De fiets op slot doen, is in Tam Coc niet nodig. Wat een verschil met Groningen: daar ben je binnen een kwartier de fiets kwijt als je geen dik slot hebt. In Tam Coc kan het gewoon. De groene rijstvelden zijn prachtig om te zien, maar het is een vreemde gedachte dat het 'toeristen-velden' zijn. Ik hoop maar dat ze niet teveel extra Reis van Saigon naar Hanoi langs de hoogtepunten van Vietnam. Ontdek de mooie natuur van de Mekongdelta en Halong Baai en ervaar de sfeer van Sa Pa, Hoi An en Hanoi. Onze route door Vietnam: deze route brengt je langs al het moois wat Vietnam te bieden heeft. Tips voor reizen rond de wereld. Beide zijn in Tam Coc. Doen: Scootertocht door het gebied en naar verschillende tempelcomplexen, zonsondergang bekijken bij het Hang Mua uitkijkpunt , Stel je voor: een schilderachtige roadtrip vanuit Hanoi om Hoa Lu Tam Coc te verkennen met onderweg stops om uitkijkpunten, dorpen, ongelooflijke natuur en culturele juweeltjes te ontdekken. Klinkt als een droom? Nee, het is mogelijk op een Withlocals-dagtrip met een lokale host die voorop loopt! Op verschillende plaatsen in Tam Coc kun je mountainbikes huren. Zo ook bij de eerder besproken homestay. Een aanrader, aangezien je op deze manier zelf kunt bepalen waar je heengaat. Uiteraard is een scooter ook mogelijk, maar een beetje beweging is goed voor je hè? Vietnam:vier weken met het ov. Na zo'n 24 uur reizen komen we in Hanoi aan. Klaar voor een reis van vier weken met het openbaar vervoer door Vietnam. Van de drukke straten in Hanoi naar een fietstocht door de groene rijstvelden, van de schitterende Halong Bay naar de Bountystranden aan de kust. Een wereld om te ontdekken! 3EoXDA. Ninh Binh wordt ook wel het Halong Bay op land genoemd. De regio staat bekend om zijn kalkstenen rotsformaties, grotten en indrukwekkende uitzichten te midden van uitgestrekte rijstvelden. Verken de regio met de fiets of scooter, maak een pittige klim naar een onvergetelijk viewpoint of bewonder het gebied tijdens een must-do boottocht. Ninh Binh is vanwege de spectaculaire natuur al jaren een vaste prik op elke route door Vietnam. Terecht, want je kunt er laagdrempelig veel leuke dingen zien en doen. Ga jij ook naar Ninh Binh? Haal meer uit je reis en ontdek de leukste dingen om te doen in Ninh Binh. Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, Trang An Hoe zit het nou eigenlijk?Wat te doen in Ninh Binh? Klim naar het schitterende viewpoint Hang Mua Bezoek de Bich Dong Pagode Maak een boottochtje tussen de rotswanden Wandel tussen de rijstvelden naar de Thai Vi Tempel Verken het platteland met de fiets of scooter Haal een lekkere koffie bij Brick Coffee Ga ook naar de Bai Dinh Pagode Probeer deze fijne restaurants in Tam CocWaar slapen in Ninh Binh?Tip Pinnen in Tam Coc Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, Trang An Hoe zit het nou eigenlijk? Ninh Binh is de naam van de provincie met daarin de gelijknamige stad Ninh Binh. Wanneer mensen zeggen naar Ninh Binh te gaan, bedoelen ze echter vaak Tam Coc of het nabij gelegen dorp Trang An. Dit is ook waar je de meeste bezienswaardigheden en leukste accommodaties vindt. Maak niet de fout om een accommodatie te zoeken in Ninh Binh stad maar kijk voor leuke opties in Tam Coc of Trang An. Onderaan dit artikel vind je leuke tips voor hostels en hotels. De Ninh Binh regio kun je in twee volle dagen wel uitgespeeld hebben. Veel van de bezienswaardigheden zijn laagdrempelig te bezoeken. Zeker als je een scooter huurt rij je makkelijk van hoogtepunt naar hoogtepunt. Al met al is twee nachtjes het minimum, drie nachtjes voldoende en vier nachten wat veel. Benieuwd naar wat de leukste dingen zijn om te doen? Lees snel verder! Klim naar het schitterende viewpoint Hang Mua Het letterlijke hoogtepunt van Ninh Binh is het Hang Mua viewpoint. Dit is het mooiste punt in Tam Coc en dat wil je zeker niet overslaan. Het uitzicht vanaf de top is namelijk fenomenaal. Vanaf een 80 meter hoge piek kijk je uit op nog meer karstgebergten en rijstvelden. Ook zie je tussendoor de bootjes varen die vertrekken vanuit het centrum van Tam Coc Als je doorstapt duurt de klim nog geen 10 minuten, maar omdat het zo steil is kom je wel doordrenkt van het zweet en buiten adem aan op de top. Het uitzicht mag er zijn, en is absoluut het mooiste punt in Tam Coc. Bovenop vind je een draak waar je omheen kunt klauteren. Zelfs als het druk is, kun je daar een wat rustiger plekje vinden. Als je de plek voor jezelf wil, dan moet je vroeg gaan en de weekenden vermijden. Tam Coc is namelijk een populaire weekendbestemming voor binnenlandse toeristen. Omdat Vietnamezen graag vroeg opstaan is het in het weekend s ochtends ook al vroeg druk. Bezoek de Bich Dong Pagode De Bich Dong Pagode ligt op zo'n 3 km van het centrum van Tam Coc en is absoluut een bezoek waard. De toegang tot de Pagode is gratis, al zijn er soms locals die je anders willen doen geloven. Wanneer je aankomt zie je direct de bijzondere pagode naast het water waar je mooie foto's kunt maken. Vervolgens vind je binnen in het kleine tempelcomplex nog twee tempels. Een van die tempels is in de rotsen uitgehakt. Om er te komen loop je een aantal steile trappen op en word je beloond met uitzicht op de bergen. Maak een boottochtje tussen de rotswanden Hoe bewonder je het wonderschone landschap Ninh Binh het beste? Vanaf het water! Tijdens een boot tour vaar je langs prachtige rotsformaties en dwars door watergrotten waar het pikkedonker is. Je kunt niet zelf varen, dus stap in je privé roeiboot en laat je lekker rondvaren. De roeitechniek van de locals mag bijzonder genoemd worden, want ze roeien grotendeels met hun voeten. Je kunt vanuit Tam Coc vertrekken voor een tour van uur. Tours vanuit Trang An duren 3 uur en zijn wat minder druk. Onze ervaring is dat uur lang genoeg is. Wandel tussen de rijstvelden naar de Thai Vi Tempel Soms is de weg ergens heen mooier dan de bestemming zelfs. Dat is met de Thai Vi tempel zeker zo. De weg naar de tempel brengt je midden tussen de rijstvelden en imposante rotswanden. In de ochtend fleuren tientallen waterlelies je bezoek verder op, in de namiddag bedekt de ondergaande zon het landschap in een zachte goudgele gloed. Verder zie je vanaf de weg ook het Hang Mua viewpoint en wellicht wat chillende geiten