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Ninh Binh

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Ninh Binh Trips & Tours

Explore the superlative landscapes in the ancient heartland of Ninh Binh

A land of emerald karsts, towering mountains and ancient history, Ninh Binh was the very first capital in Vietnam and is now a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can even take a stroll around the vine-covered structures and banyan trees! Ninh Binh is paradise for adventurous, nature-loving travellers with clandestine trails to explore in one of Vietnam's oldest national parks boat rides on the stunning Tam Coc, which is often called 'Ha Long Bay on land'. Venture even deeper to discover the forest-enveloped gate of the Bich Dong Pagoda - and many more.

Things to do

What to do in Ninh Binh

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Explore the Tam Coc grottoes of Ninh Bihn by boat

Visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam's ancient capital

Visit the Thung Nham Bird Sanctuary in Ninh Binh

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When to go on a Ninh Binh Trip

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