Best of Hanoi City Tour : Full-day
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Best of Hanoi City Tour : Full-day
About This Activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund
Hotel Pickup
Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Transfers included
Shuttle bus
Duration: Full Day
Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide
English
Instant confirmation
Instant booking confirmation
Group Size
22 PAX (maximum capacity)
Highlights
Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, set on West Lake
Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum area and stilt house
Discover the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, one of Vietnam’s most unique temples
Learn about Vietnam’s diversity at the Vietnam Ethnology Museum (or Women’s Museum on Mondays)
Walk through the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university
Step into history at the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, known as the “Hanoi Hilton”
Itinerary
- 08:00–08:30: Pickup from your hotel in Hanoi city center by a friendly tour guide and start the full-day Hanoi city exploration.
- 08:45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda, located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. Visit the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, built in the 6th century, and learn about its spiritual and historical significance.
- 09:30: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex. See the exterior of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and learn about the life of President Ho Chi Minh. Walk through the garden to view the stilt house and nearby residences where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969. Continue to One Pillar Pagoda, one of the most unique pagodas in the world, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy.
- 11:15: Visit the Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the traditions and cultures of the 54 ethnic groups of Vietnam.
- Special note: On Mondays, the Vietnam Women’s Museum will be visited instead.
- 12:45: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, featuring 8 traditional Vietnamese dishes.
- 14:00–14:15: Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, established in the 11th century and dedicated to Confucius.
- 15:15: Continue to the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, originally built by French colonists for political prisoners and later used during the Vietnam War, famously known by American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton.”
- 16:15–16:30: Transfer back to your hotel. Tour ends.
Full Description
Discover the cultural and historical heart of Vietnam on a full-day Hanoi city tour. Explore ancient pagodas, iconic landmarks, unique museums, and historic sites while learning about the nation’s rich heritage, colonial past, and diverse ethnic cultures—all within the vibrant capital city of Hanoi.
Includes
- Shuttle bus during the trip (Ford Transit, New County, or similar)
- English-speaking tour guide (minimum 5 years of experience)
- Entrance tickets as per itinerary
- Vietnamese lunch
- One bottle of water per guest
Not Included
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips for tour guide and driver
- Personal expenses or services not mentioned above
Important Information
Know Before You Go
- Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered) when visiting mausoleums, temples, and pagodas
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays
- Bring essentials such as cash, phone or camera, sunscreen, raincoat, or umbrella (depending on weather)
- Optional cyclo ride or water puppet show may be arranged at the end of the tour
- Tour may finish slightly earlier or later due to traffic or operational conditions
- The order of the itinerary may change depending on the guide’s arrangement
Accessibility
- Ages 1–4: Free of charge
- Ages 5–8: 75% of adult price
- 9 years and above: Adult price
Activity Provider
Originals