op de rotsen. De tempel zelf is trouwens ook mooi om te zien maar vooral de wandel-, fiets- of scootertocht is een fijne en typische Tam Coc ervaring. Verken het platteland met de fiets of scooter De omgeving van Tam Coc is mooi, maar ook uitgestrekt. Hoewel je lopend best een eind komt, heb je voor sommige plekken echt een fiets of scooter nodig. Gelukkig is het ook heel leuk en makkelijk om rond te rijden in dit gebied. De wegen zijn ruim opgezet en niet heel druk. Fietsen en scooters kun je praktisch overal huren. Haal een lekkere koffie bij Brick Coffee Een leuk café, vlak buiten het centrum van Tam Coc, is Brick Coffee. Ondanks de bakstenen muren en betonnen vloeren is het een opvallend knus plekje. De lekkere en bijzondere koffies zijn echter de belangrijkste reden om te gaan. De koude coconut coffee is bijvoorbeeld verslavend lekker en ook de egg coffee mag er zijn. Vers gebakken carrot cake maakt je bezoek helemaal compleet. Ga ook naar de Bai Dinh Pagode Tussen de steile rotswanden zie je deze pagode al van ver pronken aan de horizon. Het is een van de hoogste en meest imposante pagodes in Vietnam. Rondom de pagode vind je nog een aantal tempelgebouwen en gigantische boeddha beelden. Al met al een leuke plek om te bezoeken als je een dag met de scooter op pad wil. Probeer deze fijne restaurants in Tam Coc Aan de hoofdstraat in Tam Coc vind je een hoop “dertien in een dozijn restaurants”. Niks mis mee en lekker goedkoop, maar als je één menukaart hebt gezien weet je ook gelijk wat de rest verkoopt Springrolls, pho, rijstgerechten en burgers met friet. Wil je een paar lokale gerechten proberen? Eenden op het spit, geitenvlees en tofu in tomatensaus zijn kenmerkend voor dit gebied. Een paar plekjes die we je kunnen aanraden T-pub heeft redelijke pizza’s, gezonde salades en lekkere drankjes Buddha belly is de go-to plek voor vegans en vegetariërs al kun je in veel andere plekken ook vega eten Waar slapen in Ninh Binh? In Tam Coc zijn tal van goedkope homestays en kleinschalige accommodaties. The Banana Tree is het meest centraal gelegen hostel met een fijn zwembad en een restaurant met een hoop westers comfort food. Als je een leuke privékamer zoekt in een homestay, kijk dan eens naar Tam Coc Friendly Homestay en anders is Nam Hoa Hotel ook fijn als je dichtbij alle restaurants wil zitten. Als Tam Coc je iets te toeristisch lijkt – want eerlijk, dat is het best wel – overweeg dan om in Trang An te slapen. Bij For You Homestay geniet je in alle rust van schitterend uitzicht, maar het helpt dan wel om een scooter te huren om de omgeving te verkennen. Tip Pinnen in Tam Coc Er is welgeteld één pinautomaat in Tam Coc, maar daar betaal je 3% opnamekosten en daar betaal je vervolgens nog eens 10% btw over. In totaal betaal je dus 3,3% van het opgenomen geldbedrag met een minimum van dong. Goedkoper is het om in Ninh Binh te pinnen bij een buitenlandse bank of geld mee te nemen vanaf een andere stad. Dit waren alweer al onze tips voor Tam Coc. Meer lezen over Vietnam? Check hier al onze artikelen over dit schitterende land. Inhoudsopgave Ninh Binh is de hoofdstad van de gelijknamige provincie. Een schitterende omgeving die ook wel het Halong Bay op het land wordt genoemd. Het stadje Ninh Binh is niet echt een gezellige plek. Daarom raad ik aan om in Tam Coc te verblijven. Tam Coc is gelijk ook een van de hoogtepunten van deze is ook mogelijk om Ninh Binh met een tour vanuit Hanoi te Binh highlightsTam Coc en het Hang Mua Viewpoint waren voor mij de hoogtepunten van Ninh Binh, maar er is nog veel meer moois te ontdekken. Tam CocJe kunt in Tam Coc een boottocht doen, maar met een korte wandeling zie je ook schitterende landschappen. Loop hiervoor naar Hang Thien Huong en vervolg je weg. In ongeveer 30 minuten kun je een rondje lopen. Het wandelpad staat niet op Google Maps, maar kun je wel op vinden. Hang Mua ViewpointHet is even klimmen, maar dan heb je ook wat; een spectaculair uitzicht over Ninh Binh. Als je in Tam Coc verblijft, kun je er zelfs op de fiets heen 4 km of pak de scooter. Tip ga met zonsopkomst of aan het eind van de middag, anders kan het er erg druk zijn. Thung Nham Bird ValleyHou je van vogels? Dan mag je de Bird Valley ook wel Bird Garden niet overslaan. Hier zitten onwijs veel ooievaars. Verder is het een mooi park waar je rond kunt wandelen en schitterende uitzichtpunten hebt. Je kunt hier ook een boottocht doen, maar die zijn mooier in Trang An of Tam Coc. Trang An BoottochtAls je een boottocht wilt doen, kun je het beste kiezen voor Trang An. Hier is het rustiger en minder toeristisch dan in Tam Coc. Wel heb je dezelfde prachtige karstbergen om je heen. Overigens hoef je niet per se een boottour te doen om al het moois van Ninh Binh te zien. Bich Dong PagodeZin om wat cultuur te snuiven? Dan kun je de Bich Dong pagode bezoeken. Deze pagode ligt vlakbij Tam Coc, waardoor je er makkelijk heen kunt op de fiets, scooter of zelfs lopend. Wat het vooral bijzonder maakt, is dat de pagode in een hele mooie omgeving ligt. Zeker een aanrader als de lotussen bloeien. Hotspots Tam CocIn Tam Coc heb je genoeg leuke restaurantjes. Dit zijn mijn favorieten Accommodaties Tam CocIk raad om in Tam Coc te verblijven. Dit is een gezellig plaatsje in een prachtige omgeving. Een stuk leuker dan het stadje Ninh Binh. Mijn favorieten zijn Hoe kom je in Tam Coc?Tam Coc is eenvoudig te bereiken via Hanoi en Halong Bay. Kom je vanuit het zuiden, dan kun je vanaf Phong Nha de bus nemen. Let goed op dat je een ticket boeket naar het juiste busstation. Er zijn bussen naar Tam Coc, Ninh Binh en Trang An. Vanuit Hanoi 1,5 – 2,5 uur Vanuit Halong Bay Cat Ba 3,5 – 4 uur Vanuit Phong Nha 8,5 uur nachtbus Hoelang in Ninh Binh blijven?