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Top 15 1-Day Tours from Hanoi

36 tours  ·  from $22

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 1-day tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Hanoi/Ninh Binh: 1-Day Tam Coc/Trang An, Hoa Lu & Mua Caves - The morning bus ride from Hanoi
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Hanoi/Ninh Binh: 1-Day Tam Coc/Trang An, Hoa Lu & Mua Caves

1.Hanoi/Ninh Binh: 1-Day Tam Coc/Trang An, Hoa Lu & Mua Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,706 reviews · from $45Our pick

Travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh for Hoa Lu’s royal temples, a sampan ride through Tam Coc or Trang An caves, village cycling, and the steep climb at Mua Cave. Guides such as Gary, Thang, Hai, and Hop are praised for clear English, good pacing, and friendly help throughout this busy but rewarding day.

“Excellent tour. Our tour guide Thang Dang was very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Every place we visited was amazing. Just one suggestion to the guide is to bring a cooler with some ice to keep the water cold for the group specifically in summer months. Thanks 👍👏👏”

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Ninh Binh Day Trip: Hoa Lu-Trang An/Tam Coc-Mua Cave-Cycling-Boat - The 7 a.m. departure from Hanoi
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Ninh Binh Day Trip: Hoa Lu-Trang An/Tam Coc-Mua Cave-Cycling-Boat

2.Ninh Binh Day Trip: Hoa Lu-Trang An/Tam Coc-Mua Cave-Cycling-Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,886 reviews · from $43Top rated

Spend 11 to 12 hours exploring Ninh Binh by shuttle, bicycle, bamboo boat, and foot. Visit Hoa Lu’s royal temples, row through Trang An grottoes, and climb about 500 steps at Mua Cave. Guides such as Liam, Max, James, Tim, and Jason are praised for clear English and good group care.

“The tour guide hit on me via WhatsApp the minute he saw me arriving at by the pick-up point. Unsolicited & unprofessional. I felt like we were rushing through the activities & moving from one location to the next without the oppoRead more”

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Ninh Binh Day Trip: Bai Dinh-Trang An-Mua Cave, Buffet, Boat, Bus - Bai Dinh Pagoda and its oversized numbers
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Ninh Binh Day Trip: Bai Dinh-Trang An-Mua Cave, Buffet, Boat, Bus

3.Ninh Binh Day Trip: Bai Dinh-Trang An-Mua Cave, Buffet, Boat, Bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,183 reviews · from $55

Spend 11 to 12 hours exploring Ninh Binh from Hanoi. Visit record-setting Bai Dinh Pagoda, eat a Vietnamese buffet, row through Trang An caves, and climb nearly 500 steps at Mua Cave. The tour includes transport, tickets, lunch, water, and an English-speaking guide, with groups capped at 29.

“Enjoyable and educational visit to Ninh Binh where we learnt about Vietnamese history at the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Had a lovely time cruising down the river through limestone caves and a challenging climb to what was a phenomenal view of the area. U need to put aside some money for tips but it was a day we'll spent.”

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PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat - From Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Tuan Chau Marina
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PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat

4.PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,007 reviews · from $160

Leave Hanoi at 8:30 for a full-day Ha Long Bay outing with guides such as Hai, Gam, Robert, or Jacky. Cruise past Fighting Cocks Island, explore Thien Cung Cave, kayak or ride a bamboo boat into peaceful lagoons, and return by about 18:00.

“Had a great time. Saw so much of the bay. Guide was very helpful and nice even offered to stop at extra caves and places along the way. Never felt rushed even when the kids stopped for coconuts.”

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Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer - Morning pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter
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Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer

5.Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 933 reviews · from $45

You’ll spend a long day on Halong Bay with an English-speaking guide, six-plus hours aboard a modern cruise, a seafood buffet, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, kayaking or a bamboo boat at Luon Cave, and a sunset party. Duy is one guide specifically praised for smooth organization.

“Speed boat ride through the Ha Long Bay & cave visiting were very enjoyable. Food & guide were also very good.”

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Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Trip - Luxury Cruise & Buffet Lunch - The limousine ride and the early Hanoi pickup
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Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Trip – Luxury Cruise & Buffet Lunch

6.Ha Long Bay Day Trip – Luxury Cruise & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 673 reviews · from $62

Spend 12 hours moving from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay in a comfortable limousine, then cruise among limestone islands aboard a 5-star boat. You’ll visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, swim at Ti Top Island, and finish with a sunset snack party. Guides such as Tinh, Henry, and Jason lead the day.

“Trinh was an amazing guide - we had such a good time and learnt a lot about the history and the area. The activities were so well organised and the boat, food and service was top notch. Everything ran so smoothly right from pickup. Highly recommend - it’s great value and a must see. A personal thanks from us, Trinh, for a memorable day. We wish you the best with the future and will carry very happy memories of our day at Ha Long Bay ☺️”

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Private Ha Long bay day trip(From Hanoi city or Halong harbour) - Ba Hang, where you choose a kayak or bamboo boat
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Private Ha Long bay day trip(From Hanoi city or Halong harbour)

7.Private Ha Long bay day trip(From Hanoi city or Halong harbour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 657 reviews · from $159

Leave Hanoi around 8:00 to 8:30 for a full day on Ha Long Bay. You’ll cruise past famous limestone islets, eat Vietnamese seafood, visit Thien Cung and Dau Go caves, and choose kayaking or a bamboo boat at Ba Hang. Guides such as Hien, Ha, and Tony are praised for friendly service.

“Wonderful private tour of Ha Long Bay for my friend and I from Hien. I’ve wanted to visit for years and he helped make our day feel very special. He was very thorough with his explanation of history, we never felt lost or confused, and his kindness and friendliness makes him a wonderful addition to your memories made in Ha Long Bay.”

