Day Trips From Day trips Nature & adventure Outdoor activities Landmarks & monuments Guided tours Outdoor sports Culture & history Tours Bike tours UNESCO sites Sightseeing Mountain biking

Discover the natural and cultural wonders of Ninh Binh on a day tour to Hoa Lu Ancient Town, Trang An, and Mua Cave with departure from Hanoi.

Highlights

• Embark on Trang An boat tour through hidden caves and towering limestone mountains
• Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital of Vietnam, where the first dynasties once ruled
• Savor a local cuisine buffet lunch with vegetarian options
• Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic vistas from the summit of Mua Cave
• Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Description

• From 7:15 - 8:00 AM: Meet your guide at your hotel and embark on a scenic 110km journey to Hoa Lu with a short break on the way. Enjoy the lush countryside during the drive. • Arriving in HOA LU Ancient Town, you will explore the beautifully preserved temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam built in the 17th century. This ancient city offers a glimpse into Vietnam's rich history and cultural heritage, and you will find out why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. • After that, you will CYCLE through the charming village, immersing yourself in the local culture, and local life and admiring the picturesque scenery. • Around 12:00 - 12:30 PM: Savor a delicious local BUFFET LUNCH at our restaurant. • After lunch, the bus will depart for TRANG AN. You’ll embark on a boat tour through the picturesque Trang An Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled amidst towering limestone mountains. This place was also chosen to film a part of the famous Hollywood film “Kong: Skull Island” in 2016. You will explore hidden caves, serene valleys, and lush limestone mountains in a 2-hour boat trip. If you choose HOA LU – TRANG AN option: • Around 4:00 - 4.30 PM: Return to Hanoi. After a 2-hour drive, you’ll arrive in Hanoi and the bus will drop you off at your hotel. If you choose HOA LU – TRANG AN – MUA CAVE option: • After Trang An, the bus will leave for Mua Cave, where you will embark on a hike of nearly 500 steps to the summit of Ngoa Long (Lying Dragon) natural limestone mountain. It will reward you with breathtaking panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, the river, and the rice valley. • Around 5:30 PM: Return to Hanoi. After a 2-hour drive, you’ll arrive in Hanoi and the bus will drop you off at your hotel.

Includes

Pickup and Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Round-trip Hanoi – Ninh Binh bus transfer and transportation during the tour Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine Bicycle for cycling Boat trip in Trang An Entrance fees for all the indicated sites English-speaking tour guide A water bottle on the bus

Important Information

• TRIP COORDINATION: Our team will contact you via WhatsApp before your pickup date to confirm details, give you guidance and support throughout the tour, and address your questions and requests. For more comfort during the drive and less pickup and drop-off duration, we suggest you choose the option with 'Limousine bus'. WHAT TO BRING: Hat or umbrella Long pants and dress Sunscreen and sunglasses for sunny weather Camera and phone with large storage IMPORTANT NOTE: During national holidays, there may be additional fees charged by the tour operator. We will inform you of any such charges when confirming your booking.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund