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A traditional pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional architecture, with a sunset in the background. 1
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A traditional Chinese garden with pagoda-style buildings, a curved bridge, and people on boats. 3
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A traditional pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional architecture, set against a sunset sky. 5
By NINH BINH INSIGHT TRAVEL

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿514 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Southeast Asia's largest and impressive Buddhist complex
    • Discover Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and Vietnam's royal history and temples.
    • Cruise through Trang An's caves and rivers by traditional sampan boat.
    • Climb Mua Cave for breathtaking sunset views over Tam Coc's limestone peaks.
    • Enjoy a small-group tour with hotel pickup, local lunch and expert English guide

Activity location

    • Ninh Binh
    • Ninh Binh, Ninh Bình, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Ninh Binh
    • Ninh Binh, Ninh Bình, Vietnam

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Ninh Binh : Bai Dinh, Hoa Lu, Trang An Boat, Mua Cave Sunset

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30
Price details
฿513.50 x 2 Adults฿1,027.00
Total
Price is ฿1,027.00
Until Thu, 12 Nov
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned minivan with hotel pickup and drop-off at ANY hotel or homestay in Ninh Binh (Tam Coc, Trang An, Ninh Binh City, etc.)
  • Inclusions
    Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda
  • Inclusions
    Visit Mua Cave
  • Inclusions
    Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
  • Inclusions
    Sampan boat trip in Trang An
  • Inclusions
    2 bottle of water per person
  • Inclusions
    Small-group tour for a more comfortable experience
  • Exclusions
    Trang An boat trip ticket: 300,000 VND/person
  • Exclusions
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital entrance fee: 20,000 VND/person
  • Exclusions
    Mua Cave entrance fee: 150,000 VND/person
  • Exclusions
    Bai Dinh entrance fee: 150.000/person
  • Exclusions
    Lunch: 150,000 VND per person (optional, pay at the restaurant)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Note:
  • Exclusions
    Guests will pay the entrance fees directly to our tour guide, who will assist with purchasing all tickets.

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Duration: Full Day
    Tour Type: Small Group

    Discover the very best of Ninh Binh on this unforgettable full-day journey, combining magnificent temples, ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and one of Vietnam’s most spectacular sunset viewpoints.

    Travel comfortably in a small group with convenient hotel pickup anywhere in Ninh Binh. Visit the largest Buddhist temple complex in Southeast Asia at Bai Dinh Pagoda, explore Vietnam’s first ancient capital in Hoa Lu, cruise through the UNESCO-listed Trang An Landscape Complex by traditional sampan boat, and finish the day with an unforgettable sunset from the summit of Mua Cave.

    Perfect for nature lovers, culture enthusiasts, photographers, and first-time visitors looking to experience Ninh Binh’s most iconic attractions in one well-planned day.

    FULL-DAY ITINERARY
    07:30 – 08:00 | HOTEL PICKUP IN NINH BINH

    Our driver and English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel or homestay in Tam Coc, Trang An, or Ninh Binh City. Sit back and enjoy a scenic drive through the peaceful countryside.

    08:30 | BAI DINH PAGODA

    Begin your adventure at Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist temple complex in Southeast Asia. Explore its magnificent halls, impressive bronze Buddha statues, ancient-style architecture, and peaceful courtyards while learning about Vietnamese Buddhist traditions and culture.

    10:45 | HOA LU ANCIENT CAPITAL

    Continue to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam during the 10th century. Visit the historic temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le and discover the fascinating history of Vietnam’s first royal dynasties, surrounded by dramatic limestone mountains.

    12:15 | LUNCH AT A LOCAL RESTAURANT

    Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch featuring local specialities at a carefully selected restaurant before continuing your afternoon adventure.

    13:30 | TRANG AN BOAT TOUR – UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

    Board a traditional sampan boat and cruise through the spectacular Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Drift along peaceful rivers, pass beneath impressive limestone caves, and admire hidden temples surrounded by towering karst mountains in one of Vietnam’s most beautiful natural landscapes.

    16:30 | MUA CAVE SUNSET VIEWPOINT

    End the day with a climb up nearly 500 stone steps to the summit of Mua Cave. Arriving in the late afternoon allows you to witness the magical sunset over Tam Coc's rice fields, winding rivers, and limestone peaks. This iconic viewpoint offers one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in northern Vietnam and is the perfect place for unforgettable photos.

    17:45 | RETURN & TOUR END

    Relax on the drive back to your hotel or homestay in Ninh Binh, bringing an unforgettable day of culture, history, nature, and stunning scenery to a perfect close.

Location

Activity location

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    • Ninh Binh
    • Ninh Binh, Ninh Bình, Vietnam

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    • Ninh Binh
    • Ninh Binh, Ninh Bình, Vietnam