Bai Dinh Pagoda – Trang An Boat Ride – Mua Cave Viewpoint | Private Day Trip from Hanoi

Tour overview

Discover the spiritual depth and breathtaking landscapes of Ninh Binh on this private journey from Hanoi.
From the sacred halls of Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia, to the tranquil waterways of Trang An, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs, every moment reveals a different side of Vietnam’s natural and cultural heritage.
The tour concludes with a rewarding climb to Mua Cave Viewpoint, offering one of the most iconic panoramas in the region – a perfect ending to a day of exploration.

Tour Prices (USD Per Person)

Group Size	Price Per Person (USD)
2 pax	$105
3–4 pax	$95
5–6 pax	$85
7–8 pax	$75

Solo traveler price available on request.

Children Policy

Under 4 years old: Free of charge
From 4 to 8 years old: 75% of adult price
From 9 years old: Adult price

What to Bring

Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
Light jacket or raincoat (during rainy season)
Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees when visiting pagodas
Camera or phone with full battery

Included

Private round-trip transfer by air-conditioned private car
English-speaking tour guide
All entrance fees (Bai Dinh, Mua Cave)
Sampan boat trip in Trang An
Vietnamese lunch at local restaurant
Bottled water during the trip

Not Included

Personal expenses (drinks during lunch, shopping, etc.)
Travel insurance
Tips for guide and driver (optional)
Other services not mentioned in the itinerary

07:30 AM

Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by private car. Depart for Ninh Binh via the Expressway. A 20-minute stop will be made en route for coffee or restroom.

10:00 – 11:30 AM

Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda Complex, the largest Buddhist site in Southeast Asia. Walk through the 500-Arhat corridor, admire massive bronze Buddha statues and view the 13-storey Stupa overlooking the limestone mountains.

11:30 – 12:00 PM

Transfer to a local restaurant.

12:00 – 01:00 PM

Enjoy a Vietnamese set menu lunch at a local restaurant (vegetarian and special dietary options available upon request).

01:00 – 03:00 PM

Board a traditional sampan for a 2-hour boat ride in Trang An. Cruise through a network of limestone caves, river passages and ancient temples. (Route may vary depending on local arrangement and weather conditions.)

03:00 – 03:30 PM

Transfer to Mua Cave (Hang Mua).

03:30 – 05:00 PM

Explore Mua Cave & Dragon Mountain Viewpoint. Walk through scenic lotus ponds, then climb 486 stone steps for a breathtaking panoramic view over Tam Coc valley and Ngo Dong River.