Tours/Hanoi/Halong Bay: Private Shore Excursion to Hanoi With Lunch
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Halong Bay: Private Shore Excursion to Hanoi With Lunch

Hanoi1 hour

Description

This Luxury private group shore excursion from Halong to Hanoi is designed especially for cruise passengers who want to experience the charm of Vietnam’s capital in one day. Travel in comfort by private vehicle, enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch, and explore the city’s highlights — from the Temple of Literature and Hoan Kiem Lake to the vibrant Old Quarter. End your journey with a relaxing cyclo ride through narrow streets filled with local life. Personalized service, flexible timing, and a worry-free experience make this tour truly special.

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Halong Bay: Private Shore Excursion to Hanoi With Lunch

Itinerary

Admission included50 min

Experience one of Hanoi’s most iconic sights — the famous Train Street. Watch the train pass just inches away from local homes, sip coffee at a trackside café, and feel the thrill of daily life unfolding along the railway. A must-see for unique photos and local vibes.

Admission included60 min

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant. Taste authentic Vietnamese dishes such as spring rolls, grilled pork with vermicelli, and fragrant stir-fried vegetables. Your guide will introduce you to local dining customs and explain the ingredients that make Vietnamese cuisine so unique and flavorful.

Admission included45 min

Visit the historic Hoa Lo Prison, once used by French colonists to hold Vietnamese revolutionaries and later known as the “Hanoi Hilton” during the Vietnam War. Explore preserved prison cells, displays of prisoners’ personal belongings, and emotional stories that reveal the resilience and courage of the Vietnamese people throughout history.

Admission included60 min

Cyclo Ride through the Old Quarter Sit back and enjoy a relaxing cyclo ride through Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter. Pass by narrow streets filled with small shops, local vendors, and centuries-old architecture. Watch the rhythm of daily life, from street food stalls to colorful markets — a perfect way to experience Hanoi’s vibrant atmosphere up close.

Admission included30 min

Tran Quoc Pagoda is Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple, set on a small island in the tranquil West Lake. With over 1,500 years of history, the pagoda features classic Vietnamese architecture, a striking red stupa, and a calm, sacred atmosphere—perfect for cultural discovery and relaxation.

Highlights

Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with driver for round-trip transfer between Halong and Hanoi. • Bottled water: Complimentary drinking water provided during the journey.
All tickets to attractions mentioned in the itinerary. Cyclo ride: 30-minute cyclo experience around Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Vietnamese set menu lunch at a local restaurant in Hanoi.

What's included

Included
Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with driver for round-trip transfer between Halong and Hanoi. • Bottled water: Complimentary drinking water provided during the journey.
All tickets to attractions mentioned in the itinerary. Cyclo ride: 30-minute cyclo experience around Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Vietnamese set menu lunch at a local restaurant in Hanoi.
Not included
Drinks during meals: Beverages are not included

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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