Limited on time but still want to experience Ninh Binh? This 1-day express tour takes you from Hanoi to one of northern Vietnam’s most scenic countryside areas, with Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Bich Dong Pagoda, cycling through Tam Coc Village, lunch, a two-hour boat ride through the Tam Coc grottoes, and a return to Hanoi in the evening.
View Itinerary Book This TourThis Ninh Binh Express tour is designed for travelers who want to see one of northern Vietnam’s most beautiful countryside destinations in a single day. Travel by private car from Hanoi, visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, climb up to Bich Dong Pagoda, cycle around Tam Coc Village, enjoy lunch, and take a boat ride through the famous Tam Coc grottoes.
Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh and back in one day with private car transfer.
Visit the ancient capital connected to the Dinh and Le dynasties.
Explore a mountain pagoda known for beautiful views and a peaceful setting.
Ride through the village and enjoy the slower rhythm of Ninh Binh countryside.
Take a two-hour boat ride through the famous Tam Coc grottoes and limestone scenery.
See key Ninh Binh highlights and return to your hotel in Hanoi in the evening.
Follow the route from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Bich Dong Pagoda, Tam Coc, and back to Hanoi.
Our private car will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi at 8 AM and drive you to Ninh Binh (2.5 hours). On arrival, we’ll go to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of the Dinh and Le dynasties. We’ll then visit the Bich Dong Pagoda, located on top of a mountain with stunning views.
After this, we’ll jump on a bicycle to explore Tam Coc Village. After lunch, you’ll take a two-hour boat ride through the famous Tam Coc grottoes, taking in the beautiful scenery.
We’ll then drive back to your hotel in Hanoi, arriving at about 7 PM and ending this Ninh Binh Express tour.
The itinerary is subject to change or cancellation due to weather conditions.
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Well what can I say about my Ha Chiang loop trip I did with Yesd. They were excellent from start to finish. As a 54 year old man I did the loop solo with my driver Chinh as I wanted to avoid the happy water and karaoke aspect. Chinh understood this perfectly and took me on a fabulous trip. We took local routes when he could, avoiding some of main routes. He kept ahead of the ‘Mongolian army’ as he called the throngs of other loopers and often arrived at view points before they arrived …
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An amazing experience! Incredible guides! You almost feel privileged compared to other groups. The accommodation is top-notch; the house, the welcome, the meals—everything is perfect. The mountain trek is magical, the motorbike trek is insane, incredible views the whole time, and super enriching stories. Thank you again to the entire YESD Travel team; they are truly wonderful people.
Practical answers to help you understand timing, transport, main stops, cycling, the Tam Coc boat ride, and whether this one-day Ninh Binh tour is the right fit for your Vietnam itinerary.
This is a full-day tour from Hanoi to Ninh Binh and back, ending at your hotel in Hanoi at about 7 PM.
The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Hanoi at 8 AM by private car.
The drive from Hanoi to Ninh Binh takes about 2.5 hours.
The itinerary includes Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Bich Dong Pagoda, Tam Coc Village, and a boat ride through the Tam Coc grottoes.
Yes. The itinerary includes cycling around Tam Coc Village.
The Tam Coc boat ride lasts about two hours and takes you through the famous grottoes and limestone scenery.
Meals mentioned in the itinerary are included, including lunch during the tour.
Yes. This tour is designed for travelers who want to see Ninh Binh’s key highlights in one day from Hanoi.
Yes. The itinerary may change or be cancelled due to weather conditions.