Hanoi Full Day Private City Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the heart of Hanoi in one unforgettable day! Experience iconic landmarks like the Temple of Literature and Tran Quoc Pagoda, savor authentic local cuisine, and explore the vibrant Old Quarter with an expert local guide. Enjoy a seamless, top-rated tour packed with rich history and unforgettable memories!

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • English speaking guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tip for Tourguide and Driver
  • Personal expense

What to expect

  1. Chua Tran Quoc
    30m
    8:00 – 8:30: Pick-up at your hotel by our friendly guide and begin exploring
    Hanoi City.
    08:45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda, located on Golden Fish Island in West
    Lake. Built in the 6th century, it is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi.
  2. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    09:30: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex. You will have the chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, then walk around the garden to view the two houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969. Continue to the
    One Pillar Pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy - considered one of the most unique pagodas in the world.
    Note: Modest dress is required (covering shoulders to knees) when visiting
    the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, temples, and pagodas.
    -The Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, as well as from June 15 to August 15 each year for annual maintenance.
  3. Temple Of Literature
    45m · Admission ticket included
    10:30: Visit the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam), Vietnam’s first national university built in 1070 under the Ly Dynasty. Dedicated to Confucius and the country's most revered scholars, this historical complex features five tranquil courtyards, traditional Vietnamese architecture, and beautiful gardens. Walk past Khue Van Cac Pavilion—the iconic symbol of Hanoi—and admire the 82 stone Stelae of Doctors, recognized by UNESCO as World Documentary Heritage, resting on the backs of stone turtles.
  4. Hanoi Train Street
    30m
    11:30: Train Street – A Unique Hanoi Experience
    Step into the world-famous Train Street, where trains pass within arm’s reach of homes and cafés. Relax with a complimentary drink as you await the exhilarating moment when a train rumbles by.
    12:45: Enjoy lunch at our restaurant and savor authentic Vietnamese
    cuisine.
  5. Hoa Lo Prison
    1h · Admission ticket included
    14:00: Visit the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, originally built by the French to detain political prisoners and later used by North Vietnam to hold U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. American POWs referred to it as the “Hanoi Hilton.”
  6. Dong Xuan Market
    30m
    15:00: Dong Xuan Market – Hanoi’s Largest Indoor Market
    Conclude with a stroll through Dong Xuan Market, the city’s bustling trading hub. Explore stalls selling street food, souvenirs, clothing, and more - and experience the vibrant daily life of Hanoi.
  7. Long Bien Bridge
    30m
    16:00: Long Bien Bridge - Visit the historic Long Bien Bridge, anenduring symbol of Hanoi built during the French colonial era.
    16:30 – 17:00: Tour ends. Return to your hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up Customers staying in and aroung the Hanoi Old Quarter
If they dont stay in this distance they can come to our Meeting Point: 41 Luong Van Can

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

Cancellation policy

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

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