📅 2 – 3 dagenIn Ninh Binh is genoeg te zien om 3 dagen te blijven. Wil je alleen de hoogtepunten zien, dan heb je aan 2 dagen genoeg. Tam Coc literally means three grottos located in Ninh Hai Commune, Hoa Lu District, Ninh Binh Province. Once upon a time this place was full up with flapping sea waves, passing many centuries the waves eroded into the cliffs created different shapes of karst landscapes. The only way to visit Tam Coc by waterway which normally takes about 3 hours. Far from Hanoi about 100 km, Tam Coc is known as the Ha Long Bay on land’ is a great destination for your holiday in north of Viet Nam. In Tam Coc Ninh Binh you’ve got the perfect recipe for calm and impressed on this beautiful countryside. Here below are some tips for you to arrange your trip to Tam Coc Ninh Binh Best time to visit Tam Coc – When to visit Tam CocHow to get to Tam Coc Ninh BinhFrom Hanoi city to Ninh Binh – 2 HoursBy Shuttle busBy Local busBy TrainFrom Ha Long city – 5 Hours Travel guideline in Tam Coc Ninh BinhAccommodationNearby AttractionsWhat To EatA Tip for Tam Coc Tour Itinerary Best time to visit Tam Coc – When to visit Tam Coc Stunning Ngo Dong River In all seasons in one year you totally can plan your time to explore Caves and Ngo Dong river. But the prettiest period of time is in the spring from January to April in Viet Nam, this time will be preferred because of the comfortable weather and fresh air. Another best time to visit is from May to July when all rice fields are in harvest season. The beauty of Tam Coc now looks like a young lady’s long, soft, bright and yellow hair. The other is the harvest time of wet rice ranging from September to October. Biking on golden rice field Besides enjoying the view full of the yellow color of ripe rice fields in Tam Coc Bich Dong Complex, tourists can also seek a chance to watch the fabulous forest of lotus in here. It can be said that lotus and waterlily are omnipresent in every part of Ninh Binh, especially in Tam Coc Grotto. Floating along the stream to Tam Coc Grotto, tourists seem to turn back the significant history of Le Dynasty. Best time to visit Tam Coc – Bich Dong to watch lotus is June, in which the perfume of lotus flowers pervades the surrounding air. For lovers of flower, it’s the best time to enjoy the flavor of lotus and involve in the natural beauty of this mountainous regions. Generally visitors will come to Ninh Binh from Hanoi or Ha Long city so I will suggest some ways to go to Ninh Binh as below From Hanoi city to Ninh Binh – 2 Hours By Shuttle bus It gets easier for you to buy a bus ticket from Travel Agency in Hanoi or get one from your hotel. If you just use the shuttle bus to transfer to Ninh Binh then spending 1 day or few days you can buy 1 way tick or 2 ways tickets. In case you book a day trip Hoa Lu Tam Coc Mua Cave Tour the price includes transportation By Local bus Some visitors are interested in experiencing as a local to save their cost for transportation a bit. So it is possible for you to catch a bus from Ha Noi to Ninh Binh province. You can go to Giap Bat bus station and find many bus companies with route to Ninh Binh. But, they will not drop you off in Tam Coc directly but stop at Ninh Binh bus station. From there you should take a cab to go to Tam Coc with the cost is not much expensive than motorbike. This way is not highly recommended for you because it’s complicated or you may receive poor service from public transportation. You may read more this post to get more useful about Bus from Hanoi to Ninh Binh By Train Ninh Binh Train Station Everyday there are some train from Ha Noi to Ninh Binh station. The earliest one usually starts at 600 am. One day in advance you should buy your train ticket at Ha Noi station Read More Tam Coc Boat Tour – Let’s Ride Your Trip to Ninh Binh Now Is Tam Coc Ninh Binh Easy To Travel by your own? >> Deluxe Hoa Lu Tam Coc Mua Cave Tour is a tremendous chance to explore the ancient beauty of Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and stunning scenery in Tam Coc, Hiking to peak of Mua Cave >> Hoa Lu Tam Coc Mua Cave Tour is a tremendous chance to explore the ancient beauty of Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and stunning scenery in Tam Coc, Hiking to peak of Mua Cave The provided information above is enough for you to prepare for a trip to Tam Coc Ninh Binh. If you need any further support, feel free to contact us. 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While not at sea, these limestone peaks are set amid bright green rice fields, beautiful wetlands, and many ancient temples. It is well worth making a stop — ideally for a couple of nights! Most guides to Ninh Binh or the town of Tam Coc seem to mention the same tips, often based on a day trip or one-night stay. While you can see some of the highlights on a quick trip, I stayed in Ninh Binh for 4 days, letting me get a complete picture. In this guide, I’ll share some tips you won’t find elsewhere. While the scenery of Ha Long Bay may be more impressive in an objective sense, I enjoyed exploring the Ninh Binh area a lot more. There’s just so much to see. And since you’re on land and not on a cruise, you can have much more control over the experience. If you rent a motorbike or bicycle, you are free to explore the area as you please. It’s delightful and among my favorites places in Vietnam. Plan your stay in Ninh Binh Why Tam Coc is overrated The nature area of Ninh Binh is quite large and encompasses several villages. So let me start with the most important tip, which is about where it’s best to stay. Most guides tell you that the city of Ninh Binh is ugly and that you should stay in the smaller town of Tam Coc. This is sensible advice. Ninh Binh itself is an unappealing city with lots of motorways, business hotels, factories, and electricity pylons running right through it. I can’t imagine any tourist wanting to be there except to catch the next bus or train. So when we talk about Ninh Binh, what we actually mean is the national park several kilometres to the west of it. The town of Tam Coc about 5km or 3 miles west of Ninh Binh has become the go-to place to stay. There you’ll find many guesthouses, hostels, souvenir shops, and tourist restaurants serving Western food. Since Tam Coc is also where one of the popular but not necessarily best boat tours depart, it can make for a convenient base. But to tell the truth, Tam Coc is not that special. It’s mostly centred on just your typical backpacker or tourist street. If you’ve travelled in Southeast Asia, you’ll have seen many places just like it. Since Tam Coc is also where most day-trippers go, at certain hours it’s filled with tour buses. But I’ll let you in on a little secret the better move is to stay in Trang An. Trang An is a 20-minute ride north of Tam