Spend a full day in Ninh Binh exploring Hoa Lu – the ancient capital. Cycle through scenic paths, cruise along Trang An’s caves, and conquer the iconic viewpoint atop Mua Cave

Itinerary

  • 2 pickup location options:

    Hoan Kiem, Hoàn Kiếm Lake

  • Limousine

    (2.5 hours)

    Hoa Lu

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (100 minutes)

    Optional

    Hoa Lu

    Bike tour (40 minutes)

    Optional

    Ninh Binh

    Lunch (1.5 hours)

    Optional

    Trang An

    Boat cruise (2 hours)

    Optional

    Mua Caves

    Photo stop, Visit, Hiking (1.5 hours)

    Optional

  • Limousine

    (2.5 hours)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

          Hoàn Kiếm Lake, Hoan Kiem

Highlights

  • Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital from the 10th century.
  • Enjoy a boat ride through caves and rivers in Trang An.
  • Hike up Mua Cave for panoramic views .
  • Taste authentic Vietnamese dishes at a local restaurant.
  • Travel comfortably with round-trip transfers from Hanoi.

Full description

Discover the highlights of Ninh Binh in one day. Visit Hoa Lu, enjoy a Vietnamese lunch, cruise through the UNESCO-listed Trang An by sampan, and hike to Mua Cave for panoramic views.

PICK-UP & DROP-OFF INFORMATION :

▶ Round-trip Bus Transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter:
Pick-up time: 7:00 – 7:45 AM.
From 1 July to 31 December 2026, Hanoi restricts vehicles with more than 16 seats from entering many streets in the Old Quarter between 6:00–9:00 AM and 4:00–7:30 PM.
-Pickup: Depending on your hotel location, we will arrange the nearest convenient pickup point. You may be asked to walk 2–10 minutes from your hotel to the designated pickup location.
-Drop-off: As the tour returns to Hanoi at around 7:00 PM, if your hotel is within the restricted area, our guide and driver will drop you off at the most convenient nearby location, within a short walking distance of your hotel.

▶ Hotels outside Hanoi Old Quarter (Last pick-up):
Please come to:
– 120 Le Duan Street (Hanoi Railway Station)
– 84 Trần Nhân Tông Street
Pick-up time: 7:30 – 7:45 AM, Please be ready at 7:30 AM
✅ Morning traffic in Hanoi can be busy, so we recommend leaving a bit early to ensure you arrive on time 7:30 AM

NINH BINH TOUR :

09h15: Have a short break for relaxing & rest room at a stop-over about 15 – 20 minutes.
◆10h00- 10h30: Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, visit the King temples. Under the introduction of our local guide, you will get to know more about the Vietnamese history

Relax before lunch:
– A short bike ride with tour guide : Get on a bike and start cycling to explore the beautiful scenery and limestone mountains with a unique route (optional and free of charge)
– If you don’t wish to cycle, feel free to explore the village on foot or rest at a local restaurant

12h00: Enjoy Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant – goat meat dishes is the local specialty
( Vegetarian foods are avaiable )

◆13h30: Arrive Trang An and spend about 1h40 – 2 hours exploring Trang An– the core of natural heritage in a Sampan boat (4 people per boat), rowed by a local people. Explore the amazing cave tunnel system and passing through sacred temples associated with legends in the history of Trang An

◆Get back on the bus and continue to Mua Cave. Climb nearly 500 stone steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, where you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Tam Coc’s rice fields, winding rivers, and dramatic limestone karsts. It’s one of the most iconic viewpoints in Ninh Binh and a perfect spot to capture unforgettable photos before heading back to Hanoi

RETURN :

Leave Ninh Binh and drive back to Hanoi.
Arrival time in Hanoi around 7:00 PM – 7:35 PM. (depending on traffic):
“If you have an early bus, train, or flight after the tour, please bring your luggage with you during the trip”
Note :
✅ The itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather conditions or crowd levels at the attractions to ensure a more comfortable and enjoyable experience

Includes

  • English speaking guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off in the Old Quarter are provided by Dcar , limousine bus or shuttle bus, depending on the option you selected.
  • Mineral water on the bus
  • Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free lunch options available…
  • All sightseeing tickets and boat fees
  • Free using of hat/ rain-coat during the trip
  • Luggage storage available
  • Fri–Sun: Drop-off may be near your hotel due to walking streets
  • Drinks, travel insurance, and tax
  • Breakfast / Dinner
  • Tips ( Optional gratuities for Local Boat rowers and Tour staff )
  • Personal expenses and anything not mentioned in inclusions

Important information

Know before you go

  • From 1 Jul to 31 Dec 2026, Hanoi restricts vehicles with more than 16 seats from entering the Old Quarter between 6:00–9:00 AM and 4:00–7:30 PM.
  • Pickup: Depending on your hotel location, you may need to walk 2–10 minutes to a nearby pickup point.
  • Drop-off: As the tour returns to Hanoi at around 7:00 PM, if your hotel is within the restricted area, our guide and driver will drop you off at the most convenient nearby location, within a short walking distance of your hotel.
  • Your tour guide will confirm your pickup time via WhatsApp the evening before the tour. Please follow the guide’s schedule.
  • Meeting points (outside Hanoi Old Quarter), Please choose one of the following meeting points:
  • 84 Tran Nhan Tong Street.
  • 120 Le Duan Street (Hanoi Railway Station).
  • Please arrive on time—the bus cannot wait.
  • What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and some cash.
  • Mua Cave involves stairs and uneven paths.
  • Tourist sites in Ninh Binh may be crowded on weekends and public holidays.

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