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Escape the vibrant buzz of Hanoi for an unforgettable full-day discovery of Ninh Binh, celebrated worldwide as Vietnam's "Ha Long Bay on Land." Travel in comfort via the modern expressway in an air-conditioned vehicle. Step back in time at Hoa Lu, the 10th-century ancient capital of Vietnam. Board a traditional sampan boat rowed by a local through the mystical water caves and towering karst valleys of the UNESCO-listed Trang An Complex, savor an authentic Vietnamese buffet lunch, and hike up Mua Cave (Hang Mua) for iconic 360-degree panoramic views.
Highlights:
Visit the historic royal temples of King Dinh and King Le at ancient Hoa Lu.
Relax on a scenic rowboat excursion through the mystical limestone caverns of Trang An.
Savor a lavish Vietnamese buffet lunch featuring local regional specialties.
Hike to the top of Dragon Mountain at Mua Cave for the most iconic viewpoint in Vietnam.
Includes modern air-conditioned transport, entrance fees, and licensed tour guide.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick up and drop off at Hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter or meeting point at Opera HOuse
Itinerary
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1Hanoi
Stop 1: Hanoi Old Quarter Pickup & Expressway Transfer Duration: 2 hours | Admission: Free Description: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (7:30 AM – 8:00 AM). Enjoy a comfortable ride in a modern AC vehicle via the expressway to Ninh Binh with a short rest stop along the way.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Hoa Lu District
Stop 2: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes | Admission: Included Description: Visit the 10th-century capital of ancient Vietnam. Explore the historic shrines dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh while your guide shares fascinating royal history.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Trang An Grottoes
Stop 3: Authentic Vietnamese Buffet Lunch Duration: 1 hour | Admission: Included Description: Enjoy a generous buffet lunch at a local restaurant, featuring famous regional specialties such as mountain goat meat, crispy rice, and a wide array of vegetarian dishes.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Trang An Grottoes
Stop 4: Trang An Landscape Complex (UNESCO World Heritage) Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Admission: Included Description: Board a traditional bamboo sampan rowed by a local artisan. Glide along emerald waters, pass beneath mystical limestone caverns, see floating temple pavilions, and enjoy majestic karst views.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
5Mua Caves
Stop 5: Mua Cave (Hang Mua) Dragon Peak & Return to Hanoi Duration: 2 hours | Admission: Included Description: Hike up approximately 500 stone steps along the "Great Wall of Vietnam" to the peak of Mount Ngoa Long. Take in breathtaking 360-degree views over the Tam Coc river valley. Reboard your AC vehicle for the return drive, arriving back in Hanoi around 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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