• Halong International Cruise Port - 07:30 - 08:00 am: Upon arrival at Halong Cruise Port, please proceed to the port’s outer gate to meet the driver, who will be holding a welcome board with your name. You will then be driven to Hanoi city, a journey of approximately 2 hours via expressway.
• Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum - 10:00 - 10:30 am: Upon reaching Hanoi, the guide will escort you to the Ho Chi Minh complex, which includes Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the final resting place of the cherished national hero, Uncle Ho (note that it may be closed on certain days). You will also visit President Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, where he resided intermittently from 1958 to 1969. The next stop is the One Pillar Pagoda, a collection of structures forming a pagoda built over water in a square lake.
• Temple of Literature & National University - Continuing the tour, the car will take you to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university dedicated to Confucius. Known as Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam, it is a significant historical and cultural site in Hanoi, symbolizing Vietnamese culture and intellect. The Temple of Literature is recognized as the first university in Southeast Asia and remains a popular tourist attraction due to its unique architectural and historical significance.
• Hoa Lo Prison - Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant featuring Vietnamese cuisine. After lunch, the tour continues to Hoa Lo Prison, originally used by French colonists in French Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. Known to American POWs as the Hanoi Hilton, the prison was mostly demolished in the 1990s, but the gatehouse remains as a museum.
• Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) - Hoan Kiem Lake, also known as Hồ Gươm (Sword Lake), is a freshwater lake spanning approximately 12 hectares in the historical center of Hanoi. Previously called “Luc Thuy Lake” (Green Water Lake) and “Thuy Quan Lake” (Mariner’s Lake), it is a major scenic spot and a hub of public life in the city.
• Ngoc Son Temple - Located in the center of the tranquil lake, Ngoc Son Temple is a prominent temple on a small island. This sacred temple, along with other structures, forms a historical complex that has been a source of pride for Hanoians for centuries.
• Hanoi Train Street - The final stop is Train Street, where you can take photos, enjoy coffee or tea, and experience the vibrant atmosphere. Hanoi Train Street is a unique and popular attraction in the city center, known for its narrow alleyway just wide enough for a train to pass through. The tracks, built over a century ago, have made the street a favored tourist destination in recent years.
• Halong International Cruise Port - After visiting Train Street, guests will bid farewell to the tour guide and Hanoi, and will be driven back to Halong Cruise Port, a 2-hour journey via expressway. Services conclude at the port gate.

• Visit highlights of Hanoi City in a few hours
• Private car transfer between Hanoi & Cruise Port
• All entrance and sightseeing fees included
• Experienced English-speaking tour guide
• Set lunch at a local restaurant

• Drinks and Person expenses
• Tips for driver/guide is appreciated

Experience the best of Hanoi City with a full-day guided tour starting from Halong Cruise Port, diving into the vibrant heart of Vietnam’s capital. Enjoy a picturesque drive from the port and delve into Hanoi’s rich history and unique charm by visiting iconic sites like the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature. Wander through the lively Old Quarter, where ancient architecture harmonizes with modern life, and savor authentic Vietnamese dishes at a local eatery. This tour perfectly combines cultural immersion and sightseeing, making it ideal for travelers eager to capture the essence of Hanoi in just one day.

• We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have a dietary requirement, kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

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