--- title: "Ninh Binh 1 Day Tour – Small Group: Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave" lang: en type: tour city: Hanoi country: Vietnam price: 38 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 72 duration_minutes: 720 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 57 of 121 (Ninh Binh Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ninh-binh-1-day-tour-small-group-hoa-lu-trang-an-mua-cave/ --- # Ninh Binh 1 Day Tour – Small Group: Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave In our comparison: #57 of 121 in Ninh Binh Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview - Small-group tour with 20–21 guests in a modern limousine bus. - Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and the temples of Kings Dinh and Le. - Take a scenic rowing boat trip through Trang An. - Hike to Mua Cave for breathtaking panoramic views of Ninh Binh. - Optional free cycling through peaceful local villages. - Perfect for couples, families, friends, and solo travelers. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 07:15: one departure a day - Food included: Buffet Lunch (Vegetarian available) **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €38 per person for the Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave option; other options up to €42 - Duration: 12h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 72 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Dragon King Vietnam - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 07:15 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.96 from 72 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 71 of 72. - 5 stars: 70 (97%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave | €38 / person | English | Small group 21 passengers Duration: 12 hours Buffet Lunch Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave Modern Limousine Bus: 20- 22 seats Pickup included | | Hoa Lu - Trang an - Mua Cave | €42 / person | English | Small Group 20-21 passengers Duration: 12 hours Buffet Lunch See all the highlights: Visiting Hoa Lu, Boat trip at Trang An, hiking Mua cave Modern Limousine bus Pickup included | ## What's included - Mineral water on the bus - English speaking guide - All sightseeing tickets and boat fees - Limousine transfer pick up & drop off in Old Quarter area - Free bicycle - Buffet Lunch (Vegetarian available) - Free use of hat/rain-coat during the trip ## Not included - Drinks for lunch - Tipping for tour guide & driver(Optional) - Personal expenses - New Year Holiday Surcharge when travelling from 5th Feb to 8th Feb, 2027 ## Itinerary 1. **Hanoi** (3h) - Pick-up is available within Hanoi’s Old Quarter at designated meeting points between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM. For guests staying outside the Old Quarter, please arrive at the meeting point at 2 Co Tan Street by 7:30 AM. Your tour guide will meet you there between 7:30 AM and 7:45... 2. **Ninh Binh** (1h 30m) - Arrive at our restaurant in Ninh Binh, then take a bicycle to begin your journey to Hoa Lu. Enjoy a scenic ride through the beautiful countryside and limestone mountains along a unique route. If you don’t know how to ride a bicycle or you are not used to cycling, the driver... 3. **Hoa Lu Temple** (1h; admission included) - Visit Hoa Lu - the historic temples of King Dinh and King Le. With insights from our local guide, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s rich history. After the visit, get back to the restaurant. Enjoy buffet lunch at a local restaurant – goat meat dishes is the... 4. **Trang An Grottoes** (2h; admission included) - After lunch, head to Trang An – the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. Spend approximately 2 hours exploring the stunning landscape on a traditional sampan boat( rowed by local people, 4 passengers / 1 boat). Glide along the serene Sao Khe River, discover the incredible... 5. **Mua Caves** (1h; admission included) - Challenge yourself with a climb of nearly 500 stone steps to the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain, where a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of Tam Coc's limestone peaks and winding rivers awaits – a unforgettable highlight of the day. 6. **Hanoi** (2h) - After a day of exploration, relax on the journey back to Hanoi, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel or meeting point. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:15 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point For guests staying outside the Old Quarter, please arrive at the meeting point at 2 Co Tan Street by 7:30 AM. We will pick you up between 7:30 AM - 7:45 AM. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The bike ride is a short and optional activity, and we do not recommend it for those who are not comfortable with cycling. If you don’t know how to ride a bicycle or are not used to cycling, the driver will take you by bus instead. - Guests with heart or blood pressure issues are advised to consider their physical condition before joining the hinking at Mua Cave activity. - The boat trip in Trang An takes around 2 hours, so please consider this if guests are traveling with small children or babies. ## Compared with other Ninh Binh Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #57 of 121** | €38 | 12h | 4.96 (72) | shared | | [Ninh Binh Hightlight & Hidden Gem from Hanoi with Skip-The-Line](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ninh-binh-hightlight-hidden-gem-from-hanoi-with-skip-the-line/?format=md) | €86 | 10h | 4.99 (4737) | shared | | [Ninh Binh Full-Day Small Group of 9 Guided Tour from Hanoi](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ninh-binh-full-day-small-group-of-9-guided-tour-from-hanoi/?format=md) | €77 | 11h | 4.99 (1878) | shared | | [Luxury Full Day Ninh Binh Tour From Hanoi](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/luxury-full-day-ninh-binh-tour-from-hanoi/?format=md) | €77 | 11h | 5.0 (454) | shared | Ranked #57 of 121 in Ninh Binh Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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