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15 Full-Day Tours from Hanoi Worth Your Day

47 tours  ·  from $22 a head

In the busy months the good full-day tours fill up first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi - Hoa Lu’s royal temples
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Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi

1.Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,761 reviews · from $79Our pick

Spend about 11 hours exploring Ninh Binh with a guide, round-trip Old Quarter transport in a limousine minivan, lunch, a Tam Coc sampan ride, and time for hiking and cycling. Guides such as Nien, May, Phong, and Leo have earned warm praise for their local insight and easygoing style. Expect an active day, including steep steps at Mua Cave.

“Great experience! We enjoyed the tour very much! Leo was a wonderful tour guide and great with kids. It was not crowded and everything was well planned! A must do from Hanoi!”

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Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike - A village ride, with no pressure to pedal
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Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

2.Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,384 reviews · from $33

This 12 to 13 hour group tour pairs Hoa Lu’s royal temples with a Tam Coc river trip, an optional village bike ride and a climb of nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave. Expect an air-conditioned bus, buffet lunch and an English-speaking guide. Guides named Sunny, Linh and Viet have led tours, though your guide is not guaranteed.

“I liked it better then ha long bay! Cycling was great. Go hiking as high as possible. I'd even recommend to stay there for a night!”

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Full day trip to Lan Ha-Ha Long Bay from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds - Kayaking through caves and lagoons
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Full day trip to Lan Ha-Ha Long Bay from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds

3.Full day trip to Lan Ha-Ha Long Bay from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,317 reviews · from $41

Leave Cat Ba at 8:30 am for a nine-hour boat trip through Cai Beo floating village, Lan Ha Bay, and Ha Long Bay. Expect 1.5 to 2 hours of kayaking through rock arches and caves, beach stops for swimming, and lunch on board. Guides such as Hang, Jack, Bee, and Tony have earned praise, though your guide will vary.

“This was incredible! No crowds as promised and our guide, Hang, was absolutely lovely (knowledgeable, fun, and so caring—he truly went above and beyond for each of us). The first swim spot in particular was like something out of a dreRead more”

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Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour with Buffet Lunch and Limousine

4.Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour with Buffet Lunch and Limousine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,692 reviews · from $49

Leave Hanoi Old Quarter around 7:30 am for a full day in Ninh Binh. Visit Hoa Lu’s temples, cycle through the countryside, eat a buffet of local specialties, row along Tam Coc’s Ngo Dong River and climb 500 steps at Mua Cave. The group is capped at 22, and guides such as Jun, Trang and Hai Dang have led the tour.

“Our Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour was exceptional from start to finish — seamless, scenic, and elevated by our amazing guide, Jun. Her warmth, storytelling, and passion for the region turned the entire journey into something truly meRead more”

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Ninh Binh: Full-Day Small Group of 9 Guided Tour from Hanoi - Cycling between Tam Coc’s limestone peaks
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Ninh Binh Full-Day Small Group of 9 Guided Tour from Hanoi

5.Ninh Binh Full-Day Small Group of 9 Guided Tour from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,422 reviews · from $85

Leave Hanoi in an air-conditioned vehicle capped at nine people for a full day in Ninh Binh. Climb Mua Cave for wide views, cycle beside rice fields and limestone peaks, take a sampan ride through Tam Coc, then visit Hoa Lu’s ancient temples. Lunch, entry fees, water, and an English-speaking guide are included.

“it was a great day with Tam! we were a small group (just me & one more person) which made the whole experience even better.”

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Cat Ba: Lan Ha, HaLong bay full day- biking, kayaking, lunch - The cave visit: bamboo boat, not kayaking
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Cat Ba: Lan Ha, HaLong bay full day- biking, kayaking, lunch

6.Lan Ha, HaLong bay full day- biking, kayaking, lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,166 reviews · 1 day · from $22Best value

From Cat Ba, spend a full day cruising Lan Ha and Ha Long bays, visiting caves by local bamboo boat, swimming when conditions allow, and cycling to Viet Hai village for a fish massage. A guide such as Tony, Kai or B leads the day. Kayaking is currently replaced by the bamboo boat, so confirm the activity before booking.

“It was amazing! You get a lot for your money - shuttle service, guide, food, … were great”

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Lan Ha Bay Full-Day Tour from Hanoi, Hai Phong - Serenity Cruises - Kayaking, swimming, and the return cruise
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Lan Ha Bay full-day tour from Hanoi, Hai Phong – Serenity Cruises

7.Lan Ha Bay full-day tour from Hanoi, Hai Phong – Serenity Cruises

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 958 reviews · from $48

Spend a long day reaching Lan Ha Bay from Hanoi, then cruise past Cai Beo fishing village, visit Viet Hai by bicycle or electric car, and stop for kayaking, swimming, jumping, and sliding. The $48 tour includes transfers, lunch, entry fees, and water. Guides such as Binh, Flora, and Tam have earned praise for their care and smooth organization.

“This was a great tour - Lan Ha Bay is beautiful and peaceful, the boat was comfortable and the cable car, cycling and kayaking were also fun. In particular, we really enjoyed the day with Flora, our guide, she was fun and kind and made sure everything ran smoothly.”

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Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave - Deluxe To Luxury - Boarding at Tuan Chau and cruising the bay
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Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

8.Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 884 reviews · from $38

This 12 to 14-hour trip pairs an Old Quarter bus transfer with a Ha Long Bay cruise, Vietnamese lunch, Sung Sot Cave, and a stop at Titop Island for a beach break or a 420-step climb to the viewpoint. Choose kayaking or a local bamboo boat ride. Guides have included Sam and Hercules, though your guide may vary.

