Our driver and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby in the Hanoi Old Quarter area. Please be ready before departure time.

First Stop: Tran Quoc Pagoda – the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, located on a small island in West Lake, offering a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere.

Next Stop: Ho Chi Minh Complex – visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to see the embalmed body of President Ho Chi Minh, then stroll through the garden to explore the stilt houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969, a must-see historical and cultural site in Hanoi.

Next Stop: One Pillar Pagoda – one of the most unique pagodas in the world, built in 1049 by Emperor Ly Thai Tong. The pagoda is dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy and symbolizes gratitude, faith, and prosperity.

Next Stop: Vietnam Ethnology Museum – explore the rich culture and traditions of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups through engaging exhibits and outdoor displays. After the visit, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Note: On Mondays, the Vietnam Women’s Museum will be visited instead, as the Ethnology Museum is closed

After Lunch: Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university, founded in the 11th century. This iconic cultural and historical site is admired for its peaceful atmosphere and is a popular place where students pray for success in their studies.

Final Stop: Hoa Lo Prison – a historic site known as the “Hanoi Hilton,” offering insight into Vietnam’s wartime history. Return to your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter around 16:15 – 16:30. Tour ends.