HIGHTLIGHTS
Travel Style: Classic Tours
Trip length: Day Tour
Dive into the charm of Vietnam’s capital on this Hanoi City full-day tour, where tradition meets modern vibrance. Explore the city’s most iconic landmarks, from the solemn Ho Chi Minh Complex and One Pillar Pagoda to the scholarly Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university.
Stroll through the Old Quarter’s narrow alleys, sip authentic Vietnamese coffee, and enjoy the tranquil beauty of Hoan Kiem Lake. Depending on your interest, choose from Hanoi’s best museums or temples in the afternoon. End the day with an optional Water Puppet Show, a uniquely Vietnamese art form that has fascinated audiences for centuries. With its blend of history, culture, and everyday life, this tour is the perfect introduction to Hanoi for first-time visitors and culture enthusiasts alike.
- Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex: Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda & Presidential Palace.
- Step into Vietnam’s first university – the Temple of Literature.
- Discover Hanoi’s museums or temples (Ethnology, Women’s, History, Quan Thanh).
- Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake & explore the bustling Old Quarter.
- Optional evening show: Water Puppetry.
ITINERARY
8.00-8:30 pick up at your hotel. We will begin our day visiting Ho Chi Minh complex, learning about his great life at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar pagoda, Presidential Palace, and his residential place. Next stop is the nearby Temple of Literature, the site of Vietnam's first University, built in 11th century, to teach the royals the Confucian theory. Here we will also have a chance to see a traditional music performance. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
Afternoon, choose one from the numerous museums or temples around Hanoi (Hanoi Hilton, Museum of Ethnology, Women's Museum, History Museum or Quan Thanh Temple). A late afternoon walk around Hoan Kiem lake and Hanoi's fascinating Old Quarter for some great fun, shopping and street side traditional food. This is your chance to be part of typical Hanoian style and its traditional Vietnamese culture.
End the tour around 16.30 at your hotel.
Optional: you might opt for watching a Water Puppet Show, a unique and famous traditional performance or fascinating Ionah show before ending our Hanoi tour at your hotel. Join a SIC tour of Hanoi city here
GROUP TOUR (Seat-in-Coach)
The price is USD/person, quoted for a package tour/room/tickets..| Tour Package | Price |
|---|---|
| SIC Tour Price | $34 |
PRIVATE TOUR PRICE
The price (USD/person) is quoted for a private tour based on the group sizes, you can send us your inquiry to make up a personalized itinerary and quotation.| Tour Category | 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-8 pax | 9 pax up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price/person | $70 | $58 | $46 | $39 |
Not fit your requirement? Feel free to contact us to plan this trip and get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
INQUIRY
Other information
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Monday & Friday. Alternative sites will be arranged.
- All Museums are closed on Monday & Friday, except the Ethnology Museum (open Friday).
- Modest clothing is required for visiting the Mausoleum (no shorts, mini-skirts, or tank tops).
- Tour operates daily; private customization available.
Tour Includes
- Transferring as specified in the itinerary
- English speaking tour guide (other language available upon request)
- Cyclo ride (rickshaw) old quarter Hanoi
- Entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program
- Vietnamese set lunch at restaurant
- Mineral water
Tour Excludes
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips/gratuities
- Water puppet show ticket ($6-$10)
- Travel insurance









