Our Ninh Binh daily tour from Hanoi is one of the most popular short trips in Northern Vietnam — perfect for travelers who want to escape the busy capital and discover stunning natural landscapes, ancient temples, and peaceful countryside in just one day. Ninh Binh is often called the “Halong Bay on land,” where limestone mountains rise from emerald-green rice fields and winding rivers flow through mysterious caves.
This day trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh is designed for comfort and convenience. We provide private car transfers, local guides, and a well-organized itinerary so you can relax and enjoy every moment. You’ll visit iconic sites such as Trang An, Hang Mua, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, or Bai Dinh Pagoda, depending on your preferences. Whether you’re interested in cultural exploration or natural scenery, this private Ninh Binh tour from Hanoi can be customized to your style — couples, families, or small groups.
The journey begins with a scenic drive through the Red River Delta, passing local villages and green rice paddies. Upon arrival, you’ll explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Le dynasties. Here, you can learn about the country’s early history while walking through ancient temples surrounded by limestone cliffs.
Then, take a peaceful boat trip in Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its labyrinth of caves and karst valleys. Local rowers will guide you through a network of waterways — a relaxing and truly photogenic experience. If you’re looking for something more active, Hang Mua (Mua Cave) offers panoramic views after a short climb. The view from the top reveals a breathtaking landscape of rivers, rice fields, and mountain peaks stretching across the horizon.
For those who prefer a spiritual experience, you can visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia, known for its grand architecture and hundreds of Buddha statues.
This private Ninh Binh day trip from Hanoi includes hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a smooth and worry-free experience. With a mix of nature, culture, and light adventure, it’s a perfect way to explore one of Vietnam’s most beautiful destinations — all within a single day.
Option 1: Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc
7.45 – 8.30: We pick you up at your hotel, departure for Hoa Lu – Tam Coc, enjoying the beautiful sceneries of the rural areas on the way
10.30: After arriving in Ninh Binh province, the guide takes you to visit Hoa Lu – the Ancient Royal capital of Viet Nam. We will visit Dinh king temple and Le king temple.
In the 10th century, finding out the heroic histories of this two Kings in Chinese Wars.
Hoa Lu
After that, we go to Tam Coc (10 km far from Hoa Lu).
Have lunch at local restaurant.
After lunch you will get on bamboo boat – rowed by the local people – in Hoang Long river to visit Tam Coc (three caves) on the way. You pass through three enormous caves that provide a brief respite from the intense summer sun. It takes approximately two hours to go up and down the river and along the way, you witness local fisherfolk, village life along the river and, of course, the striking limestone karst formations that Tam Coc is famous for.
If you like to go biking, it is a good idea. You will have chance to visit real villages and amazing landscapes by bicycle about one hour (from Restaurant).
16.00: We take the car come back Ha Noi.
18.30: We arrive Ha Noi and finish the tour.
Tam Coc
Option 2: Hanoi – Bai Dinh Pagoda – Trang An
8h00: Our tour guide and car pick up at your address to depart for Ninh Binh province (120 Kms).
10:20: Arrive in Buddha Prayer place in Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam with 10 meters in height, 100 tons in weight.
Bai Dinh Pagoda
Have lunch in local restaurant with some local special dishes such as Goat meat with elder berry, pork storage vessel…
13:00: Depart to visit Trang An tourist attraction, take boat trip to visit cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou in mystery and wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers – a Ha Long on land of Ninh Binh.
16:00: Getting on the car return to Hanoi.
18h00: Arrival Hanoi, drop at hotel then finish our trip.
Trang An
Option 3: Hanoi – Mua Cave – Tam Coc
7.30 – 8.00: You will be picked up at your hotel and transfer to Ninh Binh.
10.00: After 2-hour drive, we reach Mua Cave for a healthy exercise of hiking up steps by steps to the peak of the mountain in Mua cave area. You can climb 486 steps at Hang Mua for panoramic views.
12.30: Have lunch in local restaurant with some local special dishes.
13.15 – 13.30: Proceed to Tam Coc Harbor for a scenic rowing boat trip on Ngo Dong River. You will have a pleasant journey viewing of limestone pillars & rice fields on both sides of the river, and sneaking through three natural caves of beautifully sparkling stalactites hanging down from the ceiling.
16.00: Getting on the car return to Hanoi.
18h00: Arrival Hanoi, drop at hotel then finish our trip.
Prices are in USD, per person.
| Hotel / Group | 2 guests | 3~4 guests | 5~6 guests | Joined Tour | Single surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 95 | 82 | 75 | 50 | N/A |
| Hotel / Group | 2 guests | 3~4 guests | 5~6 guests | Joined Tour | Single surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 95 | 82 | 75 | 50 | N/A |
| Hotel / Group | 2 guests | 3~4 guests | 5~6 guests | Joined Tour | Single surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 96 | 83 | 76 | 52 | N/A |
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