Hanoi City Tour Full-Day, visit all HIGHLIGHTS with Local Experts

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Old Quarter

  Thank you for joining us on this unforgettable adventure. Be ready for the best "Hanoi signature'' journey with our local expert! We ensure to show the best of what Hanoi can offer, ensuring that you'll have a fantastic time with detailed insights into Vietnam's history, culture & people. 8:00 - 8:30 | Hotel Pickup: - Our friendly English-speaking tour guide & comfortable air-conditioned bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

  08:45 | Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum - A Tribute to Vietnam’s National Hero: - Step into one of the most sacred sites in Vietnam, where the legendary leader Ho Chi Minh rests. - Witness the embalmed body of Uncle Ho, then take a peaceful stroll around his tranquil garden, visiting the stilt house where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. *Please wear modest clothing that covers your shoulders & knees. Note: - The Mausoleum is closed on Mondays & Fridays, but you can still visit the surrounding historical areas. - It is closed for at least 2 months (15th June - 15th August) for the annual maintaining.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  One Pillar Pagoda

  A symbol of Vietnam’s spiritual heritage, this unique pagoda is shaped like a lotus flower, representing purity & enlightenment.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

  10:15 | Vietnam Ethnology Museum - Unravel the Cultural Tapestry of 54 Ethnic Groups: - Discover the rich diversity of Vietnam’s ethnic communities through fascinating exhibits, traditional houses & cultural artifacts. - Note: On Mondays, we'll visit the Vietnamese Women’s Museum instead, offering an insightful perspective on the role of Vietnamese women in history & modern society.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Hanoi

  12:30 | Authentic Vietnamese Lunch: - Enjoy a delicious local meal at our carefully selected restaurant. - Savor the authentic flavors of Vietnamese cuisine, with vegetarian options available upon request.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Chua Tran Quoc

  13:30 | Tran Quoc Pagoda - The Oldest Pagoda in Hanoi: - Located on Golden Fish Island in the picturesque West Lake, it dates back to the 6th century. - Feel the spiritual serenity as you explore its ancient architecture & peaceful surroundings.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 7

  14:30 | Temple of Literature - Vietnam’s First University: - Step back in time at Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, the first university of Vietnam, built in 1070. - Walk through stunning courtyards, ancient pavilions & stone stelae that honor Vietnam’s greatest scholars.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 8
  Hoa Lo Prison

  15:30 | "The Hell on Earth": - Built by the French in 1886, Hoa Lo Prison once held Vietnamese revolutionaries & later American pilots during the Vietnam War. - Now a war museum, it reveals Vietnam’s resilience & fight for independence.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 9
  Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam

  16:30: (Optional) Make the most of your day in Hanoi with these unique cultural experiences (available upon request for an additional fee): - Opt 1: Cyclo Ride (45') - $5/pax Relax on a traditional cyclo ride through the bustling streets of the Old Quarter after the tour. A perfect way to soak in the charm of the city! - Opt 2: Water Puppet Show (50') - $5/pax Experience Vietnam’s unique water puppet theater, a centuries-old art form telling folklore stories through mesmerizing performances. * Recommended showtimes: 16:10 or 17:20 - Opti 3: Cyclo Ride + Water Puppet Show – $10/pax Enjoy both the cyclo ride & the water puppet show for the ultimate cultural experience. * Recommended showtimes for Water Puppet Show: 17:20 or 18:30 Let us know in advance if you’d like to add these options to your tour! After an enriching journey through Hanoi’s history & culture, our bus will return you to your hotel. Thank you for choosing us for choosing us & see you soon in next adventure!

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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