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Ninh Binh Nature and History Tour from Hanoi: Hoa Lu and Trang An
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PICK-UP INFORMATION :
1. Hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter
We offer hotel pick-up within the Old Quarter.
( Due to traffic restrictions on some streets between 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM (from 1 March 2025), you may be asked to walk 1–3 minutes to a nearby meeting point. )
Pick-up time: 7:00 AM – 7:40 AM (depending on traffic)
2. Hotels outside Hanoi Old Quarter (Last pick-up)
Please come to:
120 Le Duan Street (Hanoi Railway Station)
Pick-up time: 7:30 AM – 7:50 AM
Please be ready at 7:30 AM.
✅ Morning traffic in Hanoi can be busy, so we recommend leaving a bit early to ensure you arrive on time 7:30 AM.
NINH BINH TOUR :
09h15: Have a short break for relaxing & rest room at a stop-over about 15 - 20 minutes.
10h00- 10h30: Arrive at Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century, visit the King temples. Under the introduction of our local guide, you will get to know more about the Vietnamese history.
Relax before lunch:
- A short bike ride with tour guide : Get on a bike and start cycling to explore the beautiful scenery and limestone mountains with a unique route (optional and free of charge)
- If you don't wish to cycle, feel free to explore the village on foot or rest at a local restaurant.
12h00: Enjoy Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant – goat meat dishes is the local specialty
( Vegetarian foods are avaiable )
13h30: Arrive Trang An and spend about 1h40 - 2 hours exploring Trang An– the core of natural heritage in a Sampan boat (4 people per boat), rowed by a local people. Explore the amazing cave tunnel system and passing through sacred temples associated with legends in the history of Trang An.
Get back to the Bus then leave for Mua Cave. Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
RETURN :
Leave Ninh Binh and drive back to Hanoi.
Around 7:15 PM – 7:45 Arrive in Hanoi (depending on traffic).
“If you have an early bus, train, or flight after the tour, please bring your luggage with you during the trip.”
Drop you back to your hotel . Trip ends.
Note :
✅ The itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather conditions or crowd levels at the attractions to ensure a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.
✅ Cycling is an optional and relaxing activity. If you choose to join, please make sure you are able to ride a bicycle, select one that is suitable, and stay with the group at all times. The tour guide will accompany you—please save their phone number in case you need assistance.
✅ We will reconfirm your booking via email or WhatsApp to ensure all services are correct and to avoid any mistakes. Detailed pick-up information will also be provided. Please check and confirm one day before the tour.
✅ Travelling with friends? If you have booked separately but would like to be in the same group, please inform us as soon as possible after booking so we can arrange it. Late requests may not be guaranteed.
Please Note
- Know before you goWear light, breathable clothing—summer can be very hot.
- Bring an extra outfit in case of sudden rain.
- Pickup confirmation:
- + Pickup area: Free in Hanoi Old Quarter.
- Due to the ban on buses picking up passengers on some streets between 6:30 am and 8:30 am from 1 March 2025, we may need you to come to one of our meeting points depending on your location to wait for us.
- Walking time is normally about 1 - 3 minutes.
- + Meeting point (If your Hotel is outside the Old Quarter):
- In front of Hanoi Opera House
- 120 Le Duan Street (Hanoi Railway Station).
- Please arrive on time — the bus cannot wait.
- Child fares: Kids 3–7 yrs & >1.3 m pay adult price; under 3 yrs travel free when sharing an adult’s seat (entrance fees may apply if >1 m).
- Note: Route or timing can change without notice due to weather, traffic, or the city’s 6:30–8:30 AM bus pick-up restrictions.
- Weekends are more crowded with tourists than on weekdays.
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable booking


