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Ninh Binh Day Trip Hoa Lu Tam Coc and Mua Cave from Hanoi
Activity Duration (12 hours to 1 day)
Light
Hosted in English
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Take a day trip from Hanoi to explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, the stunning limestone caves of Tam Coc, and the breathtaking views of Mua Cave.
What you'll do
This 1-day trip to Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave is an exciting adventure perfect for those with limited time. The tour includes a visit to the ancient capital of Vietnam, Hoa Lu, followed by a scenic boat ride in Tam Coc and a trek to Mua Cave. Travelers will explore the rich history and culture of Vietnam, enjoy breathtaking scenery, and experience adventure all in one day. The tour takes place via comfortable limousine transport, ensuring a relaxing journey throughout the day.
Meeting and pickup
Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What is included?
- Limousine bus with experienced driver
- English speaking guide
- Free wifi&water on the bus
- Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
- Cycling activity
- Entry/Admission - Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties
- Entry/Admission - Hoa Lu District
- Entry/Admission - Tam Coc
- Entry/Admission - Mua Caves
- Entry/Admission - Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties
- Entry/Admission - Tam Coc
- Entry/Admission - Mua Caves
What is not included?
- Tips for tour guide & driver
- Anything is NOT mentioned above
- Surcharge: 10 USD/person on Lunar New year holiday: 09, 10, 11, 12, 13th, Feb-2024 (cash directly)
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Itinerary
Hanoi Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Ninh Binh Day Trip Hoa Lu Tam Coc and Mua Cave from Hanoi in Hanoi, Vietnam. This half-day tours experience includes 5 stops over 1 day. Duration: 12 hours. Activity level: Light.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Hanoi Opera House
1
Hanoi Opera House
Stop: 3 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
We can pick up guests from hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House 01 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem District from 7:00 am - 7:50 am depending on location (Free). Then we will move from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, the travel time will take about 2 to 2.5 hours. Please contact us in advance via phone/ whatsaap/ zalo or email to confirm information.Read moreMore about Hanoi Opera House
2
Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties
Stop: 2 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, visit the temple of King Dinh and King Le. Under the introduction of our local guide, you will get to know more about the Vietnamese history.
- Taking a bike and start riding to explore the beautiful scenery and limestone mountains with an unique route.Read moreMore about Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties
3
Ninh Binh
Stop: 90 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Enjoy buffet lunch at a local restaurant – goat meat dishes is the local specialty
- ( Vegetarian foods are avaiable )Read moreMore about Ninh Binh
4
Tam Coc
Stop: 2 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- 13h30: Visit Tam Coc by a Sampan boat rowed by a local people for about 1.5 hours. Known as “Halong Bay on land”, the boat trip is a nice journey along the river with the peaceful scenery of Limestone Mountains, rice paddy if traveling during harvest season.
- Read moreMore about Tam Coc
5
Mua Caves
Stop: 3 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- 15h45:Get back to Limousine Bus then leave for Mua Cave. Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here
- 17h00- 17h30:Leave Ninh Binh and drive back to Hanoi.
- 19:00 – 19:30:Arrive in Hanoi, drop you back to your hotel. Trip ends.Read moreMore about Mua Caves
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