1D - HANOI : HANOI TRADITIONAL CITY TOUR

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Overview

Code: TOUR-1120

Tour type: Group tour

Duration: 1 days

This one-day traditional Hanoi city tour offers a rich introduction to Vietnam’s capital through its history, culture, and daily life. Visit iconic landmarks that reflect Hanoi’s long-standing heritage, from ancient temples and historic sites to charming colonial architecture.

Highlight

  • Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Ho Chi Minh Complex
  • Temple of Literature
  • Tran Quoc Pagoda

Itinerary

DAY 1: HANOI TRADITIONAL CITY TOUR
🚌 Transferring 🚩 English speaking tour guide 🍴 Meal: Lunch
  • 08.00 - 08.30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City.
  • 08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda which built in the 6th century located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake.
  • 09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world.
  • * Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas...
  • * Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
  • 11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam (We will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays).
  • 12.45: Have lunch at our local restaurant.
  • 14.00 - 14.15: Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century.
  • 15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton".
  • 16.15 - 16.30: Tour finishes. Back to hotel or get dropped off at Train Street.
What's Included
  • Travel Agency Service (Happy Vietnam Tours):
  • Service support fee for booking travel services.
  • Itinerary consultation & travel experience planning assistance.
  • Coordination with licensed local suppliers.
  • Customer care support before, during, and after the trip.
  • Services Provided by Licensed Local Suppliers at the Destination:
  • Accommodation (hotel / homestay / cruise as per itinerary).
  • Meals as specified in the program (Lunch).
  • Transportation as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Shared cruise trip (if mentioned).
  • Sightseeing entrance fees as stated.
  • English-speaking tour guide.
What's Excluded
  • Other meals, drinks, and personal expenses.
  • International airfares and airport taxes.
  • Optional tipping for local guide & driver: 3 – 5 USD/Pax/Day.

NOTE: Services in the package are provided and operated by licensed partners. Happy Vietnam Tours ensures service and reputation throughout the tour program.

Total price (VAT included)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely! This itinerary is a suggested travel idea designed to inspire your journey. It serves as a starting point and can be fully customized to match your interests, schedule, and preferences. Whether you'd like to adjust the activities, include additional destinations, or tailor the pace of the trip, we're here to create a personalized experience just for you. Let us know what you're looking for, and we’ll craft an itinerary that perfectly fits your vision.

A private tour means your journey is exclusively yours. You'll have your own professional guide and private vehicle, giving you the freedom to travel at your own pace. You can linger longer at spots you love, make spontaneous stops for photos, and enjoy an experience built entirely around your interests, not a fixed group schedule.

Yes, absolutely! We specialize in creating personalized journeys for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups of friends. As a solo traveler, your itinerary is tailored completely to you. A single supplement fee may apply for accommodation, but we will always work to find the best options for your needs.

Your personalized proposal will include a detailed list of inclusions. Typically, this covers:

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Private, air-conditioned transportation
  • A private, licensed tour guide
  • Entrance fees for all scheduled sights
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary

Exclusions: international flights, visa fees, travel insurance, and personal expenses.

We offer a wide range of accommodations to suit your style, from charming boutique hotels and eco-lodges to luxury resorts. To ensure maximum flexibility, we don't specify hotels in our sample itineraries. Your travel expert will suggest carefully selected options in your proposal, and we are happy to adjust them based on your preferences.

Visa requirements vary greatly depending on your nationality and destination. While your travel expert will offer guidance during the planning stage, we strongly recommend checking the official embassy or consulate website for the most current information.

Our booking process is simple and collaborative:

  1. Send a Request: Fill out the form on our website with your travel ideas.
  2. Personalize Your Trip: A travel expert will contact you to craft a detailed proposal, which you can refine until it’s perfect.
  3. Confirm & Book: Once you are 100% happy with the plan, you confirm your trip with a deposit.

To secure your booking, we require a deposit, which is typically 30% of the total tour cost. The final balance is due 60 days before your departure. Our cancellation policy is structured based on how far in advance the cancellation is made.

For full, detailed information, please see our Booking Terms & Conditions.

Yes, travel insurance is essential for your trip. At Happy Vietnam Tours, we do not include insurance in our packages to allow you the freedom to choose an insurance provider that best suits your needs and guarantees your rights. Your trip is a significant experience, and having reliable insurance ensures you are well-supported in case of unexpected events.

Please note that basic insurance policies in the host country may not meet your expectations regarding support or administrative procedures. Therefore, we strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance from your preferred provider.

Important: All customers are required to have valid travel insurance, and we request that you share your insurance details with us before departure.