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Immerse yourself in Vietnam’s cultural and natural wonders on this small-group luxury day tour from Hanoi. Begin your journey at Bich Dong Pagoda, an ancient sanctuary nestled into a limestone cliff, where you’ll explore the spiritual roots of Vietnamese Buddhism. Continue to Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and glide along serene waterways on a traditional sampan boat rowed by local residents. Marvel at the dramatic limestone peaks, emerald rice fields, and mysterious caves surrounding you. Enjoy a scenic bike ride through peaceful villages and lush countryside before visiting a local family home, where you’ll gain authentic insights into traditional Vietnamese life. Conclude your adventure with a hike up Lying Dragon Mountain (Mua Cave) to take in one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in Ninh Binh — the perfect finale to an unforgettable journey.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stayoutside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time.
Itinerary
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1Old Quarter
07:00 – 07:25: Our driver & tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km. Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Mua 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 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Ninh Hai
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Bich Dong Pagoda
On the way back, visit Bich Dong Pagoda under the introduction of our local guide. You will get to know more about Vietnam's history and understand the origin of Buddhism.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Trang An Grottoes
Come to restaurant, refresh and enjoy a special lunch with the local cuisine, featuring the yin-yang balance of the Asian culture. Arrive in Trang An and spend about 2 hours exploring Trang An, the core of a world natural heritage site, in a small boat rowed by local people. Visit many limestones, water caves, and temples along the Sao Khe River.
4 hours • Admission ticket included -
6Old Quarter
Leave Ninh Binh and drive straight back to Hanoi. 18:00 - 18:30: Arrive in Hanoi, drop you back to your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter. Trip ends.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- 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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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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