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Ninh Binh Day Trip: Vietnamese Culture & History Immersion at Bai Dinh Temples, Trang An & Mua Caves
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Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture and history with a day trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. Visit the Bai Dinh Temples, take a scenic boat tour through Trang An, and admire the views from Mua Caves.
Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture and history with a day trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. Visit the Bai Dinh Temples, take a scenic boat tour through Trang An, and admire the views from Mua Caves.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Ninh Binh - 07:30 – 08:00: Pickup from Hanoi Old Quarter
10:30: Explore Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest and most renowned pagoda in Southeast Asia, known for its impressive records like 500 Stone Arhat Statues, a 36-ton bronze Bell, and a 100-ton Buddha Statue. - 11:00: Enjoy a meal at a restaurant featuring a variety of local dishes such as goat…
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Ninh Binh - 07:30 – 08:00: Pickup from Hanoi Old Quarter
10:30: Explore Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest and most renowned pagoda in Southeast Asia, known for its impressive records like 500 Stone Arhat Statues, a 36-ton bronze Bell, and a 100-ton Buddha Statue. -
11:00: Enjoy a meal at a restaurant featuring a variety of local dishes such as goat meat, fish, chicken, and fried rice. Vegetarian options are always available at the buffet lunch.
13:00: Discover Tràng An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. Trang An is famous for its incredible tunnel cave system, which was chosen by Kong’s Movie Group for the 2016 film “Skull Island.” The 2.5-hour boat trip will captivate you with its beauty.
15:30: Return to the Limousine Bus and head to Mua Cave. Climb nearly 500 steps to reach the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain for a stunning panoramic view of Tam Coc.
17:00: Board the bus to head back to Hanoi.
19:00: Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi. - Bai Dinh Pagoda - Bai Dinh Pagoda is a renowned spiritual complex in Ninh Binh, celebrated for its magnificent architecture, grand Buddha statues, and breathtaking mountain vistas. It is a perfect spot for those seeking cultural exploration, tranquility, and awe-inspiring views of Vietnam’s historic landscape.
- Trang An Landscape Complex - Trang An is a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ninh Binh, noted for its limestone mountains, serene rivers, and enigmatic caves. Visitors can enjoy a picturesque boat ride through the beautiful natural scenery while appreciating its charm.
- Mua Caves - Hang Mua is one of Ninh Binh’s most iconic sites, celebrated for its sweeping views over the Tam Coc rice fields and dramatic limestone peaks. Ascend the stone steps to the top for breathtaking vistas and memorable photo opportunities in the heart of northern Vietnam.

What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking tour guide
- Inclusive of all meals
- Fuel surcharges included
- All activities covered
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Pickup and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking tour guide
- Inclusive of all meals
- Fuel surcharges included
- All activities covered
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Pickup and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
What's Not Included
- Drinks and other services not clearly mentioned.
- Personal expense.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Surcharge on Christmas, New Year and Lunar New Year
- Drinks and other services not clearly mentioned.
- Personal expense.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Surcharge on Christmas, New Year and Lunar New Year
Additional Information
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Hanoi Opera House
Tràng Tiền
Please come to Hanoi Opera House if you stay out of Hanoi Old Quarter at 7:10AM.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Aloma_m
Nov 9, 2024
Awesome tour! - It was a great tour all around but the sampan boat ride surrounded by scenic beauty and going through the caves was amazing!
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Gerrygerryw
Jul 31, 2023
Excellent - Our tour guide Alex was excellent, we had a fantastic day of activities and he was able to help us with our transfer to Ninh Binh train station afterwards. We booked with Julia who was able to provide us with brilliant guaidance in advance of our trip.
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