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Ninh Bình 1-Day Tour: Bai Dinh, Trang An, Mua Cave & Hoa Lu

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9h
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Overview

Discover the beauty of Ninh Bình, often called “Halong Bay on land,” with a full-day tour. Visit the majestic Bai Dinh Temple, take a scenic boat ride through the Trang An landscape, conquer Mua Cave for breathtaking views, and learn about Vietnam's ancient capital at Hoa Lu.

Itinerary

07:30 AM – Pick up from your hotel in Ninh Bình or Tam Cốc.

08:30 AM – Visit Bai Dinh Temple, the largest temple complex in Southeast Asia.

10:30 AM – Boat ride through Trang An, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage site.

12:30 PM – Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local specialties like goat meat and burnt rice.

02:00 PM – Hike to Mua Cave for panoramic views of the Tam Cốc area.

03:30 PM – Visit Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam, and learn about its royal history.

05:00 PM – Return to the hotel and end the tour.

Highlights

Explore Ninh Bình's top attractions in just one day.

Enjoy a delicious local lunch.

Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with a friendly, professional guide.

Activity location

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
- Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tam Cốc – Bích Động - Ninh Bình, Việt Nam
- 430000, Ninh Hải, Ninh Bình, Vietnam

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Ninh Bình 1-Day Tour: Bai Dinh, Trang An, Mua Cave & Hoa Lu

9h
English

Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:00am

Price details

$49.00 x 1 Adult$49.00

Total

What's included, what's not

Bottled water on the bus
English speaking Guide
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch at our local restaurant
Gratuities

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

1h
Admission ticket included

The ancient capital of Hoa Lư - The old capital of Vietnam Hoa Lư in Ninh Bình was the capital of Vietnam during the Đinh and Early Lê dynasties (from 968 to 1010). Visitors will tour the temple of King Đinh Tiên Hoàng and the temple of King Lê Đại Hành, where the two kings who unified the country are honored. Here, visitors can learn about the history of feudal Vietnam, explore ancient architecture, and admire the exquisite reliefs and carvings that have been preserved.

Bai Dinh Pagoda

2h
Admission ticket included

Bái Đính Pagoda in Ninh Bình is the largest temple complex in Vietnam, famous for its grand architecture and numerous Buddhist records: 500 intricately carved stone statues of Arhats. The largest bronze Buddha statue in Southeast Asia (100 tons). The great bell weighing 36 tons – one of the largest bronze bells in Vietnam. In addition, Bái Đính Pagoda is also an important spiritual pilgrimage site, attracting millions of visitors each year.

Trang An Landscape Complex

3h
Admission ticket not included

The Tràng An Scenic Landscape Complex - a UNESCO World Heritage Site Tràng An in Ninh Bình is a famous ecological tourism area with a system of emerald rivers winding around the overlapping limestone mountains. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to a mysterious system of caves, such as: The Địa Linh Cave - famous for its sparkling stalactites. The Tối Cave & the Sáng Cave - wonderful stopping points to enjoy the pristine beauty of nature. The Nấu Rượu Cave - where ancient people used to brew traditional rice wine. Tràng An is also the filming location for Kong: Skull Island, attracting a large number of domestic and international tourists.

Mua Caves

1h
Admission ticket included

Múa Cave - "The Great Wall" of Vietnam Múa Cave in Ninh Bình is famous for its 500 stone steps leading to the peak of Ngọa Long, where visitors can admire the panoramic view of Tam Cốc - Bích Động from above. This is the most beautiful check-in spot in Ninh Bình, especially at sunrise or sunset, when the sunlight reflects on the lush green or golden rice fields. Múa Cave is also an ideal place for hiking, exploring nature, and enjoying the fresh air.

Location

Activity location

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
- Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tam Cốc – Bích Động - Ninh Bình, Việt Nam
- 430000, Ninh Hải, Ninh Bình, Vietnam

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