Ninh Bình 1-Day Tour: Bai Dinh, Trang An, Mua Cave & Hoa Lu

Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the beauty of Ninh Bình, often called "Halong Bay on land," with a full-day tour. Visit the majestic Bai Dinh Temple, take a scenic boat ride through the Trang An landscape, conquer Mua Cave for breathtaking views, and learn about Vietnam's ancient capital at Hoa Lu.

Itinerary

07:30 AM – Pick up from your hotel in Ninh Bình or Tam Cốc.

08:30 AM – Visit Bai Dinh Temple, the largest temple complex in Southeast Asia.

10:30 AM – Boat ride through Trang An, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage site.

12:30 PM – Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local specialties like goat meat and burnt rice.

02:00 PM – Hike to Mua Cave for panoramic views of the Tam Cốc area.

03:30 PM – Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, and learn about its royal history.

05:00 PM – Return to the hotel and end the tour.

Highlights

Explore Ninh Bình's top attractions in just one day.

Enjoy a delicious local lunch.

Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with a friendly, professional guide.

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‘s Included

Bottled water on the bus

English speaking Guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch at our local restaurant

Gratuities

Trang An boat ticket: 250,000 VND/person, Bai Dinh Pagoda entrance ticket: 100,000 VND/person, Mua Cave entrance ticket: 100,000 VND/person. Total:

Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

The ancient capital of Hoa Lư - The old capital of Vietnam Hoa Lư in Ninh Bình was the capital of Vietnam during the Đinh and Early Lê dynasties (from 968 to 1010). Visitors will tour the temple of King Đinh Tiên Hoàng and the temple of King Lê Đại Hành, where the two kings who unified the country are honored. Here, visitors can learn about the history of feudal Vietnam, explore ancient architecture, and admire the exquisite reliefs and carvings that have been preserved.

1 hour • Admission Included

Bai Dinh Pagoda

Bái Đính Pagoda in Ninh Bình is the largest temple complex in Vietnam, famous for its grand architecture and numerous Buddhist records: 500 intricately carved stone statues of Arhats. The largest bronze Buddha statue in Southeast Asia (100 tons). The great bell weighing 36 tons – one of the largest bronze bells in Vietnam. In addition, Bái Đính Pagoda is also an important spiritual pilgrimage site, attracting millions of visitors each year.

2 hours • Admission Included