Ninh Binh Golf Courses 2026: Which Is More Worth Playing, Royal or Trang An?

Ninh Binh — the land of the thousand-year-old imperial capital, known not only for the UNESCO heritage complex of Trang An – Tam Coc but also as a promising golf destination less than a 2-hour drive from Hanoi. With two prestigious golf courses, Royal Golf Club (Hoang Gia) and Trang An Golf & Resort, Ninh Binh is emerging as one of the most noteworthy golf paradises in Northern Vietnam in 2026.

How Many Golf Courses Are There in Ninh Binh?

The question "How many golf courses are there in Ninh Binh?" is one of the most frequently searched keywords. The short answer is: Ninh Binh currently has 2 major golf courses in operation, both managed by Thanh Cong Group (TC Group) through its subsidiary TCG Land.

Important note: Many golfers search for "Yen Thang golf course", "Tam Diep golf course", "Gia Vien golf course" or "Yen Mo golf course" — but in fact, all these names refer to the same course: Royal Golf Club. The course stretches across Tam Diep Town and Yen Mo District, with Yen Thang being the name of the commune and the large lake located next to the course. Google automatically groups these queries under the same entity. The article below will explain this more clearly in the relevant section.

Hoang Gia Ninh Binh Golf Course — Royal Golf Club

Royal Golf Club (Hoang Gia Golf Course) is one of the largest golf complexes in Northern Vietnam, situated in a valley of millions-of-years-old limestone mountains surrounding the emerald-green Yen Thang Lake, in Hamlet 4B, Dong Son Commune, Tam Diep City & Yen Thang Commune, Yen Mo District — approximately 100–115 km from Hanoi. The course is operated by Thanh Cong Group (TC Group).

The course currently has 36 holes (the 18-hole Par 72 King Course designed by Peter Rousseau in 2010; the 18-hole Par 72 Queen Course designed by Jack Nicklaus II, honored as "Vietnam's Best New Golf Course 2024" — featuring 18-hole Night Golf), with expansion planned to 54 holes. Amenities include a 10,000 m² clubhouse, restaurant, pro shop, spa, practice range, and The Five Villas & Resort. Promotional green fees start from 1,550,000đ when booked through WinGolf.

Note: many golfers search for "Yen Thang golf course", "Tam Diep golf course" or "Gia Vien golf course" — all refer to this same Royal Golf Club course (see the section below).

👉 See the full specifications, scorecard, course layout & Royal Golf Course price list and the Stay & Play Royal Ninh Binh package.

Trang An Ninh Binh Golf Course — Trang An Golf & Resort

General Information

Trang An Golf & Resort is located in Ky Phu Commune, Nho Quan District, approximately 30 km from Ninh Binh city center. The course opened in November 2015 and is likened to the "Da Lat of the North" — surrounded by pristine pine forests around Dong Chuong Lake and misty ancient karst limestone mountains. The original investor was PV-Inconness; in 2017, TCG Land (TC Group) took over full ownership and operations.

Course Design & Specifications

Amenities & Services

• ✦ Clubhouse: Designed to blend into the pine forest, with locker rooms, a VIP dining room, and an outdoor relaxation area
• ✦ Restaurant: 5-star restaurant serving Northern mountainous specialties (goat meat, stream fish) and international cuisine, with a lakeside terrace
• ✦ Accommodation: Green Pine Resort — wooden bungalows and three-bedroom villas nestled beneath the pine canopy
• ✦ Resort amenities: Infinity pool, tennis court, bicycles, lake boating, SUP, forest camping
• ✦ Practice Facilities: Driving range, chipping green, putting green
• ✦ Night Golf: International-standard lighting system for 18 holes on the Pine Course — the only one in Ninh Binh

👉 See the detailed review, Night Golf & Green Pine Resort at Tràng An

Yên Thắng Golf Course, Tam Điệp, Gia Viễn, Yên Mô — Are They All Royal Golf Club?

This is one of the most confusing questions for golfers researching golf courses in Ninh Binh. All of the following names refer to the same course — Royal Golf Club:

• ✦ "Hoàng Gia Golf Course" — "Hoàng Gia" is the Vietnamese translation of "Royal." The same course, two names.
• ✦ "Yên Thắng Golf Course" — Yên Thắng is the name of the commune and the large lake located next to the course. Local golfers often refer to it by this area name.
• ✦ "Tam Điệp Golf Course" — Tam Điệp is the town where part of the course is located. Searching for "Tam Điệp golf course" will bring up Royal Golf Club.
• ✦ "Yên Mô Golf Course" — Yên Mô is the district where the remaining part of the course lies, as the course stretches across 670 hectares and two administrative units.
• ✦ "Gia Viễn Golf Course" — There is no golf course in Gia Viễn. This query may be confused with undeveloped projects.

Google currently automatically groups all of the above queries into a single entity pointing to Royal Golf Club. Therefore, if you search for "Yên Thắng golf course Ninh Binh," "Hoàng Gia golf course Ninh Binh," or "Royal golf course Ninh Binh" — the results all lead to the same location.

