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Halong Bay: Private Shore Excursion to Hanoi With Lunch
Quảng Ninh
About
This Luxury private group shore excursion from Halong to Hanoi is designed especially for cruise passengers who want to experience the charm of Vietnam’s capital in one day. Travel in comfort by private vehicle, enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch, and explore the city’s highlights — from the Temple of Literature and Hoan Kiem Lake to the vibrant Old Quarter. End your journey with a relaxing cyclo ride through narrow streets filled with local life. Personalized service, flexible timing, and a worry-free experience make this tour truly special.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with driver for round-trip transfer between Halong and Hanoi. • Bottled water: Complimentary drinking water provided during the journey.
All tickets to attractions mentioned in the itinerary. Cyclo ride: 30-minute cyclo experience around Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Vietnamese set menu lunch at a local restaurant in Hanoi.
Drinks during meals: Beverages are not included
Meeting Points
Departure
Halong International Cruise Port
Please meet outside Halong International Cruise Port main gate, near the yellow Ticket & Operations Building. Please take the free shuttle bus or walk about 5 minutes from the pier. Our guide will wait with a sign showing your name and the Viator logo: “Hanoi Shore Excursion from Cruise Port.”
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Halong Bay: Private Shore Excursion to Hanoi With Lunch
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About
This Luxury private group shore excursion from Halong to Hanoi is designed especially for cruise passengers who want to experience the charm of Vietnam’s capital in one day. Travel in comfort by private vehicle, enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch, and explore the city’s highlights — from the Temple of Literature and Hoan Kiem Lake to the vibrant Old Quarter. End your journey with a relaxing cyclo ride through narrow streets filled with local life. Personalized service, flexible timing, and a worry-free experience make this tour truly special.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with driver for round-trip transfer between Halong and Hanoi. • Bottled water: Complimentary drinking water provided during the journey.
All tickets to attractions mentioned in the itinerary. Cyclo ride: 30-minute cyclo experience around Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Vietnamese set menu lunch at a local restaurant in Hanoi.
Drinks during meals: Beverages are not included
Meeting Points
Departure
Halong International Cruise Port
Please meet outside Halong International Cruise Port main gate, near the yellow Ticket & Operations Building. Please take the free shuttle bus or walk about 5 minutes from the pier. Our guide will wait with a sign showing your name and the Viator logo: “Hanoi Shore Excursion from Cruise Port.”
Return
Itinerary
1
Hanoi Train Street
Experience one of Hanoi’s most iconic sights — the famous Train Street. Watch the train pass just inches away from local homes, sip coffee at a trackside café, and feel the thrill of daily life unfolding along the railway. A must-see for unique photos and local vibes.
50 minutes
2
Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
Taste authentic Vietnamese dishes such as spring rolls, grilled pork with vermicelli, and fragrant stir-fried vegetables. Your guide will introduce you to local dining customs and explain the ingredients that make Vietnamese cuisine so unique and flavorful.
1 hour
3
Hoa Lo Prison
Visit the historic Hoa Lo Prison, once used by French colonists to hold Vietnamese revolutionaries and later known as the “Hanoi Hilton” during the Vietnam War.
Explore preserved prison cells, displays of prisoners’ personal belongings, and emotional stories that reveal the resilience and courage of the Vietnamese people throughout history.
45 minutes
4
Old Quarter
Cyclo Ride through the Old Quarter
Sit back and enjoy a relaxing cyclo ride through Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter.
Pass by narrow streets filled with small shops, local vendors, and centuries-old architecture.
Watch the rhythm of daily life, from street food stalls to colorful markets — a perfect way to experience Hanoi’s vibrant atmosphere up close.
1 hour
5
Chua Tran Quoc
Tran Quoc Pagoda is Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple, set on a small island in the tranquil West Lake. With over 1,500 years of history, the pagoda features classic Vietnamese architecture, a striking red stupa, and a calm, sacred atmosphere—perfect for cultural discovery and relaxation.
