Hanoi: Full Day Explore Hanoi City with Lunch - Group Tour
Description
What makes a tour of Hanoi special is how the city mixes rich history with everyday local life. In just one day, you can explore ancient temples, colonial buildings, busy markets, and meaningful sites like Hoa Lo Prison, then sit on a tiny street-side stool enjoying pho or egg coffee in the Old Quarter. The energy of the streets, the food culture, and the blend of old and modern life make Hanoi feel authentic and unlike anywhere else in Southeast Asia.
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Itinerary
7:30-7:45 AM - Our friendly guide will pick you up from your hotel and begin your journey to explore the charm of Hanoi.
8:00 AM - Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, beautifully situated on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. Dating back to the 6th century, this is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi and a peaceful spiritual symbol of the city.
9:00 AM - Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex – a must-see historical site: ● Visit the Mausoleum to pay respects to President Ho Chi Minh ● Walk through the peaceful gardens to see his simple stilt house and working residence (1954–1969) ● Discover the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy and considered one of the most unique architectural structures in the world Notes: ● Visitors are required to dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered) ● The Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays ● It is also closed annually for maintenance (approximately 15 June – 15 August), though outside visits and photos are still possible
11:15 - Vietnam Museum of Ethnology Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, offering deep insight into the rich culture and traditions of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups (except every Monday) Special note: On Mondays , the itinerary will be replaced with a visit to the Vietnam Women’s Museum as Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is closed.
12:00 - Lunch time
If you’re visiting Hoa Lo Prison, expect a powerful and sobering museum experience focused on French colonial rule and the Vietnam War era. It’s one of Hanoi’s most important historical sites and is often called the “Hanoi Hilton.”
16:00 - Drop off. End of service.
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
