Historic Hanoi Tour with Culture and Cuisine

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration8h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesVietnamese, English
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Choosing the Hanoi Old Quarter and City Highlights Tour gives you the perfect introduction to Vietnam’s capital. In just one day, you’ll explore the city’s most iconic landmarks, from ancient temples and historical sites to vibrant streets full of local life. With a knowledgeable guide, you’ll not only see Hanoi’s highlights but also gain authentic insights into its 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

What to expect

  1. Old Quarter
    30m · Admission ticket included
    7:45 am Morning our guide and car will pick you up at lobby your hotel then takes you to your trip
  2. Chua Tran Quoc
    1h · Admission ticket included
    08:30
    Start your day with a visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple, built in the 6th century during Emperor Ly Nam De’s reign. Nestled on a small island in West Lake, this ancient pagoda captivates visitors with its serene atmosphere and graceful architecture—a lasting symbol of Vietnam’s deep spiritual and cultural heritage.
  3. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    09:15
    Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum—final resting place of Vietnam’s beloved leader—and his Stilt House, reflecting his humble lifestyle. Continue to the One Pillar Pagoda, a famous Hanoi landmark dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy and admired for its unique architecture.
  4. 1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    11:00
    Explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, featuring exhibits and traditional houses representing all 54 ethnic groups.
    Note: On Mondays, visit the Vietnam Women’s Museum instead.

    12:30 – 12:45
    Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch at our luxury restaurant, Mesdames Linh.
  5. Temple of Literature & National University
    1h · Admission ticket included
    13:45 – 14:00
    Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university founded in 1070. Dedicated to Confucius and scholars, it symbolizes the nation’s long-standing respect for education and learning
  6. Hoa Lo Prison
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    15:00
    Visit Hoa Lo Prison, built by the French from 1886 to 1901 to hold Vietnamese revolutionaries during colonial times. Later, during the Vietnam War, it housed American prisoners of war. Today, it stands as a historical site reflecting Vietnam’s turbulent past and the enduring spirit of its people.
  7. Old Quarter
    30m · Admission ticket included
    16h00-16h30: Tour ends. Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our bus will pick you up at lobby your hotel

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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