Experience Northern Vietnam’s Unique & Treasured Destinations

Day tour to Ninh Binh from Hanoi without Mua Cave

  • Departure from: Ha Noi Old Quarter
  • 1 day
Prices starting from
US $50.00
US $33.00
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Tour Highlights

Embark on a captivating day tour to Ninh Binh from Hanoi, where you can explore stunning landscapes of limestone karsts, take a tranquil boat ride through the emerald waters of the Tam Coc caves, and visit the ancient

Tour Itinerary & Price

07h30–08h00: Get picked up by our friendly guide and depart for Ninh Binh province.

9h15: Have a short break for 15-20 minutes to relax.

10h30: Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
Here, we go cycling around the village for sightseeing and discovering the lives of the local people.

12h30: Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with many local foods, such as goat meat, fish,
chicken, and fried rice… Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch.

13h30: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5-hour bamboo boat. You will be captivated by the charming beauty of paddy fields, rivers, clouds, and a stunning cave system during the boat trip.
Everyone contributes to creating a masterpiece that the Vietnamese people refer to as “Ha Long Bay on land.”

15h30: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.

18h00: Get dropped off at a hotel in Hanoi.

07h30–08h00: Get picked up by our friendly guide and depart for Ninh Binh province.

9h15: Have a short break for 15-20 minutes to relax.

10h30: Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

Here, we go cycling around the village for sightseeing and discovering the lives of the local people.

12h30: Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with many local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice…. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch.

13h30: Visit Trang An, which was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2014.

Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system, so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the new version of Kong in 2016—“Skull Island.” The beauty here will captivate you during the 2.5-hour boat trip.

16h30: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.

18h30: Get dropped off at a hotel in Hanoi.

07h30–08h00: Get picked up by our friendly guide and depart for Ninh Binh province.

9h15: Have a short break for 15-20 minutes to relax.

10h30: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda—the most famous and biggest pagoda in Southeast Asia, with many records set, such as 500 stone arhat statues, a 36-ton bronze bell, a 100-ton Buddha statue, etc.

12h30: Have lunch in the restaurant with many local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice…. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch.

13h30: Visit Trang An, which was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2014.
Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system, so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the new version of Kong in 2016—”Skull Island.” The beauty here will captivate you during the 2.5-hour boat trip.

16h00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.

18h30: Get dropped off at a hotel in Hanoi.

Last updated: July 28, 2025

Important Notes

  • PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
  • Trip cancellation due to bad weather in northern provinces:
  • The cancellation decision is made by the government on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions, such as floods, storms, landslides… In such a case, we will make alternative travel arrangements for you on request or offer a refund in accordance with the booking policy.

Tour Inclusions & Policies

  • Limousine Bus with experienced driver
  • English-Speaking Guide
  • Free Wi-Fi & Water on the bus
  • 2-way electric car
  • Buffet Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
  • Free usage of hat & umbrella, raincoat during the trip

  • VAT 10%
  • Drinks for lunch
  • Tips for tour guide & drivers
  • Or anything is NOT mentioned above

  • Children from 10 years old are considered adults.
  • Children from 5 to 9: 75% of the tour cost for an adult (the second child will be charged the full tour cost)
  • Child under 5: Free of charge (If taking 1 more seat for child, extra fee 300.000 VND/Seat/Day)

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