Ninh Binh Tours & Trips
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- Escape the Urban: Ninh Binh Day Trip to Hoa Lu, Mua Cave & Trang An
- Ninh Binh Adventure: Hoa Lu, Trang An & Dancing Cave Day Tour
- Bai Dinh - Trang An Full Day Tour
- 3-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay 5 Star Cruise
- Ninh Binh Day Trip: Bai Dinh Pagoda, Trang An Boat Trip & Mua Cave
- Ninh Binh Day Trip: Hoa Lu temples, Tam Coc Boat Trip & Mua Cave
- Vietnam Northern Symphony 5 Days Hanoi, Halong Bay, and Trang An complex
- Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Trang An complex Day tour
- Essential Vietnam: Hanoi, Halong Bay and Beyond 5-Day
- Pu luong Ninh Binh the escape 3 days
Ninh Binh's treasures unfold from Hoa Lu's 10th-century Dinh and Le temples to Trang An's UNESCO-listed waterways. Local specialties await for lunch before a scenic sampan boat ride. The path leads to Ngoa Long mountain at Hang Mua Cave for views over Tam Coc's limestone landscape.
Duration 1 day Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Up Travel Vietnam From $96
11% Off- NZ$85You save $12
Trang An, Ninh Binh's UNESCO World Heritage Site and 'Skull Island' filming location, beckons visitors. A boat takes you through Sang, Toi, and Nau Ruou caves, while Hoa Lu's ancient temples tell historical tales. Mua Cave's 500 steps lead to breathtaking valley vistas.
Duration 1 day Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Up Travel Vietnam From $105
12% Off- NZ$92You save $13
Bai Dinh - Trang An Full Day Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“A great day trip! Definitely recommend!”
Christina, traveled in October
The sprawling Trang An complex in Ninh Binh spans 2000 hectares with limestone caves and crystal waters. The tour includes Vietnam's largest Buddhist temple at Bai Dinh, traditional goat specialties for lunch, and 2-3 hours on sampan boats through the karst landscape.
Duration 1 day Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh Age Range Ages 7+ Operator LVP Travel From
12% Off- NZ$105
3-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay 5 Star Cruise
83 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All the people were super nice and transport was comfortable.”
gaylen, traveled in March
Wooden boats glide through Ninh Binh's UNESCO-listed Trang An complex, followed by visits to Bai Dinh Temple Complex and Mua Caves' panoramic views. Ninh Binh Bungalow provides accommodation with traditional dinner and morning cycling through local villages.
Duration 3 days Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Hoa Lu District, Halong Bay Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Ha Long Bay Lux Cruises Tours From
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Three main attractions await in Ninh Binh: Bai Dinh Pagoda with its massive Buddha statue, UNESCO-listed Trang An's limestone caves, and Mua Cave's mountain viewpoint. Savor local cuisine at lunch while exploring Kong: Skull Island's filming locations by traditional boat.
Duration 1 day Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Old Quarter Travel From
12% Off- NZ$84
Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh's ancient capital, showcases 17th-century temples of Vietnam's first emperors. The journey continues with a Tam Coc cruise through limestone caves by bamboo boat, village cycling, and Mua Cave's 500 steps revealing spectacular Ngo Dong River panoramas.
Duration 1 day Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Old Quarter Travel From
12% Off- NZ$80
Vietnam Northern Symphony 5 Days Hanoi, Halong Bay, and Trang An complex
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The cruise was fantastic and really enjoyed the activities and food. Incredible views.”
Catherine, traveled in August
Natural splendor abounds in Ninh Binh's Trang An Complex with 31 valleys and 50 caves. The ancient Hoa Lu Capital features temples dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh. The area hosts 600 flora species and 200 fauna varieties.
Duration 5 days Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderscape Travel From
12% Off- NZ$1,220
Duration 1 day Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderscape Travel From
12% Off- NZ$80
Essential Vietnam: Hanoi, Halong Bay and Beyond 5-Day
21 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent tour! We enjoyed every day of the trip.”
