Mua Caves is worth being visited in Ninh Binh

26/09/2019

Mua Caves is worth being visited in Ninh Binh

Mua Caves is worth being visited in Ninh Binh, believe me! The cave brings you one of the best panoramic view of one of the nicest sceneries in Viet Nam- that’s Ninh Binh- which is known as a wonder of the world, the Telegraph from UK said “It’s an area known locally as Vietnam’s ‘Inland Halong Bay’”. This can’t be denied since more and more foreigners choose Mua Cave (Hang Mua – Vietnamese name) for their short holidays while being in the north of Viet Nam.

Mua Cave Ninh Binh Why not?

Visit Mua Cave, you totally get challenging to finally enjoy wonderful relaxation on the top of Mua Cave mountain with a majestic world around you.

You can’t wait anymore to see some beautiful picture of Mua Cave Ninh Binh below:

Mua cave is located in Khe Dau Ha village, Ninh Xuan commune, Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh province. Together with Trang An ecological tourism complex, the terrain of Mua cave looks majestic with rolling mountains surrounding a whole large delta like a rampart is protecting the country inside. Do you know that the name of Mua cave was originated from an old time story, when the King Tran came to Hoa Lu capital, he often stopped at Mua cave so there were dancing performances by imperial maids, so people call the cave is “Mua” (dancing).

Attractive beauty, less touristy than other places in Ninh Binh

Planning a trip to Mua caves, besides you take a ride to the cave you will being overcoming 486 stone steps to see beautiful sceneries on the top of Mua mountain. The road to Mua cave was imitated as Great wall of China. Although it may make you tired because of high steps, it becomes more interesting if you climb slowly and on the way you can take some nice photos.

Since you end your climbing, on the top of Mua cave, every worries will Gone with the Wind. Any tiring feeling will disappear, instead limitless and expanses of fat rice crops (Tam Coc rice fields) appears magically in front of your eyes.

When should you visit Mua Cave?

In the summer it is ideally to visit Mua cave for you to catch a panoramic view of ripe rice fields. But do not worry at any time you totally admire peacefully imposing and stunning beauty of Ninh Binh.

As you can see the best time to see Mua caves is when Vietnamese farmers are planting rice then even green or yellow rice paddies all attract you immediately. This period of time will start from May to July of a year. If at that time it’s on a sunny day you will have memorable day trip in Mua cave. But sometimes it’s far too hot and you may get tired that influences on your mood. A cool day is a good choice to visit Ninh Binh with watching sunset or the flow of dawn as should-do activities.

Another tip is that you should avoid rainy seasons because of disadvantages of moving. Moreover the gray sky prevents us from taking nice photos. Above of all, your schedule or hobby is most important to decide when you should visit Mua cave.

What things to do in Mua Cave?

Pick up 1 suitable itinerary for you

1 day in Mua cave: Start your trip from Hanoi in the morning, you will arrive in Ninh Binh at about 10:00, then spend your first time to visit Tam Coc or Trang An until noon. Find yourself a restaurant nearby for lunch. The next time, it’s used for exploring Mua cave on the top of Mua mountain. Come back to your bus to go to Hanoi at about 16:30- 17:00.
2 days visiting Mua Cave: Before you start climbing up the cave, staying 1 night in Ninh Binh on the previous day is a good ideal. Located under the foot of Mua mountain, known by many visitors “Mua cave Ecolodge” is a good place to stay. To know why it should be your choice or find other accommodations.

What to eat?

Traditional cuisine is a key to make your trip memorable. Find these dishes in Ninh Binh such as medium-rare goat meat with lemon, goat meat cooked on oil pan, baked goat meat, crisp rice dipped with sauce…to taste and learn more about cuisine in Ninh Binh

How to get to Mua Caves Ninh Binh?

Transportation from Hanoi to Mua cave

If you depart from Hanoi to Mua Caves, you can go by train, motorbike and bus. It takes you about 2 hours. Mua cave is only 6km away from the center of Ninh Binh city, so it’s easy for you to catch a taxi get to the hotel/homestay.

Tips for each sort of transportation from Hanoi (Applied for Full day trip)

You should take a train departing from 6:00 am to save your 1 day if you have only 1 day in Ninh Binh. A train ticket costs from 80.000 VND
Go by bus is the most popular form of transportation for foreigners. Price is from 150.000 VND/way but they will pick you up from your hotel/Airbnb if you stay in the Hanoi center. Sometimes, some people feel more comfortable to hire a private car, which seems to be more suitable for families.
Ride a motorbike sounds interesting for anyone who loves exploring. Viet Nam is a “world of motorbike” here you never find it difficult to hire a motorbike for 1 day.

Should I take a tour in Mua cave or I go by myself?

Well, this question never gives you a correct answer. If buying a tour, you do not have to be worried about anything. Everything is well-organized by suppliers with a fixed schedule, restaurant, hotel, knowledge tour guide, transportation 2 ways… It is Tam Coc- Mua Cave Tour is an example for a typical tour even including 3 places to visit in 1 day in Ninh Binh.