Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave Tour
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Discover Vietnamese’s natural and history a day trip from Hanoi – Ninh Binh with a buffet lunch. Explore the Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu Temples, take a boat through Trang An, admire the views from Mua Caves.
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Duration 1 Day
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
We will pick you up at the lobby of your hostel
Small group
Private or small groups available
Highlights
- Comfortable Limousine and Modern bus pick-up and drop off Hanoi Old Quarter
- Visit Bai Dinh Temple – the largest complex of Buddhist temples/Cycling Hoa Lu
- Savor a Vietnamese buffet lunch with vegetarian options at a local restaurant
- Sail upstream to the grottoes of Trang An aboard a traditional wooden boat
Full description
[IMPORTANT NOTE] To make your trip unforgettable, choose between visiting Bai Dinh Temple or cycling around Hoa Lu countryside, followed by a scenic Trang An boat trip and hiking Mua Cave for panoramic views. ... FULL DAY NINH BINH TOUR OPTIONS: 07:20 – 08:00 | Pickup in Hanoi Old Quarter Pick you up at your hotel (or meeting point) located in the Hanoi Old Quarter. On the way, stop for a 15-minute short break. OPTION 1: Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Trang An – Mua Caves (Top Rated) 10:00 – 10:30 | Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital & Cycling Discover Hoa Lu Ancient Capital—Vietnam’s first capital city, dating back to the 10th century. Explore the temples of King Dinh and King Le. Afterwards, enjoy a gentle cycling tour through scenic villages to experience authentic rural life. OPTION 2: Hanoi – Bai Dinh – Trang An – Mua Caves (Top Pick) 10:00 – 10:30 | Visit Bai Dinh Temple Complex Explore the largest Buddhist complex in Vietnam and a must-visit cultural landmark. This awe-inspiring site combines ancient charm with modern grandeur, featuring majestic temples, giant Buddha statues, and the longest Arhat corridor in Asia. Admire the massive 10-meter-tall bronze Buddha statue and explore peaceful courtyards surrounded by limestone mountains. 12:00 – 12:30 | Vietnamese Buffet Lunch Savor a delicious buffet with a wide variety of local favorites, including vegetarian dishes. 13:30 | Trang An Boat Tour Cruise along crystal-clear rivers on a traditional sampan boat (4 people/boat), gliding gently through mystical caves and under limestone arches draped in greenery. Trang An is widely renowned as “Ha Long Bay on land” and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 16:00 | Hike Mua Cave Peak Climb to the peak of Mua Cave for one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the Tam Coc valley and surrounding limestone mountains. 19:00 – 19:30 | Return to Hanoi Return to Hanoi and drop off at your hotel in the Old Quarter. Thank you!
View full itinerary...Includes
- ✓ Professional English-speaking guide
- ✓ Boat in Trang An
- ✓ Limousine/Modern Bus during the trip
- ✓ Entrance fees
- ✓ Electric car ride to Bai Dinh Pagoda entrance (Option Bai Dinh)
- ✓ Cycling activity (Option Hoa Lu)
- ✓ Buffet lunch at restaurant (vegetarian option)
- ✓ Mineral water on the bus
- ✓ Free usage of conical hat/rain-coat (if rainy)
- ✗ Drinks, Travel insurance
- ✗ Tips and personal expense
- ✗ Surcharge for Lunar New Year
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sun hat
- Camera
- Sunscreen
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Customer Reviews 
Camille etg11 months agoI recommend it! We had a great day with our guide Happi! Very well organized, everything is done so that we don't feel alone in the bay! The meal is really super good! Unbeatable value for money!
Response from the owner11 months agoThank you so much for your review Wish the best for you 
David Prieto11 months agoVietnam Venture time just improved our whole experience during our time in Vietnam. They helped us in a holistic way, arranging all we needed from a long list of transports that we needed, whole day impressive local tours, and really last minute changes. They always responded and showed reliability when we needed it.
Thanks to all the team!Response from the owner11 months agoThank you so much David Wishing the best for you 
Leonora Howe11 months agoI booked the 4 days 3 nights Ha Giang tour with VietNam Venture and had a really good experience. The trip was well-organized, the guide was friendly and helpful, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The itinerary covered beautiful spots in Ha Giang, and the homestays were comfortable and welcoming. Overall, it was a great way to explore Ha Giang without any stress.
Response from the owner11 months agoThank you so much 🙏🙏🙏 Dear 
Tal Salamon12 months agoI did 1d tour in Sapa, was great experience
Thank you!Response from the owner12 months agoThank you so much Sir 🙏
andy maphrao12 months agonice guy
nice services
nice advisesResponse from the owner12 months agoThank you so much Dear
Valerie Berger12 months agoVery kind and nice guy, he helped us a lot! 🙂Response from the owner12 months agoThank you so so much Sir
Leo S12 months agoReally kind owner. Helped me with anything i neededResponse from the owner12 months agoThank you so so much Sir
Israel Aka12 months agoAn excellent agent organized a ride for me from Car Ba to Cat Be Airport🙏Response from the owner12 months agoThank you so much Sir
Marco Fornari (Grafiche Tris Srl)1 year agoGreat experience! We hiked in the national park! The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. He spoke good English. Highly recommended!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Sir
Mario Cuenca1 year agoMy experience in Cat Ba was very good, and partly thanks to Vietnam Venture. After asking around at several travel agencies, I ended up with the one where Ninh works (VietNam Venture). From then on, I had complete peace of mind when planning tours, trips, and more. I couldn't worry about anything thanks to the trust Ninh instilled in me, the information she gave me, her willingness to help... 100% recommended.Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much 
Maria Ortuño Serra1 year agoGreat trip. Complete with lots of activities and relaxing time. The lunch was good with several traditional dishes.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much for your review 
L Thivend1 year agoExcellent experience with this tour operator!
I highly recommend it!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you for your review Wishing the best for your family ❤️
Angela1 year agoThe absolute best agent for your trips in CatBa / Lan Ha Area! I could not recommend him more! Mr Ninh is the key for an amazing experience!
He will also take care of your pick ups from almost anywhere in north Vietnam.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much
Hanna Müller1 year agoI booked two tours and my bus ride to Hanoi with Vietnam venture and had a great time on the boat. Everything was perfectly organized. The tour guides spoke very well English and provided information throughout the day and at each stop. Besides they were very friendly, caring and funny. Also the bus ride was very good. A big bus with plenty of pace and good communication for pickup time. Direct pickup at the accommodation was very convenient.Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much Hanna
Thanks to all the team!
Thank you!
nice services
nice advises
I highly recommend it!
He will also take care of your pick ups from almost anywhere in north Vietnam.
