Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, explore the grand Bai Dinh Pagoda, enjoy a scenic boat ride through the mystical landscapes of Trang An, and hike to the top of Mua Cave for panoramic views.

Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Hoa Lư

    Hoa Lu

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

    Bai Dinh Temple

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

    Local restaurant

    Break time, Lunch, Guided tour (1.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

    Trang An

    Visit, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Scenic views on the way (3 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

    Mua Caves

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Sunset, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Arrive back at:

          Hoa Lư

Highlights

  • Trang An Scenic Boat Ride (UNESCO Site) : Glide through caves, rivers, limestone
  • Explore Vietnam’s first capital,rich with 10th-century temples and royal history
  • Climb 500 steps to the top of Hang Mua for the best panoramic view in Ninh Binh
  • Enjoy a more personal and flexible experience with a small group size
  • Bai Dinh Pagoda Complex Visit the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia

Full description

Duration: Full Day
Tour Type: Small Group
Pickup & Drop-off: Hotels/Homestays in Tam Coc, Trang An, or Ninh Binh City

8:00 – 8:30 AM | Hotel Pickup
Your tour guide and comfortable van will pick you up at your accommodation in Tam Coc, Trang An, or Ninh Binh.

Depart for Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.

9:00 AM | Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Explore Vietnam’s first capital during the Dinh and Le dynasties.

Visit the historic temples of King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh.

Learn about Vietnam’s early royal history and architecture from your guide.

10:30 AM | Explore Bai Dinh Pagoda Complex
Visit Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist pagoda, beautifully set at the foot of Dinh Mountain.

Highlights include:

500 statues of Arhats (La Han)

Two giant bronze bells (27 tons & 36 tons)

The Quan Yin statue with thousands of arms and eyes

Gautama Buddha statue

Take in panoramic views of the surrounding karst landscape and hear captivating Buddhist stories from your guide.

12:30 PM | Lunch at Local Restaurant
Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch featuring local Ninh Binh specialties.

1:30 PM | Boat Tour in Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex
Board a traditional sampan boat for a peaceful 2-hour journey through Trang An.

Glide through limestone cliffs, lush rice paddies, and serene rivers.

Visit the cave system: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, and Nau Ruou Cave.

Marvel at the natural beauty often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land.”

3:30 PM | Conquer Mua Cave (Hang Múa)
Hike 500 stone steps up Ngoa Long Mountain.

Enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view over Tam Coc, rice fields, and limestone peaks – a top photo spot in Ninh Binh.

4:30 PM | Return Journey
Relax in the van as you return to your accommodation.

5:15 PM | Arrival & Drop-off at Hotel
Tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or homestay.

Say goodbye to your guide and fellow travelers with wonderful memories.

Includes

  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • English speaking guide
  • Water on the van
  • Luxury Minivan
  • Small Group Experience
  • Visit to Bai Dinh Pagoda ( Electric car inside pagoda not include )
  • Visit to Hoa Lu ancient capital ( Entrance not include )
  • Visit to Trang An Landscape ( Boat Ride not include )
  • Visit to Mua Cave ( Entrance to Summit not include )
  • Personal expense
  • Trang An Boat Ticket : 300.000 vnd
  • Mua Cave Ticket : 150.000 vnd
  • Electric city car 2 way in Bai Dinh : 150.000 vnd
  • Hoa Lu Ancient Capital : 20.000 vnd
  • Lunch in local restaurant : 150.000 vnd
  • Tourguide will help you if you choose to visit either option

Important information

1. What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes

2. Know before you go

  • Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers (Mua Cave requires climbing ~500 steps)
  • Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities
  • Entrance ticket and lunch is optional ( not include )
  • The tour guide will arrange the sightseeing itinerary for you. If you choose not to visit any particular site, you will not need to pay the entrance fee for that location.

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