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 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.
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
Pickup points
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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
Cycling around Tam coc
Cycling
Comfortable
Duration: 2 hours
bicycle, Bike, moutain bike
Pickup included
Reviews
4,217 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent small group tour with delicious lunch.
Q6227ZZlaural,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were picked up right on time at our hotel in Hanoi and greeted by Louis and our private van to start our journey to Ninh Binh. Louis is very knowledgeable, friendly and organized. From start to finish we enjoyed every aspect of our day trip to Ninh Binh and felt safe and relaxed the entire day. The included lunch was delicious and more than we could eat. Would highly recommend going with this company. The small group size and curated itinerary were just enough time to appreciate Ninh Binh by bus, boat , motorbike and by foot.
Very good excursion
szymonz573,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great experience. That was not boring, our guide Louis tell us very interesting History about this nices places.
Great!
Curiosity57988839278,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Louis was funny and helpful. It seemed like a great package, with a good pace and a wonderful lunch. You can't pick a better tour!
Perfect views and expirience!
Seaside40304287004,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect trip for full day. Amazing views and expirience. Super scooter driving expirience. Fantastic guide Louis! Just amazing!
Book it
mathewk574,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Louis was a great host and made sure every part of the process was smooth from pick up to drop off. Don’t hesitate to book
Best experience
chloecQ3323CW,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hands down the best tour I have been on !!! Such a fun day, Baki was an amazing tour guide who looked after us and gave us lots of information. I definitely recommend !!
Best tour ever
ph h ng 2026,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic day, fun activities and a delicious lunch. Our guide, Lewis, was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He made the day incredibly memorable.
Great accomplishment and keep up a great Hanoi tour. Highly recommended
James S,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Q did great and impress every me every detail during our tour. Even the foods, he explained all the foods we ate for lunch. Great for the company and lead tour guides.
Amazing Day in Ninh Binh
Explore02167653000,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’m so happy I booked this day trip, it was a nice escape from the busy city and so exciting to see so much exotic scenery. I initially booked it to see the Mua Cave but I really enjoyed every activity of the day. Q was a great guide, humourous, Knowledgeable and very accommodating to everyone. Highly recommend this tour!
Adventure filled day
Barbara K,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really Excellent Day! Pick up on time. Good driving. Clean comfy car. Great place to stop for breakfast. Our tour guide Q was informative and easy to understand. A fun filled action packed day that included hiking, boating and scooter ride. All were quality experiences. Q helped with photos and took good care of everyone. Would highly recommend.
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