Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi
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11 hours
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Full day tour from Hanoi with highlight destinations in Ninh Binh. Visit the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th centuries and climb up 500 steps to Lying Dragon mountain to enjoy the breathtaking mountainous view. Enjoy a boat trip on the Ngo Dong river in Tam Coc, through majestic caves. After that, cycle to Bich dong pagoda, spend 20 minutes to discover the ancient Pagoda, was built in 1428. Enjoy the trip with our professional English Speaking tour guide. Have a excellent lunch and small group maximum 9 people on a limousine car. Enjoy fair-well drink before finishing the trip in Tam Coc or Hanoi.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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
Ninh Binh
7.00 – 07:15: Pick up guests in hotels from Hanoi Old Quarter 09:15: Arrive at Hoa Lu ancient capital, Visit Dinh King temple 10:30: Visit Mua Cave and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic river and mountains view by climb 500 steps up tp Lying Dragon Mountain 12:00: Enjoy traditional Vietnamese set menu lunch at local Bungalow 13:15: Enjoy a sampan boat trip in Tam Coc, passing through three caves: Hang Ca- Frist cave, Hang Hai – the second cave and Hang Ba- third Cave. 15:00: Cycle through the rice fields and villages to visit Bich Dong Pagoda 15:30: Visit the ancient pagoda- Bich Dong was built in 1428. Then Cyling through villages back to the parking area. 16:00: Leave Tam Coc for Hanoi after having a fair-well drink 18:30: The tour is ended in Hanoi
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
Visit the first ancient capital of Vietnam in 10th and 11th century. You will hang out about 45 minutes to see Dinh King temple at the mountainous area
What‘s Included
All entrance sightseeing fees and tickets
Use a conical hat, cold waters bottles and wet towel in hot weather
Good air-conditioned limousine Van, Picking up and dropping off from Hanoi Old Quarter
Use bike (Can't cycle, you can use the Van instead or pay extra $9/200k for a mortorbike and driver)
Knowledgeable and professional English speaking tour guide
Authentic Set menu lunch at the homestay, next to the river
Pick-up and drop off outside of Hanoi old quarter
Tip to the boat rower
Breakfast
Alcoholic Beverages
Private transportation
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Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi
Hoa lu- Lying Dragon Mountain: Tam coc boat- Cycling
High Quality
Duration: 11 hours
Authentic Set menu Lunch
Limousine Van
Pickup included
Reviews
8,336 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Most Beautiful Place on Earth
Sarah B,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour supplied me with one of my most favourite days in my life! From the comfortable 2 hour ride to Ninh Binh, to the hike for some of the most breathtaking views, to the most spectacular 1 hour boat trip, to the leisure bike ride led by our lovely tour guide, it is a must try! It is not for the faint of heart, lots of walking, “hiking”, and physical exertion, but if you can do it, well worth it!
Fun time in Ninh Binh
Robert D,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good communication about how to prepare for the trip and meet up. Excellent mix of cultural and physical experiences. Guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Transportation arrangements were very good.
Ninh Binh
siobhanbJ2237IS,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing trip and our guide Nien was terrific, so knowledgeable and with a great sense of humour. Thanks Nien, I highly recommend this trip.
Full Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour
rogermB4992EX,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day lead by Phong as our guide and our very professional driver. Even tho it was hot, the President Bus was 5 star with great air conditioning and individual reclining seats with massage function. We were provided with cold drinks and even a cold wipe after the steps up the side of the mountain. We were always ahead of the other tours which made accessing the different venues really easy with plenty of time at each activity. The lunch after the boat ride was very nice with plenty of food and different varieties and catered for different individual needs. The bike ride showed the back streets that allowed viewing of the rice fields. Everything was supper easy and very professional. Long day but well every cent. Can not recommend enough.
Aloha Vietnam yours
rosemarymH4969ZG,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day, very hot day so having the luxury air conditioned van with a small group of people worked very well. Phong our tour guide was very knowledgeable and made the experience very enjoyable. He was really cool.
Amazing Experience
ronelkaa,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience overall! The guide was splendid and ride was very comfortable. Would highly recommend!.
Phone was an amazing guide tour and we had such a fun wonderful day! I thoroughly recommend doing this tour!
712kerryc,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! You have to do it!
Ninh Binh - Fabulous day out
blairsteven90,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible day out. So much amazing scenery and culture. Ticked so much of my list to do. “Nien” our tour guide was so good he made the day for us, with so much culture, history and understanding making it so interesting and importantly with a good sense of humour. Days activities was a great mix with excellent lunch. Picked the premium limosuine tour package with small tour of 8 people.
Ninh Binh experience of a life time
Seaside30937618735,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Niehn was a great guide, with a blend of knowledge and humour he made the experience really fun and interesting. Would definitely recommend him and the company.
Unforgettable Experience! Highly recommend!
Zakiahbegum,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nien has a GREAT sense of humour, it was worth the money! I have learnt so much about the culture, history and food! I don't know how to ride a bike so I got to ride with him on the motorbike! It was a fun experience! I LOVED it! I want Nien again! For another tour!!!!
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