Trang An boat tour is a favorite activity of tourists when coming to Ninh Binh. Sailing in Vietnam is a special activity, drawing crowds from all over the world who come to the city to admire its many caves and temples, while you can also enjoy a peaceful boat ride.
Where are Trang An and its history
Trang An is located in Truong Yen commune, about 3 km from Hoa Lu ancient capital, 7 km from Ninh Binh city, and 100 km from Hanoi capital. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, it is also listed by the Vietnamese government as an important national monument – one of the must-see attractions in Ninh Binh.
Trang An has a limestone mountain ecosystem with a geological age of about 250 million years. Through the long process of weathering of the earth, and climate change, ocean forward and backward oceans have formed hundreds of valleys. , cave, lake, lagoon. This scenic area is a well-preserved place, containing many wetland ecosystems, forests on limestone hills, archaeological relics, and historical and cultural relics.
Which is the best time to enjoy Trang An boat tour
Due to the typical weather of Ninh Binh, you can take a boat trip at any time of the year.
January to March attracts many locals, especially after the lunar calendar. It is spring now, the weather is neither hot nor cold, sunny or rainy, very convenient to enjoy the scenery by boat. This season is also the season for many festivals here, which can be combined with visiting festivals or going to pagodas.
If you come to Trang An in the period from July to September is the season of ripe rice, watching the golden rice fields, you definitely must not miss this time.
June is a bit hot but the sky is clear, with little rain, is the season of lotus bloom.
How to get to Trang An boat tour
Previously, there was no public transport to Trang An. Therefore, depending on your location, you should use the means listed here.
From Ninh Binh city center
If you are in Ninh Binh or Tam Coc, the best way to get to Trang An is by motorbike or taxi. You can rent motorbikes for 150,000 VND/day, and taxis for about 15,000 VND/km.
A small tip for you is to take a metered taxi to avoid being overcharged. Such as Mai Linh Taxi, Hoa Lu Taxi, Xuan Thanh Taxi, and Van Xuan Taxi… these are the best taxis in Ninh Binh
From Hanoi City
There are many tour companies that offer 1 or 2-day tours in Ninh Binh. If you choose Ninh Binh for 1 day tour combined with Trang An, usually the service will include transportation.
Alternatively, you can travel by train from Hanoi. You need to buy tickets at Hanoi Railway Station, 120 Le Duan, Hoan Kiem District.
Travel time from Hanoi to Ninh Binh station is quite long. Seat trains cost about $5 each way. It takes 2 – 2.5 hours by train to Ninh Binh station.
How much does it cost to travel to Trang An boat tour?
From January 19, 2023
- The entrance ticket price is 250,000 VND per person
- Children over 1.3m tall: same price as adults.
- Children from 0.8m to 1.3m tall: 120,000 VND/person.
- Children under 0.8m tall are free.
Minimum of 3 people per boat – if you are traveling alone or a couple, you can share with other travelers Opening hours: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours.
Where to stay in Trang An?
Trang An is a beautiful countryside with many limestone mountains and rice fields. Accommodations here are mainly bungalows, B&Bs, or small hotels.
Many visitors like to stop here because of the breathtaking views.
There are many types of rooms, from dormitory rooms (from $9/night) to private rooms. The room was big, clean, and breakfast was included. Some bungalows also have swimming pools.
Suggested itinerary for Hanoi full-day Trang An boat tour
On the Trang An boat, not far from Hanoi, you can combine visiting some famous attractions in Ninh Binh as follows:
Option #1: Trang An boat tour+ Hoa Lo Ancient City – about 3 km from Trang An (10th century Hoa Lo (968 – 1010. Visitors can visit Dinh and Le temples).
Option #2: Boat tour to Trang An + Bai Dinh Pagoda is one of the largest Buddhist complexes in Southeast Asia, this temple has achieved many records in Vietnam and Asia, such as
- Giant bronze bell in Vietnam.
- Asia’s largest Buddha statue
- Golden Buddha
- Giant bronze Maitreya Buddha statue in Southeast Asia
Option #3: Trang An Boat Tour + Mua Cave. Cave means jumping cave. Visitors can climb 500 stone steps to reach the top. From here, you can enjoy the most beautiful panoramic view of Ninh Binh.
Option #4: Trang An Boat + Bai Dinh Pagoda + Mua Cave.
