HANOI LUXURY CITY HALF-DAY TOUR: AFTERNOON -

DISCOVER THE TIMELESS BEAUTY OF HANOI
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, has preserved and witnessed more than 1,000 years of history. This solemn yet vibrant city reflects the cultural depth and resilience of the nation.
In the afternoon, explore some of Hanoi’s most remarkable historical landmarks - from ancient temples to significant wartime relics. Beyond architecture, this journey offers a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s culture, education, and history.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Visit the oldest pagoda in Hanoi
Explore Vietnam’s first university
Discover a powerful wartime historical site
Optional cyclo ride around the Old Quarter
Optional traditional Water Puppet Show

ITINERARY

12:15

Our tour guide and shuttle bus/limousine pick you up from Kingdom Hotel (64 Dao Duy Tu Street, Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam) and transfer to a local restaurant.

12:30 - 12:45: Vietnamese Lunch

Enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch. Vegetarian options are available.

Note: If you choose the tour without lunch, pick-up time will be around 13:30.

13:30 - Tran Quoc Pagoda

Located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, originally built in the 6th century. It is a peaceful spiritual landmark and a symbol of the city’s long-standing Buddhist heritage.

Tran Quoc Pagoda: 1500 Years of History

14:30 - Temple of Literature

Visit Vietnam’s first university, founded in 1070. Known as Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam, the Temple of Literature is one of Northern Vietnam’s most beautiful and historically significant sites, honoring Confucius and generations of scholars.

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15:30 - Hoa Lo Prison

Built by the French between 1886 and 1901 during the period of French Indochina, Hoa Lo Prison (Maison Centrale) was once known as “A Hell on Earth.” Today, it serves as a museum offering insight into Vietnam’s struggle for independence.

Explore Hoa Lo Prison: Historic site in Hanoi

16:30

Return to Kingdom Hotel (64 Dao Duy Tu Street, Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam). Tour ends.

OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES (Additional Fee)

Option 1:
Cyclo ride (45 minutes) around Hanoi Old Quarter - USD 5/person

Option 2:
Water Puppet Show (50 minutes) - USD 5/person
Recommended showtimes: 16:10 or 17:20

Option 3:
Cyclo ride + Water Puppet Show - USD 10/person
Recommended showtimes: 17:20 or 18:30

INCLUSIONS

Shuttle Bus / Limousine during the trip
English-speaking guide
Entrance tickets
1 bottle of water per person

EXCLUSIONS

Beverages during lunch
Cyclo ride (USD 5/person)
Water Puppet Show (USD 5/person)
Tips for guide & driver
Personal expenses

SPECIAL NOTES

For Half-day city tour, if customers don’t have lunch we will deduct USD 5/person and pick up at the hotel at 13h30.
Should bring the necessary things such as: cash, cellphone or cameras, raincoat/ umbrella, suncream, etc (depending on the weather).
The order of the itinerary can be changed depending on the situation.

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