The Hanoi City Tour – Full Day offers a comprehensive introduction to Vietnam’s capital, blending ancient traditions, colonial heritage, and modern daily life. Situated on the banks of the Red River, Hanoi is a city where centuries-old temples, French colonial architecture, vibrant markets, and leafy boulevards coexist in harmony.
This guided day tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore Hanoi’s most important cultural, historical, and architectural landmarks in one day. Visit iconic sites such as Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison Museum, while also enjoying authentic Vietnamese cuisine and local stories shared by a professional guide.
Duration: Full Day (Approx. 8 – 8.5 hours)
Route: Hanoi City
Minimum booking: 2 travellers
Tour requirement: At least 2 adults
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Transportation by air-conditioned minivan
Licensed professional tour guide
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Entrance fees included
Delicious Vietnamese lunch
Temple and museum visits
Child-friendly tour
Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Complex, Vietnam Ethnology Museum, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch, explore the Temple of Literature and Hoa Lo Prison Museum, then return to your hotel.
In the morning, your professional guide and shared transportation will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Begin your journey exploring the cultural heart of the capital.
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 and an important symbol of Vietnamese Buddhism.
Continue to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you will see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh and walk through the surrounding gardens.
Visit the One Pillar Pagoda, one of the most unique pagodas in the world, where locals worship the Goddess of Mercy.
Visit the Vietnam Ethnology Museum, widely regarded as the best museum in the country for understanding Vietnam’s ethnic diversity. Explore extensive indoor exhibits and restored traditional houses representing Vietnam’s 54 ethnic minority groups.
Enjoy lunch at a specially selected local restaurant. Taste authentic Vietnamese cuisine prepared with traditional flavours and fresh ingredients.
After lunch, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, established in the 11th century. Originally built to worship Confucius, it later became the nation’s most important centre of education and scholarship.
Arrive at Hoa Lo Prison Museum, originally built by French colonists for political prisoners. During the Vietnam War, it was used to hold American prisoners of war and was known as the “Hanoi Hilton.” Learn about Vietnam’s complex colonial and wartime history.
In the late afternoon, your driver will drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
End of tour.
Important Travel Tips & Frequently Asked Questions
Culture: Witness Hanoi’s stunning architecture, listen to historical stories, and enjoy authentic local cuisine.
Explore: Discover the most important landmarks and attractions of Hanoi in one convenient day tour.
Local Life: Gain insight into Hanoi’s cultural heritage, education system, and historical struggles.
Free pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Timings are approximate, and the itinerary may be changed without notice due to traffic conditions or unexpected events.
The total tour duration is approximately 8 – 8.5 hours.
When visiting the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, temples, and pagodas, please dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Confirmation email will be received at the end of the booking process
Timings are approximate and depend on traffic and weather conditions
The itinerary may be changed without notice due to unexpected events
Please consider if a flight is booked on this day
We recommend bringing sunscreen, mosquito spray, and good walking shoes
According to regulations in all travel destinations, it is mandatory to have:
An entry visa valid for the entire stay
A passport valid for at least 6 months after departure
At least 3 empty pages in your passport
Medical travel insurance
This price is not valid during:
Christmas and New Year’s Eve (23 December – 3 January)
Cambodia Khmer New Year (10 April – 31 April)
Laos New Year (10 April – 21 April)
Public holidays and peak seasons
Visa arrangements and fees (can be arranged upon request)
Transportation beyond the itinerary
Additional meals, entrance fees, drinks, or services not listed
Personal travel insurance
Must be made at least 4 days prior to departure
Cancellations less than 4 days before departure (including no-shows) will be charged 100% of the total booking cost
Tipping is customary for guides and drivers
Approx. USD 5 per person per day
Tips should be handed directly to the guide upon departure
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