Guided Tour of Hanoi

Tour the main monuments of Vietnam's capital with this guided tour of Hanoi. Learn about the culture and history of the country and the most picturesque corners of the old town.

Tour Details

Ready to explore the wonders of Hanoi? Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in the Hoan Kiem district to start your journey.

First, we’ll visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest in Hanoi, located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake, dating back to the 6th century. Next, we’ll head to the Ho Chi Minh Complex to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh in the mausoleum and explore the gardens and his two houses.

Our tour continues at the One Pillar Pagoda, an 11th-century structure dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy, followed by a visit to the Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. We’ll take a break for a lunch featuring eight traditional Vietnamese dishes.

In the afternoon, we’ll visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and conclude the day at the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, which played a significant role during the French colonial period and the Vietnam War.

After eight to eight and a half hours exploring, you'll return to your hotel with a deeper appreciation of Hanoi's history and culture.

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes a pickup service from hotels in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi only.

Itinerary Adjustments

The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays, Fridays, and for annual maintenance from June 15 to August 15.On Mondays, the stop at the Vietnam Ethnology Museum will be replaced with the Women’s Museum.The itinerary may change due to weather conditions.