Hanoi: 3-Day Ninh Binh Excursion, Cuc Phuong, Tam Coc Bike
Hoa Lu, Vietnam
Discover Ninh Binh on this 3-day adventure from Hanoi. Explore Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh, Trang An, Mua Cave, hike in jungle of Cuc Phuong National Park, and enjoy an e-bike ride through Tam Coc’s countryside.
Highlights
- Explore Hoa Lu & Bai Dinh Pagoda – Discover history & Buddhist architecture.
- Trang An Boat Trip – Cruise through mountains, caves, peaceful waterways.
- Mua Cave Viewpoint – Climb 500 steps for breathtaking panoramic views
- Cuc Phuong National Park Hikking
- Tam Coc Countryside E-Bike Tour – Cycle through villages, rice fields, Bich Dong
Description
DAY 1: BAI DINH – HOA LU – TRANG AN – MUA CAVE
06:10 AM | Hanoi – Ninh Binh Transfer
Pick up from Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Ninh Binh.
08:30 AM | Meet Guide
Meet your guide and start the tour.
09:00 AM | Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Explore Vietnam’s ancient capital and visit the Dinh and Le Dynasty temples.
10:30 AM | Bai Dinh Pagoda
Discover one of Vietnam’s largest Buddhist complexes, famous for its giant Buddha statues and 500 Arhat statues.
12:30 PM | Lunch & Check-in
Enjoy local specialties and check in at Ninh Binh Footprint Homestay.
01:30 PM | Trang An Boat Trip
Enjoy a 2-hour sampan ride through limestone mountains, caves, and peaceful rivers.
03:30 PM | Mua Cave
Climb 500 steps to the summit for spectacular panoramic views of Tam Coc.
05:30 PM | Return to Homestay
Free time for dinner and relaxation. Overnight in Ninh Binh.
DAY 2: CUC PHUONG NATIONAL PARK – JUNGLE HIKE & WILDLIFE
07:30 AM | Breakfast
08:30 AM | Depart for Cuc Phuong
Meet your guide and travel to Cuc Phuong National Park.
09:30 AM | Visit Cuc Phuong National Park
Arrive and tourguide take you trekking visit National Park
11:00 AM | Ancient Human Cave
Take a short jungle hike to this fascinating prehistoric cave.
12:00 PM | Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant inside the park.
01:00 PM | 4 km Jungle Hike
Hike through the rainforest and visit the impressive Ancient Tree while discovering Cuc Phuong’s wildlife and biodiversity.
03:30 PM | Return to Entrance
04:30 PM | Homestay Drop-off
Free time for dinner and relaxation. Overnight in Ninh Binh.
DAY 3: TAM COC E-BIKE – BICH DONG – DUNDJ VALLEY – HANOI
07:30 AM | Breakfast
08:00 AM | E-Bike Tour Begins
Transfer to Tam Coc and meet your cycling guide.
08:20 AM | Thai Vi Temple
Visit the historic temple and learn about the Tran Dynasty.
09:00 AM | Bich Dong Pagoda
Cycle through the countryside and explore this beautiful mountain pagoda.
09:40 AM | Rural Village Cycling
Ride through peaceful villages, rice fields, canals, and local farms.
10:30 AM | Dundj Valley Adventure
Explore the hidden valley, enjoy a short boat trip, hike to a viewpoint, and experience local rural life.
12:00 PM | Return to Tam Coc
Easy cycling back to the office. Tour ends.
01:30 PM | Transfer to Hanoi
03:30 PM | Hanoi Drop-off
Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Trip ends.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Transportation between Hanoi and Ninh Binh
- 2 nights accommodation at Ninh Binh Footprint Homestay
- English-speaking local tour guide
- All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
- Hikking in Cuc Phuong National Park
- Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
- Visit Trang An Complix Landscape
- Visit and hike up to Mua Cave
- Trang An boat trip
- E-bike for the countryside tour
- Lunch on Day 1, Day 2
- Breakfast at the homestay
- Drinking water during the tour
Excludes
- Personal expense
- Dinner on day 1,2
Important Information
- Day 2 : Please wear long pan, long shirt and walking shoes for hiking in Cuc Phuong National Park.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
