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From Ha Noi: Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Tam Coc or Trang An Mua Cave

5.0(1)Hanoi1 hour
TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

This small-group tour is carefully designed to offer a relaxed and well-paced experience, avoiding large crowds and rushed schedules. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore Vietnam’s ancient capital, enjoy a scenic UNESCO-listed boat ride, and take in panoramic views from Mua Cave. The tour includes round-trip transportation, entrance fees, and lunch, with no forced shopping stops, making it ideal for travelers seeking comfort, authenticity, and great value.

Tour Options

Group By Limousine
  • Hoa Lu Trang An Mua Cave Transfer By Limousine Pickup included
By Big Bus
  • Group Tour By Bus: Land tour: Hoa Lu and Trang An, not included Mua Cave Pickup included
Incense Village& Ninh Binh
  • Incense Village and Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu+ Trang An+ Mua Cave+ Incense Village Private Car: Private day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, visiting Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Trang An boat tour, Mua Cave and Incense Village Pickup included
Group By Bus
  • Hoa Lu Trang An Mua Cave: Big Group: Hoa Lu Trang An and Mua Cave by Bus Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included45 min

Explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century. Visit the temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, and learn about Vietnam’s early history, royal dynasties, and traditional architecture from your local guide.

Admission included180 min

Enjoy a scenic boat trip through the Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Glide along peaceful rivers, pass through natural caves, and admire dramatic limestone mountains and lush valleys. Then, we will explored Incense Village (Near Hoa Lu Ancient Capital)- Only Optional Private Tour Located near Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, this colorful incense village is a unique cultural stop where hundreds of incense sticks are arranged in large, vibrant bundles (red, yellow, pink), creating a stunning visual landscape. Visitors can enjoy photo opportunities, observe the traditional handcrafting process, and gain insight into local village life. This experience is often combined with routes such as Hoa Lu – Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex or Van Long – Hoa Lu – Incense Village, adding a cultural highlight to the journey.

Admission included60 min

Visit Mua Cave and climb nearly 500 stone steps to the summit. From the top, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of rice fields, limestone karsts, and the surrounding Ninh Binh countryside.

Highlights

Buffet Lunch
Bottled water
Ticket Hoa Lu
VIP Limousine
English Speaking Guide
Ticket Mua Cave

What's included

Included
Buffet Lunch
Bottled water
Ticket Hoa Lu
VIP Limousine
English Speaking Guide
Ticket Mua Cave
Not included
Tips
Boat Ride

Pickup Locations & Times

Pickup is available from hotels located in Hanoi Old Quarter. For hotels outside the Old Quarter, please meet at a designated meeting point which will be confirmed after booking. Pickup time is between 7:00 – 7:30 AM depending on hotel location. Please be ready in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before pickup time. Our guide or driver will contact you via WhatsApp the day before the tour to confirm pickup details.

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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(1)

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dscy1993
March 10, 2026
Happy ninh binh trip!

Henry and the driver is very friendly and patient. Henry is very knowledgeable and fluent in English. Our journey was smooth and comfortable. Food was exceptional! The trip felt just right, not too short nor too long. We're extremely happy to have them as our guide. I highly recommend engaging them for your next trip to the northern part of Vietnam!

Operator response

Great! Many Thank you for your Feeback!

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