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Ninh Binh Exploration: Day Tours from Hanoi Offering Historic and Natural Vistas
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Embark on a day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, a province in northern Vietnam known for its historic and natural beauty. Explore the ancient city of Hoa Lu and cruise along the Ngo Dong River to witness the breathtaking landscapes of Tam Coc, often referred to as the ‘Ha Long Bay of the interior.’ Choose from a variety of itineraries to suit your preferences.
Embark on a day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, a province in northern Vietnam known for its historic and natural beauty. Explore the ancient city of Hoa Lu and cruise along the Ngo Dong River to witness the breathtaking landscapes of Tam Coc, often referred to as the ‘Ha Long Bay of the interior.’ Choose from a variety of itineraries to suit your preferences.
Duration:
10 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Hanoi Opera House - A driver and tour guide will pick you up from hotels in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, with the last pick-up point being the Hanoi Opera House, before heading south to Ninh Binh Province.
There will be a short 15-minute break halfway through the journey. - Ninh Binh - There are six attractions: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Mua Cave,…
- Hanoi Opera House - A driver and tour guide will pick you up from hotels in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, with the last pick-up point being the Hanoi Opera House, before heading south to Ninh Binh Province.
There will be a short 15-minute break halfway through the journey.
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Ninh Binh - There are six attractions: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Mua Cave, Tam Coc, Bich Dong Pagoda, Bai Dinh Pagoda, and Trang An. Depending on the tour package you choose, the itinerary will include either 2 out of 4 or 3 out of 4 of the following attractions:
1- ITINERARY 1 - CLASSIC: HOA LU + TAM COC
2- ITINERARY 2: HOA LU – MUA CAVE – TAM COC.
3- ITINERARY 3: MUA CAVE + TAM COC + BICH DONG PAGODA
4 – ITINERARY 4: BAI DINH PAGODA – MUA CAVE – TRANG AN BOAT TOUR.
5 - ITINERARY 5: BAI DINH PAGODA – TRANG AN BOAT TOUR
6 - Private - Customized Tour
Note: After picking up guests in the Old Quarter area (or at the meeting point), the bus will head south of Hanoi with a 15-minute break halfway through the journey.
What's Included
- Admission for your selected tour option included
- Comfortable air-conditioned bus transportation
- Detailed itinerary provided for your chosen option
- Scenic boat trip experience
- Local Vietnamese cuisine for lunch
- Complimentary 0.5l bottled water daily on the bus
- Knowledgeable English-speaking guide
- Convenient hotel pick-up & drop-off in Old Quarter
- Admission for your selected tour option included
- Comfortable air-conditioned bus transportation
- Detailed itinerary provided for your chosen option
- Scenic boat trip experience
- Local Vietnamese cuisine for lunch
- Complimentary 0.5l bottled water daily on the bus
- Knowledgeable English-speaking guide
- Convenient hotel pick-up & drop-off in Old Quarter
What's Not Included
- Drinks, Gratuities, What not mentioned clearly
- Pick up and drop off at hotels located outside of the Old Quarter area
- 60,000vnd/2 ways Electric car in Bai Dinh pagoda (if you choose tour option 5 and 6)
- Surcharge 5US$/person for travelling during Lunar New Year from 09 February 2024 - 13 February 2024
- Drinks, Gratuities, What not mentioned clearly
- Pick up and drop off at hotels located outside of the Old Quarter area
- 60,000vnd/2 ways Electric car in Bai Dinh pagoda (if you choose tour option 5 and 6)
- Surcharge 5US$/person for travelling during Lunar New Year from 09 February 2024 - 13 February 2024
Additional Information
Just a mere 2.5-hour drive and 68 miles (110 km) from the heart of Hanoi, find yourself immersed in the captivating scenery of one of northern Vietnam’s most historical provinces. Ninh Binh is a common choice for travelers for its unique charm. Experience Hoa Lu, the ancient Vietnamese capital during the 10th and 11th centuries, and tour through the…
Just a mere 2.5-hour drive and 68 miles (110 km) from the heart of Hanoi, find yourself immersed in the captivating scenery of one of northern Vietnam’s most historical provinces. Ninh Binh is a common choice for travelers for its unique charm. Experience Hoa Lu, the ancient Vietnamese capital during the 10th and 11th centuries, and tour through the historic city, taking in the sights of the old Le and Dinh dynasty temples.
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In Tam Coc, you’ll be greeted with a delightful buffet lunch of traditional Vietnamese dishes. Post lunch, embark on a boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, taking in the breathtaking views of Tam Coc with its towering karst cliffs, verdant rice fields, and mysterious caves. The place gets its nickname, ‘the Ha Long Bay of the interior.’ from this surreal beauty. Don’t forget to visit the Mua Cave on Dragon Mountain.
