HIGHTLIGHT OF HANOI - NINH BINH 1 DAY TOUR
- Take Tam Coc or Trang An boat trip to explore stuning natural caves & limestone karst formation
- Visit Hoa Lu - the ancient Capital of Vietnam
- Do hiking & Enjoy amazing view from Mua Cave - known as the "Great wall of China" in Vietnam
- Visit Bai Dinh - The largest buddist pagoda in South East Asia
- Visit Bich Dong Pagoda
INCLUSION OF HANOI - NINH BINH 1 DAY TOUR
- Hanoi - Ninh Binh round trip transfer
- Luxury limousine bus for small group
- Entrance fees
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- Electric car in Bai Dinh
- Activities: Visit Hoa Lư, boat trip in Tam Coc, Trang An, visit Bai Dinh, hike up to Mua Cave
TOUR EXCLUSION
- Tips
- Personal expense
- Other services that are not mentioned in "Tour inclusion"
ITINERARY OF HANOI - NINH BINH 1 DAY TOUR
OPTION 1: HOA LU CITADEL - TAM COC BOAT TRIP - MUA CAVE
07:30 – 08:00 - Our guide will meet you at your hotel in Hanoi and start 120km comfortable Limousine bus journey through verdant landscape. Stop over for a rest on the way.
10:30 – Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple dating back to the 17th Century.
Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel
12:00 – Enjoy the lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisines.
14:00 – Take sampan boat trip in Tam Coc which owned and rowed by locals, gently sailing along Ngo Dong river, capturing the wonderful scenery of Karst hills, rice fields, and peaceful villages, and passing “Hang Ca”, “Hang Hai” and “Hang Ba”.
Boat trip along Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc
16:00 – Arrive Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa long mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with sprecious view of the nature.
Panoramic View From Mua Cave
17:30 – Return to our Limousine bus and then come back to Ha noi. ( If you are in Ninh Binh, we will drop you off at your hotel in Ninh Binh)
20:30 – Drop you off at your hotel/stay. Trip ends
OPTION 2: BAI DINH - TRANG AN BOAT TRIP - MUA CAVE
07h30 – 8h00: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for the limousine transfer to Ninh Binh.
09h15: The limousine stops on the way for a 15 – 20 minutes short break for you to stretch your legs, use the facilities, or have a quick snack.
10h30: The first destination to explore in Ninh Binh today is Bai Dinh Pagoda, one of the most famous pagodas in Vietnam and well-known for many Asian and Vietnamese records. In the pagoda, you can see 500-stone statues of Arhats, a Belltower with 27 tons and 36 tons of bronze bell, and a Golden statue of the Goddess of Mercy
Bai Dinh Pagoda
12h00: It is time to enjoy Ninh Binh specialties in the private area of our Ninh Binh Heritage restaurant. It is time for lunch to enjoy local specialties in the private area of our Ninh Binh Heritage restaurant. The vegetarian option is also available.
13h00: You continue your trip to Trang An, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. There, you can spend 2.5 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which owns a beautiful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”.
Boat Trip in Trang An
15h30: Our next destination is Mua Cave, also known as the “Great Wall of China” in Vietnam. There, you will climb 500 steps to reach the mountain's peak, overlooking the beautiful view of the city and Tam Coc below.
Mua Cave
17h00: It is time to get on our limousine to get transferred back to Hanoi or we can drop you off at your hotel in Ninh Binh.
19h00 – 19h30: The limousine drops you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Tour ends!
PRICE OF HANOI - NINH BINH 1 DAY TOUR
POLICY OF HANOI - NINH BINH 1 DAY TOUR
CHILDREN POLICY
- Free for children under 5 years old accompanying with 2 full paying clients
- 75% charge for children from 5- 9 years old
- 100% adult price charged for children from 10 years above
DISCOUNT POLICY
- Discount 3$/person for group from 10 pax above
CANCELLATION POLICY
BY OUR SIDE
- In case of typhoon that the boat is not allowed to go out, Cat Ba Du Ky Travel offer full refund for all the tours that have not started; Or the tour can be moved to other dates without extra charge if our boats are available and your time permits
- Partial refund of difference will be applied for the tours that are on the way
BY CUSTOMER
- 10% charge if cancellation received immediately after booking
- 30% charge if cancellation received from 10 days - 15 days prior to the deparure date
- 50% charge if cancellation received from 4 days - 9 days prior to the departure date
- 100% charge if cancellation receivd less than 72 hours prior to the departure dat or No Show
FAQ - QUESTION ABOUT HANOI - NINH BINH 1 DAY TOUR
1. How long does it take to travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh?
The drive takes about 2–2.5 hours (100 km) each way via the expressway.
2. What are the main attractions in the Ninh Binh 1-day tour?
Popular sites include Trang An or Tam Coc boat trip, Mua Cave viewpoint, and Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Bai Dinh Pagoda or Bich Dong Pagoda.
3. What activities are included?
Guests can enjoy rowing boat rides through limestone caves, trekking or hiking to Mua Cave, cycling through villages, and visiting historical temples.
4. What time does the tour start and end?
Most tours depart from Hanoi around 7:00–7:30 AM and return around 6:30–7:00 PM.
5. Is lunch included in the tour?
Yes, a Vietnamese buffet or set menu lunch at a local restaurant is included.
6. What should I bring?
Bring comfortable clothes, walking shoes, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, and a camera.
7. Is the boat trip in Trang An or Tam Coc safe?
Yes, it is safe and suitable for all ages. Local rowers are experienced and provide life jackets.
8. Is this tour suitable for children or the elderly?
Yes, the tour is suitable for all ages, though the hike at Mua Cave involves climbing many steps.
9. Can I join a small group tour or private tour?
Yes, you can choose between a small group (10–15 people) for better experience or a private tour for more flexibility.
10. Are hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi included?
Yes, our tours include pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.
11. Is there 2 or 3 days tour?
Yes. You can choose one of these tours below:
12. Can we start Ninh Binh day tour from Ninh Binh instead?
Yes. If you stay in Ninh Binh or Tam Coc already, you can do Ninh Binh 1 full day tour with small group. For this option: You will start earlier & get pick-up from your hotel in Ninh Binh.
