Discover the ancient capital of Vietnam and the spectacular landscapes of Ninh Binh on this 2-day tour from Hanoi. Visit the historic Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, enjoy a boat trip through the beautiful limestone scenery of Tam Coc, cycle through peaceful countryside, and explore the famous Mua Cave.
Day 1: Hanoi- Hoa Lu– Tam Coc
07:30 AM: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and depart for Ninh Binh.
10:00 AM: Arrive in Ninh Binh and visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Early Le Dynasties in the 10th and 11th centuries.
Explore the ancient temples dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh, and learn about the history of Vietnam’s first centralized feudal state.
12:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to Tam Coc, one of the most beautiful areas in Ninh Binh.
01:30 PM: Take a traditional sampan boat trip through Tam Coc, passing rice fields, limestone mountains, caves, and peaceful rural scenery.
04:00 PM: Check in at your hotel or homestay and relax.
07:00 PM: Dinner and free time to explore Tam Coc town.
Overnight: Homestay in Tam Coc.
Day 2: Tam Coc- Bich Dong Pagoda- Mua Cave – Hanoi
07:30 AM: Breakfast at the homestay.
08:30 AM: Start the day with a bicycle ride through the peaceful countryside to Bich Dong Pagoda.
Visit the ancient pagoda complex built into the limestone mountains and enjoy the surrounding rural scenery.
11:00 AM: Continue to Mua Cave (Hang Mua).
Climb approximately 500 steps to the viewpoint at the top of Mua Mountain and enjoy spectacular panoramic views over the rice fields and limestone karst mountains of Ninh Binh.
12:30 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
02:00 PM: Depart Ninh Binh by bus and return to Hanoi.
04:00–05:00 PM: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the Ninh Binh Old Capital Tour – 2 Days.
Group tour
| No of travelers | 2-3pax | 4-6 pax | 7-10pax | |
| USD/1 person | $145 | $ 140 | $135 |
*Included: English tour guide, bus, entrance fees, bamboo boat, all meals, homestay.
*Excluded: Tips (not compulsory).