Ninh Binh HIGHTLIGHT & HIDDEN GEM Tour From Hanoi: Skip-The-Line
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Discover the authentic charm of northern Vietnam with our luxury & Small Group Ninh Binh Tour from Hanoi. This immersive day trip blends food, adventure, culture, and breathtaking nature, allowing you to explore the highlights & hidden gems of the UNESCO-listed Ninh Binh region, often called “Ha Long Bay on Land.”
What sets our tour apart?
✅ Early departure – avoid crowds & traffic
✅ Small group for a personalized experience
✅ Combination of boat, bike/scooter & hike in one day
✅ Local insights from friendly, English-speaking guides
✅ Luxury comfort with authentic local touches
✅ Experience the best Ninh Binh Tour from Hanoi — where every moment combines natural beauty, culture, and unforgettable adventure.
● 18:00 – 18:30, you are back in Hanoi, You got time for a night planned in Hanoi.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Visiting Bich Dong Pagoda , a beautiful old temple nestled of the mountains
Authentic Countryside Vietnamese home food experiences at the riverside restaurant
Visiting Coi Khe Village and experiencing local daily lives and cultural exchanges
1.5 Hour Boat ride in Tam Coc or Trang An depending on the season of the year.
2 Hour Countryside Cycling or Scooter riding ( we provide Scooter driver, you are pillion passenger)
30 minutes - Hoa Lu Ancient Capital visit
Round trip stransfer Hanoi - Ninh Binh ( Pick-up & drop-off from your hotels in the Old Quarter
Vistiting Thai Vi & Ben Thanh rice fields and valleys
Climbing 500 steps up to Mua Cave for spectacular panoramic review of mountain, river & villages
Professional English speaking tour guide through out the trip
Tip & gratuity
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Old Quarter
6:30 - 6:45 AM, you get picked up from your hotel or meeting point. Waking up early for this tour will ensure that you have the best day ever for three reasons. ● We can avoid the heavy traffic in Hanoi. Navigating through the busy city center can be time-consuming during rush hour. However, if we depart at 6:30 AM - 6:45 AM, we can bypass this congestion and reach Ninh Binh in just 20 minutes, saving us precious time. ● Being early birds allows us to beat the crowds at the tourist sites. We can enjoy the attractions without encountering many people or waiting in long queues. This way, we can maximize our time and fully immerse ourselves in the experience. ● Starting our morning hike up to Mua cave early helps us beat the heat of the day. We can enjoy the stunning panoramic view of the area while feeling refreshed and energized. "Early to bed, early to rise," let us assist you in having a fantastic day by waking up early and experiencing the best that this tour has to offer.
Mua Caves
After a 2-hour car journey from Hanoi, it's time for us to engage in some physical activity by ascending the magnificent natural Great Wall of Mua mountain, as well as exploring the Mua cave. This location offers the most optimal spot to admire the breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding area. Additionally, embarking on an early hike would allow us to avoid the oppressive heat and the large crowds that gather later in the day. As the day progresses, the heat intensifies and the site becomes heavily thronged by hundreds of thousands of tourists, all due to its viral fame. If you don’t like the touristy hike, alternatively, we have a 300-step, rugged hidden gem hike at the holy and secret mountain where you could feel the serenity of nature and breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains, forest, and surrounding villages.
Options
Cycling around Tam coc
Cycling
Comfortable
Duration: 2 hours
bicycle, Bike, moutain bike
Pickup included
Scooter Ride around Tam Coc
Vespa/ Scooter/ Motorbike
Small Group with Scooter
Duration: 12 hours
Lunch at local family
Vespa, Motorbike or Scooter
Pickup included
Reviews
3,966 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun, Accommodating, Nice Scenery
jasmineseetho,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris was very friendly and accommodating, would definitely recommend this tour for anyone, hike was relatively easy, and really enjoyed the motorbike ride and boat ride through the caves. Overall a great experience!
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alexcC3649AY,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris is a really good guide that catered and helped us regarding all our needs. The food was really good as well. 10/10 worth the price
lucky
U5248PS ,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00it was an unforgettable and wonderful experience! The whole journey was seamless and full of joy. The best part is riding a motorcycle and a cruise. I am very happy and the scenery is very beautiful. The tour guide also introduced a lot of Vietnamese history and culture to us in Chinese, and received a lot of goods. Thank him very much.
A very enjoyable tour of Ninh Binh with Hiu
T8272DMmariab,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with Hiu. From the very beginning (630AM) he was cheerful and cracking jokes! His commentary was informative and not overwhelming. The combination of hiking, river trip and moped ride made for a thoroughly enjoyable exploration of a very beautiful part of Vietnam.
Well trip
huj100,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good trip，my English is poor，but he can speak Chinese very well，这次越南之行多亏了导游的全程陪伴，真的太幸运能遇到这么专业又贴心的导游！从行程规划到实地游览，导游都安排得井井有条，不仅精准避开了人流高峰，还带我们打卡了很多本地人才知道的小众美景和特色美食，完全没有走马观花的仓促感。
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Jia Y,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spent the day exploring Ninh Binh with Backstreet Tours and our guide, Hiu. He was incredibly sociable, full of funny jokes, and made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. He’s also a great photographer — he knew all the best spots and helped capture some amazing shots. Highly recommend this tour and Hiu if you want a fun, memorable day in Ninh Binh.
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J6431FCstevenc,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice tour package, itinerary is good, not rushing, very relaxed and tour guide, Chris, gave very informative details on the places visited, very pleasant guy and friendly. Five star 🌟 for him.
nice！so great！
Meander52653873101,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Huang was an amazing guide! He was very friendly, helpful, and truly dedicated throughout the whole tour. I really appreciated his hard work and great attitude. Highly recommended!
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D2487CCsuew,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hiu was an excellent tour guide. We had qn amazing day. Hiu made the tour interesting and special. He is a friendly, warm, funny and caring person. Enjpyed every minute of it. Thank you.
Hiu was perfect.
Discover769784,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was the highlight of my trip to Hanoi. Truly. So full of amazing information and breathtaking views. The boat ride was stunningly beautiful. The motorbike ride was dazzling with amazing views. Also, my guide, Hiu was simply amazing, attentive and special. He was born to be a guide. Perfect he was.
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