
Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip
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Is Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip worth booking?
Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip is a 12-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $40 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 58 / 100
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- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Full Day escape from Hanoi bustling.. Visit Hoa Lu temple with amazing legendary & histories in Ninh Binh Visit Trang An tourist attraction by boat - Halong bay onland, the world heritage site in Vietnam Enjoy a deli
What you get
- English speaking guide
- Buffet Lunch, a small bottle water on the bus
- Shuttle bus round trip
About this experience
Full Day escape from Hanoi bustling.. Visit Hoa Lu temple with amazing legendary & histories in Ninh Binh Visit Trang An tourist attraction by boat - Halong bay onland, the world heritage site in Vietnam Enjoy a delicious local lunch Visit Mua cave & enjoy amazing panorama views of Tam Coc from the top. Making new friends from over the world
What's included
Included
- English speaking guide
- Buffet Lunch, a small bottle water on the bus
- Shuttle bus round trip
Not included
- Drink in lunch, Laundry, telephone, pick up not in old quarter
- Surcharge: 15USD more per person on the lunar New year holiday: from 05th to 09th, 2027
- Entrance fees at the Hoa Lu temple: 20.000VND per person (optional)
- Entrance fees at the Trang An & boat trip: 300.000VND per person (optional)
- Entrance fees at the Mua cave: 150.000VND per person (Optional)
What you'll see and do
Hanoi Opera House
Pick up hotels in Hanoi old quarter or Opera house from 7.30 AM
Pass by without stopping
Trang An Landscape Complex
07:00 - 07.45 AM: Pick up hotels in Hanoi old quarter & transfers to Ninh Binh 10h30: Visit Hoa Lu 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. 11h45: Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice….Vegetarian foods is always available at the lunch... 13h00: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as The world Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An tourist attraction has the wonderful tunnel cave system so that Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for New Version of Kong in 2016 – “ Skull Island”. With 2.5 hours for the boat trip, you will persuaded by the beaty here. 15h30: Get back to Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here 16h30: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi. Around 7.00-7.30: Arriving Hanoi old quarter.
720 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
If client don't use our transfers from Hanoi, please come to Hoa Lu temple at 10.10 am to join the group tour
Meeting point
Hanoi
We offer transfers services from Hanoi old quarter (free)
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
If client don't use our transfers from Hanoi, please come to Hoa Lu temple at 10.10 am to join the group tour
Ends at
We offer transfers services from Hanoi old quarter (free)
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 Tonkin Travel
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Cycling is not a professional activity and we are not professional cyclists, we are tourists. Cycling is extra services, just for fun & free, not included in the prices (Customers don't pay for Cycling services). It's a very small activity on the whole package, we don't focus on cycling activity. Pls note that: - Customers can skip cycling if don't know how to bike or too fat. - Customers don't bike can walk around to take photos or just relax at the restaurant to wait for others. - Bikes are not suite for children under 2 Years old. - Please check the bikes carefully before using, many tourists don't know how to use it, so they damage the bicycles.
- Surcharge: 15USD per person on Lunar New year holiday: from 05th to 09th, 2027 (Please pay cash directly on tour)
- Things to bring: Umbrellar/ Hat, shirts (protect skins in the hot summer & strong sun, shoes for hiking, small money, sunglasses, suncream, camera, small waters, snacks, raincoats, insect spray... Jackets (in the Winter).
- 07.00 – 7.45AM: Pick up at hotels in Hanoi old quarter (time to pick up depending your hotel locations...). If customers don't stay in Hanoi old quarter, pls come to Hanoi Opera house, 01 Trang Tien street before 7.45AM to get on the bus.
- Customers have to contact us to confirm pick-up information before going by email: vietnamtonkintravel@gmail.com or Whatsaap/ phone/ zalo: +84987998219
- Do not tip if asked by local people, we cannot stop them but warning to our tourist)
- NOTE: From July 01, 2026, the Vietnamese government stopped all the tourist buses to come inside Hanoi Old Quarter. So, we will confirm exactly pickup point and time before the departure date. Pickup and drop-off services will be provided along the following streets: Hai Bà Trưng, Tràng Thi, Phùng Hưng, Hàng Đậu, Trần Nhật Duật, Trần Quang Khải, Nhà Hát Lớn, Tràng Tiền, Lý Thường Kiệt...
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Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $45
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
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Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip 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 Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip take?
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Plan for about 12 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 Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip?
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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 Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip?
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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 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Temple Trang An boat trip Mua Cave hiking mountain Day trip 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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