Hanoi City Highlights Guided Tour
- 8h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Join us on a full-day journey through the heart of Hanoi, where ancient history meets vibrant culture. This guided city tour takes you to the most iconic landmarks, from the serene Tran Quoc Pagoda and the solemn Ho Chi Minh Complex to the culturally rich Museum of Ethnology and the historic Hoa Lo Prison. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch and explore the city's academic heritage at the Temple of Literature. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour offers a well-rounded glimpse into Hanoi’s past and present—all in one unforgettable day. Important Note: You can choose a half-day or full-day tour with the corresponding tour itinerary.
Inclusions
What's included
- A/C Car transfer
- Entrance fees
- English speaking guide during the trip
- Vietnamese Lunch (Applicable for Full Day Option)
- A bottle of water per person
What's not
- Tips for tour guide and personal expense (optional)
Itinerary
08:00–08:30: Pick-up from hotel by our friendly guide.
08:45: Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, located on West Lake.
09:30: Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum (outside on closure days), Stilt House, and One Pillar Pagoda. Dress modestly.
11:15: Discover Vietnam’s ethnic diversity at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (or the Women's Museum on Mondays).
12:45: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch with 8 local dishes.
14:00: Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university.
15:15: Explore the historic Hoa Lo Prison Museum (“Hanoi Hilton”).
16:15–16:30: End of tour. Return to hotel.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please stand in front of the main gate of the Opera House located at 1 Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Capital. Our tour guide will contact you before arriving.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 35 travellers
- Operated by
- HAPPY PLUS TRAVEL
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Hanoi
- Its from-price is 71% below the median of the 2545 day trips we list in Hanoi.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 675 of 2545.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, mixes lakeside temples, French colonial boulevards and an Old Quarter where street food and scooters fill every lane.
The Old Quarter's narrow streets, each once devoted to a single trade, sit just north of Hoan Kiem Lake, where the red Huc Bridge leads to the Temple of the Jade Mountain. Wander at dawn to see tai chi by the water, or after dark when the pavements fill with food stalls and low plastic stools.
Top-ranked sights in Hanoi: Ha Long Bay, Hanoi Old Quarter, Long Bien Bridge (Cau Long Bien).
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