The Original War Tour Of Hanoi

Duration4h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesVietnamese, English

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or just curious, you’ve likely heard of the Vietnam War, one of the most pivotal and talked-about conflicts in modern history.

The Original War Tour is the best choice to explore and learn more about the real Vietnam war from the perspective of the local who was involved or the victims of the war.

During the tour, we take you beyond the usual tourist spots and deep into the heart of Hanoi’s hidden gems, allowing you to experience the city in a way most visitors never do. These are the places where history happened—often far off the beaten path.

We get the opportunity to visit some very unique locations in and around Hanoi city. In each place we visit, we share special stories about what happened here over 44 years ago. These places are rarely seen by tourists, but they offer invaluable insight into the realities of war and its long-lasting effects on the local community.

Options

The Original War Tour Of Hanoi

Pickup included

Private tour

Pickup included

What's included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Snacks
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea

Gratuities

What to expect

John Sidney McCain Memorial
Pass by

No matter your age, you’ve probably heard about the Vietnam War, one of the most famous wars in world history and appeared frequently on every major newspaper back in the 1960s. There is so much information about this historical event, so we want to design The Original War Tour which is the best choice to explore and learn more about the real Vietnam War from the perspective of the local who was involved or the victims of the war. We take you out of the old quarter to bring you to the far off places for you to get the chance to experience and learn about the Vietnam war and also the French Indochina war that has affected Hanoi for many years.

We get the opportunity to visit some very unique locations in and around Hanoi city. In each place we visit, we share special stories about what happened here over 44 years ago. Most of them are far away from tourist eyes.
Hanoi Opera House
15m

We visit the famous Hanoi opera house - and share the story about the August uprising.
Huu Tiep Lake and the Downed B-52
15m

The B52 lake
One of the B52 bombers was shot down and crashed into the lake, a powerful reminder of the intensity of the conflict. This poignant stop offers deep insights into the war’s devastating impact.
B52 Victory Museum
20m · Admission ticket included

Military history museum displaying the wreckage of a fighter plane, plus weapons & defense gear. Visit the grounds to see the wreckage of a shot down B52 bomber.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We must have your hotel name and address in the old quarter of Hanoi to complete your booking for the tour. Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel or guest house from within the old quarter area of Hanoi. Clients joining the tour from outside of the old quarter will occur a surcharge. For added safety during the motorbike tour we ask clients to wear shoes that are closed toed shoes.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
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

Cancellation policy

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

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$65.00 per person

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Operated by A Taste of Hanoi · Booked through Viator

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