Discover the ancient charm and breathtaking natural beauty of Ninh Binh on a one-day trip from Hanoi. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital \u2014 Vietnam’s first capital \u2014 then choose between Trang An (UNESCO World Heritage Site) or Tam Coc, often called ‘Ha Long Bay on land.’ End your day conquering Mua Cave for stunning panoramic views.<\/p>\n
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Duration: <\/strong>Full day (07:00 AM \u2013 19:30 PM)<\/p>\n Departure: <\/strong>07:00 AM from Hanoi Old Quarter<\/p>\n Language: <\/strong>English \/ Vietnamese-speaking guide<\/p>\n Group Size: <\/strong>Big group join-in tour | Small group join-in tour on Luxury D-Car | Small group join-in tour<\/p>\n \u2e3b<\/p>\n TOUR DESCRIPTION<\/strong><\/p>\n Hoa Lu Ancient Capital<\/strong><\/p>\n Explore Vietnam’s first ancient capital and admire timeless architecture set amid dramatic limestone landscapes, with temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le dynasties.<\/p>\n Mua Cave (Hang M\u00faa)<\/strong><\/p>\n Hike up over 500 stone steps to reach the peak \u2014 known as Ngoa Long (Lying Dragon) \u2014 for impressive panoramic views of Ninh Binh, especially breathtaking at sunset.<\/p>\n Tam Coc or Trang An Boat Trip<\/strong><\/p>\n Choose your boat experience: a peaceful sampan journey along the Ngo Dong River through Tam Coc’s three natural caves \u2014 or the UNESCO-listed Trang An boat cave tour, the filming location of King Kong: Skull Island.<\/p>\n \u2e3b<\/p>\n IMPORTANT NOTES<\/strong><\/p>\n Pickup:<\/strong><\/p>\n Hanoi Old Quarter (07:00 AM)<\/p>\n Choice:<\/strong><\/p>\n Guests may select Tam Coc OR Trang An \u2014 confirm with operator in advance<\/p>\n Return:<\/strong><\/p>\n ~19:30 PM to Hanoi<\/p>\n \u2e3b<\/p>\n ITINERARY<\/strong><\/p>\n HANOI \u2013 NINH BINH \u2013 HANOI<\/strong><\/p>\n 07:00<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pickup in Hanoi Old Quarter, depart through scenic countryside<\/p>\n 07:30<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Depart for Ninh Binh with refreshment stop<\/p>\n 10:30<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital<\/p>\n 11:30<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Climb to Mua Cave summit \u2014 panoramic views over Tam Coc<\/p>\n 12:30<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Lunch at local restaurant (authentic Northern Vietnamese cuisine)<\/p>\n 14:00<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sampan boat journey through 3 natural caves, rice paddies and limestone mountains<\/p>\n 17:00<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return to Hanoi<\/p>\n 19:30<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Arrive back in Hanoi. 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