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Vietnam's standout days.
The 15 most popular ninh binh tours in Vietnam. What each day is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Full-day Ninh Binh tour from Hanoi with Hoa Lu temples, Mua Cave steps, Tam Coc sampan caves, biking to Bich Dong, plus river lunch.
“This tour was fun. They picked us up at our hotel which was very efficient. We got to go to temples, bike ride, had lunch, a boat tour. It was a very nice day.”
Full-day Ninh Binh tour from Hanoi with Hoa Lu history, Tam Coc bamboo-boat views, and a 500-step Mua Cave climb, plus optional biking.
“Sunny was a perfect guide and the 3 activities were some of the best we did in our month in Southeast Asia. We were hoping to see some of the out of city countryside in North Vietnam and this tour did not disappoint.”
Hanoi to Ninh Binh day trip by limousine: Bai Dinh or Hoa Lu, Trang An cave boat ride, and Mua Cave viewpoint hike for about $46.
“It was such a perfect day! Saw so many beautiful sceneries. The temple was impressive and our guide Henry was so knowledgeable about it all and also patient when we went up the Mua cave which I recommend to do such a rewarding view. Trang an river was out of a movie. I would go…”
Small-group Ninh Binh day tour from Hanoi with Tam Coc boat ride, Mua Cave 500-step hike, scooter backroads, Hoa Lu, and lunch.
“Such a great day out. Tim was a very funny, engaging guide. Loved the boat trip and the scooter ride through rice paddies and back streets. Lovely lunch too!”
Hanoi to Ninh Binh day trip with Bai Dinh Pagoda, a Trang An cave sampan cruise, Mua Cave views, and buffet lunch.
“It was a fantastic tour. Our tour guide, Nam, was very funny and humorous; we never felt bored for a minute. We enjoyed ourselves immensely, and I definitely recommend this tour.”
One packed day from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, rowboat cave rides (Tam Coc or Trang An), village biking, and the Mua Cave viewpoint for $45.
“Chong, our guide was amazing. He was super confident on all the curiosities and all the topics we came through. The tour was on time and well scheduled”
Full-day Tam Coc & Hoa Lu from Hanoi: sampan cave cruise, bike village loop, Hoa Lu temples, 500 steps at Mua Cave, lunch.
“Very nice day in Tam Coc even though this is a very busy place full of tourists doing the same tour at the same time . However we saw some incredible places in Vietnam . Our guide Gary ( Hope ) was amazing and make the day special . Thank you for this experience !”
Ninh Binh day trip from Hanoi by limousine: Hoa Lu temples, Trang An cycling, Tam Coc boat ride, and Mua Cave steps with buffet lunch.
“Hai Dang provided a memorable experience, providing local knowledge and insight of the Ninh Binh area. The tour was very enjoyable with the bike ride along the countryside followed by an authentic Vietnamese lunch.”
Bicycle Hoa Lu, boat through Trang An caves, hike Mua Cave 500 steps, then return to Hanoi. Includes lunch, tickets, guide, and shuttle.
“I'm very torn on how to write this review... Our guide was great- good English, very energetic. Van was comfortable. Temple stop was nice, good information by our guide. I think we stayed too long though. Everyone was just standing around and we could have gotten on the road to the next stop. The cycling…”
Full-day Ninh Binh from Hanoi: Hoa Lu temples, Trang An cave boat ride, and Mua Cave steps for Tam Coc views.
“It was an amazing trip with so many different activities: cycling, boating, climbing to the mountain. Also it’s very informative and well-organised! I’m really glad that decided to choice this trip.”
Small-group Ninh Binh day trip from Hanoi: Mua Cave views, easy cycling, Tam Coc sampan caves, and Hoa Lu temples, lunch included.
“Had a wonderful day trip with our tour guide Happy, and Lucky the driver who had exceptional driving skill’s through Hanoi, and a very comfortable luxury van. Thanks so much for the memories.”
Hanoi to Ninh Binh and Lan Ha/Ha Long on a 5-star cruise with private balcony, Trang An boat ride, and Mua Caves views.
“Such a fun trip, seeing a variety of sites from the Trang An River, Ninh Binh temple complex, and Ha Long bay. It was worth every second. Our first night we stayed at a hotel complex where we ate dinner family style, learning from other travelers their experiences and Vietnam stories. Transportation was comfortable and…”
A full Hanoi-to-Ninh Binh day trip to Bai Dinh, Trang An caves by bamboo boat, and Mua Cave steps, with buffet lunch included.
“Pick up, transport to and between activities, conduct of activities and drop off at the conclusion of the tour were efficient.”
A full-day Ninh Binh trip from Hanoi featuring Hoa Lu temples, bike village routes, Trang An or Tam Coc boat scenery, and Mua Cave views.
“Enjoyed this tour and the canoe/boat ride. Very well organized. Unfortunately it rained but it was still good.”
3 days in Ninh Binh, then a 5-star Ha Long Bay cruise with balcony, bathtub, Trang An boat rides, and Hang Mua views.
“Mr. Ha our cruise manager provided professional service during the cruise tour in Halong Bay.”
