Discover Vietnam’s ancient capital and natural wonders on a full-day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. Explore Hoa Lu, Mua Cave, and Trang An by boat.
Discover Vietnam’s ancient capital and natural wonders on a full-day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. Explore Hoa Lu, Mua Cave, and Trang An by boat.
- Hanoi - 07:20 – 8:00 The tour guide and limousine bus collect guests from hotels in the Old Quarter area, then set off for Ninh Binh province.
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Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - 09:15 A short break of 15 – 20 minutes is taken to relax on the Expressway.
10:10 – 10:20: Arrival at Hoa Lu. Guests will explore Hoa Lu, the ancient…
- Hanoi - 07:20 – 8:00 The tour guide and limousine bus collect guests from hotels in the Old Quarter area, then set off for Ninh Binh province.
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Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - 09:15 A short break of 15 – 20 minutes is taken to relax on the Expressway.
10:10 – 10:20: Arrival at Hoa Lu. Guests will explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 986-1010, and learn about the first feudal government and a significant historical period of Vietnam. -
Trang An Landscape Complex - After a lunch break, the tour visits Trang An, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An features a stunning tunnel cave system, chosen by Kong’s Movie Group for the 2016 film “Skull Island.” The 2.5-hour boat trip showcases the beauty of the caves, mountains, and temples.
15:00: The tour continues with a 45-minute cycling journey around the village to discover local life.
16:30: Guests board the bus to return to Hanoi, arriving at their hotel around 18:30 (without the Mua Cave option). Alternatively, guests can choose to continue the tour with a third attraction - Mua Cave (Dancing Cave) after the Trang An boat trip. -
Mua Caves - For those opting for the Mua Cave viewpoint, after the biking activity, the bus heads to Mua Cave (Dancing Cave).
Here, guests can challenge themselves by climbing nearly 500 steps to reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of Tam Coc. Remember to capture stunning photos.
16:30: The bus departs for Hanoi.
19:30: Arrival in Hanoi concludes the tour. Looking forward to seeing you next time.

- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Boat trip in Trang An
- English speaking tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Air-conditioned Limousine bus
- Mineral water on bus
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Boat trip in Trang An
- English speaking tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Air-conditioned Limousine bus
- Mineral water on bus
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Personal expense & Tips
- Other service not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expense & Tips
- Other service not mentioned in the itinerary
Don’t let the chance slip away to appreciate the stunning natural beauty of our world. With our thoughtfully curated itinerary, we offer a trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, where you can explore the historic capital of Vietnam, Hoa Lu, and educate yourself about King Dinh and Le Temple. Moreover, you can capture some unforgettable images of the stunning…
Don’t let the chance slip away to appreciate the stunning natural beauty of our world. With our thoughtfully curated itinerary, we offer a trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, where you can explore the historic capital of Vietnam, Hoa Lu, and educate yourself about King Dinh and Le Temple. Moreover, you can capture some unforgettable images of the stunning landscape by ascending the rocky staircase to the Mua Cave. A boat trip in Trang An allows you to witness the unique scene of craggy mountains interspersed with plush greenery and crystal-clear valleys at the cliff’s base. Additionally, you get the chance to observe stalactites in the cave and have a rare moment to be lost in this panoramic paradise.
- We can pick up and drop off at hotel within Old Quarter area. There will be extra charge or we meet at meeting point if you stay outside; our operator will contact and let you know.
- Please wait at your hotel lobby before the scheduled pick-up time informed by our operator, we will not be responsible for your lateness.
- The order of activities can be changed depending on traffic, weather or other factors but we make sure you can visit all sites per program.
- Please take note on booking or let us know the day before departure if you have any request for food or other inquires
- You should wear comfortable clothes, bring hat, sunscreen and trekking shoes, do not bring too much belongings along.
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.