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Tam Coc or Trang An boat, Hoa Lu and Mua Cave Tour in Hanoi

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Activity provider: Nest Asia Travel
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Full-day tour in Hanoi, taking in Mua Caves, Local restaurant and Hoa Lu. Run by Nest Asia Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Bus/coach
  • Mua Caves
  • Local restaurant
  • Hoa Lu
  • Runs full day
  • Transfers from the Old Quarter of Hanoi

Tam Coc or Trang An boat, Hoa Lu and Mua Cave Tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $56.11 per person
DurationFull day
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a experience from Hanoi, built around Bus/coach, Mua Caves and Local restaurant. It is run by Nest Asia 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 Transfers from the Old Quarter of Hanoi, guide, 1 bottle of water per person, Buffet lunch and Entry fees for attractions in the itinerary. It does not cover Drink during lunchtime, Visa and insurance and Tip for guide and driver, 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.

Hanoi. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Nest Asia 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.

Pickup location

Hanoi

Bus/coach

(2.5 hours)

Mua Caves

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (75 minutes)

Local restaurant

Break time, Free time, Food tasting, Regional food (1 hour)

Hoa Lu

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Tam Coc

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Sunset (2.5 hours)

Arrive back at

Hanoi

Detailed Itinerary

Pickup location: Hanoi

Bus/coach: (2.5 hours)

Mua Caves: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (75 minutes)

Local restaurant: Break time, Free time, Food tasting, Regional food (1 hour)

Hoa Lu: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Tam Coc: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Sunset (2.5 hours)

Arrive back at: Hanoi

Includes

  • Transfers from the Old Quarter of Hanoi
  • English-speaking guide
  • 1 bottle of water per person
  • Buffet lunch (with vegetarian options)
  • Entry fees for attractions in the itinerary

Excludes

  • Drink during lunchtime
  • Visa and insurance
  • Tip for guide and driver

Important information

Meeting point

Hanoi

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

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 Full day
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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

Traveler Reviews

4.6/5
based on 739 reviews
Guide
4.5/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Payton
May 1, 2026

the trip was absolutely fantastic!! our guide Felix showed us the best possible day! highly recommend day trip from Hanoi.

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Annabelle
February 11, 2026

We had a fantastic day with our tour guide Michael! He made sure we all had a great trip and provided us with lots of information about the local history of the area, such a lovely person. The bus was spacious and comfy also, I would strongly recommend this trip.

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Maria
February 7, 2026

If you have dude, THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO GO! These experience is was amazing the place the time of quality and the people in the middle of the tour so friendly so incredible we were approximately nine hours travelling and it was amazing today, the time past very very fast because we enjoyed a lot! I keep this experience in my heart. Thank you so much because the wild is so so friendly so kind you feel like home 🫶🏻✨

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Andrew
May 6, 2026

Our day in Ninh Binh was beautiful. Our guide, Tom, was very informative, helpful, and friendly, and the scenery was a must see. Perfect day-trip from Hanoi.

5
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DĂłra
December 16, 2025

The trip started a bit hectic, as on the day when I wanted to go, the bus broke down, and on the same day it was raining so much that a car that supposed to take me to Ningh Binh couldn't be found. However, I was amazed by Andy's flexibility to solve this issue and not to cause me any inconvenience - so I could join the tour on the following day. Tony, our tour guide was amazing. He told us a lot of interesting stories about each places, but also about Vietnam in general. He gave us a lot of suggestions what to do or what not to do. He was also very flexible based on our wishes, e.g. instead o

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Sarah
October 31, 2025

The bus trip is long but they do stop along the way. The Tom Coc boat trip is amazing and the great news is if you don’t want to climb to the top of the mountain, there is a bar at the bottom to relax at

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Eddy
April 27, 2025

Tu and driver were very nice! Amazing trip and lovely views of the area.

5
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Maike
April 21, 2025

I liked most the biking - could be little longer. And the views in the mountains were amazing Boot tour is fun I didn’t like the buffet food Temple visit was not so interesting

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Rosie
April 2, 2025

The day trip was amazing! Our tour guide Thomas was really fun and insightful. The itinerary was really good. You have the options for some down time through the day if you don’t want to partake in the cycling. Great value for money. I highly recommend.

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Nicole
March 17, 2025

Thomas our guide was wonderful. The buffet lunch was amazing with a lot of variety. The tour was well organised and the sites were stunning. Highly recommend this tour.

5
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Kira
March 6, 2025

Lovely trip out. Well organised and our guide was fantastic. It is a long day but absolutely worth it as you see so much of Ninh bin.

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Monika
January 18, 2026

Overall amazing trip. Lots of activities and lovely food. I enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hanoi
The price does not cover drink during lunchtime, visa and insurance and tip for guide and driver. 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.
Transfers from the Old Quarter of Hanoi, English-speaking guide, 1 bottle of water per person, Buffet lunch (with vegetarian options), Entry fees for attractions in the itinerary
The duration of the Tam Coc or Trang An boat, Hoa Lu and Mua Cave Tour is typically Full day. 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$56.11