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Hanoi: Halong Bay Day Trip with Titop Island, Cave, & Kayak - The Hanoi pickup and long road to Tuan Chau
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Hanoi: Halong Bay Day Trip with Titop Island, Cave, & Kayak

8.Halong Bay Day Trip with Titop Island, Cave, & Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 528 reviews · from $40

Join an English-speaking guide such as Tom, Sunny, or Tinh for a full Halong Bay day from Hanoi. Cruise to Sung Sot Cave, kayak or row at Luon Cave, climb or swim at Titop Island, and enjoy lunch, fruit, cakes, and wine aboard the boat.

“Sunny - great tour guide and a great guy. And also a big Amir Khan fan. Very funny guy.”

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Halong bay 5star Cruise Day Trip: Buffet lunch & Limousine bus - Boarding at 11:45 and settling in for lunch
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Halong bay 5star Cruise Day Trip: Buffet lunch & Limousine bus

9.Halong bay 5star Cruise Day Trip: Buffet lunch & Limousine bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 388 reviews · from $35

Travel from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay by limousine bus, board at Tuan Chau Marina, and spend the day among limestone islets. Your guide leads you through Surprise Cave and Titop Island, with a seafood buffet, cooking class, optional kayaking, and a sunset party on the return cruise.

“Halong Bay is amazing! If you can't stay the night out there, then do this tour! Our guide Thanh was fantastic!”

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Halong Bay In Just One Day with Ti Top Island - The Hanoi to Halong Bay bus ride
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Halong Bay In Just One Day with Ti Top Island

10.Halong Bay In Just One Day with Ti Top Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 370 reviews · from $49

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Hanoi to Halong Bay, with hotel pickup, a seafood lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave kayaking or bamboo boats, and Ti Top Island. Guides such as Long, Linh, Phong, and Tommy are praised for clear English and good humor.

“Our tour guide was funny and knowledgeable. He spoke English. Ha long bay was beautiful and the wooden boat ride was a great experience.”

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Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip - The Endangered Primate Rescue Center gives the tour purpose
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Ninh Binh: Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip

11.Cuc Phuong Jungle Hike & Wildlife Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 327 reviews · 9 hours · from $26Best value

Travel from Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, or Trang An to Cuc Phuong with an English-speaking guide such as Hoa or Viet. Visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center, walk through rainforest and caves, see the 1,000-year-old Cay Cho tree, and eat a set Vietnamese lunch in the park.

“Great Tour! But don't expect a walk in the park! It's a Jungle and that can be a bit adventurous! =)”

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Hanoi: Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch - The Hanoi transfer takes patience
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Hanoi: Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch

12.Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 308 reviews · from $59

Spend a full day moving between Hanoi, Cat Ba Island, and Lan Ha Bay. Guide Binh, Billy, Charlie, or Hai may lead the trip, with lunch aboard, Viet Hai Village by bike or electric car, kayaking, swimming, and a sunset snack.

“This was a great trip! We had the island almost to ourselves it felt! One of the reasons I picked cat bay island over ha long bay was to avoid really large crowds and this trip definitely did that! Our tour guide, Bing (I might be spelling that wrong, sorry!) was really good! He was so friendly and helpful. The trip was a good mixture of boat trips, we got to do the cable car (because the tide was low), walking tour, cycling and some kayaking. Really loved this day! Would recommend to others too!”

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Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Trang An Caves & Mua Cave Day Trip and Lunch - Hoa Lu and Vietnam’s 10th-century royal story
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Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Trang An Caves & Mua Cave Day Trip and Lunch

13.Hoa Lu, Trang An Caves & Mua Cave Day Trip and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 306 reviews · from $49

Travel from Hanoi in an air-conditioned van to Hoa Lu’s 10th-century temples, cruise Trang An by sampan, and climb Mua Cave’s 500 steps. English-speaking guides such as Thong, Moon, and Giang lead the day. Expect striking scenery, a busy schedule, and a basic buffet lunch.

“Our tour guide was super friendly, knowledgeable, and funny. It was worth every dime!! Ninh Binh was absolutely breathtaking, better than Ha Long Bay.”

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From Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave Scenic Day Trip - Lunch before the afternoon sights
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From Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave Scenic Day Trip

14.Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave Scenic Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · from $36

Leave Hanoi’s Old Quarter at 7:30 a.m. for Hoa Lu’s royal temples, a Tam Coc boat ride, countryside cycling, and the climb to Mua Cave viewpoint. An English-speaking guide, lunch, water, entrance fees, and hotel transfers are included. Guide Loi is praised for his energy and good humor.

“Our tour guide Mr Lợi was amazing! Energetic, funny and kind. We had quite bad weather for our trip but he made sure it wasn’t miserable. The view point is amazing, a shame we couldn’t see further and the boats were really fun. Our lady drivRead more”

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Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Trang An, and Mua Cave Full-Day Trip - Early pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter
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Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Trang An, and Mua Cave Full-Day Trip

15.Hoa Lu, Trang An, and Mua Cave Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 249 reviews · from $48

Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Hoa Lu, Trang An, and Mua Cave with an English-speaking guide such as Quy, May, Mike, or Sam. Visit temple grounds, cycle through a village, eat a local buffet, cruise limestone waterways, and climb 500 steps for Tam Coc views.

“Got to do a lot of things. Had a lot of delicious vegan and vegetarian foods to choose from at the buffet. Climbed to the top of the mountains, everyone was super helpful and our guide handled everything. If you can't or don't want to cycle, you don't have to either. Really great experience. Definitely go. Learnt some history about hoa lu and had loads of opportunities to take pictures. The only thing I would say is to bring your own water if you don't want to buy any out (you're given water but it is hot and you'll likely get very warm climbing the mountains). The caves are beautiful…”

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