Ninh Binh 2 days,1 night from Hanoi: Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc - Cuc Phuong
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48 hours
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Day 01: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua cave ( L/D)
8.00: Pick up hotels in Hanoi & transfer to Ninh Binh
9h00: Visit Hoa Lu – the ancient capital of Vietnam in 10th century
10h00: Visit Mua cave
14h00: Take a boat trip to visit Tam Coc
16h30: Check-in hotel/ bungalow & relax
19h00: Dinner time and free time (you can join party, fishing or play in the pool)
Day 02: Ninh Binh - Cuc Phuong national park - Hanoi (B/L)
08h30: Having breakfast
09h30: We will firstly visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation, breeding, research, and conservation of endangered primates, and to the protection of their habitats.
12h00: Have lunch in the restaurant with the local foods.
Continue taking a short trek into the National Park for sightseeing and learn more of fauna and flora in this oldest forest of Vietnam. Back to the Park Centre visit the “Cave of Early Man”.
16h00: Take the Shuttle bus back to Ha Noi.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Surcharge: 35 USD per person on Lunar New year holiday: Feb, 16,17,18,19,20, 2026 (Please pay cash directly on tour)
Things to bring: Umbrellar/ Hat, shirts (protect skins in the hot summer & strong sun, shoes for hiking, small money, sunglasses, suncream, camera, small waters, snacks, raincoats, insect spray... Jackets (in the Winter).
07.00 – 8.00AM: Pick up at hotels in Hanoi old quarter (time to pick up depending your hotel locations...). If customers don't stay in Hanoi old quarter, pls come to Hanoi Opera house, 01 Trang Tien street before 8.00AM to get on the bus.
Customers have to contact us to confirm pick-up information before going.
Do not tip if asked by local people, we cannot stop them but warning to our tourist)
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
HANOI - NINH BINH - HOA LU - TAM COC - MUA CAVE (L/D)
Accommodations
Deluxe bungalow or homestay - double/twin/ triple room
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
Visit Hoa Lu – the ancient capital of Vietnam in 10th century
Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
Take a boat trip to visit Tam Coc - around 2 hours.
Mua Caves
Hiking to visit Mua cave to see the panoramic view of limestone mountains in Ninh Binh
NINH BINH - CUC PHUONG NATIONAL PARK - HANOI
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Cuc Phuong National Park
Cuc Phuong National Park belongs to Nho Quan District, Ninh Binh province. It is far about 100 kilometers from Hanoi to the southwest. Cuc Phuong national park is the first national park in Vietnam, established in July 1962. Cuc Phuong National Park has a population of abundant flora and fauna. 08h30: Having breakfast and be ready for Cuc Phuong National Park. 09h30: We will firstly visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation, breeding, research, and conservation of endangered primates, and to the protection of their habitats. 12h00: Have lunch in the restaurant with the local foods. Continue taking a short trek into the National Park for sightseeing and learn more of fauna and flora in this oldest forest of Vietnam. Back to the Park Centre visit the “Cave of Early Man”. 16h00: Shuttle bus back to Ha Noi. 18h30 - 19h00: The Ninh Binh day trip will be finished at your hotel around Hanoi Old quarter.
What‘s Included
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Water provided on the bus
Breakfast
2 lunches, 1 dinner & 1 breakfast
Tickets and fees.
English speaking tour guide
Comfortable transportation.
Accommodation: Bungalow/ homestay
Drinks & beverages
Surcharge: 35USD more per person on the lunar New year holiday: Feb, 16,17,18,19,20, 2026
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Ninh Binh 2 days,1 night from Hanoi: Hoa Lu - Mua Cave - Tam Coc - Cuc Phuong
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Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice two days spent out of Hanoi
kennethw985,,Nov 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our two days could not have been more different. The first day, with pick up from Hanoi, transfer to the various sites and drop off at our homestay was like perfect clockwork and our guide knew his business. Second day.. firstly we were forgotten by our transfer pickup and spent an anxious hour trying to figure out what to do. The bus eventually found us but this already put the day well behind. Cave of early man was great, we then spent a VERY long drive out to a forest sanctuary where our large group slowly shuffled along a very muddy and uninteresting trail to see nothing in particular. Lunch was good then another very long drive to the monkey sanctuary. A short stop there then back on the bus for another very long drop off at Tram An to be forgotten again then eventually transferred back to Hanoi. Our guide on this day was a really nice guy but he was super nervous and his English was poor at best. Not his fault though. My advice..stick to the one day trip or this tour needs to drop the forest section. It was a waste of precious time for nothing particularly interesting.
