---
title: Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave
lang: en
type: tour
city: Hanoi
country: Vietnam
price: 27
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.98
reviews: 761
duration_minutes: 600
duration_max_minutes: 660
languages: [vi, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 6 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-day-trip-from-hanoi-with-tam-coc-or-trang-an-mua-cave/
---

# Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave

In our comparison: #6 of 121 in Ninh Binh Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

A day tour is an extremely convenient journey for visitors to explore the beauty of the land of the Ancient Capital. Departing from Hanoi, you will be taken to famous destinations such as: Hoa Lu ancient capital, Tam Coc boat ride through the caves and paddy fields and enjoying the panoramic view on top of Dragon Mountain in Mua Cave.

The travel time is not much, from just 2,5 hours from Hanoi on the highway, you will be right in the dreamy, lyrical land of Ninh Binh rich in cultural identity. This is a great choice for a fun-filled day of experience!

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Starts 07:00: one departure a day
- Food included: A delicious local BUFFET lunch
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €27 per person for the Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Cave option; other options up to €29
- Duration: 10h–11h
- Rating: 4.98/5 from 761 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Four Seasons Vietnam
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: VI, English
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 07:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.98 from 761 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 760 of 761.

- 5 stars: 751 (99%)
- 4 stars: 9 (1%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Cave | €27 / person | VI, English | Duration: 11 hours Lunch: There is a Buffet Lunch in the trip Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Cave: This option bring you the experience in Bai Dinh (biggest pagoda in Asia) - Trang An complex for boat trip and Mua Cave hike Shuttle bus Pickup included |
| Hoa Lu - Tam Coc | €27 / person | VI, English | Duration: 10 hours Lunch: There is Buffet Lunch Hoa Lu- Tam Coc: This option will bring you the experience in 2 attractions: Hoa Lu ancient capital and Tam Coc boat trip Shuttle Bus: Joinning a shuttle bus in the trip Pickup included |
| Hoa Lu - Trang An | €27 / person | VI, English | Duration: 10 hours Lunch: There is a Buffet Lunch in the trip Hoa Lu- Trang An: This option will bring you the experience in 2 attractions: Hoa Lu ancient capital- Trang An Complex Shuttle bus Pickup included |
| Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave | €27 / person | VI, English | Duration: 11 hours Lunch: There is a Buffet Lunch in the trip Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave: This option will bring you the experience in Hoa Lu ancient capital- Trang An Complex for boat trip and Mua Cave for hiking Shuttle bus Pickup included |
| Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave | €27 / person | VI, English | Duration: 11 hours Lunch: There is a Buffet Lunch in the trip Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave: This option bring you the experience in Hoa Lu ancient capital - Tam Coc boat ride through paddy field and Mua cave forhiking Shuttle bus Pickup included |
| Bai Dinh - Trang An | €29 / person | VI, English | Duration: 10 hours Lunch: There is a Buffet Lunch in the trip Bai Dinh pagoda - Trang An: This option will bring you the experience in 2 attractions: Bai Dinh Pagoda- Trang An Complex Shuttle bus Pickup included |

## What's included

- Standard bus (32 seaters) transfers with A/C 2 ways from Hanoi(p/up & d/o in Hanoi Old quarter)
- Do not tip if asked by locals (at Tam Coc/Trang An - we cannot stop them but warning to our tourist)
- The bicycle service is not suitable for children under 5 years old
- Please do not bike if you are not confident in cycling, or weigh over 80kg/175lb.
- Note: Please contact us in advance by hotline/whatsaap/zalo or email to confirm pick up information
- If customers don't bike, they can stay on the bus to come to Hoa Lu and then walk to visit
- Bike is a very small activity (30mins) on the package & just for fun & free
- English Speaking Guide
- A delicious local BUFFET lunch
- Small bottle of water in the shuttle bus transfers

## Not included

- Beverages or Drinks
- Gratitudes
- Surcharge: on the lunar New year holiday: Feb, 4,5,6,7,8,9 2027. Collected on site
- Surcharge: on the public holiday: 1/1, 30/4, 1/5, 31/12
- Entrance fee at the Hoa Lu temple: 20.000VND per person - Around 0.8USD - Optional
- Entrance fee at the Mua cave: 150.000VND per person - around 6USD - (optional)
- Entrance fee at the Tam Coc & boat trip: 250.000 VND per person - Around 10USD - (optional)
- Entrance fee at the Trang An & boat trip: 300.000 VND per person - Around 12USD - (optional)

## Itinerary

1. **Hanoi** (2h 30m) - We start the trip from Hanoi
2. **Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties** (1h 15m) - - If you choose: Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave or Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave options: Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968s and 1010s. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty If you choose: Bai Dinh...
3. **Tam Coc-Bich Dong** (1h 30m) - After having lunch this is HIGHLIGHT of the trip - If you choose Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave option: Visit Tam Coc by 1.5 hours by bamboo boat. During the boat trip, you will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy field, river, water, cloud,sky and stunning cave...
4. **Mua Caves** (1h 30m) - 15.30: Climbing up almost 500 steps of Mua cave area, you can reach to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here 17h00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi. Around 19h30-19.45: Get dropped off at Hotels in Hanoi.
5. **Hanoi** (2h) - Time to go back to Hanoi about 2,5 hours from Ninh Binh come back to Hanoi on bus.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00
- 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

We can pick up from hotels in Hanoi old quarter ( pick up time will be informed 1 day before departure) or at the meeting point Mango Hotel 118 Le Duan street at 7:30 AM . Please contact us in advance by phone/ WhatsApp/ zalo, telegram or email to confirm pick up information!

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time on the road is approximately 2,5 hours from Hanoi to Ninh Binh and 2,5 hours from Ninh Binh back to Hanoi

## Compared with other Ninh Binh Day Trips

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #6 of 121** | €27 | 10h–11h | 4.98 (761) | 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 #6 of 121 in Ninh Binh Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €9 to €531, median €56; typical length 11h. 15 of 121 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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