Ninh Binh Highlights Day Trip from Hanoi
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic boat ride through Tam Coc's limestone caves
- Explore the ancient temples of Hoa Lu
- Hike to Mua Cave's panoramic viewpoint
- Cycle through picturesque rural landscapes
- Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Hanoi
- Guided boat tour through Tam Coc's limestone caves
- Visit to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and Mua Cave viewpoint
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
7.00 – 07:15: Pick up guests in hotels from Hanoi Old Quarter 09:15: Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient capital, Visit Dinh King temple 10:30: Visit Mua Cave and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic river and mountains view by climb 500 steps up tp Lying Dragon Mountain 12:00: Enjoy traditional Vietnamese set menu lunch at local Bungalow 13:15: Enjoy a sampan boat trip in Tam Coc, passing through three caves: Hang Ca- Frist cave, Hang Hai – the second cave and Hang Ba- third Cave. 15:00: Cycle through the rice fields and villages to visit Bich Dong Pagoda 15:30: Visit the ancient pagoda- Bich Dong was built in 1428. Then Cyling through villages back to the parking area. 16:00: Leave Tam Coc for Hanoi after having a fair-well drink 18:30: The tour is ended in Hanoi
Visit the first ancient capital of Vietnam in 10th and 11th century. You will hang out about 45 minutes to see Dinh King temple at the mountainous area
-Hiking 500 steps to the top of the mountain to enjoy the breaktaking views of river, mountain and Ninh Binh City - Visit dry Cave - Visit lotus farm with colorful flowers with amazing photos in the lotus season in the summer
Have a sampan boat trip on Ngo Dong River to pass three emeral water caves, among limestone mountains and rice field by local rowers.
Visit an ancient pagoda, was built in 1428 in the village. Climb 200 steps to see three parts of pagoda: the lower pagoda at the foot of mountain, the middle pagoda at the half of mountain and the top pagoda on the top of mountain.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour involves moderate physical activity, including walking and cycling.
- Vegetarian meal options are available upon request; please inform in advance.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for the forecast.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes suitable for walking and cycling.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent for sun protection and comfort.
- Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Traveler reviews
Loved it!
Fantastic day out. Great experiences. And Steven, our guide, was brilliant. Would thoroughly recommend!
Excellent Tour with a Great Guide
This is a great tour if you want to learn more about Vietnam’s history and culture. We started with a guided visit to a temple, where our guide shared the fascinating history. After that, we climbed the steep steps to the famous Lying Dragon viewpoint, which rewarded us with breathtaking panoramic views. The tour continued with a peaceful boat ride along the river, followed by a delicious local lunch. We then enjoyed a relaxing bike ride while learning more about Buddhism and its importance in Vietnamese culture. As a fun bonus, we even came across a group of ducks on our way back! Our guide was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a well-organized tour were you experience a lot in a short time. I would definitely recommend it.
Great day trip to the beautiful Nimh Binh!
Great day tour of Nimh Binh from Hanoi, picked up from the hotel in a lovely air conditioned car. She then guided us well through the day, giving information and advice on all the activities including climbing to the dragon on the Mountain. Highly recommend this trip and the lovely Jerry and driver Tom. Had a fabulous day creating forever memories.
Ninh binh for the day…..
A wonderful trip. Well organised, a knowledgeable guide in Jerry who couldn’t do more to help us understand the history and culture of the former capital. Food was good and the boat trip combined with the cycling ended the day beautifully. If you can get her to be your guide you will not be disappointed. Thank you for the day and experience in Ninh Binh.
Thank you Jerry for an amazing Ninh Binh experience
I had a great experience on the Ninh Binh day tour, largely thanks to our guide, Jerry. From pickup in Hanoi to the return in the evening, she was friendly, knowledgeable, and well-organized. She shared interesting insights at each stop, from Hoa Lu Ancient Capital to Bich Dong, which really added to the day. The schedule was handled perfectly, we never felt rushed but still had plenty of time to enjoy everything. Jerry was approachable and happy to answer questions throughout, and her enthusiasm made the whole experience even better. I’d definitely recommend this tour, especially if you get Jerry as your guide.