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Vietnam is a religiously diverse country where Eastern and Western religions coexist and interact, including Buddhism, Catholicism, Taoism, and Confucianism, alongside indigenous folk beliefs. On this tour, you will explore the richness of Vietnamese culture through its religions and beliefs, admire remarkable architectural heritage, discover the history of Hanoi, enjoy a delicious cup of traditional egg coffee, and gain insight into the daily life of local people. On this tour, you can:
- Explore the diversity of Vietnamese religions.
- Enjoy the cultural and architectural beauty of the Vietnamese people.
- Understanding of Vietnamese culture through places of worship, ancient houses
- Famous Hanoi egg coffee
- Hanoi Old Quarter and French Quarter
NOTE: When visiting temples and pagodas, visitors are advised to wear shirts with sleeves and pants or skirts covering the knees in order to respect the dress regulations of the sites.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If your hotel is located in the Old Quarter or the French Quarter area, our tour guide will pick you up directly from your hotel. Our guide will contact you before the tour and wait for you at the hotel lobby reception before the tour start time.
Please meet us in front of the pagoda gate, before the bridge leading into the pagoda. Our tour guide will contact you via WhatsApp before the tour to ensure smooth communication. Therefore, please provide your WhatsApp phone number and keep an eye on your phone
Itinerary
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1Chua Ba Da
1. Ba Da pagoda: Nestled in Hanoi's Old Quarter, Ba Da Pagoda is a famous ancient temple known for its serene atmosphere and traditional architecture, tied to the legend of a sacred stone statue in the shape of a woman
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2St. Joseph's Cathedral
St. Joseph’s Cathedral (Hanoi Cathedral) (outside visit only on Sundays): A historic Gothic-style structure strongly influenced by French architecture, admired for its solemn and classical beauty. It is one of the most important centers of Catholic worship in Hanoi
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Nam Huong Communal House: A traditional Vietnamese religious site dedicated to village tutelary gods, featuring solemn ancient architecture.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Temple Ngoc Son
Ngoc Son Temple: One of the most famous and sacred temples in Hanoi, located on Jade Island in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake, and regarded as a cultural and spiritual symbol of the capital
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Old Quarter
Hanoi Old Quarter & famous egg coffee: A historic area preserving ancient architecture and traditional urban life, famous for its characteristic craft streets and iconic egg coffee (You may also choose another drink if you do not drink coffee)
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Temple of Literature & National University
Temple of Literature – National University: The first university of Vietnam, established more than 1,000 years ago, symbolizing Confucian education and the nation’s long-standing tradition of learning
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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