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

Explore the wonders of Hanoi with a guide who will pick you up from your hotel in the Hoan Kiem district. The tour begins at Tran Quoc Pagoda, located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake, dating back to the 6th century. Next, visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which includes the mausoleum housing Ho Chi Minh's embalmed body, the gardens, and the houses where he lived and worked.

The tour continues at the One Pillar Pagoda, an 11th-century structure dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy, followed by the Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the 54 ethnic groups of Vietnam. Enjoy a lunch with eight traditional Vietnamese dishes.

In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university established in the 11th century, and conclude with the Hoa Lo Prison Museum to learn about its role during the French colonial period and the Vietnam War. The experience lasts eight to eight and a half hours before returning to your hotel.

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.