Tour to Hanoi Religious Temples and Literature

Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesVietnamese, English
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Vietnam is a religiously diverse country where Eastern and Western religions coexist and interact, including Buddhism, Catholicism, Taoism, and Confucianism, alongside indigenous folk beliefs. On this tour, you will explore the richness of Vietnamese culture through its religions and beliefs, admire remarkable architectural heritage, discover the history of Hanoi, enjoy a delicious cup of traditional egg coffee, and gain insight into the daily life of local people. On this tour, you can:
- Explore the diversity of Vietnamese religions.
- Enjoy the cultural and architectural beauty of the Vietnamese people.
- Understanding of Vietnamese culture through places of worship, ancient houses
- Famous Hanoi egg coffee
- Hanoi Old Quarter and French Quarter

NOTE: When visiting temples and pagodas, visitors are advised to wear shirts with sleeves and pants or skirts covering the knees in order to respect the dress regulations of the sites.

What's included

  • Entrance fee
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off (if your hotel is located in the Old Quarter or French Quarter)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Guided tour of historical landmarks
  • Tips for guide is appreciated

What to expect

  1. Chua Ba Da
    20m · Admission ticket included
    1. Ba Da pagoda: Nestled in Hanoi's Old Quarter, Ba Da Pagoda is a famous ancient temple known for its serene atmosphere and traditional architecture, tied to the legend of a sacred stone statue in the shape of a woman
  2. St. Joseph's Cathedral
    20m · Admission ticket included
    St. Joseph’s Cathedral (Hanoi Cathedral) (outside visit only on Sundays): A historic Gothic-style structure strongly influenced by French architecture, admired for its solemn and classical beauty. It is one of the most important centers of Catholic worship in Hanoi
  3. Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Nam Huong Communal House: A traditional Vietnamese religious site dedicated to village tutelary gods, featuring solemn ancient architecture.
  4. Temple Ngoc Son
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Ngoc Son Temple: One of the most famous and sacred temples in Hanoi, located on Jade Island in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake, and regarded as a cultural and spiritual symbol of the capital
  5. Old Quarter
    30m
    Hanoi Old Quarter & famous egg coffee: A historic area preserving ancient architecture and traditional urban life, famous for its characteristic craft streets and iconic egg coffee (You may also choose another drink if you do not drink coffee)
  6. Temple of Literature & National University
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Temple of Literature – National University: The first university of Vietnam, established more than 1,000 years ago, symbolizing Confucian education and the nation’s long-standing tradition of learning

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us in front of the pagoda gate, before the bridge leading into the pagoda. Our tour guide will contact you via WhatsApp before the tour to ensure smooth communication. Therefore, please provide your WhatsApp phone number and keep an eye on your phone

End point
Pickup details

If your hotel is located in the Old Quarter or the French Quarter area, our tour guide will pick you up directly from your hotel. Our guide will contact you before the tour and wait for you at the hotel lobby reception before the tour start time.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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