Soul of Hanoi: Cultural & Historical Day Tour

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

The Hanoi Old Quarter and City Highlights Tour offers the perfect introduction to Vietnam’s capital. In one exciting day, you’ll visit the city’s most famous landmarks — from ancient temples and historical sites to lively local streets. Guided by a knowledgeable expert, you’ll discover not only Hanoi’s highlights but also its rich 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

    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 – Begin your visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple, built in the 6th century under Emperor Ly Nam De. Located on a small island in West Lake, the pagoda is famed for its peaceful setting and elegant architecture, symbolizing Vietnam’s deep spiritual heritage.

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

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

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    13:45 – 14:00 – Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, founded in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius. This historic site honors the nation’s scholarly tradition and enduring respect for learning.

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

    13:45 – 14:00 – Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university founded in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius. It remains a proud symbol of the nation’s rich educational and cultural heritage.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Hoa Lo Prison

    15:00 – Visit Hoa Lo Prison, built by the French in the late 19th century to hold Vietnamese revolutionaries and later used during the Vietnam War for American POWs. Today, it stands as a poignant reminder of the nation’s turbulent history and enduring resilience.

    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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Insight Vietnam

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