Coc. It’s more spread out and it’s in the middle of nature, nestled among the limestone pinnacles. It’s a blissful place. Every day you’ll be waking up surrounded by the mist-shrouded peaks. From time to time, you can hear distant the calls of tropical birds. At night, along the quiet paths, you’ll see fireflies pulsating in the dark. If you don’t mind being somewhere slightly further away, then Trang An is easily the best place to stay in Ninh Binh. Unlike Tam Coc it’s just inside the nature area, giving you the most enjoyment of the mountain scenery. Tip the way that locals pronounce Trang An sounds more like Chang Ang’. Don’t let this confuse you when asking for directions. Staying in Trang An One drawback of Trang An is that it’s more in the countryside and it’s not as clustered together, so ideally you should have some form of transportation to get around. Luckily, most of the guesthouses have bicycles or mopeds that you can borrow or cheaply rent. It’s also a bit more difficult to — brace yourself — find pizzas, espressos, or other Western menu items in Trang An. The vibe is just a lot more Vietnamese. So if you like your pho noodles, you’ll be in the right place. But should you really crave some Western style food then you can still get it at the Mona Lisa Restaurant. It was opened by the brother of the owner of Chookie’s Beer Garden, a popular haunt in Tam Coc. Then again, access to pizza should probably not be as important as being in a gorgeous location! Most of the guesthouses, hostels, and small eco-resorts in Trang An are near the river. A small cluster of them sits right on the riverside opposite some cute bamboo docks with deck chairs and fairy lights. This spot has possibly the best sunset views in Ninh Binh. I recommend these accommodation options, which are all in this same magical location Accommodation in Trang Ang $$ Guesthouse For You Homestay Eco-style accommodation with bamboo deck facing the sunset views $ Hostel Hualu Ecolodge Backpacker-style eco accommodation surrounded by nature How to get to Ninh Binh Ninh Binh Tam Coc is located about 100 kilometers or 60 miles south of Hanoi. It’s easiest to get to Ninh Binh by either tourist bus or by public train, or by private car transfer if that’s your style. You can view all transportation options from Hanoi to Ninh Binh. The fastest option is to take a bus from Hanoi. These tourist minibuses depart from Central Circus, which is a 7-minute drive south of the Old Quarter where most tourists stay in Hanoi. The drive to Ninh Binh will take about 1hr 20min and costs around dong. The cheapest option is to take the train from Hanoi. This takes longer about 2hr 10min but usually costs around dong. When you arrive in Ninh Binh you still need to get to Tam Coc or Trang An. A local taxi or mototaxi will cost around 50,000 dong. Most likely there will already be some drivers waiting for you upon arrival in Ninh Binh. There is also a 4-hour direct bus from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh. It’s easiest to book your transportation through 12Go Asia. How long to stay in Ninh Binh Doing Tam Coc as a day trip from Hanoi is possible but it’s not necessarily the best way to do it. When you add everything up it takes 3 hours to get there and 3 to get back, leaving not much time to check out the place. However, if you have limited time in your Vietnam itinerary, you might want to squeeze in a more compressed Tam Coc experience. If so, you can check below for availability on the Tam Coc day tour from Hanoi that I recommend. That said, I think it’s better to stay at least one night. This gives you more time, but can also be more efficient if you’re heading further south on your trip. That way, instead of backtracking all the way to Hanoi, you can travel onward from Ninh Binh to your next destination. For the best experience, I recommend at least two full days. There are tons of attractions in Ninh Binh and with enough time you’ll be able to properly enjoy them. If you’re a long-term traveler or backpacker with some days to spare, you could spend 3 or 4 days and truly see it all. If you stay just 1 night then I think the best place to stay is still Tam Coc. Its central location makes it easy to see some things quickly and then be on your way again. If you stay more nights then I suggest the best place is Trang An. You’ll have time to relax and enjoy the more natural surroundings. Two must-see sights There are two things to do in Ninh Binh that I strongly suggest putting at the top of your list. You can cover these in about half a day. Trang An boat tour The Trang An boat tour will take you down rivers and lakes surrounded by dramatic karst mountains. Along the way, your paddle boat will pass through river caves and stop by several ancient Buddhist temples. The oarsmen and women use a peculiar rowing technique, alternatingly using their arms and their legs to row. If you do just one thing in Ninh Binh, I suggest you do this. The tour takes about 3 hours and will take you to the heart of the UNESCO protected Trang An Landscape Complex. Unlike the boat tour in Tam Coc, this one does not have a reputation for hawking and scammy behaviour from the rowers. You can still tip them at the end and since they’re not being pushy I think it’s nice to do so. I didn’t feel so inspired at first by the big crowds I saw at the docks, but the Trang An tour was better than I expected. The tour can be much less crowded than these images might suggest. Be sure to take Route 1. This route is a bit longer and most tour groups do the shorter Route 2 or Route 3. After about 20 minutes they go off into a whole other area, never to be seen again. While route 1 doesn’t pass by a location featured in the film Kong Skull Island if this matters to you, you’ll see a lot of inspiring scenery and beautiful temples in relative peace. I suggest taking the tour in the early morning or as I did around You’ll likely avoid the big crowds and will end the tour just before sunset. Mua Cave viewpoint The next best thing to do in Ninh Binh is to head to the Mua Cave. Not so much for the cave, but for its viewpoint up above. You’ll ascend 500 steps to a mountain peak from where you can see all of the scenery below. The valley just down from