
Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day worth booking?
Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day is a 11-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $145 per person. It scores 51 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
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $145 per person
1. Enjoy hiking, biking, touring by boat, as well as learning about Vietnamese culture. 2. This trip is ideal for travelers loving nature, discovery with activities on a handy day tour. 3. During the trip you enjoy luxury day tour to the beautiful the ancient capital Hoa Lu, Trang An Scenic Complex, Mua Caves featuring karst formations and caves. 4. The itinerary includes a sampan (wooden boat) ride along the river system to visit Trang An Grottoes, an area known as the inland version of Ha Long Bay. You will have a peaceful rowing trip through this unique natural area. 5. And also climb almost 500 stone steps to the peak of Lying Dragon for panoramic views of Ninh Binh. 6. This tour is or active travelers loving nature and discovery.
What you get
About this experience
1. Enjoy hiking, biking, touring by boat, as well as learning about Vietnamese culture. 2. This trip is ideal for travelers loving nature, discovery with activities on a handy day tour. 3. During the trip you enjoy luxury day tour to the beautiful the ancient capital Hoa Lu, Trang An Scenic Complex, Mua Caves featuring karst formations and caves. 4. The itinerary includes a sampan (wooden boat) ride along the river system to visit Trang An Grottoes, an area known as the inland version of Ha Long Bay. You will have a peaceful rowing trip through this unique natural area. 5. And also climb almost 500 stone steps to the peak of Lying Dragon for panoramic views of Ninh Binh. 6. This tour is or active travelers loving nature and discovery.
What's included
Included
- English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees to the sites as mentioned in program
- Bottled water
- Comfortable transfers round trip
- Wonderful Buffet Lunch
Not included
- Drinks in the restaurant (lunch time)
- Tips/Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Hanoi Opera House
Our tour guide and the vehicle will pick you up at the hotels as your expected time as booked, then start a 110km drive on a comfortable vehicle through verdant landscape. Stop over for a rest on the way.
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Mua Caves
Mua cave visit. And now you hike up to the top of Dragon mountain. During the hiking to Mua cave you will conquer 486 stone steps to reach the summit for the wonderful panoramic views of the whole area. The road to Mua cave look like Great wall of China. Although it may make you tired because of high steps, it becomes more interesting if you climb slowly and on the way you can take some nice photos. Since you end your climbing, on the top of Mua cave, every worries will gone with the wind. Any tiring feeling will disappear, instead limitness and expanses of fat rice crops (Tam Coc rice fileds) appears magically in front of your eyes.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
11:30 Visit Hoa Lu ancient Citadel with King Dinh Temple dating back to the 10th Century. The old capital has a variety of historical places for visitors to pay a trip. The attractions are temples, where people worship the Emperors and royal people that ruled here more than 1000 years ago. And nowadays Hoa Lu still keeps the remaining of ancients fortress built by Dinh dynasty more than 1000 years ago. The Imperial palce lays under the ground for 3m and now become a very interesting place to visit. Then continue the tour with 30-minute biking in a rural village to discover the life of local people. Please notes that this short biking trip is just an extra activity (free of charge) to help you experience the peaceful rural landscapes, not a professional biking trip. If you don't know how to bike or not interested in this activity then you can skip it (and instead you can walk around the area to take photos or just relax at the restaurant to wait for others while they are cycling).
60 minutes here · Admission included
Trang An Landscape Complex
You have a wonderful lunch in a local restaurant nearby. Then start a boat ride in Trang An Scenic Landscape complex. There is beautiful scenery landscape, you will boarding a small boat to visit Trang An, you will see majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious yet inviting caves, as well as countryside sights, like boat trip to visit cave complex: Sang cave, Toi cave, Giot cave, in mystery wildness, see scenery of mountain and rivers Ha Long Bay on land.
150 minutes here · Admission included
Hanoi Opera House
After Trang An, you go back to the tour bus to get back to Hanoi. Drop you off at your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter or at the meeting point (Hanoi Opera House). Tour will end around 19:30 - 19:45 at your hotel.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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
- Paradise Indochina Travel
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quang you are AWESOME and thank you so much, hope to see you again in another trip to Viet Nam!
We had a blast traveling to Ninh Binh, I would strongly recommend this tour and if you have a chance like us to travel with Quang, he will make your travel experience unforgettable! The tour service is amazing, if you are looking for a great service you are at the right place!
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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
- $145 to $195
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Paradise Indochina Travel, who run 24 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.0.
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Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day cost?
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Prices start at $145 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 Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day 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 Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 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 Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day?
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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 Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day 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 Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day?
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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 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day 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 Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day?
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Included: English-speaking tour guide; Entrance fees to the sites as mentioned in program; Bottled water; Comfortable transfers round trip; and Wonderful Buffet Lunch. Not included: Drinks in the restaurant (lunch time); and Tips/Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 2237 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day 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 Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day?
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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.
Is Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Ninh Binh Private Tour Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave Full Day 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.
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