• Old Quarter - Between 8:00 am to 8:30 am: Our driver and guide will pick up guests at the hotel lobby in the Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please be ready before departure time.
• Chua Tran Quoc - The first stop is Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. Tran Quoc Pagoda is over 1500 years old, playing a significant role in the development of Vietnam and Hanoi. This is why the temple attracts thousands of visitors from around the world each year.
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum - The next stop is the Ho Chi Minh complex, where you can see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh and walk around the garden to see the two houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969. The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum commemorates the great leader of Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh. It has become a must-see place for visitors to Hanoi.
• One Pillar Pagoda - Then visit the One Pillar Pagoda, which worships the Goddess of Mercy and is the most unique pagoda in the world. One Pillar Pagoda (Chua Mot Cot) is one of the most delightful architectural complexes in Hanoi, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists.
• Vietnam Museum of Ethnology - The next destination is the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, the most recent and probably the largest and most interesting museum in Hanoi and Vietnam. It has both indoor and outdoor sections. The indoor exhibition is particularly informative, while the outdoor displays and activities make the museum stand out. There are several houses modeled after the traditional architecture of ethnic minorities, especially those in the Northern and Central highlands. The museum is closed on Mondays, so we will visit the Vietnamese Women’s Museum instead. We will have lunch at a local restaurant with unforgettable traditional dishes.
• Temple of Literature & National University - After lunch, continue to the Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11th century. The Temple of Literature in Hanoi (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam Ha Hoi) is a historical-cultural relic visited by many students to pray for luck in their studies and exams, as well as a popular tourist destination. During your Hanoi city tour, take the time to visit this must-see site. There will be many intriguing things to learn and discover.
• Hoa Lo Prison - The last visit is to the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton.” The Hoa Lo Prison Museum, located in Hanoi, Vietnam, is a must-visit tourist spot for its historical significance and intriguing exhibits. After visiting Hoa Lo Prison, our driver and guide will take you back to your hotel/place in the Hanoi Old Quarter Area. The tour concludes.

• Lunch at a local restaurant with traditional dishes
• Pick up & drop off at hotel by Shuttle Bus/Limousine
• All entrance fees & sightseeing as itinerary
• In-person English speaking guide

• Beverages, Tips and Personal expenses
• Cyclo or Puppet Tickets extra pay 8 usd/ person

Hanoi, the beautiful capital city of Vietnam, is one of the most visited destinations in the country. Situated along the banks of the Red River, it boasts a rich French colonial heritage. With just one day to explore, a private tour allows you to see the sights at your own pace. This group tour of Hanoi’s highlights includes visits to Tran Quoc Pagoda, West Lake, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and more. The tour also includes roundtrip transfers, all entrance fees, and lunch.

• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking

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