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Discover Ninh Binh in one day: visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, take a scenic boat ride in Tam Coc, and hike up Mua Cave for stunning views of the countryside and limestone mountains.

Highlights

• Visit Vietnam’s ancient capital Hoa Lu and its historic temples.
• Enjoy a peaceful sampan boat ride through the Tam Coc rice fields.
• Cycle through scenic villages and limestone landscapes (optional).
• Climb 500 steps to the top of Mua Cave for panoramic mountain views.
• Savor a buffet lunch with local specialties and vegetarian options.

Description

Start your day with a hotel pickup in Hanoi’s Old Quarter between 7:15 – 8:00 AM and depart for Ninh Binh. Due to a local regulation restricting bus pickups from 6:30 to 8:30 AM, you may be asked to walk a short distance to a meeting point if your hotel is on a restricted street. Around 9:15 AM, enjoy a short break at a rest stop (15–20 minutes). Arrive at Hoa Lu at approximately 10:00 – 10:30 AM, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century. Visit the temples dedicated to Kings Dinh and Le, and learn about Vietnamese royal history from your local guide. Before lunch, enjoy a short optional bike ride with your guide to explore the peaceful countryside and limestone mountains. If you prefer, you can walk around the village or relax at a nearby restaurant. At 12:00 PM, enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant. Try regional specialties such as goat meat. Vegetarian options are available. After lunch, take a sampan boat ride along the Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc for about 1.5 hours. Known as “Halong Bay on land,” this tranquil journey passes through limestone karsts and, in harvest season, golden rice fields. At 3:45 PM, board the limousine bus and continue to Mua Cave, where you’ll climb nearly 500 steps to reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain. From here, take in one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in Ninh Binh. At 5:00 – 5:30 PM, depart Ninh Binh for the return drive to Hanoi. You’ll arrive back in the city around 7:00 – 7:30 PM, with drop-off at your hotel. Tour ends.

Includes

English speaking guide Pick up & drop off in Old Quater area by limousine transfer. Mineral water on the bus Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine Free using of hat/ rain-coat during the trip All sightseeing tickets and boat fees

Important Information

• Pickup is available in Hanoi Old Quarter only. If you're staying elsewhere, please meet us at the Hanoi Opera House before departure. Pickup time will be confirmed via WhatsApp or email the evening before the tour. Be ready from 7:10 AM. If you and your friends book separately but want to join the same group, please inform us after booking. Children over 1.3 meters tall (even under 7 years old) are charged the adult price. Tour schedule and itinerary may change due to weather or traffic conditions.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund