Private Tour
Best Seller-Private Full-Day Tour to Ninh Binh Depart from Hanoi
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Experience the attractions and landscapes of Ninh Binh your way, away from the crowds, on this private tour from Hanoi.
Ninh Binh Tour from Hanoi with a Private Guide and Car
• All entrance fees, boat ride, and bicycle included
• Complimentary Vietnamese restaurant lunch arranged for you
• Customize your experience to suit your needs with this private tour
Please click the booking button. We have several other options for you to choose from, such as your preferred itinerary or time.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hanoi
We will pick up the guests at hotels/stays in Hanoi City then depart to Ninh Binh about 2 hours
Hoa Lu District
Tour guide will take you to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, built in 968, it remained capital until the early 11th century when Emperor Ly Thai To moved it to today’s Hanoi.
What‘s Included
All Entrance fees for sightseeing
Free bottle of mineral water on private car
Climbing up to top moutain at Mua Cave
Pick Up/Drop Off at your hotels/stays by A/C Private Car/Private Limousine
Have a lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
Private English Speaking Tour Guide
Biking around countryside village in Tam Coc or Trang An
Entry/Admission -Hoa Lu - Tam Coc or Trang An - Mua Cave
Drink for lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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HoaLu-TamCoc-BichDong-Mua Cave
Hoa Lu the first ancient : capital of Vietnam, where you can explore historic temples and learn about the country's early history and the first Emperor
of Vietnam.: sampan boat trip on Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc, passing through three caves: Hang Ca- Frist cave, Hang Hai – the second cave
and Hang Ba- third Cave Bich : Dong was built in 1428. Explore the charming Bich Dong Pagoda, a series of three-tiered pagodas set against a mountainside
The pagoda offers a tranquil : atmosphere and stunning views of the countryside.
Hiking 500 steps to the top of: the mountain to enjoy the breaktaking views of river, mountain the surrounding landscape. The climb is rewarded with one of
the best vantage points in : Ninh Binh.
Pickup included
(Hoa Lu -Tam Coc & Mua Cave)
Pickup included
Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Cave
STOP AT-Bai Dinh PAGODA : The biggest Buddha pagoda in Vietnam, you will spend about 1,5 hours to visit this area with electric car to go-in and go-out
STOP AT-TRANG AN ECO TOURSM:: Take a sampan boat on the peaceful river to visit this UNESCO site. Visit some water caves.(share boat if you are 02 people)
STOP AT MUA CAVE: Where you will conquer 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon mountain to take pictures of all amazing panorama.
TOUR INCLUDED:: Private car Vietnamese lunch,Licenced tourguide,Entrance tickets,electric car in Baidinh,boat in Trangan,01 bottle of water.
This itinerary does not : include a cycling activity. As you may know, the Bai Dinh – Trang An – Hang Mua program is quite long and involves many
activities, so there would not: be enough time to arrange cycling during the day.
Pickup included
(Hoa Lu - Trang An & Mua Cave)
At Trang An: each boat departs with 4 passengers. If your group has fewer than4 people, you will need to join another group.
Alternatively: if you prefer not to wait, you will need to purchase the remaining tickets to make up 4 tickets for the boat to depart.
Pickup included
Reviews
571 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour Review Jason - WinWin
Stephen L,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Picked up on time by Jason and WinWin which allowed us to beat some of the large tour bus crowds to each location. Hike is steep but offers incredible views. Boat ride was also incredible and great for photos! Overall had a great day with our guide and driver!
A Perfect Day in Ninh Bình with Tú: Scenic Beauty, Culture, and Genuine Hospitality
cacoastguy,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vietnam Panorama Travel delivered one of the most memorable days of my trip, and a big part of that was our incredible guide, Tú. From the moment we set out for Ninh Bình, Tú brought a calm, welcoming energy that immediately set the tone. He wasn’t just guiding us—he was sharing his home. Throughout the day, he offered thoughtful insights into Vietnamese culture, history, and daily life, always with patience and a genuine kindness that made it easy to ask questions and stay engaged. Ninh Bình itself is stunning—dramatic limestone cliffs rising out of vibrant green rice fields, quiet waterways dotted with lotus flowers, and a sense of calm that feels worlds away from the bustle of the city. The boat ride was a highlight: gliding along the river while local rowers expertly navigated the water (sometimes even with their feet!) gave the whole experience a peaceful, almost meditative quality. Seeing the landscape from water level really brings out its scale and beauty. What made it even more special was how seamlessly the day flowed. From cycling through the countryside to visiting temples filled with history and atmosphere, everything felt well-paced and thoughtfully organized. Tú made sure we were comfortable the entire time, offering context at each stop without ever overwhelming the experience. If you’re considering a day trip to Ninh Bình, I can’t recommend Vietnam Panorama Travel enough. And if you’re lucky enough to get Tú as your guide, you’re in for something truly special—an experience that’s not just scenic, but genuinely meaningful.
Excellent ‘in a day’ tour. Best you can do in 10 hours!
Joshua B,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lois & driver were great, picked us up from our hotel, vehicle was lovely, we got taken everywhere we wanted and more, saw everything we wanted with good commentary along the way. If you only have a day to cover Ninh Binh like us, this is the tour for you. For us it was worth the extra money for a private tour as you get so much more done and get back quicker. We had the whole day in Ninh Binh covered everything we wanted and the got back in time to do an evening in Hanoi and saw the trains on train street capping off an excellent day. This tour is highly recommended. Especially if you are on the clock.
Great day in Ninh binh
MegW839,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day out to Ninh Binh with Lois! The day ran smoothly and effortlessly thanks to our guide and our driver. Lois was full of local knowledge, the sights were beautiful and the food was delicious! Highly recommend!
Fantastic Full-Day Experience with an Exceptional Guide
HesamNajafi,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great full-day trip! Tu, our tour guide, was extremely knowledgeable and always went out of his way to make us feel comfortable on this private tour. The experience had a perfect mix—everything from light hiking to meaningful cultural stops, plus the chance to try delicious local food. We had an amazing time. Highly recommend!
Day-trip outside Hanoi
PatrickB6934,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip with Tu to see sights outside Hanoi. Can only recommend, would do again.
Great private tour
kerib374,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great private tour with driver Win Win and tour guide Jason. Well planned and delicious lunch! . Jason is very knowledgeable with Vietnam history.
Good trip would recommend
mesiefert,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our trip to Ninh bing with Jason included lunch was great. Would recommend starting early and trying to beat the crowds
Great private tour to Ninh Binh
X5838CTjordank,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience to Ninh Binh and highly recommend! My family of 4 (including two children ages 15 and 13) had a wonderful time and we were so glad we choose a private tour as we were able to move at our own pace and also didn’t have to wait for anyone at the different stops. The provided lunch at the restaurant was also excellent. Overall, highly recommend!
Full program on a private tour to Ninh Binh
Applewoman1973,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was a young girl named Jerry. She gave us all the information of the sites in the car what was nice so we had time taking pictures. I must admit, at times the tour felt a bit rushed, we had a tight schedule. You get to see all the places as promised: Hua Lu Ancient Capital, Múa Cave and Tam Coc. The time at Múa Cave was too short since you don’t have enough time to climb up to the dragon because it’s very crowded up there. We didn’t mind, but I guess some other Instagram lovers would. We especially loved the boat on the Ngo Dong River and the bicycle ride Bich Dong Pagoda.
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