Hanoi to Ninh Binh Tour | A Must-Do Escape into Nature

Discover Ninh Binh on a Hanoi to Ninh Binh tour combining panoramic landscapes, local life and ancient heritage in one day. This Hanoi Ninh Binh day trip takes you to Mua Cave, countryside villages, Trang An and Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, with cycling, a local family visit, Vietnamese lunch and a scenic boat journey along the Sao Khe River.

• 1 Day
• Vietnamese lunch included
• Departure from Hanoi
• Pick-up option available in Ninh Binh
• Air-conditioned transfer
• English-speaking guide

Hanoi to Ninh Binh Tour Highlights

• Hike to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain at Mua Cave for panoramic views over Tam Coc and Ninh Binh.
• Cycle through villages, rice fields and limestone mountains before visiting a local family in the Tam Coc area.
• Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch featuring the yin-yang balance of Asian cuisine.
• Explore Trang An by small boat through limestone landscapes, water caves and temples along the Sao Khe River.
• Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and the temple of King Dinh to learn more about Vietnamese history.
• Experience a small-group Hanoi Ninh Binh day trip designed for a more personal journey.

Itinerary

Hanoi, Mua Cave, Local Family, Trang An, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

1. 07:15 – 07:45Pick-up in Hanoi

   Pick up from Hanoi and depart for Ninh Binh.

2. 08:45 – 09:30Pick-up in Ninh Binh

   Guests staying in Ninh Binh can be picked up from their hotel or private address and transferred to the meeting point.

3. 09:45 – 10:00Mua Cave

   Arrive at Hang Mua, also known as Mua Cave. Hike to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain for panoramic views across Tam Coc and the surrounding Ninh Binh landscape.

4. 11:00 – 11:30Cycling & Local Family Visit

   Start cycling through the village, passing rice fields surrounded by limestone mountains. Visit a traditional local family in the Tam Coc area, where three generations live together, and learn about their house, daily routines and local way of life.

5. 12:30 – 13:00Vietnamese Lunch

   Return to the restaurant, refresh and enjoy a local Vietnamese lunch featuring the yin-yang balance of Asian cuisine.

6. 14:00 – 14:30Trang An

   Continue the Hanoi to Ninh Binh tour at Trang An. Spend around 1.5 hours exploring the area in a small boat rowed by local people, passing limestone formations, water caves and temples along the Sao Khe River.

7. 16:00 – 16:30Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

   Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, and explore the temple of King Dinh with an introduction from the local guide.

8. 17:00 – 17:30Return to Hanoi

   Leave Ninh Binh and drive back to Hanoi. Guests using the Ninh Binh pick-up option can be returned to the meeting point in Ninh Binh.

9. 19:00 – 19:30Drop-off in Hanoi

   Arrive in Hanoi and drop off at your hotel or private address in the Hanoi Old Quarter. The Hanoi Ninh Binh day trip ends.

What to Bring

• Sunglasses
• Sun cream
• Hat
• Camera

What’s Included

• English-speaking guide.
• Pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter.
• 1 Vietnamese lunch.
• All sightseeing and boat fees.
• Cycling activity.

Children Policy

• Children under 4 years old: Free of charge for the first child travelling with two adults. The second child is charged 50% of the adult rate.
• Children from 4 to 7 years old: 70% of the adult rate.
• Children aged 8 and above: Full adult rate.

Cancellation Policy

• More than 7 days before departure: No cancellation charge.
• From 2 to 6 days before departure: 50% of the total rate.
• Less than 24 hours before departure: 100% of the total rate.

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