“The trip was very organized and on time. The scenery was beautiful and the staffs were accommodating. Sam, our tour guide is very friendly and helpful. He made us appreciate the history of vietnam esp. ha long bay.”

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Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming - Highway Transfer - Walking through Sung Sot Cave
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Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming – Highway Transfer

9.Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming – Highway Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 743 reviews · from $39

Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter by highway to Ha Long Bay for a boat cruise, seafood lunch, a visit to Sung Sot Cave, and kayaking or a bamboo boat at Hang Luon. Finish at Ti Top Island, where you can swim or climb for bay views. Guides vary by departure, with names including Huy, Duc, and Ben.

“It was fantastic, the boat was beautiful and the staff was very attentive. Our guide, Duc, made it interesting and fun. Do take swim clothes if you want to take full advantage of the experience.”

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From Hanoi: Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Small Group Tour - Hoa Lu and Dinh King Temple
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From Hanoi: Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Small Group Tour

10.Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 614 reviews · from $89

Leave Hanoi’s Old Quarter in an air-conditioned van for Hoa Lu, Mua Mountain, Tam Coc and Bich Dong Pagoda. You’ll climb about 500 steps for wide views, eat a Vietnamese lunch by the river, take a sampan through three caves and cycle country roads. Groups are limited to eight, with English-speaking guides such as Happy, May and Thang.

“I had an amazing time on this day tour to Ninh Binh! The landscapes were absolutely breathtaking — from the peaceful boat ride through the limestone mountains to the panoramic views after climbing to the top of Hang Múa. Every stop was well thought out and perfectly timed. A very special thank you to May, our incredible tour guide, whose knowledge, energy, and sense of humor made the experience so much more enriching and enjoyable. She made everyone feel welcome and taken care of throughout the day. And of course, a huge shout-out to our driver, who navigated the roads smoothly and safely while always greeting us with a smile.…”

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Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu - The village bike ride adds a slower, local scale
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Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu

11.Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 517 reviews · from $41

Spend a full day outside Hanoi visiting Hoa Lu, cycling around a village, floating through Tam Coc’s caves by bamboo boat, and climbing nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave. The tour includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, a buffet lunch with vegan options, entrance fees, and a bus with Wi-Fi. Guides such as Nam, Bao, and Long have led past departures; yours may vary.

“Bao was a great tour guide! He was so helpful & funny and really took us on an immersive, fun & engaging day tour. I loved the bike ride, boat & hike! I met some lovely peoplp from all over the world. Thank you, Bao for a great day!”

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Best Seller-Private Full-Day Tour to Ninh Binh Depart from Hanoi - Tam Coc or Trang An by sampan
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Best Seller-Private Full-Day Tour to Ninh Binh Depart from Hanoi

12.Best Seller-Private Full-Day Tour to Ninh Binh Depart from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 510 reviews · from $115

Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh with a private English-speaking guide and driver. Visit Hoa Lu, take a sampan ride through Tam Coc or Trang An, cycle through the countryside, and climb 500 steps at Mua Cave. The tour includes transport, entry fees, lunch, and water, with time and route adjustable to your group.

“We had a fantastic tour. Our tour guide Eden was the best. His English was excellent and he was very informative. He was always eager to ensure that we had a wonderful day. Our driver was always very polite and always open the car door for us and made sure we had lots of water”

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From Ha Noi/Cat Ba: Full-Day Cruise to Lan Ha bay - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay opens with Cai Beo
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From Ha Noi/Cat Ba: Full-Day Cruise to Lan Ha bay – Ha Long Bay

13.From Ha Noi/Cat Ba: Full-Day Cruise to Lan Ha bay – Ha Long Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 504 reviews · from $32

Spend about nine hours cruising from Cat Ba through Lan Ha and Ha Long bays, with a visit to Cai Beo fishing village, kayaking through caves, a lagoon swim and lunch on board. The trip includes snorkeling gear, life jackets and a dry bag. Guides have included Jack and Tiny Tiger, though your guide may differ.

“Great tour! The lenght and pace of the tour was pretty much perfect - had sufficient time to lay back and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Kayak ride and the fish farm were cool as well. Food was good and plenty. And the tour guide was greRead more”

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Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour - Ta Van: lunch and a pause by the stream
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Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour

14.Sa Pa Full Day Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 414 reviews · from $25

Walk from Sa Pa through Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai to Ta Van, crossing rice terraces and hilly, sometimes muddy paths. A local guide leads the 6 to 7 hour day, with lunch in Ta Van and a bus back to town. Guides on past departures have included Zem, Sue, and Mama So, though your guide may differ.

“The itinerary is misleading - we will visit all the places on foot. Then we take a van to be sent to the hotel after lunch. We will be walking around 8-10km for 3 hours. If you’re not physically fit, I would not recommend. This is the reason the price for the tour is reasonable.”

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Full-Day Tour Hoa Lu, Tam Coc Boat Trip and Mua Cave - Mua Cave and the climb to Lying Dragon Mountain
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Full-Day Tour Hoa Lu, Tam Coc Boat Trip and Mua Cave

15.Full-Day Tour Hoa Lu, Tam Coc Boat Trip and Mua Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 400 reviews · from $55

Travel from Hanoi in a 17-seat limousine bus with an English-speaking guide. The day combines Hoa Lu’s former royal capital, a village cycling stop, a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc’s caves and rice fields, and a climb of nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave. Guides on past departures have included Martin, Tuan, Bao and Leo.

“Our recent trip to Ninh Binh visiting Hoa Lu, Tam Coco and Mua Ca was amazing. Our tour guide Mr. Bao is very knowledgeable, humorous and professional. I dearly recommend anyone visiting Vietnam to go there and get connected with the beautiful scenery there.”

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