Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave
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Is Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave worth booking?
Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave is a 10-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $40 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $40 per person
If you are looking for 1 day tour not too far from Hanoi, Hoa Lu Trang An Mua Cave 1 Day is one of the best choice for you visit lot of beautiful places in Ninh Binh. This tour will make your day become memorable because
What you get
- Visit Hoa Lu if you book tour included
- A buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisines
- English speaking tour guide during the tour
- Limousine Bus Roundtrip with experienced driver
- Visit Trang An if you book tour included
- Entrance fees & sightseeing as per itinerary
About this experience
If you are looking for 1 day tour not too far from Hanoi, Hoa Lu Trang An Mua Cave 1 Day is one of the best choice for you visit lot of beautiful places in Ninh Binh. This tour will make your day become memorable because of a fixed convenient schedule for climbing to the top of the Mua cave seeing how a panoramic view of Ninh Binh is, slowly moving on a rowing boat in Ecotourism Trang An Tour to discover mysterious caves. You also visit Hoa Lu Vietnamese Ancient Capital and know more about history of Vietnam.
What's included
Included
- Visit Hoa Lu if you book tour included
- A buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisines
- English speaking tour guide during the tour
- Limousine Bus Roundtrip with experienced driver
- Visit Trang An if you book tour included
- Entrance fees & sightseeing as per itinerary
- Visit Mua Cave if you book tour included
Not included
- Beverages, Tips and Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Old Quarter
07h10 AM – 7h20 AM : Get picked up by our friendly guide then depart for Ninh Binh province where about 100km away Hanoi Old Quarter. It takes about 2 hours drive includes breal time on the way.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
FOR THE GUEST BOOK TOUR INCLUDED VISIT HOA LU: Visit Hoa Lư ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is not only a valuable relic site but also a remarkable tourist attraction, offering tourists the chance to appreciate both stunning historical scenery and unique architectural values of a bygone era.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Trang An Grottoes
FOR THE GUEST BOOK TOUR INCLUDED VISIT TRANG AN: Have a buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods and vegetarian foods are available in the buffet lunch. After lunch, guest will 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. Then continue the tour for cycling around the village to discover the life of the local people.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Mua Caves
FOR THE GUEST BOOK TOUR INCLUDED VISIT MUA CAVE: Keep going to Mua Cave where you can walk up almost 500 steps up the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here. The Mua Cave brings you one of the best panoramic view of one of the nicest sceneries in Viet Nam- that’s Ninh Binhb which is known as a wonder of the world, the Telegraph from UK said “It’s an area known locally as Vietnam’s ‘Inland Halong Bay’” or Mua Cave – The Vietnamese “Great Wall of China”
60 minutes here · Admission included
Old Quarter
At the end of the day, guests will say goodbye Ninh Binh and get on our tourist bus to return Ha Noi and drop off at your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Tour finish!
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
If you stay outside Old Quarter Area, please come by your own 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 Old Quarter Area, please come by your own to Hanoi Opera House for pick up point
Options you can book
Hoa Lu Trang An + Mua Cave
Pick Up Old Quarter Area ONLY Limousine Thaco Roundtrip: Max 22 guests on the limousine Hoa Lu Trang An Mua Cave Tour: FOR THE GUEST BOOK THIS OPTION: You will visit 3 places in Ninh Bình : Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave Duration: 12 hours: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu Ancient Capital - Trang An Boating - Biking - Mua Cave - Hanoi Biking Option Included Buffet Lunch For This Tour Pickup included
ONLY Hoa Lu Trang An Tour
Pick Up Old Quarter Area ONLY Limousine Thaco Roundtrip: Max 22 guests on the limousine Hoa Lu Trang An One Day Tour : FOR THE GUEST BOOK THIS OPTION: You will visit 2 places in Ninh Bình : Hoa Lu and Trang An (No Mua Cave) Duration: 10 hours: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu Ancient Capital - Trang An Boating - Biking - Hanoi Buffet Lunch For This Tour Included Biking Option 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 Travel Ho Chi Minh
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
So much fun
This was a tour that I really wanted to do and convinced the family to go on it. Being so tall they struggled in the bus but otherwise everyone enjoyed themselves. When doing this tour, make sure you have your knees and shoulders covered (men and women) to go into the temple in the ancient capital. The boys did the optional bike ride before lunch, and even though I'm on crutches I gave the Mua Cave hike a go and got to the shop just over half way up (about 400 steps). The views were amazing!! If you can definitely give this a go! The tour overall was amazing and our tour guide Dong was fantastic!! We loved this tour and thank you Cường for booking and arranging this for us! Definitely recommend this tour! Trang An boat is amazing and the groups we had, as there was extra paddles we made races and paddled with the drivers as well, creating races and having fun with other boats and our drivers..
Response from the operator: Dear Sonya Wurst, Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! We’re truly happy to hear that this was a tour you really wanted to do—and even happier that your whole family enjoyed it together Thank you for sharing the helpful tip about covering knees and shoulders at the ancient capital temple; it’s great advice for future travelers. We’re especially impressed that you gave the Mua Cave hike a try even while on crutches—what an achievement! Reaching nearly 400 steps and still enjoying those amazing views is inspiring. It’s fantastic to know the boys enjoyed the bike ride and that Trang An boat trip was such a fun and memorable experience, especially with the friendly races and laughter shared with the boat drivers. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our guide Dong and to Cường for the booking and arrangements—they’ll be delighted to hear your feedback. Thank you again for choosing us and for the strong recommendation. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Vietnam for another unforgettable adventure! Best regards Kevin (Mr)
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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
- $40 to $57
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
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Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave cost?
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Prices start at $40 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 Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave 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 Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave?
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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 Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave 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 Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave?
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Around 0 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 Ninh Binh Full Day Tour with Hoa Lu, Trang An and Mua Cave 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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