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Ninh Binh Day Trip Visit Hoa Lu, Tam Coc and Mua Cave in Hanoi

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Activity provider: Vietnam Travel Away
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Full-day tour in Hanoi, taking in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Tam Coc and Mua Caves. Run by Vietnam Travel Away, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Bus/coach
  • Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
  • Tam Coc
  • Mua Caves
  • Runs 12 hours
  • English Speaking Guide

Ninh Binh Day Trip Visit Hoa Lu, Tam Coc and Mua Cave: Key Facts

PriceFrom $75.34 per person
Duration12 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 12-hour experience from Hanoi, built around Bus/coach, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and Tam Coc. It is run by Vietnam Travel Away, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Guide, Boat tour in Tam Coc, Sightseeing entrance fees, Biking and Lunch of local Vietnamese foods. It does not cover Drinks and Tips, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hoàn Kiếm. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Vietnam Travel Away before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Pickup location

Hoàn Kiếm

Bus/coach

(2.25 hours)

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Visit (45 minutes)

Tam Coc

Visit (1.5 hours)

Mua Caves

Visit (1 hour)

Bus/coach

(2 hours)

Arrive back at

Hoàn Kiếm

Detailed Itinerary

Pickup location: Hoàn Kiếm

Bus/coach: (2.25 hours)

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: Visit (45 minutes)

Tam Coc: Visit (1.5 hours)

Mua Caves: Visit (1 hour)

Bus/coach: (2 hours)

Arrive back at: Hoàn Kiếm

Includes

  • English Speaking Guide
  • Boat tour in Tam Coc
  • Sightseeing entrance fees
  • Biking
  • Lunch of local Vietnamese foods
  • A bottle of mineral water

Excludes

  • Drinks
  • Tips ( optional )

Important information

Meeting point

Hoàn Kiếm

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 12 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $75.34
$75.34
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 8 reviews
Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
J
Jade
August 18, 2026

Leader was the man! He was so organised, fun and had lots of great moments to share as we explored. He made the day so much more fun than expected.

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5
T
Traveller
March 24, 2026

Great day trip. Trưởng our guide had a lot of information. There was a lot to see and he was very helpful. There are a lot of steps up to the top but there was plenty of time to do it and take it steadily in the heat and the view is worth it. The bike ride and the boat ride after lunch were great. The boat ride takes quite a long time through all the caves which was lovely.

5
T
Traveller
February 25, 2026

perfect ken is a very nice tourist man

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T
Traveller
February 25, 2026

היה כיף, קצת עמוס באנשים לפעמים אבל נופים מהממים

Frequently Asked Questions

Hoàn Kiếm
The price does not cover drinks and tips ( optional ). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
No, a local rower takes you; Trang An's loop is two to three hours in a sampan through caves and you sit the whole way. A small tip for the rower is customary. Bring a hat and sunscreen, the boats are open, and wear shoes you can cycle in for the paddy-field ride between sights.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
English Speaking Guide, Boat tour in Tam Coc, Sightseeing entrance fees, Biking, Lunch of local Vietnamese foods, A bottle of mineral water
The duration of the Ninh Binh Day Trip Visit Hoa Lu, Tam Coc and Mua Cave is typically 12 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$75.34