Discover Vietnam Through Local Eyes
Ninh Binh Full-Day Private Tour
from Hanoi
Hoa Lu • Mua Cave • Tam Coc • Bich Dong Pagoda
Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh for a private full-day journey through limestone mountains, rivers and historic sites. Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, climb to the viewpoint at Mua Cave, travel through the karst landscape by sampan boat at Tam Coc and cycle through the countryside to Bich Dong Pagoda. With a private guide and vehicle, the day combines Ninh Binh's history, landscapes and rural life at a comfortable pace.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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🏯 Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – Step back into Vietnam’s 10th-century royal history at the temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasties.
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🐉 Mua Cave (Hang Múa) – Climb 500 stone steps for sweeping views over limestone karsts and rice fields.
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🛶 Tam Coc Sampan Boat Ride – Drift through grottoes and majestic limestone mountains on a serene river journey.
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🚴 Countryside Cycling – Pedal through peaceful villages and lush rice paddies.
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🛕 Bich Dong Pagoda – Discover a centuries-old pagoda complex built into the mountainside.
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🍜 Local Lunch – Enjoy Vietnamese dishes during the journey.
Itinerary
Duration: 8:00AM - 6:00PM
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8:00 AM - Hotel Pickup (Hanoi): Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from your hotel lobby by air-conditioned private vehicle.
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Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: Visit Hoa Lu, the capital of Đại Cồ Việt during the Dinh and Early Le dynasties in the 10th century. Explore the historic temple area while learning about the early period of Vietnam's independent monarchy.
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Mua Cave Viewpoint (Hang Múa): Climb around 500 stone steps to one of Ninh Binh's best-known viewpoints, overlooking the Ngo Dong River, limestone mountains and surrounding rice fields.
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Lunch: Savor a traditional Vietnamese set menu lunch at a charming local bungalow.
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Tam Coc Sampan Boat Ride: Take a traditional sampan boat along the Ngo Dong River through the three caves of Tam Coc, surrounded by limestone mountains and seasonal rice fields.
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Cycling to Bich Dong Pagoda: Ride through scenic rice fields and peaceful villages to reach the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda. Explore Bich Dong, a historic three-level pagoda complex built into the limestone mountainside, with temples and cave spaces reached by a series of stone steps.
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Refreshment Stop: Enjoy a cold drink and relax before returning to Hanoi.
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6:00 PM - Safe Return: Return to Hanoi and drop off at your hotel.
TOUR OPTIONS
CAR TOUR
PRIVATE TOUR PRICE
From 225 USD | 2 guests
(+50 USD for each additional guest)
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
✔ English-speaking local guide
✔ Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
✔ Vietnamese lunch
✔ Entrance tickets for scheduled attractions
✔ Tam Coc sampan boat ride
✔ Bicycle for the countryside ride
✔ Bottled water
✔ Parking, tolls and applicable taxes