Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave 1 Day Tour from Hanoi Old Quarter | Best Ninh Binh Experience

The Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave 1 Day Tour is one of the most popular day trips from Hanoi, offering a perfect combination of culture, nature, and adventure. With convenient hotel pick-up in Hanoi Old Quarter, this tour is ideal for travelers who want to explore ancient temples, scenic boat rides, peaceful countryside, and the stunning viewpoint of Mua Cave—all in a single day.

⭐ Why Choose the Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave 1 Day Tour?

🚐 Pick-up & drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter

🛶 Peaceful rowing boat trip in Tam Coc

🏞 Climb Mua Cave for a breathtaking viewpoint

🏯 Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – temples of King Dinh & Le

🍽 Buffet lunch with local specialties (including goat meat & cơm cháy)

👨‍🏫 English-speaking guide

💰 Best value day tour in Ninh Binh

Perfect for couples, families, and small groups.

📍 Full Itinerary – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Mua Cave 1 Day Tour
07:30 – 08:30: Pick-Up from Hanoi Old Quarter

Your guide and limousine/minivan will pick you up directly at your hotel.
Departure from Hanoi to Ninh Binh via the modern expressway (1.5 – 2 hours).

10:00: Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Discover Vietnam’s former capital (10th century) and visit:

Temple of King Dinh

Temple of King Le

Your guide will share stories about Vietnam’s early dynasties and ancient architecture.

11:30: Enjoy Buffet Lunch

Taste a variety of dishes, including:

Goat meat (Ninh Binh specialty)

Crispy rice (Cơm Cháy)

Fried spring rolls

Chicken, pork, vegetables, rice, noodles
Vegetarian options are available on request.

13:00: Tam Coc Rowing Boat Trip

Enjoy a peaceful 1.5–2 hour boat ride along Tam Coc, known as:
“Halong Bay on Land.”

Highlights:

Limestone mountains

Golden rice fields (seasonal)

Clear rivers

Caves: Hang Ca, Hang Hai, Hang Ba

This is one of the most beautiful and relaxing experiences in Ninh Binh.

15:00: Hike to Mua Cave (Lying Dragon Mountain)

Climb 500 stone steps to reach the top of Mua Cave for the best panoramic view of:

Tam Coc Valley

Rice fields

River landscape

This is the most famous viewpoint in Ninh Binh—perfect for photos.

16:30: Depart Back to Hanoi

Relax on the limousine ride back.

18:30 – 19:00: Drop-Off at Hanoi Old Quarter

End the tour with unforgettable memories.

💰 What’s Included

Pick-up & drop-off at Hanoi Old Quarter

Limousine/minivan transportation

English-speaking guide

Buffet lunch

Tam Coc boat trip

Entrance fees

Mua Cave entrance ticket

Bottled water

Travel insurance