Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam

Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi

Outty Ranking 58 4.5 · 4 traveler reviews11 hoursFrom $69
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58/100

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Traveler rating

4.5/5

Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi worth booking?

Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi is a 11-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $69 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (4)
Duration
11 hours
From
$69 per person

Escape the hustle and bustle of Hanoi and spend a day exploring the tranquil scenery of Ninh Binh on this full-day tour. Join a small group and visit the biggest pagoda in Vietnam, Bai Dinh, to learn about Buddhism. Then, take a bamboo boat ride to the Trang An grottoes where you visit the Mua Cave, situated at the end of 500 stairs. Visit Trang An complex by bamboo boat for enjoy the beauty of the caves, limestone mountains, temples and pagodas. Visit Mua Cave by hiking 500 steps to Lying Dragon Mountain to enjoy stunning view.

What you get

    About this experience

    Escape the hustle and bustle of Hanoi and spend a day exploring the tranquil scenery of Ninh Binh on this full-day tour. Join a small group and visit the biggest pagoda in Vietnam, Bai Dinh, to learn about Buddhism. Then, take a bamboo boat ride to the Trang An grottoes where you visit the Mua Cave, situated at the end of 500 stairs. Visit Trang An complex by bamboo boat for enjoy the beauty of the caves, limestone mountains, temples and pagodas. Visit Mua Cave by hiking 500 steps to Lying Dragon Mountain to enjoy stunning view.

    What's included

    Included

    • Entrance fees for sightseeing as itinenary
    • English speaking tour guide during the tour
    • Limousine Bus Transfer Hanoi to Ninh Binh & Return
    • Lunch meal at local restaurant with vietnamese cuisine
    • Boat trip and hike up mountain and relaxing.

    Not included

    • Beverages, Tips and Personal expenses

    What you'll see and do

    1. 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

    2. Bai Dinh Pagoda

      10:30 : Arrive in Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam with 10 meters in height, 100 tons in weight. After get off from electric car at the entrance gate, you will walk with our tour guide to visit this pagoda and learn more about buddism religion. 12:00: Have a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Trang An Grottoes

      13h00: Visit Tràng An whichwas 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 2.5 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Mua Caves

      15:45: Keep going to visit Mua Cave where 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.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Old Quarter

      At the end of the day, guests will say goodbye Ninh Binh and get on our tourist bus to return Ha Noi about 19h00 - 19h30 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

    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 22 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Authentic Travel Ho Chi Minh

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • 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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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    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

    4 verified traveler reviews for Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Maurits_S · April 2025

    Rushing true the highlights

    We saw a lot of highlights and they were al Beautiful. Problem with this tour for us is that we like to have a little bit more time instead for one hour everywere. It felt like we were constantly in a rush. Guide was great by the way.

    Response from the operator: Dear Stoppels Maurits, Thank you for your review about your trip in Ninh Binh. It is very pity you could have 5 star review from your side. Normally, for this tour to Ninh Binh , you will spend abut at least 1 hour to visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, 3 hours boat trip in Trang An and 1 hour visit the view at Mua Cave , 1 hour stop lunch so total time is 6 hours in Ninh Binh. We also well noted that in the tour. We also happy to know guide do his jod is very good. Hope to welcome you next time. Best Regards Kevin (Mr)

    via Viator

    vijayendran2024 · December 2024

    Amazing Experience

    Amazing trip. The Guide Lành was very good knowledgeable and professional. Entire trip was planned amazingly and we had a great time

    Response from the operator: Dear Nikam Vijayendra, Thank you so much for booking to Ninh Binh Day Trip with us. We are much appreciated your review. Your beautiful words are our powerful to make the services better day by day. We are so happy to get your compliments. We always ready to serve you and your family in the future. We wish that you will have a great time in Vietnam. Best Regards Mr Kevin

    via Tripadvisor

    RuchaB · December 2024

    Ninh Binh day tour

    This tour was spectacular and was arranged extremely well. The tour guide was knowledgeable and humorous. He kept us well informed and took very good care of us. His name was Mr. Nam. The limousine was wonderful and very comfortable. If I would return to Hanoi i would definitely book through Authentic Hanoi travel.

    Response from the operator: Dear Rucha, Thank you so much for booking to Ninh Binh Day Trip with us. We are much appreciated your review. Your beautiful words are our powerful to make the services better day by day. We are so happy to get your compliments. We always ready to serve you and your family in the future. We wish that you will have a great time. Best Regards Mr Kevin

    via Tripadvisor

    Rosadarling · November 2024

    A great trip to Ninh Binh

    The experience was really nice, Kevin was very attentive and caring making sure that we had a great time. He, Huy and the rest of the team put a great effort in making us comfortable and happy checking with us. The trip was very well organised, the sites we visited were fantastic. The guide was very informative and caring making sure at all times that all members of the trip were ok. Lunch was delicious and the coach was very comfortable. I would rate the experience 10 out of 10. I recommend this trip with them as I experienced they care about their wellbeing and satisfaction of their customers.

    Response from the operator: Dear Mrs Rosa, Thank you so much for booking to Ninh Binh say Trip with us. We are much appreciated your review. Your beautiful words are our powerful to make the services better day by day. We are so happy to get your compliments. We always ready to serve you and your family in the future. We wish that you will have a great time. Best Regards Mr Kevin

    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
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Authentic Travel Ho Chi Minh, who run 148 experiences we rank across 11 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.8.

    See everything Authentic Travel Ho Chi Minh runs

    Why this scores 58

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)85
    Review evidence (18% weight)25
    Booking momentum (14% weight)13
    Value for money (12% weight)55
    Listing quality (10% weight)78
    Local standing (8% weight)43
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi cost?

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    Prices start at $69 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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi 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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi 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 (4.5/5 across 4 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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi?

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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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi 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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi?

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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 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi 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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi?

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    Included: Entrance fees for sightseeing as itinenary; English speaking tour guide during the tour; Limousine Bus Transfer Hanoi to Ninh Binh & Return; Lunch meal at local restaurant with vietnamese cuisine; and Boat trip and hike up mountain and relaxing. Not included: Beverages, Tips and Personal expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 864 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi 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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi?

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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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Ninh Binh Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi 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 Trang An Bai Dinh and Mua Cave Trip From Hanoi?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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