Ninh Binh Full-Day Guided Small-Group Tour of 9 Including Mua Cave, Tam Coc, and Hoa Lu from Hanoi
by Vietnam Stunning Travel
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This full-day small-group tour includes up to nine travelers and lasts about eleven hours, starting with a pickup in Hanoi between 7:15 and 7:45 AM. The group travels by air-conditioned vehicle to Ninh Binh, stopping around 9:00 AM for a restroom break and local coffee. At 10:00 AM, the tour reaches Mua Cave, where participants climb to the top of the mountain to see panoramic views of Ninh Binh City and the surrounding limestone mountain system. Around 11:15 AM, the group cycles on flat terrain near rice fields and limestone formations for about one hour; those who prefer not to cycle can relax at a nearby restaurant. Lunch with Vietnamese dishes is served at 12:15 PM. At 1:30 PM, the tour continues with a boat ride on the calm river at Tam Coc, known as “Halong on land,” passing through caves and limestone mountains. At 3:30 PM, the group visits Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, where the guide explains the history of the first emperor and the three dynasties associated with the area. Visitors explore the temple dedicated to the first emperor and learn about Vietnamese culture and temple architecture. Activities in Ninh Binh conclude at 4:15 PM, followed by the return trip to Hanoi, arriving around 6:00 PM with drop-off at the hotel or another location. The tour includes an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, lunch, bottled water (three bottles per person), rain gear such as umbrellas and ponchos, seat cushions, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle for the group of nine. Drinks, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver are not included.
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Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
Pickup from Hanoi between 7:15 and 7:45 AM, then travel to Ninh Binh with a stop for restroom and local coffee around 9 AM. Arrive at Mua Cave at 10 AM to climb to the mountain top for views of Ninh Binh city and Tam Coc village. At 11:15, cycle through countryside and limestone mountain terrain around rice fields. Lunch follows at 12:15 with Vietnamese dishes. At 1:30 PM, enjoy a Sampan boat ride on the river at Tam Coc, passing caves and limestone formations.
480 min
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient capital at 3:30 PM. The guide provides information about Vietnam's first emperor and the three dynasties of the area. Visit the temple dedicated to the first emperor and learn about local culture and temple architecture. Activities end at 4:15 PM, then depart for Hanoi, arriving around 6 PM with drop-off at your hotel or chosen location.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Ninh Binh Full-Day Guided Small-Group Tour of 9 Including Mua Cave, Tam Coc, and Hoa Lu from Hanoi
by Vietnam Stunning Travel
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$170Overview
This full-day small-group tour includes up to nine travelers and lasts about eleven hours, starting with a pickup in Hanoi between 7:15 and 7:45 AM. The group travels by air-conditioned vehicle to Ninh Binh, stopping around 9:00 AM for a restroom break and local coffee. At 10:00 AM, the tour reaches Mua Cave, where participants climb to the top of the mountain to see panoramic views of Ninh Binh City and the surrounding limestone mountain system. Around 11:15 AM, the group cycles on flat terrain near rice fields and limestone formations for about one hour; those who prefer not to cycle can relax at a nearby restaurant. Lunch with Vietnamese dishes is served at 12:15 PM. At 1:30 PM, the tour continues with a boat ride on the calm river at Tam Coc, known as “Halong on land,” passing through caves and limestone mountains. At 3:30 PM, the group visits Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, where the guide explains the history of the first emperor and the three dynasties associated with the area. Visitors explore the temple dedicated to the first emperor and learn about Vietnamese culture and temple architecture. Activities in Ninh Binh conclude at 4:15 PM, followed by the return trip to Hanoi, arriving around 6:00 PM with drop-off at the hotel or another location. The tour includes an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, lunch, bottled water (three bottles per person), rain gear such as umbrellas and ponchos, seat cushions, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle for the group of nine. Drinks, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
Pickup from Hanoi between 7:15 and 7:45 AM, then travel to Ninh Binh with a stop for restroom and local coffee around 9 AM. Arrive at Mua Cave at 10 AM to climb to the mountain top for views of Ninh Binh city and Tam Coc village. At 11:15, cycle through countryside and limestone mountain terrain around rice fields. Lunch follows at 12:15 with Vietnamese dishes. At 1:30 PM, enjoy a Sampan boat ride on the river at Tam Coc, passing caves and limestone formations.
480 min
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient capital at 3:30 PM. The guide provides information about Vietnam's first emperor and the three dynasties of the area. Visit the temple dedicated to the first emperor and learn about local culture and temple architecture. Activities end at 4:15 PM, then depart for Hanoi, arriving around 6 PM with drop-off at your hotel or chosen location.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.