From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Boat Tour| Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh & Mua Cave
From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Boat Tour| Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh & Mua Cave
From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Boat Tour| Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh & Mua Cave
From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Boat Tour| Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh & Mua Cave
From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Boat Tour| Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh & Mua Cave
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From Hanoi: Ninh Binh Boat Tour| Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh & Mua Cave

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Highlights

Boat through caves, rivers, and rice fields in Trang An or Tam Coc
Choose from 6 flexible tour options that match your travel style and comfort
Conquer the Mua Cave viewpoint for breathtaking valley and mountain scenery
Itinerary
Leave the busy streets of Hanoi and enjoy a full day trip to Ninh Binh, where ancient temples, scenic viewpoints, and peaceful river landscapes await. This tour offers two main routes: Hoa Lu Mua Cave or Bai Dinh Mua Cave. All options include round trip transfers from Hanoi, lunch at a local restaurant, and a relaxing boat experience.

If you choose the Hoa Lu route, you will visit Vietnam's former ancient capital and explore temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le kings.
If you choose the Bai Dinh route, you will explore the largest Buddhist pagoda complex in Southeast Asia, known for its grand architecture and quiet courtyards. Please note that the electric buggy inside Bai Dinh Pagoda is not included and must be paid on site.

Your journey continues to Mua Cave, where a stone staircase leads to one of the best viewpoints in Ninh Binh. From the top, you can enjoy wide views of rice fields, winding rivers, and limestone mountains, making it a perfect spot for memorable photos.

After the viewpoint, relax on a sampan boat ride through either Trang An or Tam Coc, depending on the option you choose during the booking step.
• Trang An features cave tunnels and peaceful valleys surrounded by karst cliffs.
• Tam Coc offers open rice fields and gentle river scenery between the mountains.

At the end of the day, your driver will take you back to Hanoi, where the tour concludes with drop off at your original meeting point.

To suit different travel styles, this experience is available as a Big Group, Small Group, VIP Limousine, or Private Tour. All formats follow the same main route but offer different comfort levels and group sizes.

***Please note: The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather conditions, traffic, or water levels. Any changes will be made to ensure safety and maintain a smooth experience while still covering the main highlights.
Product details
Depart from Hanoi for a flexible day trip to Ninh Binh. Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Hoa Lu, Mua Cave, and enjoy a scenic boat ride in Trang An or Tam Coc, with options tailored to your time and preference.
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What's included
Air conditioned transportation by Big Bus, Minibus, VIP Limousine, or Private Car (depending on option)
Bicycle rental in Ninh Binh (for Hoa Lu route)
Bottled drinking water
Buffet lunch at a local restaurant
English speaking guide
Entrance ticket to Bai Dinh Pagoda grounds (for Bai Dinh option)
Entrance ticket to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital (for Hoa Lu option)
Entrance ticket to Mua Cave viewpoint
Hotel pickup in center Hanoi Old Quarter
Trang An or Tam Coc boat ride ticket (depending on option)
Holiday surcharge applies (please see Important Information)
Tips & gratuities
Traveller Information
Adult: Age 8 to 99
Child: Age 1 to 5
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 07:00, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 07:00 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note

As there are multiple options, we advise you to review the details carefully before booking

Big Group Package: Guests will meet at Hanoi Opera House (1 Tràng Tiền Street, Hoàn Kiếm District).

Small Group / VIP Package: Hotel pickup is available within Hanoi Old Quarter (Hoàn Kiếm District) only.

Trang An or Tam Coc will be arranged by the provider based on availability

Note: Itinerary may change due to traffic, weather, or site conditions, but all main activities will be included

Holiday surcharges: 200,000 VND/pax (300,000 VND for Dcar) on 14 - 22 Feb 2026; 26 April; 29 Apr–02 May; 01–03 Sep; and 31 Dec 2026–01 Jan 2027. Pay on-site.

Items recommended to bring:

Camera

Cash

Credit card

Sun hat

Sunglasses

Sunscreen

Not allowed items:

Alcohol and drugs

Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle

Pets

Smoking

Smoking in the vehicle

Not suitable for:

Babies under 1 year

People over 95 years

People with altitude sickness

People with heart problems

People with motion sickness

Good to know:

As there are multiple options, we advise you to review the details carefully before booking

Big Group Package: Guests will meet at Hanoi Opera House (1 Tràng Tiền Street, Hoàn Kiếm District).

Holiday surcharges: 200,000 VND/pax (300,000 VND for Dcar) on 14 - 22 Feb 2026; 26 April; 29 Apr–02 May; 01–03 Sep; and 31 Dec 2026–01 Jan 2027. Pay on-site.

Note: Itinerary may change due to traffic, weather, or site conditions, but all main activities will be included

Small Group / VIP Package: Hotel pickup is available within Hanoi Old Quarter (Hoàn Kiếm District) only.

Trang An or Tam Coc will be arranged by the provider based on availability

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