the Mua Cave viewpoint is the start of the Tam Coc boat ride, so if you don’t do the boat tour you can still see some of it from above. Atop the mountain is a fantastic dragon sculpture. You can climb around it and find a private spot from where to enjoy the views. Be warned though the rocks are all sharper than a dragon’s tooth and there are no railings, so do take care. The Mua Cave viewpoint is the place to take an epic selfie or drone shot. I saw many Vietnamese and Chinese women in flowery dresses spending copious amounts of time trying to get the perfect photo. Not to be outdone, a group of French girls was also there in heavy makeup and model outfits trying to make the most of this photo opportunity. It’s not my thing but if you want to look hot on a mountaintop, this is where you want to be. For those of us just coming for the views, it’s also completely worth the 20-minute trek. Other amazing things to do Let me tell you about a few more things to do in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc that are awesome for a longer stay, or if you prefer sights that are a bit less known or crowded. There is a ton to see in Ninh Binh and even on a 4-day stay, I didn’t manage to see it all. I focused on the sights that were closest by and so I didn’t make it to the Cuc Phuong National Park which is a two hour’s drive nor the Phát Diệm Cathedral only one hour, but far from everything else. Van Long Nature Reserve This was a surprise highlight on my stay in Ninh Binh. Just as with the other tours in the area it involves getting on a paddleboat, but Van Long is much more peaceful and less developed. You’re also a lot more likely to see some wildlife at Van Long, as it’s a known spot for black-faced spoonbills, Asian openbills, and kingfishers, among many others. Mind you, there’s no need to be a hardcore birder’ to appreciate these wetlands; the pretty landscapes and peaceful nature are worth it in itself. Try to aim for early morning or end of day for the best light and the most wildlife activity. Van Long is also one of the few habitats of the endangered Delacour’s langur primates. I wasn’t lucky enough to see them, but I could hear calling from behind the mountains. To set your expectations, the reserve is in the countryside but not in a super remote location; you access it from a dike and behind it is an area with lots of little farmhouses and hamlets. The tour takes about 1,5 hour. Galaxy Grotto Thien Ha Cave I discovered the Galaxy Grotto by chance while driving along the rice fields around Tam Coc. It’s really cool and I don’t think any other blogs have mentioned it. Since it’s not well known, let me link to its exact location. There is a paddle boat tour here leading you to three caves. The scenery is not at all in the same league as the Tam Coc or Trang An boat tours, but the cool thing about the Galaxy Cave is that it’s largely unknown and so you might just be the only one there to explore it. Unlike the other boat tours, this one is managed locally by some of the farmers living near the caves as part of a small cooperative. I recommend it if you’d like a peaceful off-the-beaten-track attraction. The first river cave is beautifully lit with coloured lights, the second you can explore by foot, and the third one is a river cave that’s kept completely dark and in a natural state. When I visited I was the only person there, apart from a Vietnamese TV crew shooting a documentary. The locals running the boat trips were delightful, in stark contrast to the extremely pushy people running the Tam Coc tours. Bich Dong Pagoda This cute pagoda in Tam Coc is an easy thing to tick off the list. You can see it on the way to the Thang Nham Bird Garden or other sights around the area. A small stone footbridge takes you across a lake. Then, a short flight of stairs takes you to a shrine, which is partly built into a cliff face. It’s a lovely spot to explore for a while. Bai Dinh Pagoda Opinions on this pagoda will probably be divided; it may not be at the top of everyone’s list, but I personally found it a very interesting place to see. I knew nothing about Bai Dinh beforehand, only finding a large pagoda indicated on I soon saw a huge tower in the distance, looming over the area. Then I drove past endless walls, making me wonder just how to access this apparently enormous complex. It turned out this is actually Vietnam’s largest pagoda and a huge destination for Asian tourists. Almost all of Bai Dinh is newly built, so don’t go there expecting any historical significance. The tourist train that takes you into the complex can also make it feel a bit like a theme park at first. But the buildings are mightily impressive, and it’s interesting to see from a contemporary cultural perspective. Hundreds of statues line all the corridors, and their hands and knees are all perfectly polished from all the people touching them to pray. And the golden shrines are epic even if they’re not exactly ancient. Some Western tourists craving historical authenticity may not be into Bai Dinh so much, but I thought it was a very cool site to wander for at least an hour or so. It’s easy to combine with a visit to the Trang An boat tour or the Van Long nature reserve. Eat some goat The Ninh Binh region is famous for its goat meat. On some roads outside of town, you might even see vendors selling whole goats roasted yes, this does look a little sad. But with so many mountains around there is plenty of space for goats to roam and graze on wild grass. Many of the restaurants have at least one goat dish on the menu — and several specialize in just serving a variety of goat dishes. It’s a great chance to try a local speciality. Hoa Lu ancient capital I think this historical site is only mildly interesting unless you are a huge history buff. It was the capital of Vietnam during the 10th and 11th centuries, but not much of the old citadel remains intact. It seems more like a place for Vietnamese school groups to visit on an educational trip, though I can imagine Hua Lu being a lot more interesting if shown by an expert guide. One uninformed listicle on a content farm site cough, it was the Culture Trip suggested you should spend an entire day here, but the site surely warrants at most an hour or