Bai Dinh - Trang An - Mua Caves Standard Day Tour From Hanoi
Morning:
7:00 - 7:30: Get picked up by our friendly guide then depart for Ninh Binh province.
9:15: Take a short 15 - 20 minutes break to relax.
10:30: Arrive at Bai Dinh Pagoda - Explore the largest Buddhist complex in Viet Nam. Visit the Great Buddha Hall, Bell Tower and admire hundreds of Buddha statues lining the corridors.
Lunch:
Lunch at local restaurant - goat meat, fried rice & vegetarian options available.
Afternoon:
13:30: Boat trip in Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex - Hop on a sampan boat and journey through a series of stunning caves and limestone karsts. Visit sacred temples nestled along the peaceful waterways. (2 hours)
15:30: Bus to Mua Caves (Hang Múa). Hike 500 steps up Lying Dragon Mountain for Tam Coc views.
16:30: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.
19:00 - 19:30: Arrive in Hanoi and end of the tour. See you again on the next journey!
Note: The order of the visited sites may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather, or the availability of space at the attractions, but all destinations will be included.
Escape the hustle of Hanoi on a full-day journey to Ninh Binh, where culture, nature, and adventure await. Begin at Bai Dinh Pagoda, a majestic spiritual complex with towering Buddha statues and peaceful courtyards. Next, explore the Trang An Scenic Landscape by sampan boat, drifting through emerald rivers, limestone caves, and hidden temples in a UNESCO-listed area. End your day with a hike up Mua Cave (Hang Múa). Climb over 400 steps to a stunning 360-degree view of Tam Coc’s rice fields and dramatic karst mountains — a perfect photo opportunity. This tour offers a balanced mix of spiritual sites, natural beauty, and light adventure, making it a memorable getaway from the city.
Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda – one of Vietnam’s most impressive pagoda complexes, renowned for its grand architecture and spiritual significance
Bai Dinh Pagoda is unique and solemn, blending traditional materials with modern techniques
Admire the largest bronze Buddha statue in the country along with the impressive statues of the Arhats (La Hán)
Enjoy a traditional Ninh Binh lunch at a local restaurant
Trang An Eco – a rich ecosystem and heritage site with majestic mountains, caves, and historic landmarks
Boat ride through Trang An – A UNESCO World Heritage Site with emerald rivers and stunning cave systems
Take a scenic boat cruise through famous caves: Sang (Bright) Cave, Toi (Dark) Cave, and Sinh Cave
Mua Caves features a unique stone staircase with 500 winding steps for an adventurous climb
