Hanoi Small Group Bich Dong Trang An and Mua Cave Day Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Old Quarter

  07:00 – 07:30 AM: Our driver and English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel or private address in Hanoi. Then we depart for Ninh Binh Province, with a short 15–20 minute break along the way to relax and freshen up.

  2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Mua Caves

  09:45 – 10:00 AM: Arrive at Hang Mua (Mua Cave), one of the most iconic and breathtaking spots in Ninh Binh. Begin your hike up Ngoa Long Mountain, where you’ll be rewarded with a stunning panoramic view of Tam Coc, rice fields, and the surrounding limestone landscape — a must-see highlight for photographers and nature lovers alike.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng

  Hop on a bicycle and ride through the peaceful countryside, following a unique route that winds through lush rice fields and majestic limestone mountains. Along the way, you’ll visit a traditional Vietnamese family home in the Tam Coc area, where three generations live under one roof. This cultural experience offers a rare glimpse into authentic rural life, local architecture, and the daily routines of a warm and welcoming family.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Bich Dong Pagoda

  Visit the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda with insightful guidance from our local tour guide, where you'll learn about Vietnamese history and gain a deeper understanding of the origins of Buddhism in Vietnam.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Ninh Binh

  Head to a local restaurant to refresh and enjoy a special lunch featuring authentic Vietnamese cuisine, thoughtfully prepared to reflect the yin-yang balance of traditional Asian culinary culture.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Trang An Grottoes

  Arrive at Trang An, the heart of a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, and spend around 2 hours exploring its breathtaking landscape on a small sampan boat rowed by local people. Glide along the peaceful Sao Khe River, passing through majestic limestone karsts, mysterious water caves, and historic temples — a truly immersive journey into the natural and spiritual beauty of Ninh Binh.

  2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 7
  Old Quarter

  After the tour, depart from Ninh Binh and enjoy a comfortable drive back to Hanoi. At around 6:30 PM, you’ll arrive in the city and be dropped off at your hotel or private address in the Old Quarter. Trip ends – thank you for joining us!

  2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Stroller is not accessible
• bicycle helmets provided and required; life jackets on the boat; safety briefing info
• pregnancy advisory (not recommended if pregnant due to stairs and cycling
• guidance for older travelers or those with mobility limitations

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