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Trang An eco-tourism - Hoa Lu ancient and Mua Cave in Hanoi

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Activity provider: Nest Asia Travel
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Full-day tour in Hanoi, taking in Ninh Binh. Run by Nest Asia Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Bus/coach
  • Ninh Binh
  • Runs full day
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off (in Hanoi Old Quarter's area)
  • English-speaking guide, a bottle of water per person
  • Buffet lunch at Trang An bungalow (includes vegetarian foods)

Trang An eco-tourism - Hoa Lu ancient and Mua Cave: Key Facts

PriceFrom $59.62 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 and Ninh Binh. 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 Hotel pickup & drop-off, guide, Buffet lunch at Trang An bungalow, Bike is a very small activity and All entrance tickets. It does not cover Beverages & travel insurance and Tips for tour guide & personal expenses, 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)

Ninh Binh

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (6 hours)

Arrive back at

Hanoi

Detailed Itinerary

Pickup location: Hanoi

Bus/coach: (2.5 hours)

Ninh Binh: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (6 hours)

Arrive back at: Hanoi

Includes

  • Hotel pickup & drop-off (in Hanoi Old Quarter's area)
  • English-speaking guide, a bottle of water per person
  • Buffet lunch at Trang An bungalow (includes vegetarian foods)
  • Bike is a very small activity (30mins) on the package, just for fun & free
  • All entrance tickets

Excludes

  • Beverages & travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guide & personal expenses

Important information

Meeting point

Hanoi

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
Check availability to see starting times
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 54 reviews
Guide
4.6/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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anais
November 20, 2025

We love all the activities and Duke was an excellent and funny guide. It was interresting and so beautiful we recommend this tour !

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Amaana
February 1, 2025

Lovely, you see way more than expected! It was soooo beautiful. Everything was included, even multiple options for people that don’t like too much walking/climbing. The guide was so sweet!

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Giulia
January 21, 2025

Tù and the driver were amazing and I enjoyed a lot the 1 day trip to Ninh Binh. We had the opportunity to go throw many diverse activities and the schedule was really well organized. The lunch also was delicious Recommend!

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Alan
August 1, 2025

the rating is for the travel, pickup and tour guide (cris) organisation. the bus made for a comfortable travel to the three places. on-time pickup and drop off. The Trang an boat was long but we enjoyed it albeit in 37 degrees. The climb up to mua cave is quite doable for most people although for us the heat made it a very sweaty affair. The buffet lunch was not so tasty - a reasonable selection of dishes but bland overall. Note that there is a swimming pool available for a quick dip if you don't fancy the cycle in the heat.

5
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Michael
May 16, 2025

I love Ninh Binh - this is my second time visiting and Tom was an excellent guide who made this trip memorable. I loved the luxury bus the company provided. It was so comfortable and wish my previous visit had this kind of service. The schedule was perfect and enjoyed the time dedicated for the boat ride and hike up the Mua Cave. The buffet lunch was one of the best I had. Overall, I hope my return back to Vietnam will include this tour company and guide.

5
M
Michal
April 20, 2025

Well organized, great guide (Brian), would recommend.

5
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Ludvik
April 6, 2025

Day trip way excellently organized. Except for a telemarketing pit stop. But it was okay, you don't have to buy anything.

5
C
Chaya
December 18, 2024

Brian was a amazing guide super fun and interactive!! Would highly recommend the tour the biking and boating was beautiful

5
J
Jaabir
July 5, 2024

Loi was an amazing guide and made us a sweet music video for our tour group, Great overall experience !

5
M
Mille
June 27, 2024

I can’t recommend this tour enough - everything was great. Considering it is only a day trip, you get to see a lot of Ninh Binh! Definitely do it.

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Nathalie
June 22, 2026

Le confort du bus est très agréable avec un guide professionnel et sympathique. Le buffet excellent. L'activité aurait pu être plus intéressante si nous n' étions pas pressés.Il manquait un peu de temps libre. Seul point négatif.

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Ruth
October 19, 2024

We had a fantastic day. Great tour guide and amazing driver to get around all the streets in old town. From start to finish a very happy tour. Climbing upto peak to see temple 500 steps. Lunch visiting temples and a lovely tranquil boat ride through the caves. A great trip

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hanoi 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 beverages & travel insurance and tips for tour guide & personal expenses. 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.
Hotel pickup & drop-off (in Hanoi Old Quarter's area), English-speaking guide, a bottle of water per person, Buffet lunch at Trang An bungalow (includes vegetarian foods), Bike is a very small activity (30mins) on the package, just for fun & free, All entrance tickets
The duration of the Trang An eco-tourism - Hoa Lu ancient and Mua Cave 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.
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