Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu – Tam Coc/Trang An – Mua Cave

Detailed Itinerary

07:30 – 08:00 – Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by limousine/shuttle bus.
09:15 – Short break for refreshments.

10:30 – Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

• Visit the historic capital of Vietnam (968–1010).
• Explore the temples of King Dinh & King Le.
• Learn about Vietnam’s history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.

11:15 – Countryside Cycling

• 30-minute cycling trip through rural villages, rice fields, and peaceful landscapes.
• For non-cyclists: relax at the restaurant by lakes and valleys.

12:00 – Buffet Lunch

• Enjoy traditional Vietnamese dishes at local restaurants.
• Vegetarian/vegan options available.

13:15 – Boat Ride (choose one option)

• Tam Coc (“Halong Bay on land”): 1.5-hour sampan ride along the Ngo Dong River, passing rice paddies and caves (Hang Ca, Hang Hai, Hang Ba).
• Trang An (UNESCO World Heritage Site): 1.5-hour boat ride through a stunning cave system, famous for its role in Kong: Skull Island (2016).

15:30 – Mua Cave

• Climb nearly 500 steps to Ngoa Long Mountain peak.
• Panoramic views of Tam Coc, rice paddies, and karst mountains.

16:30 – 17:00 – Depart for Hanoi.
19:00 – 19:30 – Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Children Policy

• 1–4 years old: FREE (sharing seat with parents; 2nd child charged 75%).
• 5–8 years old: 75% of adult rate.
• 9 years & above: 100% adult rate.