Ninh Binh Group Tour 1 Day - Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Mua Cave & Bich Dong Pagoda (Limousine Dcar, Max 9 Pax)
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Ninh Binh Group Tour 1 Day - Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Mua Cave & Bich Dong Pagoda (Limousine Dcar, Max 9 Pax) is a 1 day guided tour visiting Hanoi and Ninh Binh, from $60 per person. Groups are capped at 9 guests. Highlights: Luxury limousine, massage seats, Max 9 small group and Hoa Lu ancient capital. Book online at GoVietTour — pay now or pay later after confirmation.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Destinations
- Hanoi, Ninh Binh
- From
- $60 / person
- Group size
- Max 9 guests
- Difficulty
- moderate
Prices and availability last checked on September 30, 2026.
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Tour Highlights
Overview
Escape the city for a full day in Ninh Binh, often called "Halong Bay on land."
Travelling from Hanoi in a brand-new luxury Limousine Dcar with massage seats and a small group of no more than 9 guests, you'll explore four of the region's most beautiful sights: the 10th-century Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, a scenic boat trip through the limestone caves of Tam Coc, the 500-step climb to the panoramic summit of Mua Cave, and the mountainside temples of Bich Dong Pagoda.
With a relaxed pace, an English-speaking guide, a curated Vietnamese set-menu lunch and an optional village cycling ride, it's a comfortable, authentic introduction to northern Vietnam's countryside.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day-by-day breakdown of your adventure.
7:15-7:30 AM - Pick-up: Your English-speaking guide meets you at your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter and you set off in the luxury Limousine Dcar, heading south through scenic countryside and rice fields. A short 15-minute rest stop is included along the way.
9:45-10:45 AM - Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: Step back to 10th-century Vietnam at this historic site framed by limestone mountains. Enjoy an easy walk across flat grounds to the Dinh and Le King Temples, dedicated to the nation's founding heroes.
11:00 AM-12:30 PM - Mua Cave: Climb 500 stone steps up Ngoa Long (Lying Dragon) Mountain for a 360-degree panorama over the Tam Coc valley and its winding rivers. Admire the Dragon Statue at the summit and the heart-shaped lotus pond below (seasonal).
12:45-1:45 PM - Lunch: Savour a carefully curated Vietnamese set menu of local Ninh Binh specialities at a quiet, comfortable local restaurant.
1:45-2:15 PM - Village cycling (optional): A relaxed 30-minute ride along flat village paths to soak up rural life. Prefer not to cycle? Our car takes you straight to the next stop.
2:15-3:00 PM - Bich Dong Pagoda: Explore three ancient temples - Lower, Middle and Upper - built into the mountainside and linked by stone stairways and caves.
3:00-4:30 PM - Tam Coc boat trip: A 1.5-hour rowing-boat journey along the Ngo Dong River through three limestone caves (Hang Ca, Hang Hai, Hang Ba), surrounded by rice paddies and towering karst scenery.
4:30 PM - Return drive to Hanoi.
7:00-7:30 PM - Arrive back in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Note: arrival time may vary with traffic.
What's included
Not included
Tour Destinations
Places you'll visit on this tour.
North
NorthNinh Bình — "Hạ Long Bay on Land" — where ancient limestone karsts erupt from flat rice paddies, sacred temples cling to cliff faces, and wooden boats drift silently through cave-riddled waterways.
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Frequently asked questions
About Ninh Binh Group Tour 1 Day - Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Mua Cave & Bich Dong Pagoda (Limousine Dcar, Max 9 Pax).
How much does the tour cost?
It's a joint small-group tour at $60 per person — the same price you pay when you book online. No hidden costs — all entrance fees, the boat trip, and lunch are included.
Where and when am I picked up?
From your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter at about 7:15–7:30 AM, returning around 7:00–7:30 PM depending on traffic. If you stay outside the Old Quarter, a private pickup can be arranged on request; on weekends the Walking Street is closed to traffic, so drop-off is at the nearest convenient point.
Is the Mua Cave climb difficult?
It's about 500 stone steps up Ngoa Long Mountain, so a reasonable level of fitness helps, but you can go at your own pace and rest along the way — and the climb is optional. Wear sneakers or hiking shoes, not flip-flops.
Do I have to do the village cycling?
No — the roughly 30–40 minute ride along flat village paths is optional. Just tell your guide, and the Limousine Dcar will take you straight to the next stop instead.
What exactly is included?
Everything on the day: round-trip Limousine Dcar transfer (max 9 passengers, with massage seats and wireless chargers), all entrance fees for Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Mua Cave and Bich Dong Pagoda, the Tam Coc boat ticket, a Vietnamese set-menu lunch, one bottle of water per person, an English-speaking guide, and 24/7 support via WhatsApp and email.
How long is the Tam Coc boat trip?
About 1.5 hours (3:00–4:30 PM) by rowing boat along the Ngo Dong River, passing through three limestone caves — Hang Ca, Hang Hai and Hang Ba — with rice paddies and karst cliffs on both sides.
What is the children's policy?
Ages 1–4 travel free sharing services with parents (a USD 15 surcharge applies for a separate seat); ages 5–8 pay 75% of the adult rate for the first child, with a second child charged the full adult rate; ages 9 and up pay the full adult rate.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation with a full refund more than 24 hours before the tour; cancellations less than 24 hours before the start and no-shows are non-refundable.