Tours/Hanoi/Hanoi City Full-Day Tour with lunch
Viator · group up to 20 pax

Hanoi City Full-Day Tour with lunch

4.9(51)Hanoi1 hour
VIATOR4.0(5)TRIPADVISOR5.0(46)

Description

Spend a day exploring the quintessential city that is Hanoi. Be immersed in the history and culture as your guide tells you of the history of Hanoi as you are surrounded by crumbling pagodas and labyrinthine streets that have existed for a thousand years

Tour Options

Tour with Cyclo
  • Opional: Tour with Cycling for 45 minutes around the Old Quarter area Duration: 9 hours
group tour
  • Route:: HCM Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, House on stilt, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Tran Quoc Pagoda, West lake... Tour only: Standard Tour without Water Puppet Show/Cyclo Tour
Tour with Water Puppet Show
  • Optional: Group Tour with Water puppet Show for 45 minutes Duration: 9 hours

Itinerary

90 min

visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to explore the architectural and historical aspects of Uncle Ho’s final resting-place

Admission included15 min

The One Pillar Pagoda is a historic Buddhist temple in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, The temple is built of wood on a single stone pillar 1.25 m in diameter and 4 m in height, and it is designed to resemble a lotus blossom, which is a Buddhist symbol of purity, since a lotus blossoms in a muddy pond. In 1954, the French Union forces destroyed the pagoda before withdrawing from Vietnam after the First Indochina War. It was rebuilt afterwards

Admission included45 min

The Temple of Literature is a Temple of Confucius in Hanoi, northern Vietnam. The temple hosts the Imperial Academy (Quốc Tử Giám), Vietnam's first national university.

30 min

The Trấn Quốc Pagoda in Hanoi is the oldest pagoda in the city, originally constructed in the sixth century and was sited on the shores of the Red River, outside of the Yen Phu Dyke.

Admission included60 min

The Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is a museum in Hanoi, Vietnam, which focuses on the 54 officially recognised ethnic groups in Vietnam Important Note: (*) you will not visit this museum if you book tour on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Pass by

Hoan Kiem Lake (Vietnamese: Hồ Hoàn Gươm, meaning "Lake of the Returned Sword"), also known as Hồ Gươm (Sword Lake) - most famous lake in Hano

Pass by

Built by the French in 1896 to hold Vietnamese political prisoners and known originally as Maison Centrale, Hoa Lo Prison was taken over by the Vietnamese in 1954. During the American War (Vietnam War), it housed American POWs, who referred to it as the “Hanoi Hilton.” Today, parts of the original prison have been turned into a museum.

Pass by

Located in Hoan Kiem district. Old Quarter of Hanoi becomes famous place with 36 streets...

Highlights

Transfer by modern bus with AC
set menu
Bottled water (0.5l/pp/day)
English Speaking Guide
Vietnamese set menu lunch
Hotel pick up & drop-off (in Hanoi Old Quarter Area, Hoan Kiem district)
Water Puppet Show if you choose OPTIONAL 1 or Cyclo Tour if you choose OPTIONAL 2.

What's included

Included
Transfer by modern bus with AC
set menu
Bottled water (0.5l/pp/day)
English Speaking Guide
Vietnamese set menu lunch
Hotel pick up & drop-off (in Hanoi Old Quarter Area, Hoan Kiem district)
Water Puppet Show if you choose OPTIONAL 1 or Cyclo Tour if you choose OPTIONAL 2.
Not included
Drinks in meals, Travel Insurance, Gratuites
What not mentioned clearlly above
Option: Tour only is not included water puppet show or cyclo

Pickup Locations & Times

Please ready at hotel lobby (located in the Old Quarter area only) 30 minutes before departure time.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat. NOT SUITABLE FOR KID BELOW 2 YEARS OLD
  • Please come to No. 9 Hang Huong Street in Hanoi at around 7:45am - 8am to be picked up if your hotel is NOT located in the Hanoi Old Quarter Area, Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi
  • Water Puppet Show or Cyclo Tour for Deluxe option only, Then the tour will finish around 5pm - 5:30pm
  • The itinerary could be changed due to the bad weather condition
  • Sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Should not wear short pan, mini skrit, clothes without sleeve
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
  • If you book group tour, Surcharge 5usd/pax if you travel during Lunar New Year from January 29, 2022 to February 4, 2020. Kindly pay directly 5usd/pax in CASH for tour guide when he/she comes to pick you up.
  • If you book Private Tour, Surcharge 15usd/pax if you travel during Lunar New Year from January 29, 2022 to February 4, 2020. Kindly pay directly 15usd/pax in CASH for tour guide when he/she comes to pick you up.

