Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour in Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam

Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour

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Is Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour worth booking?

Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour is a 11-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $35 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 39 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
80 / 100
Rating
5/5 (39)
Duration
11 hours
From
$35 per person

Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories they is known as the first capital of Vietnam with a wide range of historical l

What you get

  • Local English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Tam Coc Boat Trip or Trang An boat Trip
  • Delicious set menu Lunch at beautiful restaurant
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (at Hotels located in the Old Quarter area, Hoan kiem district)
  • 1 bottle mineral water/person/day
  • Transfer round trip with AC modern and comfortable vehicle

About this experience

Hoa Lu ancient capital of Viet Nam. You will visit Dinh King temple and Le King temple in the 10th centery, finding out the heroic histories they is known as the first capital of Vietnam with a wide range of historical landmarks Trang An/ Tam coc tourist attraction, take a boat trip to visit cave complex in mystery and wildness,They have a lot of beautiful stalactites and stalagmites with different calorful. see the scenery of mountain and rivers Halong Bay on the land of Ninh Binh. Mua cave attracts visitors with its many interesting stories. Climb 500 stone steps, here you can see all the way to Tam Coc, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the countryside and Ngo Dong river. HIGHLIGHT: - SMALL GROUP TOUR MAX 18 PASSENGER - VISIT HOA LU TEMPLE, HIKING TO MUA CAVE, BOATING TO TRANG AN/TAM COC (depending the season, we will choose Trang An or Tam Coc for you to make sure you have best experience)

What's included

Included

  • Local English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Tam Coc Boat Trip or Trang An boat Trip
  • Delicious set menu Lunch at beautiful restaurant
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (at Hotels located in the Old Quarter area, Hoan kiem district)
  • 1 bottle mineral water/person/day
  • Transfer round trip with AC modern and comfortable vehicle

Not included

  • Drinks in meals, Gratuities for boat rower...
  • What not mentioned in inclusion

What you'll see and do

  1. Hanoi Opera House

    Bus and tour guide pick you up in Old Quarter area before passing by Hanoi Opera House around 8:00am to pick up the other who is not staying in Old Quarter area. Heading to South of Hanoi to Ninh Binh

    5 minutes here

  2. Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties

    Stop at Dinh & Le Temple for 45 minutes to visit 2 famous temples worshiping King Dinh & Le

    45 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Mua Caves

    Guide take you to Mua Cave ,climb up 500 steeps to top of mountain and you have chance for panorama view the landscape of Tam Coc Having lunch at beautiful local restaurant at noon

    90 minutes here · Admission included

  4. Trang An Landscape Complex

    Depart to the most popular attraction to visit in Ninh Binh are the Trang An Grottoes ( the World Natural Heritage site). Enjoy 2 hour on rowing boat to trip to visit cave complex: : Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, Thanh Truot in mystery and wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers - Halong Bay on land of Ninh Binh. Get back to local house , during 30 minutes You will join Vietnamese folk music show with the participation of talented artists performing with “Dan Bau” (monochord), “Dan Nhi” (2-string zither), “Dan Day” (plucked lute), flute. you know more about the spiritual life of Vietnamese. boat trip is one-way

    120 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Hanoi

Free pick up and drop off at hotels located in "the Old Quarter" of Hanoi, Hoan Kiem district. Please advise us your hotel address

Meeting point

Hanoi

If you are not staying on Old Quarter of Hanoi. Please come to No. 9 Hang Huong at 7:30am to join the tour

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Ends at

Free pick up and drop off at hotels located in "the Old Quarter" of Hanoi, Hoan Kiem district. Please advise us your hotel address

Ends at

If you are not staying on Old Quarter of Hanoi. Please come to No. 9 Hang Huong at 7:30am to join the tour

Options you can book

  • Private Tour

    Private Tour with Professional Tour guide, flexible time, visit Mua Cave for great panorama view of Tam Coc and rice field, Boat trip along Ngo Dong river, Delicious set menu lunch at quite Bungalow.. Private tour: comfortable and flexible tour. you can choose departime. pick up point (hotels/hostel... in Hanoi center) Set menu Lunch: Delicious set menu lunch in the cave. free a drinking each person in meal Private car: depends on the number of passenger, we set up new and comfortable car (4-7-16 seats...) with proffessor driver

  • Limousine transfer

    Deluxe Tour: Limousine transfer, max 15 passengers Delicious set menu lunch excited itinerary: Visiting Mua Cave for great panorama view of Tam Coc and rice field, Trang An Boat trip along river, Music Show and Tea Break

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
Vietnam Open Tour Limited Company

Know before you go

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Itinerary can change due to the weather condition
  • Sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Kindly advise us your hotel address to the Operator Number in the voucher
  • Don't worry if Tour Operator do not contact you right after you made booking. We often confirm/reconfirm pick up time/pick up point 1-2 days before travel date
  • Surcharge 15usd/pax (If you book Private Tour) or surcharge 5usd/pax (if you book Group tour) if you travel during Lunar New Year from 24-29 Jan 2020. Kindly pay directly 15usd/pax in CASH for tour guide when he/she comes to pick you up.
  • After the tour, If you want to stay in Tam Coc in the few days before getting back Hanoi, Please advise us when you do want to come back Hanoi. Daily we have bus at 15:30 from Tam Coc to Hanoi. Surcharge for this service is 7usd/way/pax Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Photos

Tam coc boat tripHoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour in Hanoi, photo 3Mua caveHoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour in Hanoi, photo 5Đinh - Lê templeTam Coc

What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 39 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

8 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

4 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

3 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Food and drink

2 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Physical effort

2 mentions

Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

Traveler reviews

39 verified traveler reviews for Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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772srinivasr · October 2025

Ning bing one day trip

Tony is funny guy and he is nice man good tour guide lovely group,nice view we enjoyed a lot in boat trip and we are interested to travel with open tour again

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ragavk2015 · October 2025

Fun and Memorable

The tour was fun and informative. Had a wonderful time with the weather being really kind to us. Mr. DA, the tour guide was funny and helpful and made the tour a memorable one. Would highly recommend this to everyone.

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Harmony9496 · October 2025

Ninh Binh tour

It was amazing lifetime in Ninh bình. Tony as our guide who gave us alot of nice information about places. Nice view. And great buffer lunch also. I would like to recommend this tour to all my friend

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victoriacV2201NY · October 2025

Day trip to Nihn Bihn

Tony was a great guide, super friendly from the first minute we saw him and he had communicated well with us beforehand to arrange pick up from our hotel. He gave us a very detailed and passionate tour. We couldn't have asked for a better guide for our day trip. The places we visited were so beautiful and cultural and this trip was a real highlight of our time spent in Vietnam!

via Tripadvisor

danicM4247SB · October 2025

Ninh Binh done right!

This day trip was excellent & a really brilliant addition to our honeymoon. It was our favourite day in Vietnam. Tony was an amazing tour guide from start to finish. He was fun & engaging & very knowledgeable. He made the trip extra special. We would highly recommend this company for your excursions.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
11 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$35 to $110
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
14
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 80

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)96
Review evidence (18% weight)55
Booking momentum (14% weight)48
Value for money (12% weight)93
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)63
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.

How much does Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour cost?

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Prices start at $35 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 Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour take?

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Plan for about 11 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 Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 39 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 Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour?

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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 Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour?

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Around 14 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 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc/Trang An - DELUXE Small Group Tour 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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