Ninh Binh Day Trips- from Hanoi
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Overview
Just 68 miles (110 km) and 2.5 hours driving from Hanoi center, you will have a chance to enjoy beautiful landscapes in one of the most storied provinces in the north of Vietnam. Many backpackers choose Ninh Binh as a stop-over for their trip through Vietnam. Stop in Hoa Lu, the capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th centuries, and explore the historic city on a guided tour, admiring its ancient Le and Dinh dynasty temples. - Tam Coc, where you are welcomed with a delicious buffet lunch of typical Vietnamese cuisine. After lunch, set sail along the Ngo Dong River and cruise through the stunning landscapes of Tam Coc, with its jagged karst cliffs, lush rice paddies, and atmospheric caves, often called the 'Ha Long Bay of the interior.' and visit the Mua Cave on Dragon Mountain. This products with plenty itineraries for your choice:

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GET TICKETSTicket Options (7) Options Available
Option(s)
HOALU-TAMCOC(normal)
Join-in Group: Economy option tourDuration: 1 dayDelicious Lunch: (set menu or buffet) at Local RestaurantHOA LU - TAM COC: visiting HOA LU Ancient Capital with King Dinh & Le Temple, BOATING at TAM COCShuttle busPickup included
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$30
Option(s)
BAI DINH PAGODA - TRANG AN
No Mua Cave: This option suitable for tourist travel with family who love local culture and BuddhismDuration: 1 dayGreat Lunch: Buffet or set menu lunch in Vietnamese styleNew itinerary: visit 2 destinations: BAI DINH PAGODA - TRANG AN BOAT TOUR (No mua Cave)Comfortable shuttle busNOT INCLUDED: Electric car service in Bai Dinh (100,000VND/adult/2ways). Please buy this ticket yourselfPickup included
HOALU-TAMCOC-MUACAVE (normal)
Join-in group tour: Join-in, Economy option with many activities.Duration: 1 dayDelicious Lunch: at local restaurantHOA LU - TAM COC - MUA CAVE: HIKING TO MUA CAVE, BOATING TAMCOC + HOA LU + BIKING Shuttle busPickup included
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$34
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BAI DINH -TRANGAN (Deluxe)
Deluxe bus - small group: Join-in Group tour, This option suitable for tourist travel with family who love local culture and Buddhism.Duration: 1 dayDelicious Lunch: Buffet or set menu in Vietnamese style at local restaurantITNERARY 5: Visit 2 destinations: BAI DINH PAGODA – TRANG AN BOAT TOURNew and modern busNOT INCLUDED: electric car service in Bai Dinh (cost 100,000VND/adult/2ways), extra for Mua Cave (100,000 VND)Pickup included
Starting from
$35
Option(s)
HOALU-TAMCOC-MUA CAVE-(deluxe)
Deluxe bus - small group : SMALL Join-in Group max 18 passengers. It's suitable for couple, family with children or the elders.... Buffet Lunch Duration: 11 hoursBuffet Lunch MUA CAVE- TAM COC- HOA LU: HIKING TO MUA CAVE, BOATING TAMCOC + HOA LU + BIKING
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$42
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Private Tour with Mua Cave
Deluxe Service: We provide flexible tour. This is great option for big group, family with kids/the elders... Duration: 12 hoursDELICIOUS SET MENU LUNCH: Having delicious set menu Lunch (in Vietnamese style) in local restaurantFlexible itinerary: Visiting King Dinh & Le Temple Hiking to Mua Cave Boating to Tam Coc Biking around country sidePRIVATE TRANSFER: New, modern and comfortable car/mini busPick up: in Hanoi Center at those districts: Hoan Kiem/Hai Ba Trung/Ba Dinh/Cau Giay/Hoang MaiPickup included
Starting from
$45
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Admission tour included mentioned at option tour you choose
- Transported by model AC bus
- Detail itinerary mentioned in the selected option
- Boat trip
- Lunch (with local food - Vietnamese cuisines)
- 0.5l Bottled water on bus per person per day
- English speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up & drop off in the Old Quarter area
What's not Included
- Drinks, Gratuities, What not mentioned clearly
- 100.000vnd/2 ways Electric car in Bai Dinh pagoda (if you choose tour option 5 and 6)
- Surcharge 8 US$/per on Christmas, New Year, Tet holidays ( February 16, 2026 to February 20, 2026)
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There are 5 attraction: Hoa Lu ancient captital, Mua Cave, Tam Coc, Bich Dong pagoda, Bai Dinh Pagoda, and Trang An. Depending to the tour option you choose, the itinerary will included: 2 of 4 or 3 of 4 attractions mentioned at What to expect. Please see description at each tour option
- Itinerary can change due to the weather condition
- Sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable shoes are recommended
- We recommended bringing a hat, umbrella, raincoat, sunglasses
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