Ninh Binh day trip by limousine
Ninh Binh's highlights in one day: the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, a bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc and the view from the top of Mua Cave.
Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter or the Opera House area, then depart for Ninh Binh. Exact pick-up time depends on your hotel location.
Short 15–20 minute rest stop on the way.
Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam's ancient capital from 968 to 1010, and learn about the Dinh, Le and Ly dynasties. Then cycle through the surrounding village to see local life up close.
Buffet lunch at a spacious local restaurant with Ninh Binh specialities — goat meat, spring rolls, fish, chicken, fried rice and fresh salads. Vegetarian dishes are always available.
A 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc, gliding past rice paddies, limestone peaks and river caves — the landscape locals call “Ha Long Bay on land”.
Continue to Mua Cave (Dragon Peak). Climb almost 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for a sweeping panoramic view over Tam Coc and, in summer, the lotus fields below.
Return to Hanoi.
Drop-off at your hotel. Tour ends.