Wow it was so good!
Pim v,,Apr 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00a two day excursion to ninh binh is a highlight of our trip. the second day was perhaps even more beautiful than the first day. we visited the jungle which was completely covered in butterflies. the travel organization was helpful, quick to reach but also extremely friendly. during the excursion they were present in the background to answer questions. That was so nice, because then you didn't have to worry for a moment.
it's the better to do in Ninh Binh
gxikota,,Oct 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00it's the better to do in Ninh Binh. The Experience was wonderful. I recomended. 👍👍👍👏👏👏👏Top 1000 our guise Mr. VuUuUu🎼🎼🎼 👏👏👏👍👍👍 have knowledge, was friendly and professional
Great trip! Brilliant guide!
GillygTravels,,Jun 9, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our trip and our guide was brilliant! Efficient pick up & drop off at our hotel and we enjoyed our bike ride to the ancient city. We loved the boat trip - our skipper rowed with her feet and was great at taking photos! The hike up the 500 steps was hard in the heat but worth it for the amazing views from the top. Our homestay was fab with lovely food and a cool clean room and a karaoke!! The next day we visited the primate rescue centre which was interesting, we hiked in the jungle and found loads of bugs! The cave of primitive man was amazing too. A very good trip and recommend it highly.
Great tour with stunning locations
SGardner1205,,May 26, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was great fun! Everything was very well organised and our guide Leo was lovely and full of all the information you needed. Lots of historical facts and detailed stories. The locations were interesting and beautiful, with good variations of adventure such as cycling, hiking up (many) steps and a boat ride...it had everything! The boat trip in particular was stunning, and the hike was definitely worth it for the amazing views!! Our Homestay at Little Riverside Bungalows was delightful and just what was needed after a busy active day. We are SO glad we stayed the night instead of going back to Hanoi right away. Nice pool and a scenic dinner out by the river bank (the food was amazing!). The owners were wonderful people and we had a great night here! Day 2: the primate sanctuary was interesting to see and inspiring to see the good, hard work these people do. The hike on this day was very humid and in much more dense jungle so I would recommend a light top. Sadly it was not a round route hike, just one way and then back the same route but it was nice nonetheless. We then got to see a prehistoric cave which was also fascinating. We then met up with the bus again later on and it all went smoothly back to Hanoi. Like I said, very organised. And we even had time for a swim after this hike on day 2 to cool down as well, bliss! Lovely people and lovely places. Definitely recommend!
Amazing experience!
Tommyhy,,Mar 13, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00That was amazing experience in Ninh Binh – a very beautiful place with a rural life. We will never forget the moments & great feeling here with Hien & team. They were all so helpful in getting us beginners comfortable with the cycling trip through the villages & trekking in the forest. We absolutely satisfied & highly recommend this company & services to everyone!
Thank you Khang!
jrdnjpeggy,,Jan 15, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely day with Khang, he was very knowledgable about the history of Ninh Binh and took us to some great locations. The highlight of our trip was the Tam Coc River tour!
Ninh binh 2 days 1 night
Shirzccy,,Jan 1, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stay 2D1N in Ninh Binh. Great itinery, comfortable room and enjoyable time what not to like tour guide who is helpful to my family members and goes out all the way! Highly recommend
Great trip
535manjitk,,Dec 20, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So much good food and views. Every moment was lovely. Danny our guid was very friendly and informative. The whole experience was amazing and Nothing like i could’ve imagined Local food is amazing and yumm
Great tour with Cuc phuong national park
Karenbirch121,,Oct 7, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a short trek on the second morning in Cuc Phuong national park but interesting. Tran made the trek so much more enjoyable & he is one of the best guides. The accommodation at Bungalow was very good with excellent shower facilities. We could see exactly what rural life was like.
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