The ancient capital of Ninh Binh has long been a tourist destination that attracts thousands of travel enthusiasts to explore. However, some of you are still wondering which beautiful and new attractions to choose here. Don’t worry, we will suggest you a very detailed 2-day-1-night Ninh Binh travel itinerary below!

The best time to travel to Ninh Binh for 2 days and 1 night

The ancient capital of Ninh Binh always brings a very unique beauty to visitors at different times of the year. Therefore, you can always arrange a schedule to visit here.

-Spring time: the weather in Ninh Binh from January to March is very cool, fresh and a little chilly in the early spring days. At this time, you will have the opportunity to both explore the scenic spots of Ninh Binh and participate in the spring festival.

-Summer time: From April to June is the “golden time” to travel to Ninh Binh. Under the scorching summer sun, with cool breezes, you will be able to freely roam every corner of Ninh Binh, especially have unique photos of this land.

Day 1 – Hoa Lư Ancient Capital – Tam Coc – Bích Động

Morning

Cycling around the countryside of Hoa Lư, the former capital of Vietnam. Visit the temples of King Đinh and King Lê, nestled between limestone karsts.

Continue by bike through quiet villages and rice paddies towards Tam Cốc.

Afternoon

Take a boat trip in Tam Coc (Ngo Dong River). Glide through three caves(Hang cả, Hang Hai, Hang Ba) while admiring cliffs and rice fields.

Visit Bích Động Pagoda, a charming 3 -tier pagoda built into a limestone mountain

Evening

Enjoy a countryside dinner in Tam Cốc or stay overnight in a homestay/ hotel with mountain views.

Day 2 – Tràng An – Múa Cave – Local Villages

Moring

Cycle or drive to Trang An Scenic Complex (UNESCO site). Take a boat ride through a different waterway with multiple caves and temples hidden among karsts.

Option: Visit Bái Đính Pagoda, the largest Buddhist complex in Vietnam.

Afternoon

Hike up Múa Cave (Hang Múa) foe panoramic views of Tam Cốc and the Ngo Dong River – especially stunning in late afternoon.

If time permits, cycle through local villages around Ninh Bình to experience rural life

Evening

Return to Hanoi or stay one more night in Ninh Bình for a relaxed pace.

Hightlights covered in 2 days:

Cycling through rice fields & villages

Boat trips in Tam Cốc and Trang An (different routes, both worth it)

Historical sites (Hoa Lư temples, Bich Dong Pagoda, optional Bai Dinh)

Stunning viewpoint at Múa Cave