so. Still, its location amid the limestone mountains is pretty and the site makes for a lovely stroll even if much of the citadel is in ruins. I must also concede that Hua Lu was home to the most fabulous cow I’ve ever met. If you’re going to Trang An or Van Long, you can easily check out this ancient capital on the way. Thung Nham Bird Garden At first, I wasn’t quite sure what this place was all about. It’s a bit hidden, reached by one road that goes into the national park. You then enter a park with rivers and small lakes, which feels like it’s partly wild nature and partly a landscaped park. But then it turns out a joy to walk riverside bamboo bridges and walkways, exploring the caves, and finally discovering the viewing platform at the furthest edge of the park. From there, you can watch an epic nesting area where thousands of white birds flock, especially in the morning and late afternoon. What’s most surprising about Thung Nham Bird Garden is how quiet it is despite being only a 10-minute motorbike ride from Tam Coc. While there are boat rides through the park, in this case, I think it’s nicer to do things by foot as there are paths to all parts of the park. Travel tips for Ninh Binh ATMs Yes, there are ATMs! In Tam Coc, you can find an ATM in front of the Ninh Binh Hidden Charm Hotel. In Trang An, there is an ATM at the boat dock. Neither is quite at arm’s length though so it’s good to have cash with you already. Getting from Ninh Binh to Tam Coc When arriving in Ninh Binh by bus or train, you’ll need to grab a taxi to Tam Coc or Trang An. Don’t worry about this too much. There are lots of taxis in Ninh Binh and the ride should cost no more than 100,000 dong. I jumped on the back of a scooter/moped which was already waiting at my bus stop and got there for 50k. Getting around Ninh Binh is best explored by bicycle or, better yet, a moped. That way you’re not dependent on tours or taxis. A moped a small motorbike or scooter doesn’t need to cost more than 100,000 dong per day. Bike parking Most sights have guarded parking areas. The going rate is 5,000 dong, which is around $ You’re technically not obligated to use them, but locals will kick up a fuss if you don’t. It seems to me like a fair way for them to earn a small income, so refusing to pay as some backpackers apparently do seems like a strange hill to die on. Don’t get tricked into paying any more than 10,000 dong though. Roads in Ninh Binh The roads around Tam Coc and Trang An are rural, flat, and fairly easy to ride. If you’re driving further afield though, apps like Google Maps will probably suggest taking the big motorways. Avoid them since they’re a real headache! The traffic is insane and can be very disorderly, so pick some random scenic roads through the rice fields instead. You probably don’t want to end up on a chaotic 3-lane motorway in Vietnam when there are far less stressful routes to take. Avoiding touts & hassle Staying in Ninh Binh seems mostly hassle-free, though one thing to keep in mind is that the Tam Coc boat tour is a known tourist trap. The boat people will pressure you to pay them more money or use tricks, like suggesting you buy products from them from a nearby seller who they sell the product back to later. If you don’t like dealing with hustlers and touts, either be very firm or go with the Trang An boat tour instead. By the way, some blogs from a few years ago describe Ninh Binh as a hidden gem that’s almost entirely devoid of tourists, but I think this might set unreasonable expectations. While Ninh Binh doesn’t usually feature in the standard Vietnam itineraries, it’s become more known in recent years. It is still much less discovered than many other sites in Vietnam though, especially Ha Long Bay. I much enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and think it’s one of the nicer places to visit in Vietnam. If you’re deciding where to go then you may feel you’ve got your hands full already with the likes of Hanoi, Sapa, Halong Bay and Hoi An, but it’s still highly worth adding Ninh Binh, if you can spare at least a day or two. Some links may be affiliate links, meaning I may earn commission from products or services I recommend. For more, see site policies. 7 Awesome Things to Do in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc, VietnamFor as small as they may seem, there are some truly unique and amazing things to do in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc. Whether you’re interested in hiking to the tallest viewpoint, paddling through caves, or soaking up the culture at the ancient capital, there’s a little something for province is home to breathtaking limestone formations that shoot up out of rice paddies and broad rivers. The town of Tam Coc is surrounded by the mountains on three sides, with some homestays nestled right up against the stark cliffs. You can explore the region by car, bike, and original plan for traveling through Vietnam had us skipping right over them, but some mishaps landed us there anyway. We’re glad they did because Ninh Binh turned out to be one of the most beautiful places we are seven awesome things to do in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc that you definitely should not pass Things to Do in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc1. Take a Boat Ride in Trang AnOpen 7am-4pm 225,000 VNDTam Coc Boat RideOf all the things to do in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc, this is probably the most popular. If you’ve seen stunning pictures of the province, it’s most likely of tourists taking a boat ride through the limestone mountains on a maze of boat tour passes through water caves under the cliffs and stops at temples hidden in the steep jungle terrain. The trip is fun and adventurous yet leisurely and are three different tour routes to choose from. Each varies in length and number of caves, but they all cost the same. The route longest takes about three people can fit in a boat plus the rowing guide. They like to fill the boats up, so you may have to wait for others to join if you have a smaller group. We had no problem with this, meeting a couple just outside the ticket booth to team up to paddle! You aren’t required to, but there is a paddle in the boat for each