Ninh Binh Day Trip: Hoa Lu, Mua Cave & Van Long Natural Reserve from Hanoi

I had an incredible experience on the Ninh Binh excursion. It's a truly breathtaking place, with postcard-perfect landsc...

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Experience the most beautiful landscapes of Vietnam on this Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi. Explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, climb the scenic Mua Cave, and cruise through the serene Van Long Nature Reserve.

Details

Duration

11 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Boat tour
Lunch
Bike rental

Not included

Drinks

When to book

You can book up to 4 days in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 7 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

9.7

Exceptional 815 Travelers·77 reviews

March 23, 2026
Anónimo
Valladolid, Spain
I really enjoyed it. The guide, called Primavera, was lovely. I was a little disappointed with the boat trip. I didn't find that area the most beautif...
Traveling solo
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March 19, 2026
Luis Gutierrez
United States
I had an incredible experience on the Ninh Binh excursion. It's a truly breathtaking place, with postcard-perfect landscapes: karst mountains, tranqui...
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September 22, 2026
Christian Alonso
Cdmx, Mexico
It's a SUPER COMPLETE activity, our guide Ana/Huong knows so much and has such contagious energy, she's simply extraordinary and the activity in gener...
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August 1, 2026
Fernando
Sabadell, Spain
Without a doubt, the best excursion we did. The guide VU perfectly explained the history behind each place we visited, all of them with an impressive ...
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June 29, 2026
Anna
Terrassa, Spain
Highly recommended excursion. Spanish-speaking guide with extensive knowledge of the country's history.
As a couple
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June 4, 2026
Andrea Chorda Castera
Valencia, Spain
Fantastic!!! Ana Vy is an amazing girl! She speaks Spanish very well and is lovely. The tour was great and tailored to what we felt like doing at each...
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February 10, 2026
Cristina Garcia
Luxembourg
It was a very comprehensive and interesting activity. Our guide, Loan (Dora), gave us excellent explanations and interesting facts about the city. Thi...
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January 19, 2026
Anónimo
Czechia
A very pleasant excursion that allowed us to discover beautiful tourist and rural areas outside of Hanoi. Our guide, Anita, was excellent, very knowle...
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October 27, 2025
Lorena
Vigo, Spain
The excursion was fantastic. The boat ride through the nature reserve is in a less touristy area, and the views from Mua Cave are spectacular. Our gui...
As a couple
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March 14, 2026
Antonio García Soler
Barcelona, Spain
Wonderful, spectacular and incredible.
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Ninh Binh Day Trip

At the designated time, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and head to Ninh Binh province, about two hours away by bus.

Our adventure begins in Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of the Vietnamese Empire. Here, we’ll explore the temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le dynasties. The restored entrance to the imperial city, shaped by centuries of natural erosion, is sure to amaze you!

Next, we’ll visit the famous Dance Cave, often called the “Princess of Ninh Binh.” After climbing nearly 500 steps, we’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of Tam Coc's hills and valleys. It’s the perfect spot for photos!

Following our climb, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savoring traditional dishes from the region.

After lunch, we’ll hop on bikes and cycle to the Bich Dong Pagoda, a serene complex of three temples harmoniously set amidst the mountains and lush greenery of Tam Coc.

To wrap up our Ninh Binh adventure, we’ll take a boat ride through the Van Long Nature Reserve. With luck, we might catch a glimpse of the rare Delacour's Langur, an endangered and adorable primate.

After an incredible 11-hour experience, we’ll return to Hanoi and drop you off at your hotel.

Pickup Info

This tour includes pickup from hotels located in downtown Hanoi (Hoa Lu, Mua Cave, and Van Long Nature Reserve). If you aren't staying in this area, we'll contact you to arrange an alternative meeting point or pickup from your hotel, which will incur an additional charge.

9.7

Exceptional 815 Travelers·77 reviews

March 23, 2026
Anónimo
Valladolid, Spain
I really enjoyed it. The guide, called Primavera, was lovely. I was a little disappointed with the boat trip. I didn't find that area the most beautif...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
March 19, 2026
Luis Gutierrez
United States
I had an incredible experience on the Ninh Binh excursion. It's a truly breathtaking place, with postcard-perfect landscapes: karst mountains, tranqui...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 22, 2026
Christian Alonso
Cdmx, Mexico
It's a SUPER COMPLETE activity, our guide Ana/Huong knows so much and has such contagious energy, she's simply extraordinary and the activity in gener...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 1, 2026
Fernando
Sabadell, Spain
Without a doubt, the best excursion we did. The guide VU perfectly explained the history behind each place we visited, all of them with an impressive ...
Is this useful?
June 29, 2026
Anna
Terrassa, Spain
Highly recommended excursion. Spanish-speaking guide with extensive knowledge of the country's history.
As a couple
Is this useful?
June 4, 2026
Andrea Chorda Castera
Valencia, Spain
Fantastic!!! Ana Vy is an amazing girl! She speaks Spanish very well and is lovely. The tour was great and tailored to what we felt like doing at each...
As a couple
Is this useful?
February 10, 2026
Cristina Garcia
Luxembourg
It was a very comprehensive and interesting activity. Our guide, Loan (Dora), gave us excellent explanations and interesting facts about the city. Thi...
With friends
Is this useful?
January 19, 2026
Anónimo
Czechia
A very pleasant excursion that allowed us to discover beautiful tourist and rural areas outside of Hanoi. Our guide, Anita, was excellent, very knowle...
Is this useful?
October 27, 2025
Lorena
Vigo, Spain
The excursion was fantastic. The boat ride through the nature reserve is in a less touristy area, and the views from Mua Cave are spectacular. Our gui...
As a couple
Is this useful?
March 14, 2026
Antonio García Soler
Barcelona, Spain
Wonderful, spectacular and incredible.
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Ninh Binh Day Trip

At the designated time, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and head to Ninh Binh province, about two hours away by bus.

Following our climb, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savoring traditional dishes from the region.

After lunch, we’ll hop on bikes and cycle to the Bich Dong Pagoda, a serene complex of three temples harmoniously set amidst the mountains and lush greenery of Tam Coc.

After an incredible 11-hour experience, we’ll return to Hanoi and drop you off at your hotel.

Ninh Binh Day Trip: Hoa Lu, Mua Cave & Van Long Natural Reserve