

by MR ALEX S NINH BINH HA LONG TOURS
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✓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.$112The Ninh Binh Tour from Hanoi for 6-9 Pax by DCar Limousine lasts about 11 hours and starts with pickup between 7:15 and 7:40 AM from hotels in Hanoi’s Old Town or at 6 Cửa Nam street, Hoàn Kiếm. Transportation is provided by a DCar Limousine. The group drives approximately 90 kilometers south to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the 10th and 11th centuries. Visitors spend about one hour cycling around the village and walking to the King Dinh Temple to learn about the dynasties that ruled there. Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine is served at a local restaurant around 11:45 AM. After lunch, the group chooses between two boat ride options. The first is a one and a half hour bamboo boat trip at Tam Coc, traveling along the Ngo Dong River and passing through three natural caves and limestone formations. The second option is a two-hour boat ride at Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, cruising through waterways surrounded by karst mountains. The tour then continues to Mua Cave, where guests climb nearly 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including Tam Coc. Departure for Hanoi is at about 4:30 PM, with arrival back between 6:30 and 6:45 PM. The tour includes sightseeing tickets, lunch, water on the bus, hotel pickup, and the services of an English-speaking guide and experienced driver. Drinks with lunch, travel insurance, and tips for the guide and driver are not included. Groups consist of 6 to 9 people, and children taller than 1.2 meters are considered adults and must pay the same price.
Old Quarter
7:15 - 7:40 Start with a morning pickup from hotels in Hanoi Old Town. Travel to Hoa Lu, the capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th centuries, with a short break on the way to Ninh Binh. At 10:00, cycle around the village and walk to King Dinh Temple to learn about Vietnamese history during these dynasties. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. After lunch, enjoy either a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc or a 2-hour boat ride at Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. Then climb nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave for panoramic views of Tam Coc. Return to accommodation around 6:30 - 6:45 P.M.
120 min
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Hoa Lu served as Vietnam’s capital during the 10th and 11th centuries under the Dinh, Early Le, and Ly dynasties. It is located about 90 kilometers south of Hanoi in Ninh Binh province. The site was chosen for its natural defenses and proximity to the Red River Delta and sea. Hoa Lu thrived for over 40 years before the capital moved to Thang Long (now Hanoi) in 1010. Visitors can explore remains of temples dedicated to emperors such as Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh.
60 min
Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
The Tam Coc boat ride uses traditional hand-rowed sampans to travel along the Ngo Dong River. The route passes between limestone karsts, rice paddies, and caves. The name Tam Coc refers to the "Three Caves" — Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba — which are natural tunnels in the mountains that the boat passes through during the 1.5-hour trip.
90 min
Trang An Landscape Complex
Located about 100 kilometers south of Hanoi, Trang An features limestone karst mountains rising above rivers and valleys. The landscape complex is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. The boat ride lasts about 2 hours, allowing visitors to see the natural and cultural features of the area.
105 min
Mua Caves
Mua Cave, part of the Mua Cave complex in Hoa Lu district, is known for its karst formations and historical importance. Visitors climb nearly 500 stone steps to reach the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain. The hike is moderately challenging and leads to a viewpoint overlooking the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex and the Ngo Dong River flowing through valleys and rice fields.
70 min
Old Quarter
16:30: Board the bus to return to Hanoi. 18:30 – 18:45: Drop off at hotels. The trip ends.
120 min


by MR ALEX S NINH BINH HA LONG TOURS
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.$112The Ninh Binh Tour from Hanoi for 6-9 Pax by DCar Limousine lasts about 11 hours and starts with pickup between 7:15 and 7:40 AM from hotels in Hanoi’s Old Town or at 6 Cửa Nam street, Hoàn Kiếm. Transportation is provided by a DCar Limousine. The group drives approximately 90 kilometers south to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the 10th and 11th centuries. Visitors spend about one hour cycling around the village and walking to the King Dinh Temple to learn about the dynasties that ruled there. Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine is served at a local restaurant around 11:45 AM. After lunch, the group chooses between two boat ride options. The first is a one and a half hour bamboo boat trip at Tam Coc, traveling along the Ngo Dong River and passing through three natural caves and limestone formations. The second option is a two-hour boat ride at Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, cruising through waterways surrounded by karst mountains. The tour then continues to Mua Cave, where guests climb nearly 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including Tam Coc. Departure for Hanoi is at about 4:30 PM, with arrival back between 6:30 and 6:45 PM. The tour includes sightseeing tickets, lunch, water on the bus, hotel pickup, and the services of an English-speaking guide and experienced driver. Drinks with lunch, travel insurance, and tips for the guide and driver are not included. Groups consist of 6 to 9 people, and children taller than 1.2 meters are considered adults and must pay the same price.
Old Quarter
7:15 - 7:40 Start with a morning pickup from hotels in Hanoi Old Town. Travel to Hoa Lu, the capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th centuries, with a short break on the way to Ninh Binh. At 10:00, cycle around the village and walk to King Dinh Temple to learn about Vietnamese history during these dynasties. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. After lunch, enjoy either a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc or a 2-hour boat ride at Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. Then climb nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave for panoramic views of Tam Coc. Return to accommodation around 6:30 - 6:45 P.M.
120 min
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Hoa Lu served as Vietnam’s capital during the 10th and 11th centuries under the Dinh, Early Le, and Ly dynasties. It is located about 90 kilometers south of Hanoi in Ninh Binh province. The site was chosen for its natural defenses and proximity to the Red River Delta and sea. Hoa Lu thrived for over 40 years before the capital moved to Thang Long (now Hanoi) in 1010. Visitors can explore remains of temples dedicated to emperors such as Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh.
60 min
Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
The Tam Coc boat ride uses traditional hand-rowed sampans to travel along the Ngo Dong River. The route passes between limestone karsts, rice paddies, and caves. The name Tam Coc refers to the "Three Caves" — Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba — which are natural tunnels in the mountains that the boat passes through during the 1.5-hour trip.
90 min
Trang An Landscape Complex
Located about 100 kilometers south of Hanoi, Trang An features limestone karst mountains rising above rivers and valleys. The landscape complex is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. The boat ride lasts about 2 hours, allowing visitors to see the natural and cultural features of the area.
105 min
Mua Caves
Mua Cave, part of the Mua Cave complex in Hoa Lu district, is known for its karst formations and historical importance. Visitors climb nearly 500 stone steps to reach the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain. The hike is moderately challenging and leads to a viewpoint overlooking the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex and the Ngo Dong River flowing through valleys and rice fields.
70 min
Old Quarter
16:30: Board the bus to return to Hanoi. 18:30 – 18:45: Drop off at hotels. The trip ends.
120 min