Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

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Ninh Binh Day Tour From Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave
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Ninh Binh Day Tour From Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave

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From Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu, Bai Dinh, Trang An, Mua Cave Day Tour
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Best of Ninh Binh Day Tour: Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc, Hang Mua
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Best of Ninh Binh Day Tour: Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc, Hang Mua

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Ninh Binh Day Tour from Ha Noi
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Ninh Binh Day Tour from Ha Noi

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Custom Private Tour: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh, Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc, Hang Mua with Vietnamese or English Speaking Driver
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Hoa Lu, Tam Coc/Trang An, and Mua Cave Day Tour from Hanoi
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Hoa Lu, Tam Coc/Trang An, and Mua Cave Day Tour from Hanoi

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Ninh Binh Off-Road Jeep Adventures
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Ninh Binh Off-Road Jeep Adventures

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Explore Ninh Binh's Best: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave
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Explore Ninh Binh's Best: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave

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Ninh Binh Day Tour from Ha Noi: Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc, Hang Mua
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Ninh Binh Day Tour from Ha Noi: Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc, Hang Mua

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Ninh Binh Day Tour from Ha Noi: Hoa Lu, Trang An and Hang Mua Cave
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Ninh Binh Day Tour from Ha Noi: Hoa Lu, Trang An and Hang Mua Cave

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Ninh Binh Deluxe Small Group Day Tour from Hanoi by Limousine D-Car
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Ninh Binh Deluxe Small Group Day Tour from Hanoi by Limousine D-Car

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Trang An - Hoa Lu Day Tour (Japanese) | Mua Cave - River Cruise
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Trang An - Hoa Lu Day Tour (Japanese) | Mua Cave - River Cruise

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Where to stay in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Ninh Binh Mountain View Homestay
Hotels • Gia Vien

Ninh Binh Mountain View Homestay

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Hang Mua Bamboo Homestay
Hotels • Hoa Lu

Hang Mua Bamboo Homestay

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Trang An Harmony Hotel
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Trang An Harmony Hotel

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Fairy Mountain Retreat
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Fairy Mountain Retreat

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Sierra Homestay
Hotels • Hoa Lu

Sierra Homestay

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Hoang Hai Anh Hotel
Hotels • Hoa Lu

Hoang Hai Anh Hotel

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Trang An Spring Garden Homestay
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Trang An Spring Garden Homestay

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The Greenary Garden
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The Greenary Garden

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Cao Thach Homestay
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Cao Thach Homestay

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Trang An Lamia Bungalow
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Trang An Lamia Bungalow

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Lalita Tam Coc Resort & Spa
Hotels • Hoa Lu

Lalita Tam Coc Resort & Spa

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Hidden Valley Eco Retreat Trang An
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Hidden Valley Eco Retreat Trang An

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Transport to & from Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Shared Minibus to Trang An, Bai Dinh, Tam Coc, Ninh Binh from Ha Noi & Vice Versa
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Shared Minibus to Trang An, Bai Dinh, Tam Coc, Ninh Binh from Ha Noi & Vice Versa

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Hanoi - Ninh Binh/ Tam Coc/Trang An/ Bai Dinh Minivan by Duy Khang Limousine
Buses • Hanoi (From Hanoi, Ninh Binh)

Hanoi - Ninh Binh/ Tam Coc/Trang An/ Bai Dinh Minivan by Duy Khang Limousine

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Ninh Binh/Tam Coc/Trang An - Ha Long Limousine by Duy Khang
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Ninh Binh/Tam Coc/Trang An - Ha Long Limousine by Duy Khang

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Ninh Binh Private transfer from/to many cities Hanoi/ Sapa/ Halong/
Car charters • Hoa Lu (From Ninh Binh)

Ninh Binh Private transfer from/to many cities Hanoi/ Sapa/ Halong/

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Real Scenery Show: The Emperor Of The Reeds Ticket in Ninh Binh
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Real Scenery Show: The Emperor Of The Reeds Ticket in Ninh Binh

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Hoa Lu Ancient Capital Reviews

