Explore Hanoi with Lunch - Half-Day Small Group Tour

We can't wait to show you the sights! Please choose between the morning tour or the afternoon tour.

Morning option:

Embark on a captivating exploration of Hanoi City as our friendly guide picks you up. Your journey begins with a visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, nestled on the picturesque Golden Fish Island in West Lake. This ancient pagoda, dating back to the 6th century, is a testament to Hanoi's rich history.

Next, you'll discover the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you'll have a remarkable opportunity to view the preserved body of Ho Chi Minh himself. Stroll through the lush garden, which once served as his residence and workplace from 1954 to 1969.

Your next stop is the One Pillar Pagoda, an architectural marvel dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy. It stands as one of the world's most unique pagodas.

We would visit the incredible Vietnam Ethnology Museum, where you'll gain valuable insights into the diverse and fascinating cultures of the country's 54 ethnic groups. On Mondays, we'll take you to the Women's Museum for an equally enriching experience you won't want to miss!

By lunchtime, savour a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant. Your morning half-day city tour concludes here, leaving you with a deeper understanding of Hanoi's cultural and historical treasures.

Afternoon option:

Your adventure begins with our friendly guide extending a warm welcome as they pick you up from your hotel. You're about to embark on an enriching afternoon exploration of Hanoi, one of Vietnam's most culturally vibrant cities.

Your culinary and cultural journey kicks off with a visit to a local restaurant, where you'll have the pleasure of indulging in a Vietnamese lunch. The first stop on your itinerary is the esteemed Temple of Literature, known as Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam. Founded in the year 1070, this historic complex holds immense significance in Hanoi.

Stroll through its picturesque gardens, marvel at the time-honoured architecture, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the country's educational heritage. The journey continues with a visit to Hoa Lo Prison, a site that holds historical weight and was famously known as the "Hanoi Hilton." Explore its thought-provoking exhibits, each narrating stories from different chapters of the nation's past.

As late afternoon approaches, you'll find yourself at the tranquil Ngoc Son Temple, gracefully positioned on the shores of Hoan Kiem Lake. To reach this sacred sanctuary, you'll cross the iconic red bridge, adding to the experience.

This is where your adventure through Hanoi's rich cultural and historical tapestry comes to an end and you will return back to your hotel.