8:30 AM | Hotel Pickup & Departure
Start your day with a convenient hotel pickup. Meet your friendly English-speaking tour guide and board a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
9:00 AM | Discover Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Step back in time as you explore Hoa Lu, Vietnam's first capital, which served as the political and economic centre of the country during the Dinh and Early Le dynasties in the 10th and 11th centuries.
Visit the historic temples dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh. Admire the traditional architecture, learn about Vietnam's fascinating royal history, and discover the stories behind the country's early kings and ancient capital.
10:30 AM | Explore Bai Dinh Pagoda Complex
Continue to Bai Dinh Pagoda, one of the largest Buddhist temple complexes in Southeast Asia, nestled among the spectacular limestone mountains of Ninh Binh.
Discover the impressive Buddhist architecture and spiritual atmosphere as you explore the complex's highlights, including:
500 Arhat statues lining the temple corridors.
Two enormous bronze bells weighing 27 and 36 tonnes.
The magnificent Quan Am (Goddess of Mercy) statue with thousands of arms and eyes.
The impressive Gautama Buddha statue.
Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about Buddhism, Vietnamese culture, and the history of this remarkable spiritual destination.
12:30 PM | Enjoy a Traditional Vietnamese Lunch
Take a relaxing break at a local restaurant and enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch featuring regional specialities from Ninh Binh.
Vegetarian options are available upon request.
1:30 PM | Discover Trang An by Traditional Sampan Boat
After lunch, head to Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its dramatic limestone mountains, peaceful waterways, and spectacular cave systems.
Board a traditional sampan boat rowed by a local boatwoman or boatman and enjoy an unforgettable journey of approximately 2.5 hours through this breathtaking natural landscape.
Along the way, you will:
Glide along peaceful rivers surrounded by towering limestone cliffs.
Pass through spectacular natural caves
Experience why Trang An is often described as “Ha Long Bay on Land.”
4:00 PM | Conquer Mua Cave & Enjoy Panoramic Views
Continue to Mua Cave (Hang Mua), one of the most famous viewpoints in Ninh Binh.
Challenge yourself with a climb of approximately 500 stone steps to the summit of Ngoa Long Mountain (Lying Dragon Mountain).
At the top, reward yourself with breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Tam Coc, winding rivers, golden rice fields (depending on the season), and spectacular limestone karsts.
5:30 PM | Return to Your Accommodation Drop-off & End of Tour
After a wonderful day exploring Ninh Binh, relax in the comfortable vehicle as your driver takes you back to your accommodation.
Say goodbye to your guide and fellow travellers after a memorable day discovering the history, culture, spirituality, and natural beauty of Ninh Binh.
