Ninh Binh Vietnam Full Day Tour

Duration: Full Day

Destination: Hoa Lu ancient capital - Tam Coc boat ride - Trang An Complex - Mua Cave

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Immerse yourself in the beauty of Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc, and Hang Mua cave when joining the Ninh Binh Day Tour from Ha Noi and also you can choose an itinerary in Ninh Binh that matches your travel style.

Tour brief

Ninh Binh Vietnam
If you are in Hanoi and want to find peaceful and beautiful places for a one-day tour, Ninh Binh is a great suggestion. Ninh Binh is home to many historical and cultural relics, as well as amazing landscapes for customers to discover. There are many famous natural sites: Trang An Complex, Mua Cave, Tam Coc, Tuyet Tinh Coc, Van Long Natural Reserve, Thung Nham Bird Park, and also cultural & historical sites: Hoa Lu ancient capital, King Dinh & Le Temple, Bai Dinh pagoda, Bich Dong pagod…The one day trip to Ninh Binh is best choice for any tourist who has not much time in the northern Vietnam.

1. Tam Coc – Bich Dong
Tam Coc – Bich Dong is a unique natural and spiritual tourist attraction in Ninh Binh. Tam Coc, often likened to Ha Long Bay on land, features a system of caves, mountains, and historical relics. Here, visitors can take a Tam Coc boat tour to admire the serene natural landscapes of the countryside. With rice fields on both sides, you will pass through majestic limestone cliffs and enter three caves adorned with impressive stalactite formations.

2. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex
Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, recognized by UNESCO, is an ecotourism attraction that combines spirituality and culture. Spanning over 2,000 hectares, it presents a breathtaking landscape of limestone karsts intertwined with valleys, submerged forests, archaeological remnants, temples, and pagodas. The natural scenery here is sure to leave you mesmerized, with a harmonious blend of green mountains, azure waters, clear skies, and golden rice paddies.

3. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
For a delightful Ninh Binh one-day tour, you must not overlook Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, a distinctive attraction imbued with cultural and historical significance. Built a thousand years ago, the ancient capital is surrounded by majestic mountains and interwoven streams. Additionally, don’t forget to visit the museum exhibiting historical relics excavated from archaeological sites and gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s history.

4. Mua Caves
Spending a Ninh Binh one-day tour to discover Mua Caves brings an opportunity to admire the poetic beauty of Tam Coc from above. This cave features millions of years of history and a unique geological structure. Trekking to Mua Caves, you will get to witness the beautiful natural scenery, take Instagram-worthy photos, and breathe in the fresh air to your heart’s content.

Itinerary

OPTION 1: HANOI - HOA LU - HANG MUA - TAM COC (L)
08h00: Our bus will pick you up at suggested hotels around the old quarter.
09h30: Visiting Hoa Lu- ancient capital of Vietnam from 986-1010. Where you can learn more about the first feudal government of Vietnam.
10h30: Visiting Mua Cave, where you can get the impressive panoramic view of Tam Coc and NinhBinh city when you reach the top point of Ngoa Long mountain.
12h00: Enjoy lunch with plenty of traditional foods such as: spring rolls, goat meat…etc.
13h00: Discovering Tam Coc on the sampan (bamboo boat). With nearly 2 hours, tourists will have chance to mix with the local life, river, limestone mountains, fields… Passing through 3 caves: Hang Ca- first cave, Hang Hai- second cave, Hang Ba- the third cave by boat will bring to you excited feeling
15h00: Cycling: With 1 hour of cycling you will be amazed by the beauty of countryside in the North of Vietnam. Our tour guide will introduce to you the architecture of the traditional house and the life of local family.
16:00: Sunset party at the swimming pool: After discovering the amazing beauty of Ninh Binh by walking, hiking, cycling, tourists can relax by swimming, drinking local tea, fresh fruits while the Sun is setting (swimming in the allowable condition)
16h45: Says good bye Ninh Binh
18h45: Finish your unforgettable trip at your hotel in Hanoi

Option 2: Hoa Lu - Trang An Grottoes - Mua Cave
08h00: Our Luxury Limousine and english speaking tour guide will come to pick you up at your hotels departure for visiting Hoa Lu ancient capital. It’s take more or less 2,5 hours from Ha Noi to Hoa Lu in Ninh Binh Province.
10h30: Arrive Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories of this two king in Chinese Wars.
11h50 : Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.
13h00: Get on the bus go to Trang An wharf for enjoying unique sampan to visit Trang An cave complex and the scene of King Kong film.
15h00: Biking around Trang An area and enjoy Vietnamese tea break.
15h40: Keep going to visit Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). The place attracts visitors with its many interesting stories. Climb 500 stone steps, here you can see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river.
16h55: Get on the tourist bus to return Ha Noi.
19h00 : Arrive Ha Noi, drop off at your hotel.
Tour finish!

Option 3: Bai Dinh Pagoda - Trang An - Mua Cave
08h00: Our Luxury Limousine and english speaking tour guide will come to pick you up at your hotels in Ha Noi old quarter (or pick you up from our travel office in the old quarter) departure for visiting Bai Dinh Pagoda. It’s take more or less 2,5 hours from Ha Noi to Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh Province.
10h30: Arrive in Buddha Prayer place in Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam with 10 meters in height, 100 tons in weight. You will have free time with our tour guide to visit this pagoda and learn more about buddism religion.
11h50: Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.
12h50: Get on the tourist bus continue going to Trang An wharf, take boat trip to visit Trang An cave complex and the scene of King Kong film.
14h50: Come back to Trang An wharf, take your bicycle to visit traditional villages around Trang An area.
15h35: Keep going to visit Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). The place attracts visitors with its many interesting stories. Climb 500 stone steps, here you can see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river.
16h45 : Get on our tourist bus to return Ha Noi.
19h00: Arrive Ha Noi, drop off at your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter.
Tour finish!

What to bring: A Cemara, A hat & sunscreen, An Umbrella or raincoat / Appropriate clothing for the season / Please not wearing shorts into temple.

Inclusions

Luxury Transport: Pick up and drop off at your hotels in Hanoi
Electric car visit Bai Dinh pagoda.
Boat trip to visit Tam Coc/ Trang An cave complex and the scene of King Kong film.
Sightseeing and entrance fees as per the mentioned itinerary.
English speaking tour guide.
Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.
Climb up to the mountain, visit Mua Cave.
A bottle of mineral water.
Bicycle ride.
Vietnamese tea break.

Exclusions

Drink, Tips for guide and driver. (tip is up to you)
Personal expenses, travel insurance.
Other things are not mentioned in our tour inclusion.

Hotels

Child Policy:
The rate for children applicable for one child (01) going with two adults in the trip.

FOC for under 4 years - old children, sharing with their parent.
Charge 50% for children from 4 to 8 years - old, sharing with their parent.
Charge 75% for children from 8 to 11 years - old, sharing with their parent.
Charge 100% for children from 11 years - old, charge the same as adult.
If you are a family of two adults and two children or 3 children. So you only have one (01) child paying with The Children Policy. The next child will have to pay as adult rate because we need to organize tour with enough seat and meal for your family. Please let us know in advance if you are of this family, so we can provide you suitable ideas for your family happy tour with us.

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