The Best of Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave Dragon Trek

Enjoy a family-friendly day trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, featuring scenic bike rides, a relaxing sampan cruise, a mountain hike with stunning views, and a tasty buffet lunch with options for everyone, all guided by an expert.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Hanoi for a full-day adventure into the stunning Ninh Binh countryside. This beautifully balanced day trip offers the perfect mix of ancient history, rich local culture, and dramatic natural landscapes. Led by an expert English- and Vietnamese-speaking guide, you will journey deep into Vietnam's heritage, cruising down emerald rivers and standing atop towering mountain peaks.

Your journey begins in the 10th-century ancient capital of Hoa Lu, where you will enjoy a scenic bike tour through the rural countryside and visit the historic Dinh King Temple to learn about Vietnam’s first emperor. After working up an appetite, indulge in a diverse Vietnamese buffet lunch. Foodies can sample Ninh Binh’s famous goat meat specialty, while excellent vegetarian choices and dedicated Indian meal options ensure a comfortable dining experience for everyone.

In the afternoon, you will hop aboard a traditional sampan boat for a relaxing cruise through Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its towering limestone cliffs and hidden river caves. Conclude your day with an exciting climb up Ngoa Long (Lying Dragon) Mountain at Hang Mua Cave, rewarding you with a breathtaking, iconic panoramic view of the entire region. To keep you comfortable throughout your journey, complimentary umbrellas are provided for your use to shield you from the sun or rain.

Activity Highlights

· Historic Hoa Lu Bike Tour: Cycle through the scenic countryside and visit the famed ancient Dinh King Temple to discover Vietnam's imperial roots.

· Trang An UNESCO Sampan Cruise: Glide past majestic limestone karsts and navigate through hidden river caves on a traditional rowboat.

· Conquer Lying Dragon Mountain: Hike up to the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain at Hang Mua Cave for a breathtaking, bird's-eye panoramic view of the valley.

· Flexible Buffet Lunch: Savor authentic local flavors including Ninh Binh's signature goat meat, alongside delicious vegetarian and Indian meal options.

· Stress-Free Comfort: Travel with peace of mind thanks to an expert bilingual guide and complimentary use of umbrellas during the trip.

Please note

Option of choosing from big group or small group based option.
Program/itinerary is for reference only and subject to change on the day of the tour.
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Free for children aged 0-3 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
Children aged 8+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and/or travel insurance before participating in this activity
2 paying adults can only bring 1 child aged 0-3. A child ticket will be required for each additional child
Pictures are for illustration purpose only. The boat allocation is being done based on the number of the guests on the day of the trip. As there are multiple boats with different capacity.
Big Group: 18 - 30 people & Small group: 2 - 17 people (Subject to change)
Pick up services are available for hotels within the Hanoi Old Quarter only
Child seats not available
Journey transporation from meeting point to first stop 2-3 hours based one way. Please keep this in plan as well.