Start from Hanoi and choose up to 3 attractions, or start from Ninh Binh and choose up to 4 attractions based on your preferences.

Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Tam Cốc – Bích Äá»™ng – Ninh Bình, Việt Nam

  • Car

    (30 minutes)

    Ngô Äồng River

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Cooking class (2 hours)

    Optional

  • Ninh Binh

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (4 hours)

  • Car

    (30 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Tam Cốc – Bích Äá»™ng – Ninh Bình, Việt Nam

    Highlights

    • Discover hidden gems beyond the typical tourist path
    • Flexible private tour with English-speaking driver support
    • Customize from Hanoi, choose up to 3 attractions based on your preferences
    • Customize from Ninh Binh, choose up to 4 attractions based on your preferences
    Full description
    Custom your private tour with a private car/driver and choose 2–4 destinations based on your interests. You can travel by yourself with a private driver or add a local guide for deeper cultural insights and support in English.

    Classic Highlights
    – Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: Explore Vietnam’s first capital with ancient temples and royal history surrounded by limestone mountains.
    – Bai Dinh Pagoda: Visit one of Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist temple complexes with giant Buddha statues and panoramic views.
    – Trang An Boat Ride: Enjoy a peaceful sampan boat journey through caves, rivers, and dramatic limestone valleys.
    – Hang Mua Viewpoint: Hike to the top for one of the most famous panoramic views in Ninh Binh.
    – Tam Coc: Relax on a traditional rowing boat through rice fields and natural caves along the Ngo Dong River.
    – Bich Dong Pagoda – Discover a quiet ancient pagoda built into the mountainside with beautiful countryside scenery.

    Hidden Gems & Less Touristy Places
    – Thung Ui: A peaceful hidden valley surrounded by limestone cliffs, perfect for nature lovers and quiet scenery.
    – Secret Cave Trang An: Explore a less-visited cave area with a more adventurous and off-the-beaten-path atmosphere.
    – Thung Nham Countryside: Experience rural Ninh Binh with local villages, rice fields, lotus ponds, and peaceful cycling roads.
    – Vai Gioi Cave (hiking required): Climb stone steps to a hidden cave and mountain viewpoint with fewer tourists and rewarding scenery.
    – Dong Thai Lake: Enjoy a calm lakeside escape ideal for photography, sunset views, and relaxing countryside moments.
    – Van Long Nature Reserve: Take a quiet bamboo boat ride through wetlands and limestone mountains, with chances to spot rare langurs.
    Or: Rural Cycling Routes & Local Villages – Ride through rice paddies, local homes, feeding duck, buffalo fields, and authentic countryside life away from tourist crowds.

    Flexible & Comfortable Travel
    – Private transportation throughout the trip
    – English-speaking driver for local support
    – Add-ons private English-speaking tour guide (optional)
    – Flexible timing with no rush
    – Pickup & drop-off in Ninh Binh included
    – Returning to Hanoi?

    You may bring your luggage and keep it safely in the private car during the tour.

    After the experience, the driver can transfer you directly back to Hanoi for added convenience.

    Perfect For Travelers Who Want?

    – A more authentic and flexible Ninh Binh experience
    – Hidden places beyond the typical tourist route
    – Private comfort without fixed schedules
    – Photography, nature, and countryside exploration

    Private transportation (driver) during the tour

    Private English-speaking tour guide to accompany you at attractions (optional)

    Hotel pickup & drop-off in Ninh Binh

    Flexible customized itinerary

    Bottled water in the car

    Lunch (only for fullday option)

    Personal expenses

    Lunch & additional drinks

    Tips & gratuities

    Optional entrance fees based on selected itinerary

    Important information

    Know before you go

    • You may choose 2–4 attractions depending on timing and pace
    • Some locations may require light hiking or stair climbing
    • Boat ride tickets and entrance fees are paid separately
    • Comfortable walking shoes and sun protection are recommended
    • You may bring luggage if returning to Hanoi after the tour (if request)
    • A private English-speaking guide can be added optionally

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