2 Days - Exploring Ninh Binh - Bai Dinh – Trang An – Cultural Highlights from Hanoi
$125/
per person- Tour Code: NB - B1
- Tour Type: Join-in Tour
- Daily Departure
- Central Hotel Hanoi Pickup & Drop-off
- Medium Group Size
- Private Tour Available On Request
Itinerary Overview
Escape the city and immerse yourself in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Ninh Binh on this 2-day tour. Visit ancient temples, cruise through karst caves, hike to panoramic viewpoints, and explore Vietnam’s largest pagoda complex. Enjoy a peaceful night in a cozy bungalow or 3–4★ hotel in Tam Coc, with delicious meals and personalized service included.
Why Book with Us?
- Trusted Local Experts in Vietnam
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- Local English-Speaking Guide
- Well-Planned Itineraries
- Responsive Support
- Free Booking Changes (Before 48h)
- Only 50% Deposit to Secure Your Spot
Why You'll Love This Trip?
- Stay overnight in a charming bungalow or hotel surrounded by rice paddies
- Discover the historic capital of Hoa Lu and explore local life by bicycle
- Enjoy a bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on land”
- Climb to the top of Mua Cave for breathtaking views of Tam Coc and beyond
- Visit the majestic Bai Dinh Pagoda, Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist complex
- Cruise through limestone caves on a 2-hour boat trip in Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Detailed Itinerary
- Departure time: 8:00AM - Return: 6:30PM next day
- Route: Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave – Tam Coc Stay - Bai Dinh Pagoda – Trang An – Hanoi
7:25 – 8:00 AM: Hotel pick-up in Hanoi Old Quarter or Opera House area by luxury limousine
9:15 AM: Short rest stop (15–20 minutes)
10:15 AM: Explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam (968–1010), and learn about the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties
Cycling: Ride through peaceful villages to witness rural life
12:00 PM: Enjoy a buffet lunch at Ninh Binh Excursion Restaurant (vegetarian options available)
1:30 PM: Take a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride in Tam Coc, floating past rice paddies and limestone caves
3:30 PM: Visit Mua Cave (Lying Dragon Mountain) – hike nearly 500 steps for a panoramic view of Tam Coc and its surroundings
5:00 PM: Check in to your bungalow or hotel. Free time to relax (swimming pool available in summer)
7:00 PM: Dinner at the property, followed by a walk around peaceful Tam Coc
Overnight stay in Tam Coc
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Morning: Breakfast at your accommodation and check-out
9:30 AM: Pick-up and transfer to Bai Dinh Pagoda
10:30 AM: Visit Bai Dinh – the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia with record-breaking architecture: 500 stone Arhat statues, 36-ton bronze bell, 100-ton Buddha statue
12:30 PM: Buffet lunch at Ninh Binh Excursion Restaurant (same as Day 1)
1:30 PM: Explore the Trang An Scenic Complex on a traditional sampan boat. Enjoy a 2-hour boat ride through a tunnel cave system and peaceful natural surroundings
4:00 PM: Depart for Hanoi
6:30 PM: Arrive back in Hanoi and drop-off at your hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Prices
- Homestay/ Bungalow (with swimming pool): 125USD/person
- Hotel 3 star: 140USD/person
- Hotel 4 star: 160USD/person
Accommodations
📍 Hotels 3-star in Sapa: or similar
📍 Hotels 4-star in Sapa: or similar
All hotel stays are based on standard rooms with windows. Room upgrades are available upon request for an additional fee.
Specific hotel names are subject to availability at the time of booking. Equivalent alternatives will be provided if necessary.
Inclusion and Exclusion
- Round-trip limousine bus from Hanoi
- English-speaking guide
- All entrance fees and boat/cycling activities
- 3 main meals (2 buffet lunches + 1 dinner)
- 1 breakfast
- 1 night stay at selected accommodation
- Free use of conical hat or raincoat depending on weather
- Bottled water
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes and lightweight clothing
Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
Camera or phone for photography
Light jacket or raincoat (depending on season)
Cash for personal expenses or tips
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