Ninh Binh -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi
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Is Ninh Binh -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi worth booking?
Ninh Binh -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi is a 12-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $45 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (1)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $45 per person
Take about 2 hours and half driving to Ninh Binh from Hanoi city. Visiting the biggest Bai Dinh Pagoda in Vietnam. Step on Kong Skull island with Rowing boat trip in Trang An where make you falling down the love. Not onl
What you get
- Bottled water
- Meal as mentioned: Vietnamese Buffet Lunch
- Lunch
- Return Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi by shuttle bus
- Complimentary water in the bus
- English speaking tour guide
About this experience
Take about 2 hours and half driving to Ninh Binh from Hanoi city. Visiting the biggest Bai Dinh Pagoda in Vietnam. Step on Kong Skull island with Rowing boat trip in Trang An where make you falling down the love. Not only take the trip visiting place where King Kong movie was made, but also you have the chance to visit one of the most beautiful places in the North of Vietnam. Trang An - UNESCO World Heritage Center where you take a boat trip to visit many caves of different sizes in a scenic landscape.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Meal as mentioned: Vietnamese Buffet Lunch
- Lunch
- Return Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi by shuttle bus
- Complimentary water in the bus
- English speaking tour guide
- Trang An rowing boat trip
- Photo hunting time
- Electric-car fees
Not included
- All meals & beverages not specifically mentioned.
- Pick up and drop off outside Hanoi Old Quarter not included (additional.
- Tips, Personal Expenses & those not clearly mentioned above
- Travel insurance.
- Visa application (where applicable) and personal travel documents are the.
What you'll see and do
Bai Dinh Pagoda
7:30-8:15 am: Tour guide picks you up on the lobby of your hotel and starting Ninh Binh -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi trip. Short break-time to the half way to relax, taking photo of countryside. Arrive Bai Dinh pagoda – the biggest one in Vietnam. Get on the Electric-car to the entrance of pagoda. Slowly walking to visit the pagoda with many Buddhist record, such as biggest Happy Buddha, biggest Buddhist Bell,…stepping on the corridor with 500 Buddha statues of Arhat. Your tour guide will introduce and help you understanding more about Vietnamese National Religion, also culture and habit of Vietnamese people. Afterward, bus will take you to the local restaurant and taste several Vietnamese foods with Buffet Lunch.
300 minutes here
Trang An Landscape Complex
After Lunch time, tour guide will take you to Trang An wharf where you will visit Trang An by rowing boat. It takes about 2 hours to visit deeply into Trang An – UNESCO World Heritage Center. The cave system in the limestone mountain bring you the feeling as you are living so far from the city’s life. Trang An Grottoes, an out-standing natural beauty of majestic limestone massif at 20 square kilometer rise dramatically out from rice paddy fields. Deep into the linked chains of towering mountain are pristine places of mystical valleys, numerous fresh water ponds, and jungle. Embark on a traditional sampan gently roweddown the exquisite river through numerous caves: Hang Toi ( Dack ) cave, 320 meter long, Sang (light) cave, 90 meter long, and Hang Nau Ruou (Cooking wine) cave, 250 meter long… Every passages bring new surprise of mystery hidden inside isolated valleys of tranquility that likely transformed to the other world and time. The fauna and flora is rich and a scene of a goat jumping from one cliff to the other is a common sight. Get back Trang An wharf, driver will pick you up for return way to Hanoi city. 19:00: Saying goodbye to your group at your hotel. Trip ends.
300 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- vi, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Vietnam Real Tour
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Ninh Binh -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Largest Pagoda In Vietnam and Skull Island Village Setting!
Beautiful tour to Ninh Bing that will help you fill up one of your days in Hanoi. With hotel pick up in Hanoi’s old quarter it is very Easy to join your tour as they will come and get you at your designated meeting time which is communicated with you via email after you make your booking. The drive is about 2 hours but broken up with a quick stop in the middle. Your first stop in Ninh Binh is at Trang An, a very beautiful recently made temple (guide advised it was completed in 2010). The temple is located on a hill so there is a little bit of an uphill walk to get to the main visiting points of Trang An. Very beautiful site with lots of greenery, unfortunately the visit does to include time or entrance into the Pagoda itself but the site is very beautiful. After Trang An you continue to your Buffet Lunch, lots of options available so you will not leave hungry. The local delicacy is goat meat, which you’ll see local stands along the road all over serving. At the restaurant the have a goat soup along with a crispy rice patty which pairs nicely. It’s an interesting Combination for any adventurous food eaters out there. After lunch you get to eat part of the tour! A rowboat will take you through the Cliffs of the setting of Kong: Skull Island. Now for any big fans of the movie you’ll immediately realize this is not quite the exact set. This is because after the movie was filmed all of the props/sets/etc were disassembled and returned to the USA. Local tourism constructed a replica which is still very impressive as a small attraction inside of the cliffs. I would recommend this tour to anyone who would like to enjoy a day out of Hanoi to see some sights that you may not be able to experience if you’re just hitting the bigger cities.
Response from the operator: Dear EastSam Thank you so much for taking the time sharing your trip on here. Your review is very clearly to describe this Bai Dinh pagoda - Trang An day trip in Ninh Binh. Thanks to your kind review, other customer will see more clearly this trip before booking the tour. I absolutely agree with you that this trip is very worth time for one day out of Hanoi. This tour helps traveller more understanding the national religion of Vietnam. Also visiting Trang An - UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Not only beautiful scenery by rowing boat, but also visiting Kong skull island by stepping in Trang An. We are so happy to see that you have enjoyed this trip so much. You also like the local food, especially the goat meat for Lunch. Thank you so much for choosing our tour and let us the chance arranging your trip. We all hope to have more chance welcome you to our other tour which is very beautiful and interesting as well. Hope you have a good day. Best wishes! Manh & Vietnam Real Tour team!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $45 to $55
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
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Ninh Binh -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day 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 Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi cost?
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Prices start at $45 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 Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi 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 -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 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 -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day 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 Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 12-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Ninh Binh -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day From Hanoi?
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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 -Trang An - Bai Dinh Pagoda Full Day 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 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.
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