person if you want to help out. There are some snack stations along the way, and you can bring your own food to munch on at the An is about a 15-minute drive from both Ninh Binh and Tam Coc. It’s just south of the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, so you can easily visit both in the same Rent a Bike in Tam Coc30,000 VNDCycling in Tam CocYou can cycle to a surprising number of places in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc. Many homestays and hostels provide cheap bike rentals. The mountains can be deceiving because the area in between is flat and easy to cycle around. Even busier roads provide plenty of room for Binh itself is much larger than Tam Coc, so we’d suggest cycling around the latter. You can ride down Tam Coc’s quaint main street and around the lake. Try some small side alleys too, as many open up to expanses of lush rice paddies and views of the biking to Hang Mua Viewpoint, just 5 km from the center of town. The small, paved road is quiet and makes for some great photo opportunities. Once you hit the dirt road leading to Hang Mua, you’ll find plenty of bike parking at around 10,000 VND USD your way back through town, you can stop for lunch and then continue km west on the main road to Bich Dong Pagoda. Further details on this plenty of water for your ride and wear a hat and sunscreen. The hot, humid weather left us soaking in our shirts, but biking was an awesome way to see the countryside and get a bit of Climb the Steps to Hang Mua ViewpointOpen 6am-7pm 100,000 VNDHang Mua ViewpointFor some spectacular views, climb the 500 steps to Hang Mua Viewpoint. Located just 15 minutes from Ninh Binh and 10 minutes from Tam Coc by car, the viewpoint sits above a beautiful can wander around the grounds, walk out on the beautiful boardwalk over a field of lily pads, buy souvenirs and snacks at one of the small shops, and peek into Tiger Cave. Then take the long, steep staircase to the top. Don’t worry—there are plenty of places to stop and take a fork splits the staircase in two about halfway up. The right leads to a tower on the lower point. The left continues upward to the highest point where pagodas and an elaborate white dragon statue pagodas are easy to access, but the dragon statue is on a bed of sharp rock that requires a bit of scrambling. A crowd can build up as people try to take a picture with it, so wait for it to thin out before going for your photo the top, you will see all of Ninh Binh to the east and get an amazing view of the green fields and rivers of Tam Coc to the west. You can stay on the summit for as long as you feel like also recommend getting some ice cream from one of the shops when you return to the base of the mountain. It’s a well-earned reward!4. Explore Bich Dong PagodaOpen All Day Free Entry 10,000 VND for bike parkingBich Dong PagodaThere is far more to this little pagoda then there may seem. The picturesque entry lies half-hidden in the trees at the base of a limestone cliff. Passing through it, you will discover more temples protruding from the up the stairs to a temple built within a large cave and even more pagodas above that offer small views of the water Dong is only a short bike ride from downtown Tam Coc. You can catch a Grab or taxi from Ninh Binh to take you there a 15-minute ride. This is one of the simple, tranquil things to do in Ninh Binh during late-afternoons or you must cover your shoulders and knees in all the temples. You can wear shorts and a tank-top outside but bring extra clothing to put on before entering. Also, the temple in the cave is very dark, so bring a flashlight or use the one on your Watch the Birds Thung Nham Bird ParkOpen Varies 100,000 VNDThe Thung Nham Bird Park is expansive, with plenty of walkways and paths to explore, rivers and lakes, and even a hotel and arrived near dusk to see the Asian Openbill Storks and Egrets flying in to roost in the trees. They do this every evening, and you can watch hundreds of them noisily soar from the skies and jockey for a position in the if you really want to experience the park, go earlier in the day to tour it. Then, simply stay until dusk to see the birds arrive. Boat rides are available for birdwatching as Thung Nham Bird Park is about a 30-minute bike ride from Tam Coc. Otherwise, it is 20 minutes from Tam Coc and 30 minutes from Ninh Binh by Grab or note The Thung Nham Bird Park’s hours vary, but it may close around dusk when you’re there to watch the birds. If that happens, it can be very difficult to find a ride back into town. Therefore, arrange your return trip ahead of time so you don’t end up walking a mile or two on the Visit the Ancient Capital of Hoa LuOpen 7am-4pm 20,000 VNDHoa Lu Ancient CapitalThe Hoa Lu Ancient Capital dates back to the 900s. It served as Vietnam’s capital city for only 50 years, but it still contains many temples to can explore the ancient grounds yourself or take a guided tour to learn more about the history of the kings and dynasties that lived capital comes alive during springtime with an annual festival to commemorate the kings who established it. The festival takes place over the third month of the lunar calendar and reenacts traditional ceremonies and games. You can either watch or participate in the boisterous Try Tofu in Tomato SauceWe know what you’re thinking. Tofu in tomato sauce? That sounds kind of it is actually pretty woman at our homestay told us we needed to try it, so we ordered it at our first dinner in Tam Coc. We’re not sure if it’s supposed to be an appetizer or an entire meal, but expect a giant plate of yummy goodness if you get it. Tofu in tomato sauce is available on most menus in the area and makes for a unique Vietnamese Long to Stay in Ninh BinhStay at least three days in Ninh Binh to fully immerse yourself. This will give you plenty of time to explore the local area and visit the many outdoor our homestay had a wonderful courtyard where you can hang out and enjoy the view of the mountains which are so iconic of Ninh Binh. If you want this enjoyable experience then consider booking Tam Coc Green Garden to Get to Ninh BinhVietnam is a sliver of a country in some areas—only 31 miles wide at its narrowest point. This makes it easy to decide on a travel