Hanoi City Tour

Starting your Hanoi City Tour by visiting the iconic West Lake, where you will go to Tran Quoc Pagoda – The oldest of all pagodas in Ha Noi at more than 1,500 years old. With its leafy surrounds and historic architecture, this sacred spot will frame a perfect beginning to your adventure in stillness. There is a sense of calm with temple bells ringing in the soft background, it makes for an apt sit out where you can just relax and reflect before resuming your circumambulation. Then the person will tour to see Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, this is a somber and holy spot where Vietnamese first president rests. Also stroll by the Presidential Palace, a grand example of French colonial architecture and visit Ho Chi Minh's House on Stilt where you will get to see just how simply this great man lived. Should the gates be shut, a guided visit will lead guests to Hoa Lo Prison complex…. known by its ironic nickname 'Hanoi Hilton' during war time – and epitomizing the spirit of freedom fighters whose name dominates Vietnam's modern history. 112/9, Dist 3 — You will gain so much knowledge on Vietnam and the fight for independence during this section of the tour. The last part of the tour takes you to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university and proof that education has played a key role in this country. The complex architecture here is incredible, and you can learn a lot about the historical background! You will continue visiting to Ngoc Son Temple in the afternoon, which is situated on a small island of Hoan Kiem Lake. This spiritual place probably paints the deep religious life of Vietnamese along with dạm beautiful views to see that lake viewed. The day culminates with a Cyclo ride through the Old Quarter, during which you can try Hanoi's infamous egg coffee.