This product offers a plethora of itineraries to choose from: - There are 5 attraction: Hoa Lu ancient captital, Mua Cave, Tam Coc, Bich Dong pagoda, Bai Dinh Pagoda, and Trang An. Depending to the tour option you choose, the itinerary will included: 2 of 4 or 3 of 4 attractions mentioned at What to expect. Please see description at each tour option
- Itinerary can change due to the weather condition
- Sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable shoes are recommended
- We recommended bringing a hat, umbrella, raincoat, sunglasses
Location
Vietnam Open Tour
Ngõ Hàng Hương
If you are staying outside of the Old Quarter of Hanoi, please go to our office at 7:10 am to join the tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(596 Ratings)
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E7188nptaylorp
Oct 6, 2024
2 Day 1 Night Ninh Binh Tour - The tour was well organized. We did the 2 Day 1 night tour. Our guides were David and Lee. Both of them were extremely friendly. The hotel was clean, with kind staff. The sites we visited were very scenic.
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Trek809169
Sep 29, 2024
My million Vietnam Hanoi travel, Vietnam Shield is exaggerated, tens of thousands. Spending more than 2 million Vietnamese shillings a day is simple. Some historical monuments are worth visiting and this trip is a Recommendation. The car is very comfortable, the schedule is reasonable, the guide is very careful, Recommendation for those who want to go - My million Vietnam Hanoi travel, Vietnam Shield is exaggerated, tens of thousands. Spending more than 2 million Vietnamese shillings a day is simple. Some historical monuments are worth visiting and this trip is a Recommendation. The car is very comfortable, the schedule is reasonable, the guide is very careful, Recommendation for those who want to go
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Nickycobithaf
Sep 24, 2024
Good morning experience - The view, the bus, the service is sooo much good, and our tour guide Mr. Tony is very nice and helpfully.
Having so much fun and new experience.
I’ll recommended this tour!
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747maharanib
Sep 24, 2024
Amazingggg - Wow what an amazing experience, tony helps us a lot. He such a good guide! Ninh binh is amazinggg. We will going back asap!
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Miyukin348
Sep 6, 2024
Had great experience - Mr. Noi
Our Ha Long Bay tour has been cancelled due to typhoon and we are going to join this tour.
It was a place I didn't know before I traveled, but I enjoyed it more than I thought.
A typhoon was visible from the top of the mountain, and after taking beautiful photos, a downpour came. Rain poncho is mandatory.
As it was the last day of the trip, there was no cash, so I would recommend taking some fine cash with you, as there was a charge for drinks and not tipping when boating.
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K9603flmattiab
Aug 16, 2024
Ninh Binh - Magic Journey - Ninh Binh is a magical place, we climbed the mountains to see all the panorama of the zone, we had also the opportunity to see many temples and pagoda. I really appreciate che bike tour and the boat tour...very funny and interesting. A special thanks to our guide Lee, he is very funny and he is very clear with the exploitation of the tour. Highly Reccomended! 🤟
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C6523kldeepakd
Aug 13, 2024
Ninh binh tour - We had a fantastic tour to ninh bin from Hanoi today .. fabulous scenery.. the guide Tony took care of us and had a good knowledge about the place.. thank you Tony .. it’s a must visit place!!!
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Nehahv1
Aug 6, 2024
Very beautiful and must visit - It is a very beautiful place. The tour guide Tony was very helpful and sweet. We had a lot of fun and the whole day was very smooth.
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636sarinas
Aug 6, 2024
Perfect Day in Ninh Binh with Tony - My Boyfriend and I expirienced a perfect daytrip to Ninh Binh. It's the perfect trip to escape the busy city. Tony organised everything for us. The price performance is very fair!
Thanks a lot Tony :)
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Traveler52187853026
Aug 1, 2024
Amazing Scenery and Enthusiastic Guide: A Perfectly Balanced Vietnam Tour Experience - We had great tour with a well balanced program, a great tour guide and overal amazing scenery.
The tour started with an early pickup by bus, avoiding the traffic and busy tourist crowds. During the right we heard some nice stories about Vietnam by Tony. We loved his guidance as much as he loves his job. That makes the tour so much better.
At the first destination we took the optional hike up the mountain staircase. Although a little intense, the panorama view made it totally worth it.
Next we visit the traditional, accident capital of Vietnam and it's temples. Again with a great explanation by Tony about the dynasties and history of the place.
On our way to the boat tour we stopped for a buffet lunch. It had a good variety with okay food and some nice options, but overall something nice for everyone.
The boat tour was great, the scenery perfect and the caves were exciting. The boat driver work hard, but are also very pushy to sell you souvenirs and ask for tipping. Nonetheless, the boat trip is definitely the highlight of the day.
Looking back what made this tour a great tour:
+ The happy & enthusiastic tour guide
+ The comfortable bus
+ The small group size (6 to 12)
+ The historic sites
+ The nature and sceneries
+ The overal balance between travel & activities, and nature & history
I can definitely recommend this tour. Especially with Tony as a guide!
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