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Ninh Binh Day Tour from Hanoi with Tam Coc Boat Trip & Mua Cave

Location Hanoi, Northern Vietnam, Vietnam
$38
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Overview

Rural life and the ancient capital of Hoa Lu await in Ninh Binh, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city. This full-day trip includes various activities that immerse you in local culture and stunning landscapes.

  • 🚤 Enjoy a boat trip in Tam Coc, often referred to as "Halong Bay on land."
  • 🍽️ Savor a local lunch featuring goat meat and fried rice at a restaurant.
  • 🚴‍♂️ Cycle around the village to discover the daily lives of local residents.
  • ⛰️ Climb Mua Cave for breathtaking views of Tam Coc, rice fields, and villages.
  • 🌍 Make new friends from around the world during your journey.

To save time and money, this trip provides an authentic glimpse into Vietnam's rural charm.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

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Language: English
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The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Ninh Binh Full Day Tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Buffet lunch with local specialties
  • Guided visit to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
  • On the shuttle bus only
  • Complimentary village cycling (30 minutes)
  • Small water in the shuttle bus transfers
  • 1.5-hour Tam Coc bamboo boat trip
  • Mua Cave hiking experience
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fee at the Tam Coc & boat trip: 250.000 VND per person - Around 10USD - (optional)
  • Entrance fee at the Mua cave: 150.000VND per person - around 6USD - (optional)
  • Entrance fee at the Hoa Lu temple: 20.000VND per person - Around 0.8USD - Optional
  • Surcharge: on the lunar New year holiday: From 05 to 09 Feb, 2027
  • Beverages & Drinks

Meeting point
Complimentary pickup available for guests staying in Hanoi Old Quarter between 7:00AM-7:45AM. For those staying outside this area, the central meeting point is Hanoi Opera House (01 Trang Tien Street) at 7:45AM. Please send us a quick message via WhatsApp, Zalo, or email to confirm your location.
Return details
Complimentary pickup available for guests staying in Hanoi Old Quarter between 7:00AM-7:45AM. For those staying outside this area, the central meeting point is Hanoi Opera House (01 Trang Tien Street) at 7:45AM. Please send us a quick message via WhatsApp, Zalo, or email to confirm your location.

  • We will pick up from hotels in Hanoi old quarter or Hanoi opera house in the morning (pass by)
  • Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
    Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.
  • 11.15AM: Continue the tour with 30 mins - cycling around the village to discover the life of local people. Notes: Cycling is not a professional activity and we are not professional cyclists, we are tourists. Cycling is extra services, just for fun & free, not included in the prices (Customers don't pay for Cycling services). It's a very small activity on the whole package, we don't focus on cycling activity. Pls note that: - Customers can skip cycling if don't know how to bike or too fat. - Customers don't bike can walk around to take photos or just relax at the restaurant to wait for others. - Bikes are not suite for children under 2 Years old. - Please check the bikes carefully before using, many tourists don't know how to use it, so they damage the bicycles. 11h45: Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice…. Vegetarian foods is always available at the lunch.
  • Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
    13h00: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5 hours by bamboo boat. During the boat trip, you will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy field, river, water, cloud,sky and stunning cave system. All make a masterpiece which Vietnamese people called “ Halong Bay on land”
  • Mua Caves
    16.00: Climbing up almost 500 steps of Mua cave area, you can reach to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here 17h00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi. Around 19h30-19.45: Get dropped off at Hotels in Hanoi

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Surcharge: 15 USD per person on Lunar New year holiday: From 05 to 09 Feb, 2027 (Please pay cash directly on tour)
  • We offer a complimentary 30-minute village cycle for fun. This is a self-guided, non-professional leisure activity.
  • If you prefer not to bike, you can enjoy a leisurely walk to take photos or relax at the restaurant while the group cycles.
  • For guest safety, cycling is not recommended for children under 2 years old or guests weighing over 80kg (175lb). Please inspect your bicycle before use.
  • Please bring a hat/umbrella, sunscreen, insect spray, comfortable hiking shoes, a camera, and small cash for personal expenses. Wear layers: lightweight shirts for summer or a jacket for winter.
  • While local boat rowers at Tam Coc may occasionally request tips, please note that these are entirely at your discretion and are not required.
  • Please contact us via WhatsApp, Zalo, or Email at least 24 hours before departure to confirm your exact pickup time and location.
  • If staying outside the Old Quarter, please meet us at the Hanoi Opera House (01 Trang Tien Street) by 7:45 AM.
  • Complimentary pickup is available between 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM from Hanor Old Quarter. If your hotel is not listed in the dropdown menu, please select any hotel to complete the booking and message us with your correct address.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • 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.
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    Ninh Binh Day Tour from Hanoi with Tam Coc Boat Trip & Mua Cave

    Location Hanoi, Northern Vietnam, Vietnam
    $38
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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