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Ninh Binh, Trang An, Mua Cave and Bai Dinh Pagoda in Hanoi

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Activity provider: SST Travel
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full-day tour in Hanoi, taking in Mua Caves, Bai Dinh Temple and Ninh Binh. Run by SST Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Bus/coach
  • Mua Caves
  • Bai Dinh Temple
  • Ninh Binh
  • Runs 12 hours
  • Hotel transfer within 1 km of Hanoi Opera House, excluding Hồng Hà Road

Ninh Binh, Trang An, Mua Cave and Bai Dinh Pagoda: Key Facts

PriceFrom $109.53 per person
Duration12 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 12-hour experience in Hanoi, built around Bus/coach, Mua Caves and Bai Dinh Temple. It is run by SST Travel, 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 Hotel transfer within 1 km of Hanoi Opera House, Transportation, guide, Entry fees and Round-trip electric car to Bai Dinh Pagoda entrance. It does not cover Holiday surcharge applies, 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.

Hotel pickup in Hanoi. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with SST Travel 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.

2 pickup location options

Hoàn Kiếm, Hoàn Kiếm

Bus/coach

(2 hours)

Mua Caves

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Self-guided tour, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours)

Bai Dinh Temple

Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Self-guided tour (1.5 hours)

Ninh Binh

Break time, Free time (1 hour)

Trang An

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Self-guided tour, Scenic views on the way (80 minutes)

3 drop-off locations

Hoàn Kiếm, Hoàn Kiếm, Nhà hát Lớn Hà Nội

Detailed Itinerary

2 pickup location options: Hoàn Kiếm, Hoàn Kiếm

Bus/coach: (2 hours)

Mua Caves: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Self-guided tour, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours)

Bai Dinh Temple: Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Self-guided tour (1.5 hours)

Ninh Binh: Break time, Free time (1 hour)

Trang An: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Self-guided tour, Scenic views on the way (80 minutes)

3 drop-off locations: Hoàn Kiếm, Hoàn Kiếm, Nhà hát Lớn Hà Nội

Includes

  • Hotel transfer within 1 km of Hanoi Opera House, excluding Hồng Hà Road
  • Transportation
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entry fees
  • Round-trip electric car to Bai Dinh Pagoda entrance
  • Hang Mua Cave entrance ticket
  • Trang An boat ticket
  • Buffet lunch at a local restaurant
  • Bottled drinking water

Excludes

  • Holiday surcharge applies (please see Important Information)

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Hanoi. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

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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Free cancellation
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Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 1455 reviews
Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Evan
September 12, 2026

I enjoyed the river boat ride the best. Our guide Long was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. The transportation was fantastic as well back and forth

5
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Kathrina
September 1, 2026

We had a great time seeing all the sights we went to. Our guide was so accomodating to us. We had a wonderful time visiting Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh Pagoda and Mua Cave. The beautiful mountain scenery, and peaceful atmosphere made the trip a refreshing escape from the busy city.

5
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Carolina
July 31, 2026

We had a fantastic time on this tour. Everything was well organized, and the team made the experience truly memorable. Thank you!

5
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Jacklyn
July 20, 2026

This was an amazing day. I have to admit I was on the fence about going because I was exhausted from travel but I am SO glad I did. All of the sites were absolutely incredible and awe inspiring and Kane was the most amazing, knowledgeable, and personable guide, he made the day so expedient, interesting, and fun. Highly recommend, and extreme bargain for the price. Must do for your trip to Hanoi. 100/10!!

5
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Oleksandr
July 14, 2026

An unforgettable day in Ninh Binh! The majestic nature of Trang An is simply breathtaking 😍 This was an amazing and well-organized excursion. Even the rainy weather didn't ruin the day, adding a mystical charm to the mountains. Bai Dinh Pagoda truly impressed me with its grand scale, beautiful architecture, and peaceful atmosphere. But the absolute highlight was Trang An. The entire sightseeing experience was from a boat, allowing us to get up close to this incredible beauty. Floating past stunning pagodas standing right on the water, surrounded by giant karst cliffs, felt like a fairy tale. N

5
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Cecilie
July 9, 2026

Mike was very helpful and informative. Thank toy Khanh for arranging this tour with us.

5
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Ricardo
July 4, 2026

It was an amazing day trip to Ninh Binh, Hoàng Long was extremely friendly, provided a great experience, was respectful and gave us a lot of great information about the traditions and culture of Vietnam during the home trip. Enjoyed very much our day!! Got to see spectacular places and learned a lot!!!

5
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Christina
July 4, 2026

Our guide Mike, was very kind, attentive and knowledgeable and really made the day trip wonderful! The tour was well organized, shout out to Elise, and the day went as expected. We chose to do the VIP small group tour which i thought was a good size.

5
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Chivonne
July 1, 2026

My day trip was so full but so great. Long was the best guide. I was upgraded to a private transfer which I appreciated immensely & as a solo traveller Long took care of me everywhere. So patient… The communication was excellent by the tour company I would highly recommend using this tour company to visit Ninh Binh.

5
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Daksha
June 26, 2026

The trip was very good. well planned. the transportation was very comfortable. overall a very good trip and very well coordinated by the tour company

5
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Giovanni
June 17, 2026

Our tour was amazing, our guide Martin was super knowledgeable and gave us information at each place we visited. He made the whole group feel together and socialised with each other. Transportation was really good and comfortable for all the driving we did. Would recommend booking this tour!

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Anji
June 11, 2026

We had a wonderful day with or incredible tour guide Long. It was super helpful to be shown around by someone who could give us all of the background information and history to help us fully understand and appreciate what we were seeing. Long was incredible and we would highly recommend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Hanoi. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. 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 holiday surcharge applies (please see important information). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
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.
Hotel transfer within 1 km of Hanoi Opera House, excluding Hồng Hà Road, Transportation, English-speaking guide, Entry fees, Round-trip electric car to Bai Dinh Pagoda entrance, Hang Mua Cave entrance ticket, Trang An boat ticket, Buffet lunch at a local restaurant, Bottled drinking water
The duration of the Ninh Binh, Trang An, Mua Cave and Bai Dinh Pagoda 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.
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