route. Most tourists travel from south to north or vice versa, and Ninh Binh is an easy stop either are three main ways to get to Ninh Binh motorbike, train, and bus. Which you choose simply depends on personal preference. Planes are also an option if you are short on time, but you will miss plenty of amazing culture in can usually be booked through your hotel or guesthouse. They often have direct connections and can make a reservation for you. Alternatively, there are some booking links below which you can use to make your own advance – Ninh Binh is a 2 hour motorbike ride from Hanoi and about 8 hours from Phong your own motorbike can be one of the best ways to explore Vietnam. This allows you complete freedom to stop when and where you want along the way. You often get to see many places that other tourists this sounds ideal to you, then look no further than this Vietnam motorbike route which has a super-comprehensive itinerary—so you don’t have to fret over the little to get a motorbike? Check out this complete guide on how to buy a motorbike in Vietnam. Many places also offer rentals if you don’t want to commit to – Taking the train in Vietnam can be a surprisingly rewarding experience. You’ll get a totally different view from the train window than you would via road. Trains also offer a great opportunity to chat with locals. Some rides are relatively short while others span an entire train from Hanoi to Ninh Binh takes hours and runs three times each day. It costs approximately 12-15 USD and makes for a smooth ride through the train from Dong Hoi to Ninh Binh takes hours and runs two times per day. It costs 25-30 USD. Dong Hoi is the closest train station to Phong Nha and takes about 90 minutes to reach by bus or – Buses are a popular option for traveling around Vietnam because they are cheap and generally reliable, though sometimes arrive late. Sleeper buses are almost available for long-distance bus from Hanoi to Ninh Binh costs about 10 USD and takes 2-3 hours. It leaves six times a day from Hanoi, so you can be flexible with your departure sleeper from Phong Nha to Ninh Binh bus is available for 12-15 USD. It departs at 9pm and arrives at 4am with a duration of 9 hours. Let your next hotel know you will be arriving in the wee hours of the morning to ensure a smooth BudgetBelow is our complete spending breakdown per person for 3 days in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc. This allows for all activities listed in this article, eating out every meal, a Vietnamese coffee addition, and a private bungalow at a nice Ninh Binh, we stayed in a private bungalow which was definitely worth the extra few dollars a night. The room was exquisite and the local family running it was extremely friendly and 3 nightsFoodTransportActivities520k VND735k VND340k VND485k VND22 USD32 USD15 USD10 USD Everyone has a different travel budget so there is no single answer for this. However, as recent college graduates, we travel on a tighter budget than many others. If this applies to you then check out our detailed budget for backpacking through Vietnam on only $30 a day!Suggested Hotels in Ninh BinhNinh Binh is a great city, but Tam Coc makes for a lovelier stay. It’s smaller, closer to the mountains, and filled with an equally vibrant local and tourist stayed in Tam Coc during our time in the region, and it didn’t disappoint. Here are some options for accommodation in Tam Coc for a range of budgetsBudget Hostels You can often find a nice, clean room for 5-10 USD/night, some including breakfast. The Banana Tree Hostel is a hotspot for young travelers. It’s got a pool, a ping pong table, awesome beds, and great ambiance. Plus it’s located right in the center of Bungalows and Homestays Tam Coc is packed full of incredible homestays for amazing prices usually 8-25 USD/night. Tam Coc Green Garden Homestay is off the main street and a more secluded. The bungalows back up to the rice paddies with views of the mountains. The bungalows face a beautiful inner courtyard pond with a restaurant and bike rentals, and the host is incredibly and High-End Homestays Nicer hotels will cost around 25 USD/night or more, but they provide the nicest amenities and best locations. Little Tam Coc has beautiful rooms, superb mountain views, and awesome staff who will help you with anything you to Next?If your time in Vietnam is not over yet and you are still looking for some epic adventures, we have you back to Hanoi? Check out this complete Hanoi travel guide with some not so touristy attractions around the expat area, hidden cafes where you’d least expect, and some beautiful temples to wander you’re traveling south across Vietnam, your next stop should be Phong Nha. Find everything you need to know in this Phong Nha travel guide with details on caves, farm stays, and a rooftop bar with an epic sunset view over the rice fields.….Even after a long weekend packed full of adventurous activities, there are still more things to do in Ninh Binh. If you have the time, try visiting the towering Bai Dinh Pagoda, hiking through the quiet Van Long Nature Reserve, or touring the Kenh Ga Floating didn’t get around to these things, but that’s the nature of travel—there’s always something to return for. Exploring outside the tourist box can sometimes lead to the best of the rural mountains of the north to the busy cities of the coast, discover more incredible sights you can’t miss in the ultimate Vietnam travel Author Bio Mel and Sierra are best friends who love to explore the world through attainable adventures. Between the two of them, they’ve visited 28 countries and five continents. They believe travel is one of the best ways to establish a unified global community, so they share their experiences and mishaps on the blog Mainly Misfits in hopes of opening the door for other daydreaming vagabonds. On their site, you can find itineraries, travel tips, stories, and more from their journeys across Southeast Asia, Europe, Oceania, North America, and Africa.> Check out Mainly Misfits latest travel updates on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and PinterestCover Photo by Ruslan Bardash on UnsplashTam Coc Boat Photo by Sushant Vohra on Unsplash

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