foot. Our tour guide Victor is particularly attentive, knowledgeable and keep sharing of Vietnamese history and stories. Highly recommended definitely!
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Peterseattle
Feb 13, 2025
Long day and very enjoyable !! - Our guide Victor (Vu) really made the trip excellent ! Smart, witty, funny, knowledgeable. Well organized. We were very happy with the experience.
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Christine_m
Feb 14, 2025
Ninh Bin day trip - Overall, my day trip to Ninh Binh was good, but it had some drawbacks. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking—the limestone mountains, lush greenery, and peaceful rivers made for an unforgettable experience. The natural beauty of the place alone makes it worth visiting. However, the food was a bit disappointing. I was expecting something more flavorful and well-prepared, but it didn’t quite meet my expectations. Another downside was the tour guide. While they were knowledgeable, they seemed to be in a constant rush, making the whole experience feel a bit hurried. I would have loved more time to fully enjoy each spot rather than feeling like I was running from one place to another. Despite these issues, Ninh Binh itself is an incredible destination, and I’d still recommend visiting. A more relaxed pace and better food would have made the trip even more enjoyable!
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