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Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave Highlights in Hanoi

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Activity provider: Real Vietnam Travel Company
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Full-day tour in Hanoi, including English speaking guide and Pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter area by limousine. Run by Real Vietnam Travel Company, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Limousine
  • Runs 12 hours
  • English speaking guide
  • Pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter area by limousine transfer
  • Mineral water on the bus
  • Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine

Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave Highlights: Key Facts

PriceFrom $69.09 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 Limousine. It is run by Real Vietnam Travel Company, 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.

A private day with a driver-guide is the way to see the most of a Japanese city or region in one day, because it removes the transfers between sights that eat a third of the day on public transport. Prices are usually per vehicle for up to a set number of guests rather than per person, and cover the car, fuel, tolls and the guide; entrance fees and lunch are paid as you go unless the listing says otherwise. Japanese guides are licensed for the work and typically punctual to the minute. Give the operator your priorities, and expect them to reorder the day around opening hours and crowds; that is what you are paying for.

The price covers guide, Pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter area by limousine, Mineral water on the bus, Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine and Complimentary use of a hat or raincoat during the trip. It does not cover Drinks for lunch, Tipping for tour guide & driver, Personal expenses and Anything not mentioned above, 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 Real Vietnam Travel Company 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

Limousine

(2.5 hours)

Arrive back at

Hoàn Kiếm

Detailed Itinerary

Pickup location: Hoàn Kiếm

Limousine: (2.5 hours)

Arrive back at: Hoàn Kiếm

Includes

  • English speaking guide
  • Pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter area by limousine transfer
  • Mineral water on the bus
  • Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
  • Complimentary use of a hat or raincoat during the trip
  • All sightseeing tickets and boat fees

Excludes

  • Drinks for lunch
  • Tipping for tour guide & driver
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not mentioned above

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
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $69.09
$69.09
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
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

4.9/5
based on 26 reviews
Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Daniel
February 18, 2025

Awesome. Very informative guide and although weather was really bad, it was still an enjoyable full day out. Highly recommend

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5
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Eneko
July 27, 2026

We have seen very beautiful places and Ricky help us a lot with his explanations.

5
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Tom
July 26, 2026

We had an amazing time on this tour with our guide, Ricky. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience enjoyable from start to finish. It was a wonderful moment to share with my wife and the rest of the group, and the atmosphere was relaxed and fun throughout. Ricky explained everything clearly, answered our questions with enthusiasm, and made sure everyone felt included. We left with great memories and would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for an authentic and enjoyable experience. Thank you, Ricky, for making this such a memorable part of our trip!

5
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Adriana
December 3, 2025

Trưởng who goes by Leader was a great tour guide and made the experience very enjoyable, despite the fact that it rained a lot. He was very knowledgeable and eager to make the day as good as possible for everyone. The tour of the temple gave a nice insight on Vietnamese history and the boat ride was perfect to enjoy the scenery in Ninh Binh. In addition, the overlook at Mua Cave was a great view. Lunch was great as well with lots of options, also for vegetarians. Overall, a great experience. Only sun could have made it a little better. Trưởng did however provide rain capes for everyone.

5
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Maria
February 25, 2025

I was an incredible day. Even if it was raining all day long, Mike had an amazing attitude that was easy to prêtent that it was not raining. Loved the trip and it was amazing to see so many places and to do many activities in one day (bike, temples, boat, hike). Really recommend this tour when visiting Hanoi. You will be with a smile on your face at the end of the day.

5
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Marina
December 31, 2024

I really loved today. My tour guide Quy is really knowledgeable about his hometown, enthusiastic and thoughtful. He took many beautiful photos for me. I will never forget today, I went to a beautiful place and completely worth the money I paid. I can absolutely rate more than 5* and I very rarely leave comments.

5
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Francesca
November 21, 2024

Everything went well, we appreciated the professionalism and carefulness in the organization, we were picked up later than the scheduled time but our tour guide quickly contacted us to reassure us. Hanoi Old Quarter is very crowded so this pick up will take a little time. I really enjoyed the boat trip in Tam Coc, the beautiful scenery of the river and the caves are really impressive. The visit to the temple gave us a little more history, our tour guide Quy really has a lot of knowledge in this area, he is also a gentle and kind person who helped us a lot during the trip. If you come to Vietna

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William
November 20, 2024

We had a great day, a lovely trip, everything went smoothly. Our tour guide Quy knows how to make his customers happy, he clearly understands each destination's information and presents it in an engaging way. Lunch was also great with lots of options, we love the local cuisine here. I liked the boat trip and the bike trip the most, Mua Cave was also very extraodinaire, we got a lot of beautiful photos as souvenirs, thank you for everything

5
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Samuelsen
November 19, 2024

Great day! Very well organized tour. Our tour guide May was very friendly and enthusiastic, she introduced all the places we passed by with passion, she spoke very good english and took care of her groups during the trip. The climbing in Mua Cave was quite tiring but extremely impressive and worth it. Tam coc was also very beautiful, the local boatman was very kind, he showed us the best spots, and helped us take some photos. Hightly recommend this trip

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Sarah
November 8, 2024

What an amazing day! Thank you to our guide, May, who took so good care of us and talked with so much passion about her hometown. We can only recommand you this one day tour and enjoy all the incredible landscapes.

5
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Helen
August 15, 2024

the tour guide. He was great, and made the experience really enjoyable

5
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Traveller
August 17, 2026

value for money for sure!!!

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hoàn Kiếm The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover drinks for lunch, tipping for tour guide & driver, personal expenses and anything not mentioned above. 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, Pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter area by limousine transfer, Mineral water on the bus, Buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine, Complimentary use of a hat or raincoat during the trip, All sightseeing tickets and boat fees
The duration of the Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave Highlights 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$69.09