Private 1-Day Tour in Ninh Binh: Mua Caves, Trang An & Hoa Lu

11 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the best of Ninh Binh with a visit to the Dinh King Temple in the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Climb 500 steps to Mua Cave and reach Lying Dragon Mountain, where you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of Tam Coc Village. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese buffet lunch at a local restaurant before embarking on a captivating boat tour through the scenic Trang An Grottoes, famous for their tranquil waterways and stunning landscapes. This blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and authentic cuisine creates an unforgettable journey through the heart of Ninh Binh.

What's Included

All air-conditioned transport with experienced driver
Private transfer pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi
Cycle explore the Countryside and Local Family
Hoa Lu ancient capital, Boat Ride at Trang An, Mua Cave Exploration
Indulge in a Traditional Vietnamese Lunch
Professional English-Speaking Guide
All sightseeing and boat fees
Mineral water per person
Personal Expenses & Drinks
Holiday Surcharge & Other services are not listed above

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    We will pick you up from your hotel in the Hanoi. Please be ready in the hotel lobby, our tour guide will pick you up at the reception before departing for Ninh Binh Province. The drive will take approximately 2 hours.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Mua Caves

    Arrive at Hang Mua, "Mua Cave" one of the most alluring places to get the panorama view in Ninh Binh, hiking up to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain to take in your amazing views of the Tam Coc, Ninh Binh area.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Ninh Binh

    Take a bike and start riding around the village to explore the gorgeous rice fields surrounded by limestone mountains with a unique route and visit a local family in the Tam Coc area. They are a traditional Vietnamese family with three generations living together. Here you will get the chance to see the house’s architecture and their daily lives. Then enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch prepared with the traditional cuisine.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Trang An Grottoes

    Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as The world Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has the wonderful tunnel cave system so that Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for New Version of Kong in 2016 – “ Skull Island “. Boat trip to visit Trang An to see the amazing beauty of this landscape with many caves such as : Sang Cave (Light Cave), Toi Cave (Dack cave), Nau Ruou Cave (Cooking Wine), green river and natural view.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

    The first destination in this trip is visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering the temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel the ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Old Quarter

    At the end of the day, guests say good bye Ninh Binh and get on private transfer to Hanoi City. Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip end!

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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