Hoa Lu to Trang An and Mua Cave 1 Day Trip from Ha Noi

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12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Ninh Binh is home to a magnificent trio of destinations. Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, offers a historical journey with its temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le dynasties, set against picturesque rice fields. Nearby, the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, captivates visitors with its emerald waterways winding through towering limestone karsts. Experiencing it via a traditional boat ride is a must. Finally, Mua Cave (Hang Múa) provides a challenging but rewarding climb to a dragon-crested viewpoint. From the top, you are granted a breathtaking, panoramic view of the Trang An area, often dubbed the "Ha Long Bay on land." These sites together showcase Vietnam's rich history and stunning natural beauty.

What's Included

English Speaking Guide
All Entrance fees & sharing boat at Trang An
Full transfers Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi
Cycling activity
Free usage of rain-coat and conical hat during the trip
Buffet Lunch
Drinks
Personal expenses
All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above

Meeting and pickup

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

Our car will pick up you at the main gate Hanoi Opera House

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    7h15-8h00 : Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is about 120 km far from Hanoi Old Quarter. 9h00-9h15 : Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    10h15-10h30: Arrive Vietnam restaurant and start cycling 20 minutes to Hoa Lu ancient capital, then park the bicycle and walk to visit Hoa Lu. This is the first capital of Vietnam, you will be impressed by the outstanding architecture when entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17th century. (If you prefer not to cycle, we will transfer you by bus to Hoa Lu, where our tour guide will meet you and guide you to the temples. After the visit, we will transfer you back to Vietnam Restaurant) 11h30 : Continue cycling tour 30 minutes more around the village to discover the life of local people and come back to Vietnam restaurant. 12h00: Have Lunch at Vietnam Restaurant designed in a 5-star style. You can have a panoramic view of the poetic mountain and river scenery of Ninh Binh while enjoying the delicious foods.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Trang An Landscape Complex

    13:00 - 13:30: Visit Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 1.5 - 2 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which has a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mua Caves

    16h00-16:30 : Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave ( Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, and have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Old Quarter

    17h00 - 17h30 : Get on the Bus to return to Hanoi 19h00 - 19h30: Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip ends !

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
4WD Tours
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