Highlights
- Enjoy Scenic Trang An Boat Ride: glide through tranquil waterway, UNESCO World
- Discover Bai Dinh Pagoda - Visit the largest pagoda complex in Southeast Asia
- Explore Hoa Lư Ancient Capital - Step back in time to Vietnam’s first capital
- Conquer Mua Cave Viewpoint - Climb 500 steps to the top of Dragon Mountain
- Comfortable & Guided Experience Travel in comfort with an English-speaking guide
Description
08:00 – 08:40 AM – Hotel Pick-Up
Our friendly tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel or homestay in Tam Coc, Trang An, or Ninh Binh City. Get ready for a full day exploring the best of Ninh Binh’s history, culture, and landscapes.
09:00 AM – Visit Hoa Lư Ancient Capital
Begin your journey at Hoa Lư, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Discover historical temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le kings and learn about the country’s early feudal dynasties surrounded by majestic limestone mountains.
10:00 AM – Explore Bai Dinh Pagoda
Continue to Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia. Admire impressive architecture and spiritual symbols including:
Over 500 stone Arhat statues
A 36-ton bronze bell
The 100-ton Buddha statue gilded in gold
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and breathtaking mountain views surrounding this sacred site.
12:00 PM – Local Lunch
Savor a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant featuring special Ninh Binh dishes and vegetarian options available upon request.
01:30 PM – Trang An Boat Ride
After lunch, head to the Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location of Kong: Skull Island (2017).
Hop on a traditional wooden sampan boat and cruise along the serene river, passing through mysterious caves, emerald waters, and towering limestone karsts blanketed with tropical greenery.
03:30 PM – Mua Cave Viewpoint
Arrive at Mua Cave (Hang Múa), also known as the “Dancing Cave.” Climb nearly 500 stone steps to reach the top of Dragon Mountain, where a stunning panoramic view of Ninh Binh’s rice fields, rivers, and limestone peaks awaits. It’s the perfect spot to capture unforgettable photos, especially near sunset.
05:20 PM – Return to Hotel
Relax on the drive back to your hotel in Tam Coc, Trang An, or Ninh Binh City. End of tour with wonderful memories of Ninh Binh’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Includes
Hotel pick up and drop off
Luxury minivan with small group
English speaking Tourguide
Bottle of water
Visit to Bich Dong pagoda or Bai Dinh temple with your optional
2-3 hours Trang An boat ride
Mua Cave entrance ticket
Electricity car in Bai Dinh temple
Hoa Lu capital entrance
Lunch with set menu
Excludes
Personal Expense
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
