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Day Trip to the Ancient Capital of Ninh Binh from Hanoi

15 P. Ngô Quyền, Street, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam

The trip to Ninh Binh brings you back to an ancient time of Vietnam, before Hanoi took over this role 1,000 years before.

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Duration 7 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Language

English

Group size

1–10 travelers

Full description

Embark on a captivating journey through Ninh Binh province with this full-day tour from Hanoi. Explore the historical richness of Hoa Lư, cycle through a traditional village, and marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Tam Coc, often referred to as "Ha Long Bay on land." With pick-up and drop-off services in Hanoi, this tour offers a seamless and enriching adventure through Vietnam's history, culture, and natural wonders.

Itinerary

Hoa Lu - Tam Coc with Mua Cave. A 90km drive south of Hanoi will lead you to Ninh Binh, the site of the one capital city of ancient Vietnam before Hanoi took its leading role in 11th century. The area is featured by lots of well-known sceneries, which include Tam Coc Caves and Hoa Lu ancient capital with the old temples dedicated to King Dinh & King Le reigned in 10th century. The visit in Ninh Binh starts by a boat trip in Tam Coc where spectacular limestone karsts jut out from the green paddy fields reminding about Guilin (China) and Halong Bay of Vietnam, which gives this scenery the name “Halong-bay-on-land”. Further discovery in Ninh Binh will be continued in the site that used to be the kings’ palace in 10th century and now famous for the wooden relieves of the shady Dinh and Le temples. In the afternoon, 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 before heading back to Hanoi.

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Meals: 1
  • Transfer
  • Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking guide
  • Lunch
  • Boat trip in Tam Coc
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (within Hanoi City Center)

Not included

  • Tips & Other Personal Expenses

Important information

Meeting point

15 P. Ngô Quyền, Street, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam

Don’t forget

Not wheelchair accessibleNot stroller accessibleNot suitable for petsNo public transportation nearbyInfants must not sit on lapsInfant seats unavailable

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 24 hours before start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

Your host

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With GetExperience since 2026

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