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HIGHLIGHT
- Ho Chi Minh Complex: Explore the final resting place of Uncle Ho, including his Mausoleum and stilt house, offering a glimpse into Vietnam’s national hero’s life.
- One Pillar Pagoda: Visit the unique pagoda built over water, comprised of a group of structures with historical and cultural significance.
- Tran Quoc Pagoda and Temple of Literature: Discover the beauty of Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake and Vietnam’s first university dedicated to Confucius, the Temple of Literature.
- Hoan Kiem Lake: Immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Hanoi with a visit to the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake.
- Museum of Ethnology and Water Puppet Show: Choose Option 1 for a fascinating exploration of Vietnam’s cultural diversity at the Museum of Ethnology, complemented by a captivating water puppet show, showcasing a beloved traditional art form.
- Bat Trang Ceramic Village: Experience the historic pottery village located 20 kilometers from Hanoi, with a rich cultural heritage spanning centuries.
- Knowledgeable, English-speaking tour guide.
INTRODUCTION
Gain insight into the unique culture of legendary Hanoi as you explore the city’s landmarks. Take a tour by shuttle bus around the Old Quarter. Delight in a traditional water puppet show and partake in a guided walk to admire Hanoi’s historic architecture.
ITINERARY
Day 1. Full-Day City Tour & Water Puppet Show
In the morning:
8:00 AM: The bus with the tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter and then transfer you to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which includes Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum – the final resting place of the beloved national hero, Uncle Ho – and President Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house where he lived off and on from 1958 to 1969.
9:30 AM: Visit the One Pillar Pagoda, which is actually a group of structures that collectively make up a pagoda built over the water in the middle of a square lake.
After that, you’ll have a chance to explore the Tran Quoc Pagoda on the shore of West Lake. From there, it’s onto the Temple of Literature, which was Vietnam’s first university and is dedicated to Confucius.
12:30 PM: Have lunch at the restaurant in the Old Quarter. Afterwards, visit Hoan Kiem Lake – the heart and soul of Hanoi.
In the afternoon:
- OPTION 1: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Stop in at the Museum of Ethnology. This superb museum showcases the depth of Vietnamese cultural diversity with an astounding collection of 15,000 artifacts gathered from throughout Vietnam. Maps, displays, and dioramas are labeled in Vietnamese, French, and English. Displays portray a typical village market, the making of comical hats, and a Tay shamanic ceremony; videos show the real thing. You can also check out a traditional Black Thai house reconstructed in the museum. There’s also a center for research and conservation where scientists from all over the world study traditional Vietnamese cultures.
Take a break to enjoy a water puppet show that demonstrates a well-loved traditional Vietnamese art form. Later, explore the Old Quarter by yourself or get a taxi back to your hotel.
- OPTION 2: Monday
Depart for Bat Trang ceramic village which is about 20 kilometers (about 12 miles) away from Hanoi, this is a pottery village with a half-millenary historic development.
03:30 – 04:00 PM: Take the car back to the Old Quarter for the water puppet show. Take a break to enjoy a water puppet show that demonstrates a well-loved traditional Vietnamese art form. Later, explore the Old Quarter by yourself or get a taxi back to your hotel.
Finish an unforgettable full day in Hanoi Sightseeing!
Start point Your hotel in the Old Quarter, Hanoi, Vietnam 08:00 – 08:30
End point Your hotel in the Old Quarter, Hanoi, Vietnam 04:30 – 05:30
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End of the tour!
$45
This price is based on 3 star hotels and group tour. The tour is upgradable.
| Hotel upgrade | Cost |
| 4 star | USD20 |
| 5 star | USD60 |
| 5 star+ | USD90 |
| Tour upgrade | Cost |
| Small group | USD20 |
| Private Tour | USD50 |
| Private+ | USD80 |
PRICE INCLUDES:
All domestic flights in the tour.
Hotel & accommodation
Meals (B,L,D = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Transfer vehicle.
English speaking guide.
Entrance and sightseeing tickets.
EXCLUDES:
Drinks.
Tips.
Personal expenses.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT:
May be applied with solo traveler.