Latest Ninh Binh Golf Course Price List 2026

Below is a reference comparison of green fees between the two golf courses in Ninh Binh (prices through Wingolf agents, including a caddie and 1/2 shared buggy). Prices may vary by season and promotional program.

Reference prices as of mid-2026. Contact Wingolf hotline 0985 092 088 to receive the most accurate quote for your preferred playing date.

Which Course Should You Play When Traveling to Trang An — Tam Coc?

If you are visiting Ninh Binh for a combination of golf + sightseeing, here are the most suitable suggestions for each need:

Ideal combo suggestion: Play Royal Golf Club in the morning, take a boat through UNESCO Trang An in the afternoon, and play Night Golf at Trang An in the evening — all in one day. Or enjoy a more complete experience with the Hanoi – Ninh Binh 2-day, 1-night Golf Tour or the extended Hanoi – Hai Phong – Ninh Binh combo from Wingolf.

Suggested Golf + Ninh Binh Travel Itinerary

1 Day: Golf + UNESCO Heritage

• ✦ 06:00–08:00 — Depart from Hanoi via the CT01 expressway
• ✦ 08:30–13:00 — Play 18 holes at Royal Golf Club (Queen Course)
• ✦ 13:00–14:00 — Have lunch at the clubhouse and taste Ninh Binh mountain goat meat
• ✦ 14:30–17:30 — Take a boat through the UNESCO Trang An Landscape Complex
• ✦ 18:00 — Return to Hanoi

2 Days: Eco-Luxury (Standard Wingolf Package)

• ✦ Day 1 — Transfer to Nho Quan, explore Cuc Phuong National Park, check in to a Trang An wooden bungalow, play the Champion Course in the afternoon, and enjoy a lakeside BBQ at Dong Chuong Lake in the evening
• ✦ Day 2 — Play a quick round at the Pine Course (Par 3) early in the morning, visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, check out, and return to Hanoi

Ninh Binh Golf Specialties

A Ninh Binh golf trip would be incomplete if you skipped these 3 local specialties:

• ✦ Ninh Binh mountain goat — Goats graze naturally on limestone mountains, producing tender, chewy meat served rare with lime or grilled on a cast-iron plate. Trang An Golf restaurant and the Royal clubhouse both serve this dish.
• ✦ Ninh Binh crispy rice — Golden, crunchy crispy rice drizzled with richly flavored goat meat sauce — the perfect snack after a round of golf.
• ✦ Nho Quan mountain snails — Snails that live in limestone caves, available only during the rainy season, steamed with lemongrass and chili — try them at the Trang An restaurant or local eateries around Nho Quan.

Book Your Ninh Binh Golf Tee Time with WinGolf

WinGolf is a reputable golf booking provider offering special rates and fast confirmation for both Royal Golf Club and Trang An Golf & Resort. Just follow a few simple steps:

1. Visit wingolf.com.vn or call the hotline at 0985 092 088.
2. Choose the golf course, date, time, and number of players.
3. Receive tee time confirmation within 15 minutes.
4. Flexible payment — bank transfer or payment at the course.

In addition to individual tee time bookings, WinGolf also offers all-inclusive Ninh Binh golf tours and a 2-day, 1-night Stay & Play package at Royal Golf Club if you want to turn your golf trip into a complete getaway amid the natural beauty of Ninh Binh. See more Northern Vietnam golf tips in: When Is the Best Time to Take a Vietnam Golf Tour?

Frequently Asked Questions About Golf Courses in Ninh Binh

How many golf courses are there in Ninh Binh?

Ninh Binh currently has 2 major operating golf courses: Royal Golf Club (36 holes, in Tam Diep / Yen Mo) and Trang An Golf & Resort (36 holes, in Nho Quan). Each course features 2 separate 18-hole layouts.

Are Hoang Gia Golf Course and Yen Thang the same course?

Yes. "Hoang Gia" is the Vietnamese translation of "Royal", while "Yen Thang" is the name of the commune/lake adjacent to the course. Both refer to Royal Golf Club. Similarly, "Tam Diep golf course" and "Yen Mo golf course" also refer to the same course, as it stretches across 2 administrative units.

How long does it take to travel from Hanoi to the golf courses in Ninh Binh?

Approximately 1.5–2 hours (100–115 km) via the CT01 Expressway and National Highway 1A. Royal is closer (about 100 km from Hanoi), while Trang An is slightly farther (about 110 km). Both are suitable for a day golf trip.

How much is the green fee at Trang An?

Through Wingolf, the Trang An green fee starts at just 1,600,000đ on weekdays and 2,400,000đ on weekends (including caddie + 1/2 buggy). The listed price at the course is significantly higher — booking through an agent can save 20–35%.

Which golf course in Ninh Binh is suitable for beginners?

Trang An — Pine Course is the best choice. With 16 Par 3 holes and 2 Par 4 holes, the Pine Course eliminates the pressure of long tee shots, allowing beginners to focus on iron play, pitching, and putting. In addition, the cool pine forest landscape significantly reduces stress.