Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Traveling in a small group offers a more intimate experience. You’ll have more time to ask questions, take photos, and enjoy personalized service from your knowledgeable guide.Unlike rushed tours, this itinerary is thoughtfully paced, giving you time to soak in the beauty and culture of each location. Interactions with locals and an authentic lunch with regional specialties add a personal touch to your journey. This tour combines Ninh Binh's most iconic attractions: the ancient capital of Hoa Lu for a glimpse into Vietnam’s history, the stunning Trang An landscape complex for nature lovers, and Mua Cave for breathtaking panoramic views. It's the perfect balance of culture, exploration, and adventure.
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Lunch, bothle water
Cold napkin
Boat tour in Trang An
All entrance fee ticket
English speaking guide
Gratuities
Others drink
Select a pickup point
Mua Caves
8:30 - Our touguide and van will pick you up at your hoetel/hometay in Tam Coc, Trang An, Ninh Binh or you can also come to our office Ninh Binh Footprint Travel in Tam Coc 9:30 - Arrive Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with specious view of the nature.
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
11:30 - Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with King Dinh Temple, King Le Temple dating back to the 17th Century. 12:30 - Enjoy the lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisines.
Pickup included
68 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Stephen R,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
All of the excursions were excellent, especially the boat ride through the caves and the 500 steps walking up the mountain! A must do trip!










Joanna U,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an excellent one day trip with this agency. We visited Bich Dong Pagoda, Mua Cave viewpoint, Hoa Lu ancient city and Trang An. Everything was perfectly organized. Our guide, Lana, was very informative and talkative. She introduced us to vietnamese culture and history and buddhism religion. She made sure that we had the best time despite the rain. I highly recommend this agency and Lana as a guide!







ArjunA176,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent tour with our lovely guide, Kevin, who was not only knowledgeable but also super friendly and chatty and kept us entertained.
jameshU746UP,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guide spoke perfect English, was able to explain history behind each site we visited, was able to answer any question asked, and tour was on-time. I would recommend this tour to friends.
carinasN1117MQ,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The tour was a great way to fit in lots of stops in a short period of time. Everything was very well organised, also the additional transfer from Hanoi. We did have to pay extra but that was perfectly fine since everyone else got on later. We saw several temples/pagodas, enjoyed beautiful views and had a beautiful boat tour despite the pouring rain. Also, lunch was amazing and they accommodated me being a vegetarian which I really appreciated. Our guide, driver and everyone else really did well dealing with the enormous flooding of most areas. Our guide was very friendly and well prepared, we learnt a lot. For some people it must have been perfect but for us, we would have liked to have more in depth information and experiences at individual places, even if that meant skipping a stop or two. Also, if you have any difficulty walking and climbing stairs, you won't be able to do half of the tour. Still, I'm sure your guide will take good care of you in the meantime. Anyway, we would definitely recommend the tour!

Camper185982,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We were picked up at the hotel at the appointed time. The itinerary was adapted to the climate and we first visited a temple and pagoda. After lunch, which no longer rained, we made the boat tour along the river and visit to Mua Cave. Everything was perfectly organized. The guide, very friendly, explained everything we were visiting and responded to our curiosities. We recommend it 100%.
ImmaB10,
Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The visit was correct. In the morning we visit Mua Cave to avoid the heat ofvthe afternoon and we West on a boat at Trang An. The tour we did it on thebboat was great. After Lunch (great) we visit a temple and a Pagoda. It was a worth tour
P3536MZfranciscam,
Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was a very pleasant excursion with a guide who gave us a lot of explanations. The sites were superb!! We had a great meal.
Monete90,
Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a great time on the Hoa Lu – Bich Dong – Trang An – Mua Cave tour. Everything was well-organized and the views were amazing, especially the boat ride in Trang An and the hike up Mua Cave. Our tour guide, Chung, was really friendly and helpful. She shared a lot of interesting facts and made the trip fun and easy for everyone. Overall, a great day trip and we’re happy we booked it!
Alessandro L,
Jun 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The tour with Kevin was a truly unforgettable experience. From the very first moment he engaged us with his great sense of humor and a thorough knowledge of Vietnamese history and culture. Each stage was interesting, well explained and enriched by curious stories that made us appreciate the country even more. In addition, the food during the tour was really good, always varied and with authentic flavors.





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