Reviews(51)

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lucafS4586RH
January 12, 2026
Tony tour

Tony was a funny but prepared guide, we had fun Whiskerya visiting the ho chi min mausoleum and various pagoda and museum, recommended

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shravanl2025
December 19, 2025
Great tour of Hanoi

Well worth it for an amazing tour organized by Tony. He exceeded all my expectations and was very friendly and welcoming. I learned alor about Vietnam culture and history and made many memories with my family.

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Nomad52333764022
December 11, 2025
Full Day City Tour Guided by Tony!!!

Had a wonderful time in Hanoi. Tony, our tour guide, was friendly, helpful, and accommodating. He showed us all the best spots and shared fascinating insights about the city’s history and specialties. Thank you for the fantastic experience, Tony!

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chiaramelinu
December 2, 2025
Hanoi tour

Tony accompanied our group Si Vola among the most beautiful temples and monuments in Hanoi. His tour was very interesting and well organized. Beautiful experience and highly recommended!

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I4093PGdimitrim
November 13, 2025
Hanoi Full City Tour

The tour was brilliant. It was well pased and was just the right length. Tony was an excellent tour guideand explained everything in such detail. We couldn't have asked for a better tour guide and group. Thank you so much.

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Passenger06464390760
November 10, 2025
Hanoi city bus tour.

Da was very friendly and knowledgeable about the culture and history of the places we visited. He took the time to explain things clearly and helped us with the onward journey. He was very kind and patient with everyone 's needs. The lunch was delicious too. Thank you for a lovely day.

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inged905
October 24, 2025
Super Nice tour with Tony

Our tour guide Tony was super friendly. He speaks very good English and gives a lot of information about the highlights in Hanoi. A part of our tour we did by bicycle to Banana Island, this was also realy nice to do. The rest of the tour we did by car with a very good and nice driver. We enjoyed it very much, thank you Tony!

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54sriramr
September 8, 2025
Hanoi day tour

We had a great day tour with our tour guide tony. He patiently explained each place we visited and made us connect emotionally with it.

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suryalakshmim
September 8, 2025
Hanoi day tour

Loved the day tour at Hanoi, our guide Tony did a great job by helping us explore the authenticity of the city by explaining every detail of the city . He also made sure our lunch was served as per our choice. We also had good team members which made it a memorable one

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OnAir54734968081
July 31, 2025
Unforgettable Hanoi City Tour

From the moment we met the tour guide, Tony, his energy and passion were clear. He welcomed everyone warmly and immediately set a positive tone for the day. As the tour began, he shared fascinating stories about Vietnam’s history and culture, making each stop more meaningful with his engaging and often humorous storytelling. The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, taking us through a great mix of peaceful pagodas, temples, museums, and important historical sites. Each location offered something unique and helped us appreciate the depth of Vietnam’s heritage. Throughout the tour, Tony was very attentive—he remembered each of us by face and name, and always made sure no one was left behind before moving on. He also kindly offered to take our photos without us even asking, which made it easier to relax and enjoy the experience. The bus was another highlight—clean, spacious, and well air-conditioned, which made the rides between stops very comfortable. Free bottled water was also provided, which we really appreciated, especially with the warm weather. The driver was smooth and safe, making the whole journey even more pleasant. If there’s one small suggestion, it would be to allow a bit more time at some of the more scenic or meaningful stops so we could take it all in and snap a few more photos. It might also be a plus if we would go to the local markets to find some local goods. Overall, it was a fantastic and memorable experience. Tony’s passion, knowledge, and friendly nature truly made the tour special. Highly recommended!

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