Hanoi Highlights and Hidden Charms Private Customizable Half Day

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3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the heart of Hanoi with a private 4-hour customizable tour tailored to your interests. This exclusive journey takes you from the tranquil Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake to the historic Ho Chi Minh Complex, allowing you to avoid long queues while immersing yourself in Vietnam's rich heritage.

Discover the architectural beauty of the French Quarter and wander through the vibrant Old Quarter's hidden streets, experiencing local life firsthand. Enjoy a flexible schedule with morning or afternoon options, ensuring a personal and stress-free exploration of Vietnam's capital.

- Fully private tour with a local experience expert
- Efficient visits to Ho Chi Minh Complex without long waits
- Scenic stops at Tran Quoc Pagoda and St. Joseph's Cathedral
- Customizable itinerary to fit your interests and preferences

What's Included

Local experience expert
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup Location: We offer complimentary door-to-door pickup for all guests staying at hotels, hostels, or homestays within the Hanoi Old Quarter. If your hotel is outside the Old Quarter, please contact us after booking so we can arrange a suitable meeting point (usually the Hanoi Opera House). Communication (Very Important): To ensure a smooth pickup and faster communication, please provide a phone number linked to WhatsApp. Our operation team or your guide will contact you via WhatsApp 1 day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time based on your location. This helps us locate you easily in case of traffic or if your hotel is in a small alley.

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Meeting point

We will pick you up at the front desk. The tour guide will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Chua Tran Quoc

    the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi dating back to the 6th century. Set on a small island in West Lake, it offers stunning architecture and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for learning about Vietnamese spirituality

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

    To maximize your time and save you from standing in the 1.5-hour queue, we focus on a guided exterior visit. You will walk through the grand Ba Dinh Square, seeing the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace from the outside. Your guide will share deep historical insights about "Uncle Ho" and the history of Vietnam while you take photos of the iconic architecture without the wait.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Dong Xuan Market

    the largest wholesale market in Northern Vietnam. This is not just a tourist stop; it is a working market where traders from all over the region come to buy and sell. Your guide will navigate you through the "Dry Goods" aisles (smell the local mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and spices) and the fabric sections to show you the pulse of Hanoi's trade.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    St. Joseph's Cathedral

    A neo-Gothic masterpiece known as "The Big Church." We stop for photos and to admire the French colonial architecture contrasting with the local streets.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Old Quarter

    We explore the "36 Streets" on foot, walking through hidden alleys and seeing the famous "Tube Houses."

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6

    driving past the elegant Opera House and colonial-era villas. We will stop at St. Joseph's Cathedral (The Big Church), a Neo-Gothic masterpiece that looks like a piece of Europe placed in the heart of Asia.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Hanoi Opera House

    Modeled on the Palais Garnier in Paris, this is a landmark of the French Quarter.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The largest lake in Hanoi, offering scenic views as we drive toward Tran Quoc Pagoda.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Nest Asia Travel

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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