Private car from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh is the fastest and most convenient way to go. It is the perfect choice for families and friends who want to be in control of your own itinerary and schedule. 

Halong Bay and Ninh Binh are two northern provinces in Vietnam. They are famous for their picturesque landscape. These two attractions draw millions of visitors annually.

If you would like to book a taxi from Halong to Ninh Binh to explore a destination steeped in history with breathtaking highlights, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Vietnam Trust Car Rental offers you a transfer from Halong to Ninh Binh by private car. Along the route, you can rest assured and relax to enjoy the scenery.

The driver is willing to stop at some famous attractions for you to take a stroll and explore, such as: Tam Coc - Bich Dong, Trang An Complex, Phat Diem Stone Church, Hoa Lu Ancient City, Cuc Phuong National Park and many more.

How far is it from Halong to Ninh Binh?

Connecting two of Northern Vietnam's most iconic destinations, the 207 km route from Halong to Ninh Binh is a must-visit path. Whether you prefer the local experience of a bus or the adventure of a motorbike, there is an option for every budget.

However, for those seeking a stress-free 3.5-hour journey, a private taxi to Ninh Binh from Halong Bay is undoubtedly the best way to go. It offers the perfect balance of flexibility and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the scenery while a professional driver handles the road.

Map showing the 207km route for a Private Car from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh with an estimated travel time of 2 hours 57 minutes via Haiphong

Halong Bay is not only a must-visit place in Vietnam, but it is also recognized as one of the seven natural marvels by the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

From ancient times, Ninh Binh has been renowned as a land of wonders and cultural heritage, blessed by nature with many stunning landscapes, poetic scenery, and famous landmarks such as: the Trang An scenic complex, the ancient capital of Hoa Lu with its glorious history, the vast beauty of Mua Cave, the Tam Coc - Bich Dong complex, the breathtakingly beautiful Van Long Lagoon, etc.

Besides that, Ninh Binh also contains a treasure trove of traditional cultural and spiritual values ​​and preserves many historical imprints from the Dinh, Ly, Tien, and Le dynasties.

Private car from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

Transfer from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh by private car is the most suitable service for a long trip to save costs and to ensure safety for couples and families with little children.

You don’t need to waste time finding public buses and taxis; besides, the pricing is often vague. Book a private car from Vietnam Trust Car Rental Company, and you can save time, get clear pricing, choose from various car models, and have professional drivers.

We provide a door-to-door service; you only let us know the departure time and pick-up location. Our drivers will pick you up on time and assist with luggage loading.

They have long experience in serving foreign tourists and are helpful, so that you can enjoy the trip and rest with peace of mind. They also do not smoke, so our cars are fresh and clean at all times to help passengers avoid car sickness.

We have a wide range of vehicles, like: sedan 4-seat, SUV 7-seat, Van 16-seat, Minibus 29-seat, Bus 45-seat, and luxury vehicles: Limousine. We offer a fleet car with the newest model from 2023 to 2025.

A group of foreign travelers relaxing inside a premium Private Car from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh before exploring Ninh Binh's landmarks

Just give us the hotel location at least 2 days in advance, so that the driver can pick you up at the lobby with your name sign. In case you are a cruise guest and request to be picked up at the Halong Port entrance gate.

You have to provide us with the cruise ship information, and where you want the driver pick you up.

Your driver will be waiting for you, holding a personalized greeting sign for easy recognition. Once met, we will begin your safe and comfortable transfer from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh.

To ensure a pleasant journey, we can stop at renowned local spots where you can stretch your legs, savor authentic Vietnamese coffee, or enjoy a delicious lunch.

Furthermore, our travel experts are available to tailor your itinerary, allowing you to explore Ninh Binh’s iconic landmarks like Mua Cave, Hoa Lu, and Tam Coc, or the breathtaking Trang An Complex and Bai Dinh Pagoda.

Then, the driver will drop you off at the hotel or resort in Ninh Binh.

 Best price will be charged as follows:

 Note: The prices do not apply for New Year & Chinese New Year.

The Ninh Binh Full Day tour from Halong Bay

07:00 AM: The driver pick you up at the hotel or Halong Bay Cruise Ship Port (Tuan Chau Port)

10:00 AM: Arrive in Ninh Binh. The vehicle and driver will take you to visit and admire Bai Dinh, a large pagoda complex with many Asian and Vietnamese records, such as the pagoda with the largest gilded bronze Buddha statue in Asia, and the pagoda with a bronze Maitreya statue in Southeast Asia... 

You will explore the largest and most record-breaking pagoda in Vietnam first. From the parking lot, you will take an electric tram to the entrance of Bai Dinh Pagoda (approximately 3km).

Breathtaking view of Trang An in Ninh Binh featuring limestone karsts, lush greenery, and peaceful river boat tours

11:30 AM: Guests board the electric tram to return to the tram ticket area. Then, transfer to a vehicle to the restaurant for lunch.

12:00 PM: Guests will have lunch with Ninh Binh's local specialties.

1:00 PM: The vehicle will take you to Trang An Scenic Landscape, an ecological tourist area within the Trang An World Heritage Complex. It is a prominent tourist destination not only in Vietnam but also in Southeast Asia and the world.

It has been classified as a particularly important national monument by the Vietnamese Government and recognized as a dual World Heritage site by UNESCO since 2014.

