Experience the highlights of Ninh Binh in a unique way with this 1-day adventure from Hanoi. Begin your journey by choosing between a visit to the historic Hoa Lu Ancient Capital or the grand Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia. After a delicious lunch, embark on a cycling trip through scenic countryside to Bich Dong Pagoda and Thung Nham Bird Valley, a hidden ecological paradise. Glide through caves by boat and witness flocks of rare birds returning home at sunset. This tour offers a perfect mix of spiritual exploration, nature, and gentle adventure.
Bai Dinh or Hoa Lu – Thung Nham Bird Valley – Bich Dong – Ninh Binh 1 Day Tour from Hanoi
07:00 – 07:45
Your journey begins as our guide meets you at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter. You will depart for Ninh Binh on a comfortable 110-kilometer drive through the peaceful Vietnamese countryside. A short stop will be made along the way for rest
10:30 – Explore One of Two Cultural Landmarks in Ninh Binh
Option 1 – Bai Dinh Pagoda
Visit the largest Buddhist complex in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. Admire over 500 stone statues of Arhats lined along the walkways, giant bronze bells weighing 27 and 36 tons, and spiritual statues including the thousand-armed Quan Yin and the serene Gautama Buddha. Bai Dinh is set against a majestic mountain backdrop, offering panoramic views over the valley below
Option 2 – Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Step back in time at Hoa Lu, the ancient royal capital of Vietnam in the 10th century. Explore the temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, showcasing traditional Vietnamese architecture and historical significance from the early dynastic period
12:00 – Enjoy a Vietnamese Buffet Lunch
You will be served a hearty buffet lunch at a local restaurant with a selection of regional specialties. Vegetarian options are available upon request, allowing everyone to enjoy the rich flavors of northern Vietnamese cuisine
13:00 – Scenic Countryside Cycling and Thung Nham Bird Valley Boat Tour
After lunch, start a scenic cycling journey through quiet village roads to Bich Dong Pagoda, a spiritual site nestled into the limestone cliffs. Continue riding through lush rice paddies and karst mountains to Thung Nham Bird Valley. Board a wooden boat and cruise through the serene Fairy Cave, entering the valley surrounded by nature. In the late afternoon, observe flocks of birds such as storks, herons, and pelicans flying home to roost in the trees – a peaceful and rare spectacle for nature lovers and photographers
16:30 – Return Journey to Hanoi
After a day full of cultural exploration and natural beauty, relax on the return trip to Hanoi aboard a modern bus
18:30 – 19:00 – Drop-off at your hotel
You will be dropped off safely at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Tour concludes
INCLUSIONS
- Pick-up from hotel/ accommodation in the Old Quarter of Hanoi by Bus or Limousine bus
- A fully escorted tour with professional, English-speaking guide, 2 bottles of water per person
- Buffet lunch at local restaurant with Tamcoc panorama view
- All entrance fees indicated in our itinerary.
- Cycling tour
EXCLUSIONS
- Beverages & travel insurance, Tips for tour guide and personal expenses
- Electric car at Bai Dinh Pagoda 150.000 VND
- Limousine Bus (19 seats) plus 100.000 VND/pax
- Children from 4 to 8 years old charge 75%. From 9 years old up charge 100%, The children under 4 years old free (exclusion entrance ticket, meal and bus seat)
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Children Price
- Free of charge for babies (0 – 4 years old)
- Children from 4 to 8 years old: 75% of adult rate
- Child from 9 years must pay the full adult rate
Cancellation by Customer
- More than 15 days before arrival: Free of charge.
- Within 7 days to 15 days before arrival: 30% of total tour price.
- Within 3 days to 7 days before starting time: 50% of total tour price.
- Within 72 hours before starting time: 100% of total tour price.
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