Trang An

Tràng An is truly an amazing and unforgettable experience that should be at the top of every traveler's list when visiting Ninh Bình. I absolutely loved my time exploring this breathtaking natural wonder. ​🏞️ The Experience ​Scenery: Prepare to be mesmerized by the stunning, lush green mountain scenery that surrounds you throughout the journey. It feels like stepping into a movie. ​The Boat Ride: The entire trip lasts approximately 2.5 hours, offering ample time to soak in the beauty. The ride is wonderfully unique, taking you inside caves, which adds an exciting, almost adrenaline-pumping dimension to the tour. ​Unique Feature: I was fascinated watching the local boat operators, many of whom skillfully row the boats using their legs! It's a testament to their strength and a memorable part of the cultural experience. ​Historical Stops: Along the way, the boat stops at various spots, allowing you to explore many beautiful temples nestled within the landscape. ​👍 High Recommendation & Worth the Effort ​This experience is absolutely worth it and is a must-do in Ninh Bình. I was completely in love with the place and the journey. ​⚠️ Practical Tips for Visitors ​Weather: Try to avoid the peak heat of the day. The sun is burning hot, and the exposure during the 2.5-hour ride can be intense. ​Hydration & Refreshments: Bring plenty of water and fresh snacks to keep refreshed and comfortable throughout the long journey. ​Solo Travelers: Be aware that the boats typically require four people to depart. If you are a solo traveler, you may have to wait for others to fill the spots, and it can sometimes take a long time and try to avoid crowds going early

I was reading some older reviews about this place, like couple of years old or so and I must say that many of the negative issues tourists mentioned were probably delt with because my visit was super smooth! I came in lower season, at parking there were no scams, i bought ticket at the counter...you have 3 routes to choose and all of them cost the same - 250k dong...you can decide which one you want right at the boat dock that is across the street. There is a big waiting room, souvenir shop, cafes, bakery, everything very pretty and clean, bathrooms of good standard at no extra cost, i was alone and paired with another couple for a tour no.2 which was very beautiful. We didn t wait for 4th person. ..trip was very enjoyable and included three stops at temples and four passages in cave tunnels. Our rower was nice lady...she didn t speak english but she smiled and offered to take a pic of us ...in the end she didn t ask for trip but we of course gave her one...I think min.50k dong per person is appropriate and also a help with rowing will be very appreciated...at each of our three stops there was a bathroom and opportunity to buy water...the boat also had two umbrellas for visitors...everything felt very good organised and arranged for tourists...no hassle at all just a beautiful peaceful experience

If you are deciding between Trang An and Tam Coc boat rides, pick Trang An! Views are better and no touts hassling you. Go with route 2 for a good mix of caves and temples and to see king kong island.

Unforgettable experience everyone should do ! We came on a Monday, quite early in the morning, but it became quite crowded during the morning. Make sure to avoid weekends and middle of the day if possible. There are three different tours, ranging from 2.5 to 3 hours. All the tours are the same price, 250k per adult. We took tour 2 and didn’t regret it for one second. The landscapes and temples are absolutely stunning. I recommend packing enough water, sunscreen, and a hat, as it can become really hot and sunny!

So, you pay money to sit in a wobbly little boat that makes IKEA chairs look ergonomic. Some poor soul rows you around, doesn’t speak a word of English, and you both just silently accept the mutual suffering. Your butt goes numb, your knees lock, and you start rethinking life choices. The ride itself is basically Netflix autoplay. Caves, temples, caves, temples. Just when you think, “ah, maybe now it’s something new,” nope, another damp tunnel or shrine. It’s like a greatest hits album where the band only had two songs. The scenery, though? Absolute banger. Jagged mountains, rocks, and trees that look like someone hacked into the Matrix and turned up the beauty settings. Every view is postcard-perfect, if you can still feel your hands enough to take a photo. Survival tip: bring water. Otherwise, you’ll be that sweaty tourist corpse they have to paddle back mid-route. Final verdict: 4/5. Uncomfortable boats, repetitive playlist, but the views slap hard enough to save it. Instagram will thank you, your spine won’t.

It is registered as a World Heritage Site, so we 2 adults & 2 kids went there. We spent 4 hours relaxing on a boat. She lent me an umbrella to replace my parasol. It was full of nature and we enjoyed a relaxing time.Be sure to bring a raincoat as it will get wet. The weather changes rapidly, with sunny spells and thunderstorms, so it can get hot and cold, so think about what to wear. The tour is not bad but we liked Tam Coc's better, although they are different. This one is more complete, you visit many more things and make stops. But we found it much more touristy and very long (2h 30 min or so). It is quite crowded, at times the only thing you saw around were boats everywhere (I know you can not be alone, and I am aware that we were also in one of those boats). When we did that there was only one route available which was a mixture of route 2 and route 3, because it had rained a lot and there were things that you couldn't visit. In some caves you couldn't enter. The boatmen row with their hands. Ours was very friendly, took many pictures and was watching all the time. Moved by nature. It was more than I could have imagined. We spent 3 hour and a half on a rowboat, visiting the shores of lakes, mysterious caves and temples in the mountains, and were very healed. A place worth coming to. It just feels like there are too many tourists.

Among the must-visit spot when you arrived Ninh Binh. Just spend 3 hour chilling on a little boat ride in the cool autumn breeze. Perfect day-out!

Our trip lasted about 3 hours and passed through 4 caves, some with low hanging stalactites so we need to watch our heads. Unfortunately, we were paired with an elderly woman as our rower who couldn’t help take photos, so most of our pictures turned out poorly. The first 1.5 hours were fun, but the second half felt never ending, so we ended up helping paddle in order to reach the finish sooner.