Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling)
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Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) is a 10-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $39 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (17)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $39 per person
If you want a day trip to outside of Hanoi to get away from the bustling of the city to the tranquil and peaceful authentic countryside villages, this group tour is fit for you. This private tour will take you to visit s
What you get
- Buffet Lunch Meal, Speaking Tour Guide & Entrance Fees as program
- Transfer by Limousine Bus with Pick Up/Drop Off in Old Quarter Area Only
- Hike to Mua Cave top to see whole view of local area (If guests book tour included)
- Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital (If guests book tour included)
- Electric car at Bai Dinh pagoda for main route (If guests book tour included)
- Boat Trip at Trang An Cave Complex (If guests book tour included)
About this experience
If you want a day trip to outside of Hanoi to get away from the bustling of the city to the tranquil and peaceful authentic countryside villages, this group tour is fit for you. This private tour will take you to visit some famous places in Ninh Binh Gateway and bring a lot of experiences such as Bai Dinh Pagoda (the biggest pagoda in Vietnam), Trang An Eco where doing boat trip and Mua Cave where hiking up moutain for seeing hole view of local area. Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam and take a boat trip nearly 2 hours go along Ngo Dong river to visit Tam Coc (Three caves).
What's included
Included
- Buffet Lunch Meal, Speaking Tour Guide & Entrance Fees as program
- Transfer by Limousine Bus with Pick Up/Drop Off in Old Quarter Area Only
- Hike to Mua Cave top to see whole view of local area (If guests book tour included)
- Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital (If guests book tour included)
- Electric car at Bai Dinh pagoda for main route (If guests book tour included)
- Boat Trip at Trang An Cave Complex (If guests book tour included)
- Bottled water on roundtrip transfer
- Bike and Boat Trip at Tam Coc (If guests book tour included)
Not included
- Beverages, Personal Expenses AND Tips for Guide/Driver/Local Service
- Holiday Surcharge
What you'll see and do
Old Quarter
1-We only pick up all the guests in Hanoi Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside. 2-It takes 2 hours to 2,5 hours drive from pick up the guests in Hanoi Old Quarter to Ninh Binh included 1 stop for short break on the way.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Bai Dinh Pagoda
FOR GUESTS BOOK TOUR INCLUDED BAI DINH PAGODA: We will visit 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. First, you will get on electric car from car parking to Tam Quan Gate (main gate) then will walk with our tour guide to visit this pagoda and learn more about buddism religion.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Trang An Grottoes
FOR GUESTS BOOK TOUR INCLUDED TRANG AN : Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as AWorld Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”. With 2 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
FOR GUESTS BOOK TOUR INCLUDED HOA LU: You will reach to Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories of this two kings in Chinese Wars.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
FOR GUESTS BOOK TOUR INCLUDED TAM COC: Visit Tam Coc for taking the sampan go along the Ngo Dong river to visit three different caves. Then biking tour around Tam Coc area to see countryside village (about 30 -45 minutes)
120 minutes here · Admission included
Mua Caves
FOR GUESTS BOOK TOUR INCLUDED MUA CAVE: Mua Cave (Dancing Cave) for walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here
60 minutes here · Admission included
Old Quarter
At the end of the day, say good bye to Ninh Binh & you'll get back on the bus and after 2,5 hours driving again, we will back to Hanoi & drop off the guests at hotels/stays in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. End tour.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
If you stay outside of OlD QUARTER AREA, please come to Hanoi Opera House for pick up point
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Ends at
If you stay outside of OlD QUARTER AREA, please come to Hanoi Opera House for pick up point
Options you can book
HOA LU TRANG AN MUA CAVE 1 DAY
P/U AT HANOI OLD QUARTER AREA Limousine Bus Transfer: Pick Up and Transfer Roundtrip by Limousine Bus Duration: 12 hours HOA LU TRANG AN MUA CAVE 1 DAY: GUESTS will visit 3 places in Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital , Trang An Boating & Mua Cave Included Biking Option Buffet Lunch Meal on Tour Pickup included
BAI DINH TRANG AN 1 DAY TOUR
