Hanoi Afternoon Half Day City Tour with Lunch and Local Guide

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, is a city with more than 1,000 years of history, where ancient traditions blend with French colonial architecture and modern urban life. This half-day group tour offers a convenient way to discover some of Hanoi’s most important cultural and historical landmarks, including Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison. Enjoy round-trip transportation, a local guide, entrance fees, and a delicious Vietnamese lunch as you explore the city’s rich heritage.

What's Included

Shuttle Bus pick up/drop off at Hotel in Old Quarter Only
All entrance fees & sightseeing as program
Lunch meal at local dishes (OPTION TOUR INCLUDED ONLY)
Experienced English speaking tour guide
Beverages, Tip and Personal Expenses
Cycle or Water Puppet Show

Meeting and pickup

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

We will pick up guests at hotels/stays around Hanoi Old Quarter Area. The guide will come to your hotel and check your name at receptionlist so please ready at your lobby.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    12:00 – 12:15 PM: The tour guide and bus will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to a local restaurant. 12:30 – 12:45 PM: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at our restaurant, with vegetarian options available. Note: If you do not include lunch, our bus will pick you up from your hotel at around 1:30 PM.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Chua Tran Quoc

    1:30 PM: Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. Dating back to the 6th century, it is one of the oldest pagodas in Hanoi and a peaceful cultural landmark.

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

    2:30 PM: Continue to the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam), founded in 1070 and home to Vietnam’s first national university, established in 1076. Explore its historic courtyards, traditional architecture, and rich heritage of Vietnamese education and Confucian culture.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Hoa Lo Prison

    3:30 PM: Continue to Hoa Lo Prison, built by the French in 1896 and originally used to detain Vietnamese political prisoners and revolutionaries. Explore the historic site and exhibitions to learn more about Vietnam’s colonial history and the struggles of Vietnamese patriots.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • Old Quarter (Pass by)

    After Hoa Lo Prison, our driver and guide will take you back to hotel/place in Hanoi Old Quarter Area around 16h30 pm. Tour finishes.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Classic Tourist

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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