About this trip
A single day out of the city to Ninh Binh, covering the old capital, a river through limestone karst, and a viewpoint worth the climb. You travel by limousine bus, so the transfers are comfortable rather than an ordeal.
The day mixes temple visits at Hoa Lu with a boat ride through Tam Coc's caves and paddy fields, then a climb up to Mua Cave for the view over the valley. There's an optional cycling stretch if you'd rather move under your own steam for part of the day.
It's an easy, family-friendly pace suited to travellers short on time who still want to see the region's main sights in one go.
What you'll do
- Explore the ancient temples of Hoa Lu, Vietnam's former capital
- Take a boat ride along the river at Tam Coc, through karst caves
- Climb to the Mua Cave viewpoint over the valley
- Optional cycling route through the countryside
- Travel by limousine bus for the day's transfers
- A full day trip rather than an overnight stay
- Easy pace, suitable for families
- Involves some walking and a climb at Mua Cave
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Hanoi · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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