Unlike the hustle and bustle of the city or the lively atmosphere of the coast, Trang An nestles in gentle beauty amidst lush green mountains. The tranquil, serene beauty of nature, imbued with time, makes many who visit Trang An want to return again and again.

1:30 PM: Arrive at the entrance to the Trang An scenic area. The driver will issue tickets and take you to the boat dock, the starting point for a boat trip to explore the hidden beauty of Trang An.

Small boats will take visitors to admire the picturesque mountains and rivers, and visit historical sites within the Trang An scenic complex.  

Taking a boat tour of the Trang An  Scenic Landscape Complex involves several routes, each with a different itinerary for the outbound journey, and some routes share the same route for the return journey. Therefore, the destinations and duration of this trip will vary.

• Route 1: Boat dock – Trinh Temple – Dark Cave – Bright Cave – Wine Brewing Cave – Tran Temple – Three Drops Cave – Seo Cave – Son Duong Cave – Khong Palace – Bao Hieu Pagoda – Khong Cave – Tran Cave – Quy Hau Cave.
• Route 2: Boat dock – Lam Cave – Cao Son Temple – Vang Cave – Thanh Truot Cave – Suoi Tien Temple – Dai Cave – Vu Lam Royal Palace – Visitor Center.
• Route 3: Boat dock – Trinh Temple – May Cave – Fairy Stream – Dia Linh Cave – Dai Cave – Vu Lam Royal Palace  – Visitor Center.

Vietnam Trust Car Rental has chosen route 2 for you to experience:

Following the Sao Khe River downstream, a small boat will take you on a journey through a picturesque landscape. The pristine beauty of the Rocky Mountains and geological formations rising above the water, stacked upon one another, reveals their grandeur and magnificence.

If you visit on a drizzly day, you will see mist swirling around the mountain peaks, creating a truly poetic scene.

On your journey, you will first arrive at Lam Cave, which is 60 meters long. After passing through Lam Cave by boat, you will reach Lam Valley,  which covers an area of ​​over 9,000 square meters.

A stunning view from inside a limestone cave looking out towards the emerald waters and lush green mountains of Trang An, Ninh Binh

Following the Sao Khe River, which has weathered the ups and downs of history but still retains its crystal-clear, emerald-green waters,  Lam Cave appears before your eyes in its majestic beauty.

Passing through the Lam Cave, the next stop is the Cao Son Temple, dedicated to a deity from the time of the 18th Hung King who contributed to defeating the Shu army, controlling floods, and developing agricultural production.

The temple was built, renovated, and restored in 2017 in the area near the ancient Cao Son Temple.

After offering incense and paying respects at Cao Son Temple, visitors will continue their journey to explore Vang Cave,  which is 250 meters long.

According to locals, the name 'Vang' comes from the loud echo created when rowing a boat through the cave. Besides this name, locals also call it Fish Cave because it is home to many different species of fish.

Passing through  Vang Cave leads to Thuy Dinh. This is where traditional musical instruments and folk culture are performed during festivals. Surrounded by majestic limestone mountains, Thuy Dinh was built and restored many years ago.

In addition, in front of Thuy Dinh is a mountain resembling feathers stretching across the sky like a phoenix. Located right in front of the Vu Lam Royal Palace complex, Thuy Dinh embodies traditional architecture and the tranquility of a village pavilion. It is also known as one of the hottest check-in spots in Trang An, attracting a large number of tourists.     

Ancient Vietnamese pavilion Thuy Dinh reflecting on the calm river water with a backdrop of dramatic mountain peaks in Trang An

Passing by Thuy Dinh is the Thanh Truot Cave,  where, according to legend, during the reign of King Ly Than Tong, when Saint Nguyen Minh Khong passed through to find medicine for the king, he was so captivated by the scenery that he slipped and fell, hence the name Thanh Truot Cave (Sacred Slip Cave).

After visiting Thanh Truot Cave, passing by Dia Linh Mountain, which stands majestically in the middle of the water like a pen tower, you will reach Suoi Tien Temple, where Saint Quynh Minh Dai Vuong and his wife are worshipped.

Amidst the gentle sound of oars, the boatman takes visitors to a large cave, 150 meters long. True to its name, Dai Cave is one of the largest caves in the Trang An ecological tourist area. Dai Cave is 200 meters long, and its interior is incredibly spacious and airy.

At the end of the tour, you will visit the Vu Lam Royal Palace, a military base of the Tran Dynasty, located in the core area of ​​the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex.

In the past, this was the base established by the early kings of the Tran Dynasty to consolidate their forces for counterattacks and liberate Dai Viet during the resistance against the second and third Mongol invasions.

This place is also associated with the event of the Tran kings renouncing their worldly lives to become monks and promote Buddhism. 

Guests will board the boat to return to the starting point. On the way back, guests can also take advantage of the opportunity to take more beautiful photos on the boat to enrich their collection of photos from their one-day Trang An - Bai Dinh tour.

4:00 PM: The boat will return to the original pier, and guests will then board the bus to return to Hanoi.

7:30 PM: Arrive back in Hanoi. The vehicle and driver will drop the group off at the initial pick-up point. The one-day Trang An – Bai Dinh Pagoda tour concludes.

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  This is the sample tour program. We can be flexible for the time and itinerary that will follow your schedule and plan.

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