Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc
Hanoi, Vietnam

Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc

Outty Ranking 63 4.7 · 3 traveler reviews9 hoursFrom $39
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Outty Ranking

63/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.7/5

Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc worth booking?

Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc is a 9-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $39 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
63 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (3)
Duration
9 hours
From
$39 per person

Hoa Lu Tam Coc are among the most beautiful landscapes in Ninh Binh province, which is 100km away from Hanoi. Hoa Lu is renowned as once the ancient capital featuring the royal palace grounds of the Le and Dinh dynasties in 10th century. Tuyet Tinh Coc is surrounded by majestic green mountains and an enormous, tranquil lake like heaven on earth. Tam Coc which means three caves in Vietnamese is well-known for its spectacular canals, karstic rock formations, rice fields stretching along the Ngo Dong River and the limestone grottoes that would take your breath away. Highlights • Visit the ancient Dinh King temple in the Hoa Lu citadel  • Enjoy the peaceful panoramic view and Am Tien Cave at Tuyet Tinh Coc • Have Vietnamese buffet lunch  • Enjoy sampan boat trip on Ngo Dong river • Bike around the rice fields and villages  • Visit the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda

What you get

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Boat trip on Ngo Dong Rive
  • Bike
  • Air-conditioned transportation round trip Hanoi - Ninh Binh
  • Bottles of water on the bus

About this experience

Hoa Lu Tam Coc are among the most beautiful landscapes in Ninh Binh province, which is 100km away from Hanoi. Hoa Lu is renowned as once the ancient capital featuring the royal palace grounds of the Le and Dinh dynasties in 10th century. Tuyet Tinh Coc is surrounded by majestic green mountains and an enormous, tranquil lake like heaven on earth. Tam Coc which means three caves in Vietnamese is well-known for its spectacular canals, karstic rock formations, rice fields stretching along the Ngo Dong River and the limestone grottoes that would take your breath away. Highlights • Visit the ancient Dinh King temple in the Hoa Lu citadel  • Enjoy the peaceful panoramic view and Am Tien Cave at Tuyet Tinh Coc • Have Vietnamese buffet lunch  • Enjoy sampan boat trip on Ngo Dong river • Bike around the rice fields and villages  • Visit the ancient Bich Dong Pagoda

What's included

Included

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Boat trip on Ngo Dong Rive
  • Bike
  • Air-conditioned transportation round trip Hanoi - Ninh Binh
  • Bottles of water on the bus
  • English speaking tour guide

Not included

  • Beverages, tips & personal expenses

What you'll see and do

  1. BCfamilytour.com - The leading Tour Operator in South East Asia

    Our tour guide will pick up at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter around 07:45 - 08:30am

    45 minutes here

  2. Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties

    10:10 Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient capital  10:20 Visit the King Ding Temple

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Tuyệt Tinh Cốc

    11:00 Visit Am Tien Cave and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view at Tuyet Tinh Coc 12:00 Have a  buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  4. Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng

    13:15 Enjoy the sampan boat trip through the three emerald caves on the beautiful river and overlook the countryside landscape  15:00 Bike on the peaceful countryside roads to Bich Dong pagoda. Spending 40 mins to climb up and down the mountain to see the ancient pagoda 16:30 Leave Tam Coc for Hanoi  18:20 Arrive in Hanoi and finish the unforgettable full day trip

    120 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Hanoi

Free pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, please give us your hotel name and hotel address

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations.

Ends at

Free pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, please give us your hotel name and hotel address

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
BCFamilyTour.com

Know before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

3 mentions

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

Knowledge and storytelling

2 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

2 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Value for money

1 mention

Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

Organization

1 mention

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Food and drink

1 mention

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

Traveler reviews

3 verified traveler reviews for Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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42kerryf · January 2020

Caves and monkeys 🐵

This tour started off as a disaster, the weather was bad, the tour guide was 1 hour late 😓 and the bus was cramped - but the tour guide was full of information, very friendly and helpful and the activities(kayaking and the caves) were very good. For £40 it’s not bad, with a seafood lunch 🥗 and you can buy beers at 50k each on board. the tour only drops off/picks up in Old Quarter which is a bit annoying - don’t go to the tour office to be picked up as they speak no English and don’t have the tour bookings on their system - it made us worry that we’d been charged without the tour booing going through.

via Tripadvisor

Sonja_D · September 2019

1a Recommendation - a real highlight!!

Perfect oganisation, perfekt guides very kind, helpful and with good knowledge of the places we went to. Very interesting background given to culture and history of Vietnam. Stunning countryside with magnificant views.

via Viator

katycarey · January 2019

Worth it

I’m telling you this one was a fantastic tour. Aloha tours showed up on time to pick us up in our hotel, our tour guide Rose was very a knowledgeable and happily answered all questions with her beautiful smile. Even thou it was cold and raining the sites were gorgeous. Rise was helpful and kind and sweet. She even lend me her scarf to keep me warm. The temples, the boat ride, the hiking up the mountain to get the best view of the lake all was beautiful and worth the 2 hours bus ride! I will highly recommend the tour.

via Viator

Good to know

Duration
9 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
6+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$39 to $49
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Solid Choice

Who runs this experience

Operated by BCFamilyTour.com, who run 125 experiences we rank across 14 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.8.

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Why this scores 63

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
Review evidence (18% weight)22
Booking momentum (14% weight)13
Value for money (12% weight)76
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)48
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc 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 Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc take?

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Plan for about 9 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 Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 3 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 Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc?

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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 Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc?

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Around 1 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc 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 Ha Giang Loop 3-Day Small Group - from Hanoi, (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR, Incense Village Quang Phu Cau, Hat Village and Hanoi City Tour. 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.

What is included in Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc?

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Included: Lunch; Bottled water; Boat trip on Ngo Dong Rive; Bike; and Air-conditioned transportation round trip Hanoi - Ninh Binh. Not included: Beverages, tips & personal expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

Does Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc include hotel pickup?

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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 3 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

What languages is Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc offered in?

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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc?

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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

What happens to Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc if the weather is bad?

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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hanoi. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

What do travelers say about Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tuyet Tinh Coc, and Tam Coc?

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Across 3 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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