Full Day Tour Explore Hanoi City from Halong Cruise Port

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Embark on a full-day tour exploring the rich history and vibrant culture of Hanoi, starting from the Halong Cruise Port. Your journey will take you through some of the most iconic landmarks of the city. Begin with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a tribute to Vietnam's beloved leader. Next, admire the peaceful beauty of Tran Quoc Pagoda, one of the oldest pagodas in Hanoi, located on the serene West Lake. Discover the poignant history of Hoa Lo Prison, also known as the "Hanoi Hilton," a historical site that once held American POWs during the Vietnam War. Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, offering a glimpse into the country's deep academic and cultural roots. Unwind at Hoan Kiem Lake, a tranquil spot in the heart of Hanoi, where you can enjoy the picturesque surroundings and learn about the legend of the lake. This tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, offering a comprehensive view of Hanoi's rich heritage.

What's Included

Private car between Hanoi and Halong Bay
Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
Entrance fees and sightseeing
English speaking tour guide
Visit higlight of HANOI City
Drinks and Personal expenses
Tips for driver/guide is appreciated

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Upon you arrive at Halong Internationa Port, please walk to the outside gate of the port and meet our driver who will be waiting for you with a welcome board showing your name then you get on the car to get to Hanoi City.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    7.00 - 07:30 am : Upon you arrive at Halong Cruise Port, please walk to the outside gate of the port and meet our driver who will be waiting for you with a welcome board showing your name then you get on the car to get to Hanoi city by expressway within 2,5 hours drive

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

    10.00: Arrive in Hanoi, our guide will take you to visit the Ho Chi Minh complex which includes Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum which is the final resting place of the beloved national hero, Uncle Ho (it will close on some days). President Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house where he lived off and on from 1958 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where one worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique Padoga in the world.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Chua Tran Quoc

    11h00: Nestled on a serene island in Hanoi’s West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda stands as a timeless testament to Vietnam’s rich spiritual heritage. This ancient Buddhist temple, with its intricate architecture and tranquil ambiance, offers a glimpse into the soul of Hanoi

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Temple of Literature & National University

    12h00: To continue the trip, our car will take you to the Temple of Literature, which was Vietnam’s first university and is dedicated to Confucius. As the first university of Vietnam, the Temple of Literature is a popular cultural and historical relic in every Hanoi travel tour. Visiting this place, you will be enchanted by its grandeur and serenity. Here, you will have a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s history of development from the early days

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Hoa Lo Prison

    13h00: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine. After lunch, we continute going to visit Hoa Lo Prison which was originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5

    15h00: Driver back city center to see Hoan Kiem Lake or also called ” Sword Lake” in English. This place is the heart and soul of Hanoi. This is the part of town where the commercial streets of modern Hanoi meet the ancient 36 streets and numerous alleys amongst temples, pagodas and lakes. And guests also visit Ngoc Son Temple which is right in the centre of the serene lake, a prominent temple sitting on a small island. The sacred temple, along with other architectures, create a historical complex that has been the pride of Hanoian for hundreds of years.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    After Ngoc Son Temple, guest will say good bye Hanoi City and get on the car, our driver will take you back to Halong International Cruise Port after 2,5 hours drive by expressway. End of the trip.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
Supplied by Authentic Travel VIETNAM

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