Klook User
2026-10-12 00:50:23
Fantastic 5.0
I had an amazing experience on the Ninh Binh day tour! The scenery was absolutely stunning, and the boat ride was such a beautiful and peaceful experience. Our tour guide was friendly and helpful, and everything was well organized. I really enjoyed exploring Ninh Binh and seeing its natural beauty. It was definitely one of the highlights of my trip to Vietnam. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Ninh Binh! 😊
Klook User
2026-09-24 10:34:46
Fantastic 5.0
Miss Lan is a wonderful person, great tour guide and even greater photographer. She answered all pur questions, explained everything on the tour and was always smiling. We covered all major attractions in Ninh Binh in one day and it was very comfortable. Definitely recommend the tour and Lan!
Klook User
2026-10-11 14:54:48
Fantastic 5.0
Great day trip to Ninh Binh! Our guide, Khoi, was awesome and very funny. Loads of activities packed in to the day, beautiful views, lots of sightseeing and a great transfer service in a comfortable bus. Would recommend!
Cheng *********
2026-08-08 05:13:17
Fantastic 5.0
This activity is well worth exploring. It started promptly, and the drive was about two hours, with a stop halfway for restrooms and food. I recommend eating breakfast before departing. The first stop was Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, where we had about 50 minutes. Remember to bring a fan and an umbrella, as it can suddenly rain heavily in Vietnam! The second stop was for lunch, which was a buffet. The food was decent; don't expect too much, it's just a buffet to fill your stomach. After lunch, our guide took us cycling. If you prefer not to cycle, you can relax at the restaurant. After lunch, we went for a boat ride. There are two locations, Trang An and Tam Coc, and we were assigned to Tam Coc. The entire experience was enjoyable. Remember to bring an umbrella. During the ride, they will try to sell you handmade paintings, but we politely declined. After getting off the boat, the boatman will ask for a tip. The third stop was Mua Caves for hiking. Since the stairs were quite wet after the rain, and we were too tired, we decided not to climb for safety reasons. We sat at the restaurant below and took some photos. I must commend our guide, Ryan; his explanations were humorous, very clear (10/10), and helpful!
Klook User
2026-10-08 13:58:49
Fantastic 5.0
Definitely the highlight of my Vietnam trip! Rose coordinated the pick-up perfectly, the driver was great and the bus was very comfortable. Our guide Truong is one of the best I've had in all my travels, so engaging and knowledgeable. Lucky with the weather too! Loved every bit of it. Thank you!
Klook User
2026-10-12 09:14:11
Fantastic 5.0
I had a really good experience on this day tour. We visited Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc and Hang Mua, and all the places were beautiful and worth visiting. The tour was well organised, and the guide was good and helpful throughout the trip. As an Indian travelling solo, I was happy to find that they also provided Indian vegetarian food just don't compare it with the food you find in India. It was nice to have a vegetarian option available while travelling. Overall, it was a great experience, and I enjoyed the entire tour. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Ninh Binh!
Paola *******
2026-09-03 01:58:33
Fantastic 5.0
great experience with one minor hiccup. let me start with whats great, i love the bus driver he was kind and also attentive to the tourists cause my sister mistakenly boarded the wrong bus but he saw her and called out to her. another is that he is such a great driver that i can fall asleep and trust that we are safe. for the guide, martin is kind and helped my sister wash her wound as she fell off the bike. MY CONCERN is that theres not enough medical supply in case of emergency and why are the bikes provided with breaks that do not work? but i must say, all in all it was a very great experience and its really good for the value of your money.
Klook User
2026-09-30 13:39:07
Fantastic 5.0
I enjoyed the trip. We are lucky to have a good weather, it’s hot though. I suggest to bring extra clothes if you are planning to do all the activities. Overall, I like the itinerary because it provides us enough time to appreciate each location and activity. Also, going up the Mua Cave is the perfect way to end the trip. Luca, our guide, is very good. He is entertaining and provides good information about the location. I am able to sleep on the bus thanks to our driver’s smooth driving. Overall, this is a very good trip and I enjoyed it a lot.
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2026-08-05 15:51:19
Fantastic 5.0
Our tour guide, Mr. Hong, was excellent. He was entertaining, managed our time well, and even took photos for us at each stop. The other tour participants were also wonderful, and I enjoyed chatting with them during lunch and while walking. The goat meat for lunch was surprisingly delicious, and I ate it all. The lunch portion was generous, and for dessert, we were given sweet bananas, which were also tasty! The river cruise in Trang An showed a change in the river's color from the beginning to the deeper parts. Although our August tour was hot, the lotus flowers were blooming beautifully, and I'm glad we went.

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Immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural significance of Hoa Lư Ancient Capital, the former capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1009. Nestled in the picturesque Trường Yên Thượng village in Ninh Bình Province, Hoa Lư boasts a unique landscape of rice fields dotted with limestone mountains, just 90 km south of Hanoi. Explore the ancient citadel that once served as the economic, political, and cultural heart of Đại Cồ Việt, an independent Vietnamese polity founded by local warlord Đinh Bộ Lĩnh.
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam

Remarkable Landmarks and Must-Visit Sights

Đinh Tiên Hoàng Temple

Visit the temple dedicated to Đinh Tiên Hoàng, the first emperor of Vietnam, constructed to honor his legacy and contributions to the country's history.

Lê Đại Hành Temple

Explore the temple of Lê Đại Hành, located near Đinh Tiên Hoàng Temple, showcasing the rich history and architectural beauty of the Lê dynasty.

Nhật Trụ Pagoda

Discover the First Column Pagoda, ordered by Emperor Lê Đại Hành, housing artifacts from the 10th and 11th centuries and featuring a prominent stone pillar in the temple courtyard.

Culture and History

Experience the cultural and historical significance of Hoa Lư, the native land of the first two imperial dynasties of Vietnam, the Đinh and Early Lê dynasties. Explore temples honoring emperors, queens, and historical figures, and witness the architectural remnants of the ancient citadel.

Local Cuisine

Indulge in popular local dishes in Hoa Lư, known for its unique flavors and must-try foods. Sample traditional Vietnamese cuisine and immerse yourself in the local culinary delights.

History and Highlights

Discover the first capital of Vietnam with its historical landmarks, including the Royal Court, temples, and relics that date back to the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties.