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Hanoi Old Quarter Customized City Sightseeing Private Tour
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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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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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Discover the historical and cultural highlights of Hanoi on this half-day private walking tour, designed for travelers who want a deeper understanding of the capital’s heritage, landmarks, and local life.
Start at the iconic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, where you’ll learn about President Ho Chi Minh’s legacy, and see the nearby Presidential Palace (outside view) and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the peaceful Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, before visiting the historic Hoa Lo Prison for powerful insights into the country’s past.
The tour then moves to the scenic Hoan Kiem Lake and finishes with a walk through the lively Hanoi Old Quarter, full of narrow streets, local m...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking tour guide
Pick-up, drop-off at Hanoi old quarter
Private Transportation
New year holiday surcharge
At the beginning of the tour, a cash tip per group is collected as part of the tour policy
Meeting Points
Departure
Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
Meeting point!
Return
Itinerary
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One Pillar Pagoda
An iconic 11th-century Buddhist temple built in the shape of a lotus flower rising from the water. It is one of Hanoi’s most unique spiritual and architectural symbols.
30 minutes
2
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
A major national landmark honoring President Ho Chi Minh, the mausoleum is a place of deep historical and cultural significance. Visitors learn about his life, leadership, and the country’s independence movement.
30 minutes
3
Temple of Literature & National University
Vietnam’s first university, founded in 1070. This peaceful complex showcases traditional Vietnamese architecture, ancient courtyards, and Confucian values centered on education and respect for knowledge.
30 minutes
4
Hoa Lo Prison
Originally built by the French colonial administration, this historic site reveals powerful stories of imprisonment, resistance, and Vietnam’s struggle during colonial and wartime periods.
30 minutes
5
Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
A scenic and symbolic lake in the heart of Hanoi, known for its calm atmosphere, local legends, and surrounding cultural landmarks. It is a popular gathering place for locals and visitors.
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Old Quarter
The historic center of Hanoi, famous for its narrow streets, traditional shop houses, vibrant markets, and lively street life. It offers an authentic look into the city’s daily rhythm and culture.
Hanoi Old Quarter Customized City Sightseeing Private Tour
(1) Reviews
Ba Đình
About
Discover the historical and cultural highlights of Hanoi on this half-day private walking tour, designed for travelers who want a deeper understanding of the capital’s heritage, landmarks, and local life.
Start at the iconic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, where you’ll learn about President Ho Chi Minh’s legacy, and see the nearby Presidential Palace (outside view) and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the peaceful Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, before visiting the historic Hoa Lo Prison for powerful insights into the country’s past.
The tour then moves to the scenic Hoan Kiem Lake and finishes with a walk through the lively Hanoi Old Quarter, full of narrow streets, local m...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking tour guide
Pick-up, drop-off at Hanoi old quarter
Private Transportation
New year holiday surcharge
At the beginning of the tour, a cash tip per group is collected as part of the tour policy