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Ninh Binh is about 90 km away from Ha Noi to the south. Ninh Binh is located on Red river delta with geographical co-ordinate from 19050' to 20027' at Northern latitude and from 105032' to 106033' at Eastern longitude. Ninh Binh shares the administrative border with Ha Nam in the North, Nam Dinh in the East, the East Sea in the Southeast, Thanh Hoa in the West and Southwest, and Hoa Binh in the Northwest.
Route from Hanoi to Ninh Binh (By Motorbike)
There are two main routes:
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National Highway 1A (Fastest Route - ~2 hours)
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Ho Chi Minh Road / DT491 (Scenic Route - ~3 hours)
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Ride southwest from Hanoi toward Perfume Pagoda, then take DT491 and Ho Chi Minh Road south.
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This is a quieter and more scenic route with fewer trucks.
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If you’re renting a motorbike for the trip, choose a reliable model such as:
Semi automatic, automatic and Manual motorbike
You can rent motorbikes from Hanoi Pearl Motorbike Rental with many style of motorbike you like
Top Attractions in Ninh Binh
Once you arrive, here are must-visit places:
✅ Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex – Take a boat tour through caves & limestone mountains.
✅ Tam Coc – Stunning rice paddies and river caves (similar to Trang An but less crowded).
✅ Mua Cave (Hang Múa) – Climb 500 steps for a breathtaking panoramic view.
✅ Bai Dinh Pagoda – The largest Buddhist temple complex in Vietnam.
✅ Cuc Phuong National Park – Great for trekking and spotting wildlife.
Tips for a Safe & Enjoyable Ride
✔ Check Your Motorbike before leaving (brakes, tires, fuel level).
✔ Wear a helmet (it’s required by law and for safety!).
✔ Start Early to avoid Hanoi’s heavy morning traffic.
✔ Bring Cash – Some rural areas in Ninh Binh may not accept card payments.
✔ Watch Out for Local Traffic – Be mindful of buses, trucks, and animals crossing roads.
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