Ninh Binh Day Tour from Ha Noi

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 Without a doubt, this was one of the highlights of our Vietnam trip. The itinerary was packed with amazing scenery and cultural attractions, yet the day never felt rushed. Trang An was absolutely stunning. The boat ride through limestone mountains, caves, and rivers felt like traveling through a real-life movie set. The peaceful surroundings and natural beauty made it one of the most memorable experiences of our trip. Mua Cave offered breathtaking panoramic views after the climb. The stairs can be challenging, especially in warm weather, but the view from the top is 100% worth the effort The limousine bus was comfortable, pickup was punctual, and the guide was helpful throughout the day. Everything was organized efficiently, making the experience stress-free If you’re visiting Hanoi, I strongly recommend setting aside a day for Ninh Binh. The scenery is incredible and completely different from the city experience

Overall, it was a very fun and friendly tour. Our tour guide, Lily, was kind and very knowledgeable about history, explaining many things about the old capital. It was a great opportunity to learn a lot about Vietnamese history. Tam Coc was a bit hot because we had to be on a boat for over an hour in the scorching sun, but it was still very enjoyable. All the staff at Cozy Vietnam are friendly. Our tour guide, Lily, was so kind that she even sent a picture of herself and her location when she arrived for pickup. The tour members (on a 22-person bus) were also all nice and cooperative, which allowed us to complete every part of the itinerary without any delays. The driver also drove safely, so we had no worries and had a great trip. I highly recommend it! 👍 👍

This booking was absolutely perfect! The D-Car Van provided comfortable, spacious seating, and we felt very safe with our highly capable driver. Our tour guide, Bang, was exceptionally knowledgeable. He shared fascinating stories and historical context for every place we visited, keeping the whole group laughing and engaged throughout the day. We opted for the lunch add-on, which was delicious and accommodated our dietary needs perfectly, and the cycling arrangement they provided was incredibly well organized. All in all, it was a fantastic 5-star trip!

great variety in the tour. Pick up was easy at Hanoi opera house. drive was about 2.5hrs with one stop for food/souvenirs/bathroom. At arrival, Started with a bike ride which has minor slopes up and it was quite hot. Did a loop with couple of stops at a temple , then back for buffet lunch where we got the bikes. It was good amount of food ( drinks were extra charge). Then about 20 min drive to the row boat ride. Fits max 4 persons per boat . it was about 1.5hr going thru 4 caves. the rower helped us take pics and even had umbrellas which was needed with the heat and wearing life jackets . Another short ride to the mountain climb was rough 500 steps but the views were great. It was a long day but well worth it tour to see and do variety of things that were well balanced in timing… not too long and not rushed.

Unforgettable experience! We did a short cycling while visiting the beautiful ancient Hoa Lu temple. At beginning of our Trang An boating, it looked like going to rain but it didn't. Our peaceful boat ride was probably over 1.5 hour. It got hotter when the weather improved and we used the big umbrella prepared on the boat. Good that we brought a bottle of water along to beat the heat. Surrounded by limestone rocks and went through a few low celing caves felt like travel back to ancient time. It was slow and at time felt sleepy because of the heat😅. We tipped the boat lady for her hard work. The last stop Mua Cave we were rewarded with the stunning view after climbing up steep steps. The heat made the climbing even more difficult but we were absolutely glad that we made it. Our guide Minh(Mr. Meow) was friendly, attentive, and informative. We were picked up at 7:20 a.m. in old quarter, we returned at about 7:40 p.m. Maybe it's just us, we didn't have much likes about the lunch.

My mum and I had one of the best time ever with cozy vietnam! After the bus ride there, we started of with a bike ride and it was such a fun time! we arrived at the palaces/temples of their early emperors! after that we had lunch, which isn’t the most amazing 😅but we had full bellies by the end of it, and It was interesting to try the goat meat. we then went on the boat ride, which was totally worth the heat we had to endure! lastly a hike of 500 steps to get a birds view of the lotus and rice fields! what a way to spend a day in nature. it certainly was a breath of fresh air! what wonderful way to escape the lively city of hanoi and experience the gorgeous countryside. Thanks to lily our tour guide who is well informed about the history of Ninh Binh, she taught us all about the lovely place. Thank you for the amazing time!

During the travel time, our guide spoke to us in English, and we even had time to shop at a store during a restroom break! There was a staff member who spoke excellent Japanese and introduced us to various products! At the beginning, in the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, we enjoyed cycling to our destination! The boat ride in Trang An lasted over an hour and was very satisfying! Finally, at Mua Cave, the steps were very steep and challenging to climb, but the view from the top was absolutely spectacular! Our guide was also wonderful, and this tour was definitely the right choice!✨

We had a fantastic Ninh Binh day trip visiting Trang An, Mua Cave, and Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. The scenery was beautiful, the itinerary was well organized, and Lily was an excellent guide—very helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. She made the trip enjoyable and comfortable. Highly recommended!

True to the reviews, it was a wonderful seamless experience. :) A day before our tour, the guide WhatsApp me with meeting details. We opted for a small group with English speaking guide. We chose to to the pagoda and boat trip. We truly loved the boat ride. It was a magical 90mins++ ride. Its unbelievable how 1 person could row sooooo long without stopping!!! We went through a few caves which can be both exciting and claustrophobic. Bring along a hat, sunglasses as it can be very hot. Enjoy and soak in nature and you can complain about your feet being cramped later!! :) Must try activity!!! As our tour was shorter we had to be transferred to another group bus. Sadly, we couldn't leave any feedback for our guide. [didnt provide us with the paper:(] Special Shout out : We enjoyed our lovely guide, Minh [Meow Meow]. He was very friendly and explained things through. He even taught us the proper way to convey our prayers in vietnamese.

Had such a fun day trip to Ninh Binh! The tour was well-organized and the places we visited were absolutely stunning — definitely worth the trip out from Hanoi. It was hot and tiring at some points, but honestly that’s part of the adventure. Just come prepared: wear comfortable shoes for the steps/climbs, and don’t forget your sunscreen and a hat! Our guide (Mih/Meow) was fantastic — super friendly, attentive, and really took care of the group. He made sure to stay out in the sun himself so we could be comfortable, and genuinely cared about our experience throughout the day. That kind of service makes such a huge difference. Would book again and definitely recommend to anyone planning a Hanoi trip. Just go in prepared for the heat, and you’ll have an amazing time! Tip for future travelers: If your budget allows, please tip the boat ladies who row you through Ninh Binh — it’s hard, physical work under the sun for hours, and a little extra goes a long way for them.