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Small Group Guided Tour in Ninh Binh: Explore Vietnam's Natural and Historic Wonders
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Embark on a small group guided tour in Ninh Binh to explore Vietnam’s natural and historic wonders. Discover the rural region, cycle around rice paddies, and admire the panoramic view at Mua Cave.
Embark on a small group guided tour in Ninh Binh to explore Vietnam’s natural and historic wonders. Discover the rural region, cycle around rice paddies, and admire the panoramic view at Mua Cave.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tam Coc - 07:15 – 07:45: Pick-up from Hanoi for departure to Ninh Binh. 09:00: Restroom break and local coffee at the rest stop. 10:00: Arrive at Mua Cave – climb to the top of the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of Ninh Binh City and Tam Coc village. 11:15: Join a bike ride to explore the natural beauty of the countryside and the distinctive…
- Tam Coc - 07:15 – 07:45: Pick-up from Hanoi for departure to Ninh Binh. 09:00: Restroom break and local coffee at the rest stop. 10:00: Arrive at Mua Cave – climb to the top of the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of Ninh Binh City and Tam Coc village. 11:15: Join a bike ride to explore the natural beauty of the countryside and the distinctive Karst terrain with its limestone mountain system. 12:15: Enjoy lunch featuring Vietnamese cuisine. 13:30: Discover Tam Coc on a Sampan boat, taking in the beauty of the caves and limestone mountains along the smooth and peaceful river, often referred to as Ha Long on Land.
- Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties - 15:30: Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam. The tour guide will provide information about Vietnam’s first emperor and the three dynasties in Ninh Binh. Visit the temple of Vietnam’s first emperor and learn more about Vietnamese culture and temple architecture. 16:15: Conclude activities in Ninh Binh and depart for Hanoi. 18:00: Arrive in Hanoi. The tour guides and driver will drop you off at your hotel or designated location. End of the tour.
What's Included
- English speaking guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Air-Conditioned Vehicle for Group of 9 tourists
- All Entrance Tickets
- Umbrella, seat cushions, raincoat, private life-jacket
- English speaking guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Air-Conditioned Vehicle for Group of 9 tourists
- All Entrance Tickets
- Umbrella, seat cushions, raincoat, private life-jacket
What's Not Included
- Drinks, Personal Expenses, Tippings for Tour Guide and Driver
- Drinks, Personal Expenses, Tippings for Tour Guide and Driver
Additional Information
Join a full-day small-group tour (limited to 9 travelers per group) to explore three stunning attractions in Ninh Binh: Mua Cave, Tam Coc, and Hoa Lu, the ancient capital:
- Ascend to the summit of Mua Cave for a panoramic view of Ninh Binh and its limestone mountain range.
- Enjoy easy and enjoyable cycling on flat terrain, meandering through rice…
Join a full-day small-group tour (limited to 9 travelers per group) to explore three stunning attractions in Ninh Binh: Mua Cave, Tam Coc, and Hoa Lu, the ancient capital:
- Ascend to the summit of Mua Cave for a panoramic view of Ninh Binh and its limestone mountain range.
- Enjoy easy and enjoyable cycling on flat terrain, meandering through rice fields adjacent to limestone mountains (alternatively, remain in the vehicle or rent a motorbike if cycling is not preferred).
- Experience the local lifestyle in the Vietnamese countryside.
- Embark on a boat ride at Tam Coc, often referred to as Halong on land (rice season spans from March to October).
- Explore Hoa Lu, the ancient capital.
- The tour includes all entrance fees, lunch, and bottled water (3 bottles per person).
- Enhance your experience with insights from a local guide who provides informative commentary.
Location
Tam Coc
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Q2508jujamesl
Jun 9, 2025
Amazing - The views were amazing and the guide was very nice and helpful. It was great to be in a smaller group to get to know everyone and have a great time
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Cameron
Jun 9, 2025
Fantastic - Super knowledgeable, personable, happy to go the extra step’ and funny!
Could not rate more highly and would recommend to all
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Laurab-from-dc
Jun 8, 2025
2nd time on this excellent adventure— can’t wait for 3rd!. Go!! - This tour is wonderful! You climb a mountain, bike ride through rice paddies, visit a farmhouse and meet the farmers, are engulfed in a sea (okay, a really vast vast pond) of lotus blossoms, row through wetlands and 3 (tam) caves (coc) hence Tamcoc — enjoy a delicious meal, visit an historic temple. Jam packed with sensory experiences and information gathering. The day was just perfect. In fact, this is the second time I’ve taken this tour, and I’d do it again. Time and money very wisely spent for diving into the culture and geography of this gorgeous country
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Y1133iktinaa
Jun 7, 2025
Fantastic tour guide, breathtaking views and all round fantastic tour - Fantastic experience. Bruce Lee was a fantastic Tour Guide to who was helpful, friendly and ensured that we were safe and looked after.
Tour was incredible, the views are breathtaking both high up and on water. Couldn't fault the experience, it was the best!
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Patalinat
Jun 7, 2025
Good fun in Ninh Binh!! - Bruce Lee was the guide for our tour and we certainly had a very good time. He was very attentive and made sure we are comfortable with the heat - preparing ice cold water and wipes for us. He explained the history and culture of VN/ Hanoi to us simply so it was easy to understand. We had fun and learnt some things along the way. Definitely a day well spent and will recommend this to anyone coming to Hanoi!’
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Chris
Jun 7, 2025
Great day from Hanoi to Ninh Binh - Great tour with our tour guide Bruce , really informative throughout, great food
Would definitely recommend this tour if in Hanoi.
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Cagey83
Jun 6, 2025
A Memorable, Peaceful Day in Ninh Binh – Perfect for Families - We had an amazing day as a family with our two small children, guided by the wonderful Nien Nguyen and accompanied by a skilled, friendly driver. The car was very comfortable – almost on the luxurious side – and since we were the only guests that day, it turned out to be a private tour, which made the whole experience even more special.
Nien gave us a lot of insight into everyday life in Vietnam and shared many cultural details about family values, temples, and pagodas. We also had the chance to visit the home of a local family, which was a nice, authentic touch. Nien explained a lot there – from daily routines to traditions – and it gave us a deeper look into rural Vietnamese life.
Everything we saw was exactly as described in the tour info, and the pacing was well thought out for a family. The meal was delicious, and we had enough breaks – very important with small kids, especially in the heat.
One personal highlight for me was the stop at Dragon Mountain. The scenery was incredibly serene, and the climb added a bit of adventure. I’d say it’s suitable for kids from around 6 years old – any younger, and you’ll likely end up carrying them on the steeper parts.
The only part that felt a bit too long for us was the kayak ride – about an hour on the water, which is quite a stretch with small kids. Still beautiful, but I think a slightly shorter version would’ve been perfect.
Overall, a beautiful, well-organized day that gave us plenty of memories and stories. Highly recommended for families who want a mix of culture, nature, and a local touch.
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Kate
Jun 5, 2025
Wonderful way to see rural Vietnam - We booked this day trip from Hanoi To Ninh Binh at the last minute and, as it was the off season, ended up in a car with a driver and guide Hung. We had a wonderful day, being picked up from our hotel at 7am. We climbed the 500 steps of Mua Cave first which was challenging in the humidity but worth it for the views. We loved the cycling through rice fields - it was peaceful - and the stop at a farm house for tea then lunch (which had many courses). We took the boat ride at Trang An and met young children wanting to practice English at Hoa Lu. Hung was patient and informative and we learned a lot about Vietnamese culture and history. We were dropped back at our hotel around 6.30pm tired but happy.
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824rayanf
Jun 4, 2025
Memorable experience - Thank you for the wonderful experience. Especially to Nien and the driver who gave us a 5 star experience. Very accommodating with enough rest stops and provided good information.
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Escape730022
Jun 4, 2025
Bruce Lee - best tour guide 🥋 - Wonderful tour and a wonderful guide“Bruce Lee” - great one day expedition out into the countryside! Would definitely recommend.
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