Marguerite, traveled in July
Ninh Binh showcases its majesty from Bai Dinh Pagoda's massive Buddha statue to Trang An's UNESCO-listed caves. Traditional sampan boats navigate scenic waterways past limestone karsts and ancient temples. Local specialties include goat meat with elderberry.
Duration 5 days Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Halong Bay Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Legend Travel Group From $1,115
50% Off- NZ$558+$313 local paymentsYou save $558
Pu luong Ninh Binh the escape 3 days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“I highly recommend the locations and activities. This was a very active trip and definitely best if you're at least moderately active in your daily life.”
Elizabeth, traveled in January
Bikes and boats provide access to Ninh Binh's treasures, including Hoa Lu's ancient temples and Ma Yen Mountain's panoramic views. Trang An ecolodge serves as base while discovering local family customs and peaceful boat rides through limestone karsts.
Duration 3 days Destinations Hanoi, Thanh Hoa, Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Eco Travel Go Green Vietnam From
50% Off- NZ$449
What people love about Ninh Binh Tours
- Bai Dinh - Trang An Full Day Tour
A great day trip! Tour guide was very welcoming, informative and humorous. Definitely recommend!
We liked it very much. Better than we expected. We loved the guide on the first day! Super friendly and attentive. We had an incredible time on the cruise. The delicious dresser and the incredible comfort.
3-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay 5 Star Cruise
- Vietnam Northern Symphony 5 Days Hanoi, Halong Bay, and Trang An complex
Very good, Aaron was fantastic.
What our customers ask about Ninh Binh Tours & Trips
How long should I spend exploring Ninh Binh?
A visit to Ninh Binh deserves 2-3 days to see its key attractions at a comfortable pace though day trips from Hanoi are possible. A 3-day stay gives time for the essential 2.5-hour Trang An boat tour exploring Bai Dinh Pagoda (Southeast Asia's largest) hiking Mua Cave and biking through villages. As one TourRadar traveler notes: "This was such a great trip with plenty of time to explore. With my own personal guide I didn't have to worry about anything and could truly appreciate each location." Hotels like Trang An Ecolodge and La Lita Boutique Hotel & Spa provide convenient bases near main sites.
What's the best time of year to visit Ninh Binh?
Plan your visit between November and April when mild temperatures and dry conditions create good conditions for climbing Mua Cave and taking boat rides. The harvest months of September through November reveal golden rice paddies across the landscape. Skip July and August when heavy rains often disrupt boat tours. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The weather wasn't gloomy during November and the rice fields were in golden colors making it a photographer's paradise."
What are the must-visit attractions in Ninh Binh?
The key sites in Ninh Binh showcase Vietnam's natural and cultural heritage. Visitors can take boat rides through the limestone peaks and caves of the UNESCO-listed Trang An Complex. The massive Bai Dinh Pagoda complex contains 500 La Han statues and a 100-ton bronze Buddha. For sweeping views climb 500 steps up Lying Dragon Mountain to Mua Cave. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Had a wonderful time. I'd highly recommend this to anyone who wants to see the rural landscape and countryside."
What are some unique local experiences in Ninh Binh?
Beyond the major attractions bike through village roads visit the bustling Tam Coc Market join cooking classes featuring regional dishes like goat meat and com chay (burned rice). Nature enthusiasts can spot over 40 bird species at Thung Nham Bird Valley. One TourRadar traveler reported: "Cycling around the village was a highlight - we got to see local life rice fields water buffalo and interact with friendly villagers."
Are the boat tours in Ninh Binh worth it?
The boat tours provide essential views of the region's dramatic limestone landscape and access to hidden caves. Choose between two main routes: Trang An offers more caves and longer rides (2.5-3 hours) while Tam Coc features rice field views on shorter trips (1.5-2 hours). As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The boat trip in Trang An was incredible - the locals rowing with their feet through caves and emerging into hidden valleys was a highlight of our Vietnam trip."