Hanoi Cultural Essence Discovery Full Day

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8 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Choosing the Hanoi Old Quarter and City Highlights Tour gives you the perfect introduction to Vietnam’s capital. In just one day, you’ll explore the city’s most iconic landmarks, from ancient temples and historical sites to vibrant streets full of local life. With a knowledgeable guide, you’ll not only see Hanoi’s highlights but also gain authentic insights into its culture, history, and traditions.

What's Included

English speaking guide
Set menu Vietnamese lunch
Bottled water
Entrance & sightseeing fee
Limousine transfer
Personal Expenses
Holiday surcharge

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our car will pick you up at lobby your hotel with name.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    7.30 Morning our guide and car will pick you up at lobby your hotel then takes you to your trip

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Chua Tran Quoc

    08:30 – Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple. Built in the 6th century, it sits on a small island in West Lake and is known for its peaceful atmosphere and elegant architecture, reflecting Vietnam’s rich spiritual heritage.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

    09:15 – Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum, where President Ho Chi Minh rests, and his preserved Stilt House from 1954–1969. Continue to the One Pillar Pagoda, a unique symbol of Hanoi dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    11:00 – Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to explore the culture of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. Note: On Mondays, this stop is replaced with the Vietnam Women’s Museum. 12:30–12:45 – Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch at our luxury restaurant, “Mesdames Linh.”

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Temple of Literature & National University

    13:45–14:00 – Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university founded in 1070. Dedicated to Confucius and scholars, it later became the Imperial Academy and remains a symbol of Vietnam’s long tradition of learning.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Hoa Lo Prison

    15:00 – Visit Hoa Lo Prison, built by the French between 1886 and 1901 to hold Vietnamese political prisoners. During the Vietnam War, it was used to detain American POWs. Today, it stands as a historical site reflecting Vietnam’s turbulent past and the resilience of its people.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Old Quarter

    16h00-16h30: Tour ends. Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Full-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Limousine Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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