Seeing the highlights of Hanoi without a guide means you may miss hidden details and the story of Ho Chi Minh, the communist leader who led Vietnam to independence. Visit the sights, uncover their past, and hear Ho Chi Minh’s story from a guide on this small-group, half-day tour. Explore St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Hoa Lo Prison, and more, with lunch, air-conditioned minivan transport, and entrance fees all included.
from $78.00 per adult (price varies by group size)
Ages 6-99
Duration: 240–270 minutes
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
English
Highlights
- Discover Hanoi’s highlights on a city sightseeing tour
- Tour the sights with ease and learn about them and Ho Chi Minh via a guide
- Visit Hoa Lo Prison, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and the Temple of Literature
- This tour is carbon neutral, operated by the world’s largest travel B Corp accredited company
- Friendly Local English speaking guide
- 1 way transport with minivan
- Explore the 1,000-year-old university at the Temple of Literature (Entrance Ticket Included)
- Visit the so-called “Hanoi Hilton” – the infamous Hoa Lo Prison (Entrance Ticket Included)
- Stroll along the legendary Sword Lake
- Visit traditional teahouse to taste some tea with a green bean cake
- Marvel the largest and oldest church in Hanoi – St Joseph’s Cathedral
- Visit Ngoc Son Temple and experience the spiritual harmony (Entrance Ticket Included)
- Stop for lunch for a traditional bowl of Pho
- Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- Temple of Literature & National University
- Hanoi
- Hoa Lo Prison
- Cau The Huc
- Hoan Kiem Lake Walking Street
What’s not included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Gratuities
- St. Joseph’s Cathedral
Greet your guide in central Hanoi and ride an air-conditioned minivan into the bustling streets. En route, listen as your guide talks about Hanoi’s history and Ho Chi Minh, the communist leader who was Vietnam’s president from 1945 to 1969. Visit the Temple of Literature, founded in 1070 and once the site of a university. Then, continue to a teahouse to sample green teas with snacks, such as green bean cakes, and learn about tea’s role in Vietnamese culture. Explore Hoa Lo Prison, dubbed the “Hanoi Hilton” by US pilots in the Vietnam War. Hear how prisoners were confined here and tour the cells and exhibitions to learn about their fates. View 19th-century St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake to see the Huc Bridge and Ngoc Son Temple. Finally, enjoy a local lunch before leaving to continue exploring independently.
Departure details
- Traveler pickup is offered.
- Pick up at centrally located hotels in Hanoi
- Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details
- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour
- While we strongly recommend that all travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19 to reduce the risk of transmission and avoid putting undue strain on healthcare services, vaccinations are not a requirement to join an Intrepid Urban Adventures tour.
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Private Tour
Pickup included
2 Adults x $78.00 Total $156.00
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