Ninh Binh 1 Day Jeep Tour: Temples, Villages & Mua Cave Viewpoint

07:00 – 07:40- Morning Departure from Hanoi

Our friendly guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Begin a 110-kilometer journey by modern bus through the scenic Vietnamese countryside. Along the way, enjoy views of rice fields and peaceful rural villages. A short rest stop will be made to stretch and refresh before continuing to Ninh Binh

Choose One of Two Morning Cultural Experiences

Option 1 – Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda

Arrive at the largest Buddhist temple complex in Southeast Asia. Nestled at the foot of Dinh Mountain, Bai Dinh Pagoda offers a serene and spiritual atmosphere surrounded by towering limestone landscapes. Highlights include:

• Over 500 intricately carved Arhat statues
• Giant bronze bells weighing 27 and 36 tons
• Majestic statues of Quan Yin and Gautama Buddha
• Peaceful courtyards and panoramic mountain views

Option 2 – Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Step back into the 10th century as you explore Vietnam’s first imperial capital. Hoa Lu is home to the temples of King Dinh and King Le, offering insights into the country’s early dynastic history and traditional Vietnamese architecture. Wander the temple grounds and listen to stories about the era when Hoa Lu served as the heart of the Vietnamese kingdom

12:00- Traditional Vietnamese Lunch

Stop at a local restaurant and enjoy a flavorful Vietnamese buffet featuring regional specialties from Ninh Binh. Vegetarian options are available upon request, ensuring a satisfying meal for every traveler

13:30- Open-Air Jeep Adventure through the Countryside

After lunch, begin your 2-hour open-air Jeep tour through the peaceful countryside of Ninh Binh. The Jeep takes you off-the-beaten-path to places inaccessible by standard vehicles, offering an authentic and immersive local experience. Key highlights of this journey include:

• Coi Khe Village – Ride through narrow alleys lined with traditional Vietnamese houses
• Bich Dong Pagoda – A cave pagoda built into a limestone mountain, set amidst a poetic landscape of rice paddies and lotus ponds
• Thai Vi Temple – A peaceful temple surrounded by vast rice fields and karst formations

Note: The tour guide will not accompany guests on the Jeep ride to ensure a private and personal experience

15:30 – Mua Cave and Ngoa Long Mountain Trek

Arrive at Mua Cave and start your short but rewarding trek up 500 stone steps to the summit of Ngoa Long Mountain. From the top, you will be rewarded with a stunning 360-degree view over Tam Coc’s lush rice valley, winding rivers, and dramatic limestone peaks. This is one of the most iconic viewpoints in Northern Vietnam and a must-see for photographers and nature lovers

16:30- Return to Hanoi

After the climb, relax as you board the comfortable bus back to Hanoi. Enjoy the peaceful countryside once again on the return drive

18:30 – 19:00 – Comback Hanoi Old Quarter 

You will be dropped off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Your tour ends with wonderful memories of Ninh Binh’s cultural and natural wonders

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.