Cycle Through Ninh Binh’s Beauty : Senic Biking, Trekking & Boat Rides
Overview
Trip Highlights
Overview of Ninh Binh Biking Tour 2 Days from Hanoi.
Escape the busy streets of Hanoi and immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty of Ninh Binh, famously known as the “Halong Bay on land.” This 2 day Ninh Binh biking tour is the perfect combination of adventure, culture, and relaxation, offering unforgettable experiences through Vietnam’s most spectacular countryside landscapes.
Surrounded by dramatic limestone mountains, peaceful rivers, lush rice fields, and charming rural villages, Ninh Binh is an ideal destination for nature lovers and active travelers. Throughout this Ninh Binh journey, you will enjoy scenic cycling routes, relaxing boat rides, easy hiking trails, and fascinating historical sites while discovering the highlights of the UNESCO-listed Trang An Landscape Complex.
The tour includes a peaceful Tam Coc boat ride through stunning caves and rice paddies, a scenic Trang An boat ride among magnificent limestone karsts, and an exciting Mua Cave hiking adventure to Ngoa Long Peak for panoramic views over Ninh Binh’s spectacular landscapes. Travelers will also explore the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, visit the beautiful Bich Dong Pagoda, cycle through authentic local villages, and discover the tranquil natural surroundings of Thung Nham Bird Park.
Designed for travelers seeking an active and authentic experience, this Ninh Binh tour from Hanoi offers the perfect balance of soft adventure, cultural discovery, and natural beauty.
Travel Map Route of this Ninh Binh Excursion
Special Highlights of 2 Day Cycling Tour in Ninh Binh.
- Escape the city’s hustle and bustle for a tranquil journey through Ninh Binh’s stunning natural attractions.
- Enjoy scenic boat tours through the “Halong Bay on land,” exploring the untouched beauty of limestone mountains and hidden caves within the UNESCO-listed Trang An Landscape Complex and the picturesque Tam Coc area.
- Take a peaceful walk through the pristine natural surroundings and bird sanctuary at Thung Nham Resort.
- Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, dating back to the 10th and 11th centuries, and gain fascinating insights into Vietnam’s early history as a unified nation, Dai Co Viet.
- Take part in a leisurely biking trip deep into the heart of “Halong Bay on land,” visiting Ninh Binh’s top attractions and soaking in the breathtaking landscapes of limestone mountains and local villages.
- Experience panoramic views of Ninh Binh’s scenic landscapes on a trekking route to Mua Cave, complete with a climb up its iconic Ngoa Long summit.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Ninh Binh, Tam Coc biking tour to Thung Nham.Overnight in 4* Ninh Binh Hidden Charm Hotel or similar (L)
8:00 AM,our guide & driver pick you up at your hotel and transfer to Ninh Binh. After 2 hour drive,we arrive in Tam Coc area – the center of “Halong bay on land” with a beautiful background of many limestone outcrops on land & river. From here, we start biking tour further into hidden trails of Tam Coc area, viewing these impressive mountain settings & peaceful local villages. Leisurely cycling with stops for nice photos & a visit to Bich Dong pagoda (regarded as the second nicest cave in Vietnam), trekking up to pray Buddha & enjoy the panoramic view of the whole region.
Cycling along the rice field
The journey is then continued with a nice biking route to pristine & quiet Thung Nham resort , where is naturally beautiful with a vast green wetland surrounded by limestone mountains. After the lunch in the resort, we have an exploration of Thung Nham sceneries with nice walks to visit Buddha cave, flower & fruit gardens & the Bird Sunctuary – the home of more than 40 species of birds.
Cycling back to Tam Coc harbour in the late afternoon – the untouristic & quiet moment for a scenic Tam Coc rowing boat ride along Ngo Dong river. You will have a pleasant boat journey viewing limestone mountains & rice fields on both sides of the river, and sneaking through three natural caves of beautifully sparkling stalagtites hanging down from the ceiling.
Overnight in Tam Coc
Inclusions : AC car transfer with driver, tourguide of Enlish speaking, meals (L-lunch), sight-seeing entrance fees of mentioned visiting places, biking tour, boat ride in Tam Coc, double/twin-shared room in 4* Ninh Binh Hidden Charm or similar.
Day 2: Ninh Binh cycling tour to Mua Cave,Trang An ecotourism complex & Hoa Lu ancient capital – Hanoi (B,L)
After breakfast in the hotel, we will continue with a healthy biking excursion following the rural roads along mountain ranges & local villages. Firstly, we will stop in Mua cave for a morning hike up on steps to the peak of mountain.The trek is quite steep & hard on stone steps so keep your pace, conquer the mount slowly and you will be rewarded with a impressive panorama of outstanding landscapes in Tam Coc & Trang An. Chances for picturesque photos.
The view from Mua cave
Proceed on bike to Trang An Ecotourism Complex for another exploration of the caves, limestone outcrops or natural sceneries along the boat journey. Trang An is recognized as the mixed cultural & natural world heritage site by UNESCO; and the impressive site of shooting the lastest “Kong:Skull Island” movie.Trang An boat tour promises you an exciting journey of many interesting experiences.
After a lunch of Vietnamese dishes in a local restaurant, we have a short bike ride to Hoa Lu ancient capital – the heart of Vietnam in the 10th & 11th century, paying a visit to two remain temples: Dinh & Le Temples.The visit offers you deep understanding of Vietnam’s history under Dinh, Le & Ly dynasties and good insight of the 17th century’s architectural values reflected in those temples.
Then, our driver pick you up & transfer back to Hanoi.The end of 2 day Ninh Binh biking tour is finished when we are at the doorsteps of your hotel.
Inclusions : AC car transfer with driver, tourguide of Enlish speaking, meals (B- breakfast, L-lunch), sight-seeing entrance fees of mentioned visiting places, biking tour, boat ride in Trang An
Inclusions & Exclusions
The Trip’s Inclusions :
- Tourguide & private transfer with driver following the itinerary.
- Private boat tour in Tam Coc & Trang An
- Sightseeing entrance fees following the itinerary.
- Bike rental fees.
- Meals as stated in the program.
- One night accomodation in Tam Coc.
- A bottle of mineral water/person/day.
The Trip’s Exclusions:
- Drinks,
- Tips ( to guide, driver, boat rower)
- Travel insurance
- Visa to enter Vietnam & flight tickets
- Personal expences
- Extra-travel program & services…..
