Hanoi Heritage and Culture Full Day Tour By Limosine

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration8h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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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

  • Bottled water
  • English speaking guide
  • Set menu Vietnamese lunch
  • Entrance & sightseeing fee
  • Limousine transfer
  • Personal Expenses
  • Holiday surcharge

What to expect

  1. Old Quarter
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Morning our guide and car will pick you up at lobby your hotel then takes you to your trip
  2. Chua Tran Quoc
    30m · Admission ticket included
    08:30 – Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi. Built in the 6th century during the reign of Emperor Ly Nam De of the Ly Dynasty, this ancient pagoda is beautifully located on a small island in West Lake and is considered a symbol of Vietnamese spiritual and architectural heritage.
  3. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    09:15 – Arrive at the Ho Chi Minh Complex, home to the President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of Vietnam’s revered revolutionary leader. Here, you will also visit Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969, preserved to reflect his simple lifestyle. Continue to the One Pillar Pagoda, an iconic symbol of Hanoi, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy and regarded as one of the most unique architectural structures in Asia.
  4. Museum of Cultures of Vietnam's Ethnic Groups
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    11:00 – Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam’s 54 officially recognized ethnic groups through exhibitions, artifacts, and traditional houses.
    Note: On Mondays, when the Museum of Ethnology is closed, the itinerary will be replaced with a visit to the Vietnam Women’s Museum.
    12h30-12h45: Have lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at our luxury restaurant name “Mesdames Linh”.
  5. Temple of Literature & National University
    1h · Admission ticket included
    13:45 – 14:00 – Continue the journey with a visit to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university. Originally founded in 1070 during the reign of Emperor Ly Thanh Tong, the temple was dedicated to Confucius, sages, and scholars. It later became the Imperial Academy, nurturing many of Vietnam’s greatest minds. Today, the Temple of Literature stands as a symbol of the country’s rich educational tradition and respect for learning.
  6. Hoa Lo Prison
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    15:00 – Continue the tour with a visit to Hoa Lo Prison, originally built by the French between 1886 and 1901 when Vietnam was still part of French Indochina. Known to the French as Maison Centrale, the prison was first used to detain Vietnamese political prisoners who fought against colonial rule. During the Vietnam War (1964–1973), it was later used by North Vietnam to hold American prisoners of war. Today, Hoa Lo Prison serves as a historical site, offering a moving insight into the country’s turbulent past and the resilience 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 car will pick you up at lobby your hotel with name

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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