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Private Guided Tour of Hanoi

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Hanoi, Vietnam
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On average, this is booked 11 (1) days in advance.

3 to 4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

GENERAL INFORMATION:
We are a nonprofit organization established in 2015. We supply top-quality student trained guides who are well trained and well understand about Hanoi, Vietnam, and related knowledge. We would love to show you things you haven't seen in books, magazines or on the internet before.

To get to know more about our organization' operation, please leave your email and/or WhatsApp number(if it is possible). So, we can contact you soon.

What's Included

  • Free Hotel pickup (Hanoi Old Quarter only)
  • Our email confirmation to guarantee your tour'll take place (you must leave your email)
  • Free drop-off (only Hanoi Old Quarter)
  • Transport
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Please give us your hotel/hostel address, our guides'll pick you up at there (Hanoi Old Quarter only)

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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

(Optional) First, we will pick up you and head to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex. A traffic-free area of botanical gardens, monuments, memorials and pagodas. Within the complex are Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House and the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Museum and the One Pillar Pagoda.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Literature & National University

(Optional) Temple of Literature & National University is originally built as a university in 1070 dedicated to Confucius, scholars and sages, the building is extremely well preserved and is a superb example of traditional-style Vietnamese architecture. Visiting the Temple of Literature you will discover historic buildings from the Ly and Tran dynasties in a revered place that has seen thousands of doctors’ graduate in what has now become a memorial to education and literature.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Hoa Lo Prison

(Optional) Hoa Lo Prison ironically nicknamed the ‘Hanoi Hilton’ by US prisoners of war (POWs) during the American War. Most exhibits relate to the prison’s use up to the mid-1950s, focusing on the Vietnamese struggle for independence from France.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Ancient House

(Optional) Then, we head to Ancient House. Situated at a tranquil street near Silver Street, Ancient House appeals plenty of tourists by its ancient but sophisticated charm of a Vietnamese traditional house.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)

(Optional) The final destination of the tour will stop by Hoan Kiem Lake, considered the heart of Hanoi. You can observe many locals interesting activities such as playing badminton, doing exercises
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided Tour of Hanoi?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+07). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-177394P8

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What's Included

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  • Free Hotel pickup (Hanoi Old Quarter only)
  • Our email confirmation to guarantee your tour'll take place (you must leave your email)
  • Free drop-off (only Hanoi Old Quarter)
  • Free private tour guide
  • Transport

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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