• Old Quarter - Guests will be picked up from hotels or accommodations in the Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please be prepared in your hotel lobby, as our guide will verify your name at the reception for the Hanoi City Tour according to the departure time.
• Chua Tran Quoc - Explore Tran Quoc Pagoda, originally constructed in Hanoi in the 6th century. Visitors can admire the oldest Bodhi Tree in Vietnam, planted by Ho Chi Minh. Tran Quoc Pagoda is a must-see attraction in Hanoi, Vietnam. It is the city’s oldest Buddhist temple, renowned for its tranquil and serene ambiance. Located on a small island in West Lake, it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. The pagoda’s architecture is remarkable, featuring red and gold hues and intricate details. Nearby attractions worth visiting include the Quan Thanh Temple and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Visiting Tran Quoc Pagoda provides a wonderful opportunity to delve into Vietnamese culture and history, making it a worthwhile stop when in Hanoi.
• Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum - At the Ho Chi Minh complex, visitors can view the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh and stroll through the garden to see the two houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969. Then, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy, known as the most unique pagoda in the world. The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, located in Hanoi’s Ba Dinh Square, stands as a powerful symbol of Vietnam’s rich history and the resilient spirit of its people. Built with imposing red granite and influenced by Soviet architecture, this mausoleum was completed in 1975 to honor Ho Chi Minh, a visionary leader instrumental in Vietnam’s quest for independence.
• Vietnam Museum of Ethnology - Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to explore the culture of 54 ethnic groups across Vietnam. Special Note: On Mondays, the Women Museum will be visited instead of the Ethnology Museum, which is closed. Enjoy lunch at our restaurant, where you can savor Vietnamese cuisine.

The Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is part of the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences. It serves as both a research center and a public museum showcasing Vietnam’s ethnic groups. The museum’s mission encompasses scientific research, collection, documentation, conservation, exhibition, and preservation of the cultural and historical heritage of the nation’s diverse ethnic groups. It also guides research, conservation, and technology specific to ethnographic museum work.

• Temple of Literature & National University - Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, established in the 11th century. Known as the first national university in Vietnam, the Temple of Literature in Hanoi was a place where hundreds of esteemed scholars studied and practiced. Today, it is a must-visit historical site in Hanoi, celebrated for its impressive beauty and architecture.
• Hoa Lo Prison - Proceed to the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, initially used by French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this period, American POWs referred to it as the “Hanoi Hilton.” Hoa Lo Prison, known for its harsh conditions and severe punishments, is a historical site that bears witness to the unwavering determination of Vietnamese revolutionaries and their sacrifices for the nation.

• Highlights of Hanoi City - Capital of Vietnam
• Hotel pick up/drop off in Old Quarter by Shuttle Bus/Limousine
• Experienced English Speaking Guide
• Lunch with Vietnamese traditional dishes
• Entrance fees for sightseeing as per program

• Cycle or Water Puppet Show on request (Extra 8 usd/ person)
• Beverages, Personal expenses and Tips for driver/guide

Hanoi is the capital and the center of culture, economy, education and politics of Vietnam. Along with the many thousand years of civilization, Ha Noi owns in it many ancient and modern works, unique sidewalk cultural experiences, and special historical sites. This makes Ha noi a very attractive destination for tourists all over the world. See the highlights of Hanoi on this full day guided tour with an experienced local guide. Make the most of your limited time with a shuttle bus that will take you around to top attractions, including the Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison or the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology with includes lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant.

• 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.