P/U at Hanoi Old Quarter Area Limousine Transfer Roundtrip: Pick Up at Hotels in Old Quarter Or Hanoi Opera House if outside by Limouisne BAI DINH TRANG AN 1 DAY TOUR: GUESTS will visit 2 places of Ninh Binh: Bai Dinh Pagoda and Trang An Boating , Not Included Mua Cave Duration: 10 hours Buffet Lunch Meal on Tour Not Included Biking Option Pickup included
HOA LU TRANG AN 1 DAY
P/U AT HANOI OLD QUARTER AREA Limousine Bus Transfer: Pick Up and Transfer Roundtrip by Limousine Bus Duration: 10 hours HOA LU TRANG AN 1 DAY TOUR: GUESTS will visit 2 places in Ninh Binh : Hoa Lu Ancient Capital , Trang An Boating & Not Included Mua Cave Included Biking Option Buffet Lunch Meal on Tour Pickup included
PRIVATE TOUR BY PRIVATE CAR
Pick Up Around Hanoi City: FOR THIS OPTION: We will pick up guests around places in Hanoi City (10KM away Old Quarter Area) PRIVATE CAR ROUNDTRIP: We will Private Car (4 seaters/ 7 seaters/ 16 seaters/ 29 seaters) depend on the number people of your group PRIVATE NINH BINH ONE DAY: This is flexible Itinerary so we will follow your request (You can choose visit 2 or 3 places in Ninh Binh) Set Lunch Meal ontour Experienced Tour Guide Pickup included
HOA LU TAM COC MUA CAVE 1 DAY
P/U AT HANOI OLD QUARTER AREA Limousine Bus Transfer : Pick Up and Transfer Roundtrip by Limousine Bus Duration: 12 hours HOA LU TAM COC MUA CAVE 1 DAY: GUESTS will visit 3 places in Ninh Binh : Hoa Lu Ancient Capital , Tam Coc Boating & Mua Cave Included Biking Option Buffet Lunch Meal on Tour Pickup included
PRIVATE TOUR BY DCAR LIMOUSINE
Pick Up Around Hanoi City: FOR THIS OPTION: We will pick up guests around places in Hanoi City (10KM away Old Quarter Area) PRIVATE LIMOUSINE DCAR: Good quality seats and more comfortable. This is best choice for the guest who do not want share transfer with others PRIVATE NINH BINH ONE DAY: This is flexible Itinerary so we will follow your request (You can choose visit 2 or 3 places in Ninh Binh) Set Lunch Meal ontour Experienced Tour Guide Pickup included
BAIDINH TRANG AN MUACAVE TOUR
P/U AT HANOI OLD QUARTER AREA Limousine Transfer Round Trip Duration: 12 hours BAIDINH TRANG AN MUACAVE TOUR: GUESTS will visit 3 places of Ninh Binh : Bai Dinh Pagoda, Trang An Boating AND Mua Cave Buffet Lunch Meal on Tour Not Included Biking Option Pickup included
HOA LU TAM COC 1 DAY TOUR
P/U AT HANOI OLD QUARTER AREA Limousine Bus Transfer: Pick Up and Transfer Roundtrip by Limousine Bus HOA LU TAM COC 1 DAY TOUR: GUESTS will visit 2 places in Ninh Binh : Hoa Lu Ancient Capital , Tam Coc Boating and Not Included Mua Cave Duration: 10 hours Included Biking Option Buffet Lunch Meal on Tour Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Authentic NINH BINH
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
17 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Loved the trip
We loved the trip thanks to Duyen!! She was so cheerful while explaining to us the history. We had an amazing time, definitely a must!!!
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback, Heilys Semper Beunes We are so happy that you enjoyed the Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong
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Amazing experience! The...
Amazing experience! The tour guide, Windy, was great at giving facts about the areas we visited and allowing us to move at our own pace. Highly recommend doing a private guided tour if you can swing the price.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback, Evelyn Kim We are so happy that you enjoyed the Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong
via Viator
A Great day’s adventure
Very good value for money. Very well organised with a Guide who was well informed and wanted to ensure everyone enjoyed the day
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback, Robert Timmins We are so happy that you enjoyed the Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong
via Viator
Ninh Binh - Not to be missed.
What a great day! For those who like to be active there was hiking, biking and paddling. If you prefer a quieter day this trip allows a full day where you can appreciate nature in all its splendour. Everything from rice paddies, to rivers and mountains. Highly recommend.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback, Linda Sellers We are so happy that you enjoyed the Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong
via Viator
Great tour and activities
Great tour and a lot of activities! Really enjoyed it, Arthur our tour guide is also lovely and knowledgeable! Managed to learn a bit of history of nhin bhin :)
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $39 to $350
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) cost?
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Prices start at $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 17 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling)?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi (Best Selling) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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