Ninh Binh - fullday Ninh Binh highlights tour

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11 hours 45 minutes
Offered in: English, Vietnamese

Overview

Skip the hassle of boat rides and bike hire and enjoy the highlights of Ninh Binh on this on-site guided experience. You’ll visit Hoa Lu, once the capital of Vietnam, explore Hang Mua and take in the views from the mountains, take a boat trip through the Tam Coc caves and cycle through the rice fields to the temples of Bich Dong caves.


What's included

Includes:

✅ Air-conditioned vehicle for transportation according to schedule
✅ English/Vietnamese speaking tour guide.
✅ Entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary
✅ Tam Coc bamboo boat ticket.
✅ Bicycle.
✅ Travel insurance
✅ 01 bottle of water/person.

Excludes:

❌ Tips for tour guide and driver 
❌ Transportation to other destinations not mentioned in the itinerary.
❌ Lunch
❌ Meals, drinks and other personal expenses not mentioned in the "Included" section of this tour program.
❌ Holiday surcharge.

Meeting and pickup

Departure point: Hotel in the centre of Hanoi City.

End point: Hotel in the centre of Hanoi City.

Program schedule

07:15 – 07:30 | Pickup in Hanoi

Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or the designated meeting point. Depart for Ninh Binh Province, located approximately 100 kilometers south of Hanoi.

During the journey, enjoy the changing scenery from the bustling city to the peaceful countryside of Northern Vietnam.

09:20 | Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital


Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Early Le dynasties in the 10th century.

Visit the Temple of King Dinh Tien Hoang and learn about the history of Vietnam’s first feudal state. Surrounded by limestone mountains and beautiful landscapes, Hoa Lu remains an important historical and cultural destination.

11:00 | Explore Mua Cave and Dragon Mountain

Continue to Mua Cave, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Ninh Binh. Climb approximately 500 stone steps to the summit of Dragon Mountain.

From the top, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Tam Coc’s rice fields, winding rivers, and limestone mountains. This is considered one of the most impressive viewpoints in Northern Vietnam and offers excellent opportunities for photography.

12:30 | Lunch Break

Enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense). Visitors can choose from a variety of local specialties and Vietnamese dishes.

01:30 PM | Tam Coc Sampan Boat Ride

Board a traditional rowing boat and begin a peaceful journey along the Ngo Dong River through the stunning landscape of Tam Coc.

The boat ride passes through three natural caves:

Hang Ca (First Cave)
Hang Hai (Second Cave)
Hang Ba (Third Cave)

Admire the impressive limestone formations, tranquil waterways, and picturesque rice fields that have earned Tam Coc the nickname “Halong Bay on land.”

03:30 PM | Cycling to Bich Dong Pagoda

After the boat trip, enjoy a leisurely bicycle ride through the peaceful countryside. Cycle along village roads, passing rice paddies, local homes, and beautiful rural landscapes on the way to Bich Dong Pagoda.

04:00 PM | Visit Bich Dong Pagoda

Explore the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda, originally built in 1428. Nestled against a limestone mountain, the pagoda consists of three separate temples: Ha Pagoda, Trung Pagoda, and Thuong Pagoda.

The peaceful setting, ancient architecture, and natural surroundings make Bich Dong one of the most beautiful pagodas in Ninh Binh.

04:45 PM | Return to Hanoi

Depart Ninh Binh and begin the journey back to Hanoi.

07:00 PM | Arrive in Hanoi

Arrive in Hanoi and transfer back to your hotel or designated drop-off point, concluding a memorable day exploring the cultural and natural treasures of Ninh Binh.

Additional info

General information

- Please read the information carefully before booking the tour.
- You must provide full information and special requests (allergies, meat, ...) when booking the tour.
- Please book at least 24 hours in advance to ensure availability.
- Bring your ID card, CCCD or passport when joining the tour.
- The schedule may change depending on actual conditions.
- Means of transport may change depending on actual conditions, but will be replaced with equivalent services

Children policy

- Children under 5 years old are free of charge (family takes care of the child).
- Children from 3 to 10 years old are charged 75% of adult tour price.
- Children from 11 years old and above are charged as adults.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation : Full refund for cancellation from 24 hours in advance

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