Option #5: Trang An boat tour+ Ancient Chinese Capital + Mua Cave.
Option #6: Take a boat trip to Trang An + Tam Coc (if you want to compare which is better, you can choose to go both places).
Option #7: Trang An Boat Tour + Thung Nham Bird (located in Hai Nham commune, Hoa Lu district, this is one of the largest bird flocks in Vietnam, visitors can immerse themselves in the wild nature).
Option #8: Boat tour to Trang An + Cuc Phuong National Park (This is the first national park of Vietnam, like a giant nature museum, with many species of flora and fauna. You can enjoy thousands of years old trees.
Option #9: Boat trip to Trang An + Van Long Nature Reserve (one of the best nature reserves in Vietnam)
Here are our suggestions for a full-day tour combo – Bai Dinh Pagoda – Mua Cave:
Outstanding
- Visit Bai Dinh – one of the largest pagodas in Vietnam.
- Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch
- Enjoy a unique boat tour of Trang An architectural complex
- Cycle around the countryside with a Vietnamese tea party
- Conquer the Mua Cave
7h30-8h00: The tour guide picks you up at your hotel or confirmed meeting point in Hanoi Old Quarter.
10:30: We will arrive at Bai Dinh Pagoda, the first destination of this trip. Coming here, visitors can admire many unique and monumental Buddhist architectural works and achieve many records of Vietnam and Asia such as the 500 Rahan Statue which is the largest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam, 10m high, weighing 100 tons.
12h10: Get in the car, go to a local restaurant, and enjoy a buffet lunch including spring rolls, lamb, rice pot, and other traditional delicacies.
13:20 – 13:25: After lunch, continue to the port and board a boat to visit Trang An complex with many beautiful limestone mountains. They have a lot of beautiful stalagmites and stalactites of different colors.
15:30 – 15:40: After that, you will cycle around the village and enjoy a cup of Vietnamese tea
16:00: Continue to visit Mua Cave
17h00 – 17h10: Get on the bus back to Hanoi.
19:20 – 19:30: Arrive in Hanoi, drop off at Hanoi Old Quarter hotel – end of the tour
Tips for Trang An boat tour you need to know
Here are all the things you should know before heading to Trang An for a great boat trip:
- If you are planning a trip to Trang An from Hanoi at noon, don’t forget to bring an umbrella or hat to block the sun and rain.
- Wearing a life jacket. It is included in the Trang An boat tour ticket.
- It is recommended to bring water and snacks, as the tour takes about 3 hours.
- Each boat has extra oars. If you want, you can use them to experience the traditional way of sailing under the guinea of the locals.
- If you don’t have much time, please refer to the detailed itinerary from Hanoi to Trang An. For convenience, we put all of these at the bottom of this article.
Some attractions near Trang An that you may want to visit:
- Mua Cave – Vietnam’s “Great Wall”
- Bai Dinh Pagoda, Ninh Binh, Vietnam
- Tam Coc
- Ngo Dong river
- Bich Dong Pagoda
With all information. If you are still worried about planning a smooth boat trip, we hope you enjoy your boat trip in Trang An.
The limestone mountains jutting out of the river look beautiful – on the river. So it’s not uncommon to see a city that captures the interest of tourists.
You can also easily visit Mua Cave, Thai Vi Temple, or the Tam Coc area. Because these destinations are not too far from each other.
The last option is to relax. This route has the fewest destinations and the shortest time, which can quickly visit Trang An.
If you want to see limestone mountains, photographer: you want to travel less and have more time to take pictures, this trail is definitely for you. Also, the boat tour is slower-paced, so you have more time to visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
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- Trang An Grottoes opening hours: Sunday – Saturday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
- We recommend booking Trang An Cave tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you have booked with us, you can cancel up to 24 hours before departure and receive a full refund.
- Hotels near Trang An Cave:
- An Phu Homestay
- Limestone View B&B
- Trang An Precious B&B
- Ninh Binh Vancouver Hotel
- Friendly House
- Restaurants in Trang An
- Bao An Restaurant
- Trung Tuyet Restaurant
- An Khang bread and drinks
When you come to Ninh Binh, you will be happy to visit Trang An boat tour. These are all things you should know before going on a boat tour in Trang An.
If you are still not sure how to plan a sensible boat trip in Trang An, please feel free to contact Annie’s team for more information and make a plan for your trip
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