• Old Quarter - Between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM: Guests will be picked up from their hotels in the Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please be ready in the hotel lobby, as the guide will arrive to check your name at the reception for the Hanoi City Tour.
• Chua Tran Quoc - The first stop is Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi City. Trấn Quốc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi, is situated on a small island near the southeastern shore of Hanoi’s West Lake, Vietnam. The architecture of this Buddhist center is a harmonious blend of solemnity and beauty, set against the peaceful and quiet ambiance of West Lake’s surface. Due to its historical and architectural significance, Tran Quoc Pagoda attracts numerous tourists from both within and outside Hanoi.
• Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum - 09:30: Visit the Ho Chi Minh complex, where you can view the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh and stroll around the garden to see the two houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969. Then, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, which is dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy – it is the most unique pagoda in the world.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is one of Vietnam’s most important constructions. Visiting this site will enhance your understanding of Vietnamese history and provide a meaningful experience during your vacation. The One Pillar Pagoda is a spiritual and cultural emblem of Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. With its unique structural features and historical significance, the temple is sure to be an enlightening experience for tourists.

• Vietnam Museum of Ethnology - 11:15: Visit the Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of the 54 ethnic groups residing throughout Vietnam. Note: On Mondays, we will visit the Women’s Museum instead, as the Ethnology Museum is closed.
  12:45: Enjoy lunch at our restaurant, where you will have the opportunity to savor Vietnamese cuisine.

Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, conveniently located near the hotel, to explore the history, heritage, and lifestyles of the country’s 54 ethnic groups, preserved and vividly displayed. After admiring the impressive cultural collections,

• Temple of Literature & National University - 14:00: Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, established in the 11th century.
  As Vietnam’s first university, the Temple of Literature is a prominent cultural and historical site on every Hanoi travel itinerary. Visiting this location, you will be captivated by its grandeur and tranquility. Here, you will gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s historical development from its early days.
• Hoa Lo Prison - 15:00: Depart for the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, originally used by 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.”

This guide will assist you in making a memorable visit to the Hoa Lo prison relic, one of the most infamous “hells on earth” constructed by French colonialists in Indochina. As the doors creak open, embark on a journey that reveals hidden tales of courage, sacrifice, and redemption. This destination attracts not only senior tourists but also young people, such as students, who wish to learn about history in an engaging and interesting manner.

• Old Quarter - At the end of the day, guests will bid farewell to Hoa Lo prison and then be transferred back to the same hotel in the Old Quarter Area between 4:00 PM and 4:30 PM, concluding the Hanoi City Tour.

• Set lunch meal with Vietnamese dishes
• Local English-speaking tour guide
• All entrance fees for sightseeing as per program
• Limousine/Bus transfer with experienced driver

• Water Puppet Show/Cycle Xich Lô not included
• Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, boasts a rich history spanning over a thousand years and serves as the nation’s economic and cultural hub. The city has witnessed the country’s historical highs and lows. With its profound historical and cultural significance, Hanoi is an essential destination for travelers. Experience the city’s rich heritage with a local guide. Avoid the hassle of navigating scooters as a convenient shuttle bus picks up and drops off at Old Quarter hotels. Explore landmarks such as the Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, with entrance tickets and a delightful local lunch included.

• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking

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