Hanoi and nearby
Ninh Binh
Rice fields between limestone towers, the old capital of Hoa Lu and rowing boats through the caves of Trang An.
- Province
- Ninh Binh province
- Getting there
- About 2 hours south of Hanoi by road
- Trips here
- 7 trips

Start here Bich Dong, Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave
Ninh Binh in a day: the old capital, a sampan through the caves and the Mua Cave viewpoint.
Best for seeing the best of it in one day
Ninh Binh by E-Bike: Tam Coc, Thai Vi, Bich Dong & Dundj Valley
Half a day on an electric bike through the village lanes of Tam Coc.
Best for already staying in Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh Sunset by Motorbike: Mua Cave & the Hoa Lu Night Street
Back roads through the paddies, sunset from Mua Cave, then the lantern-lit night street.
Best for the golden hour
Lantern signature Ninh Binh Heritage
Hoa Lu, Trang An and the old villages beyond the day-tour loop.
Best for slow travellers
Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Cave From Hanoi - 1 Day
Experience the perfect blend of spiritual grandeur and spectacular natural landscapes on this premium luxury excursion from Hanoi.
Hoa Lu - Tam Coc/ Trang An From Hanoi - 1 Day
Explore the best of Ninh Binh in one day.
Hoa Lu - Tam Coc/ Trang An - Mua Cave From Hanoi - 1 Day
Discover the "Ha Long Bay on Land" with this comprehensive daily excursion from Hanoi, blending historical exploration with breathtaking natural landscapes.
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