TEMPLES & SHRINES · HANOI TEMPLE TOURS
The dawn slots and the capped tickets go weeks ahead. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ once you are inside.
Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Ninh Binh for Bai Dinh Pagoda, the Mua Cave climb, and a sampan ride through Trang An’s caves. An English-speaking guide such as Duc, Kate, Ruby, or Jadon leads the day, with lunch, tickets, and transport included.
“That was great trip ruby was excellent as a tour guide”
Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh in a small group of up to 10, visit grand Bai Dinh Pagoda, eat a local buffet, row through Trang An caves, and climb about 500 steps at Mua Cave. Guides such as Ruby, Jack, and Quyen have been praised for clear explanations and friendly service.
“The tour was beyond my expectations. I’ve been to SaPa Funsipan, so I was expecting similar experience. But Black Lady Mountain blew it out of the sky. There is so much to see and the facilities were amazing. Unfortunately, because of the diRead more”
Travel from Hanoi to Perfume Pagoda with an English-speaking guide such as Minh, ride a rowboat along Yen Stream, visit Thien Tru and Huong Tich Cave, and return after lunch. You can walk the mountain path or pay extra for the cable car.
“This tour was not for the faint hearted but was so worth it! The boat ride takes you on a peaceful journey to the pagoda. There’s a lot of stairs to climb and it can get very hot. Take the cable car unless you are starting very early in the morning before the heat. On the way the hospitality is outstanding with a delicious meal served with an access to cold water and fans. Our guide was very informative providing us with an excellent overview of the area and cultural significance of perfume pagoda. The views were sensational and it was a very enjoyable day.”
Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh with an English-speaking guide, visiting Bai Dinh Pagoda, the Trang An waterways and Mua Cave. Expect a long but well-filled day, a buffet lunch, rural views, a cave boat ride and a steep climb to Ngoa Long Mountain. Guides may include Harry, Sy, Nemo, Tezzy or Hai.
“fantastic day out well worth the money. team Harry absolutely made the day the best guide we've ever had. the kayaking could do with being abit shorter or get out the for a 10min stretch half way. climbing upto the dragon isn't for the faint hearted but the views were stunning. all round fantastic day”
Sunrise, sunset, on foot or by tuk-tuk.
