Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike
Overview
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Escape from bustling big city in a full day
Visit Rural life & quiet places in Ninh Binh
Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.
Enjoy local lunch at the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice….
Enjoy Tam Coc boat trip to see amazing “ Halong Bay on land”
Cycling around the village to discover the life of local people.
Climbing mountain trip of Mua cave to enjoy amazing views of Tam Coc, villages, rice fields..
Making new friends from over the world
Saving time & money
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Surcharge: 10 USD per person on Lunar New year holiday: Feb, 16,17,18,19,20, 2026 (Please pay cash directly on tour)
Cycling is not a professional activity and we are not professional cyclists, we are tourists. Cycling is extra services, just for fun & free, not included in the prices (Customers don't pay for Cycling services). It's a very small activity on the whole package, we don't focus on cycling activity. Pls note that: - Customers can skip cycling if don't feel comfortable - Customers don't bike can walk around to take photos or just relax at the restaurant to wait for others. - Bikes are not suite for children under 2 Years old. - Please check the bikes carefully before using, many tourists don't know how to use it, so they damage the bicycles.
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 by email or Whatsaap/ phone. We may cancel the booking with fully charges if we cannot contact customers or customers don’t contact us before the departure time of 6hours.
Do not tip if asked by local people, we cannot stop them but warning to our tourist)
To avoid any injuries and accidents, please refrain from the cycling activity if you weigh over 80kg/175lb
If Customers stay in Hanoi old quarter but don't see their hotel/ address in the drop list to book -> No worries, please choose any hotel option that you can see in the list just to finish the booking, then we will come to pick up. Customers need to contact us via email/ phone/ zalo/ whatsaap to confirm the pick up information in this case as soon as possible
If Customers don't stay in Hanoi old quarter, please choose any hotel option that you can see/ or choose "hotel is not listed" just to finish the booking, then contact by emaill/ phone/ whatsaap/ zalo...-> we will recommend the best pickup point then.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hanoi Opera House
We will pick up from hotels in Hanoi old quarter or Hanoi opera house in the morning
Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties
Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.
What‘s Included
Small water in the shuttle bus transfers
English Speaking Guide & Bikes
Do not tip if asked by locals (at Tam Coc - we cannot stop them but warning to our tourist)
Please do not bike if you are not confident in cycling, or weigh over 80kg/175lb.
Note: Please contact us in advance by hotline/whatsaap/zalo or email to confirm pick up information
The bicycle service is not suitable for children under 2 years old
Customers don't bike, should walk around to take photos or wait for others at the restaurant
Bike is a very small activity (30mins) on the package & just for fun & free
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bus transfers from Hanoi & returns (pick up & drop off in Hanoi Old quarter)
A delicious local lunch - Buffet lunch
Beverages & Drinks
Surcharge: on the lunar New year holiday: Feb, 16,17,18,19,20, 2026
Entrance fee at the Hoa Lu temple: 20.000VND per person - Around 0.8USD - Optional
Entrance fee at the Mua cave: 100.000VND per person - around 4USD - (optional)
Entrance fee at the Tam Coc & boat trip: 250.000 VND per person - Around 10USD - (optional)
Pickup points
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Pickup included
Reviews
4,343 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing!!
791rudyb,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time during this tour, Sunny was an amazing guide we would definitely participate again! The views were beautiful, biking was really fun, no complaints at all. 10/10, 5 stars :)
a great experience with a...
HARRY M,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00a great experience with a very knowledgeable guide, we highly recommend this tour of ninh binh and sonny was the best tour guide ever!
Amazing nature trip near Hanoi!
AbiG177,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day in Ninh binh with Sunny, our tour guide! He was so funny and was really helpful! Also he feels so proud about his country and gave us a lot of facts about it!! We had buffet lunch and the food was also amazing! Hiking the mountain requires a bit of physical effort but is so worth it to get to the top and see the temple at the end with the dragon💚
Very well organized
Ines K,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide had a fantastic sense of humor and kept us entertained the entire trip. We received all the details to our trip in advance via WhatsApp including what to pack. Everything was punctual and as described. Great tour!
Memorable and lively Ninh Binh experience
pruthvip2026,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sunny was an outstanding guide in Ninh Binh! He’s funny, entertaining, and full of energy, which made the whole experience incredibly enjoyable from start to finish. He explained everything in a clear and engaging way and kept the group smiling the entire time. His positive attitude and great sense of humor made the trip feel relaxed and fun, while still being informative. Sunny is truly great for everyone—families, friends, solo travelers alike. Highly recommended if you want a memorable and lively Ninh Binh experience!
Great day trip from Hanoi.
EmmaKate L,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Viet was funny, thoughtful and a great tour guide. The entire trip was a blast! Glad we went for it. Sometimes finding legit trips in Vietnam can be hard (google reviews can be exaggerated), but this one is the real deal. The bus driver was safe, the amenities were clean and in well working order. (Even the bicycles) I would reccomend this for anyone feeling even a little apprehensive, you'll be in good hands :)
Terrible tour. The ONLY thing good was the boat ride into the karst & cave
Richard W,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The first stop at the temple was a total joke. The temple was NOTHING. The buffet lunch was fine-at least it was actually at lunch time. I've had some tours recently in other countries where lunch happens at 3 or 4 pm. The boat ride into the karst & caves was great. The only reason to do this tour. Would have been better if I just took a bus from Ha Noi to it & back. The final stop was a total joke AND you had to pay for it! Yes, pay to walk up over 500 steps to a viewpoint where you CAN'T see anything if it is cloudy like it almost always is in the Ha Noi region. Smartly I didn't do it & just relaxed for an hour before back on the bus to Ha Noi. Sonny was an OK guide but his speech pattern & English accent were so incredibly hard on the ears.
All-day sight seeing tour
Amanda W,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very neat experience too see a lot in one day. Sunny, our tour guide, was great at explaining the history of Vietnam and their culture. Would recommend this excursion if your looking for something away from the city and a cultural experience.
Fantastic experience
Luigi R,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excursion full of activities. Bike ride, long boat excursion, climbing of the mountain. This never ceases to amaze you. The scenery is amazing. The exceptional driver. All of this is a wonder.
One of the best days in Vietnam
brandonpK5588BX,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sunny was a great tour guide - very energetic and knowledgeable, stops on the trip were beautiful, and the fried dough things at the lunch buffer were fire
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