Private Tour
Hanoi City Half-Day Private Tour: Train Street And All Highlights
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Unlock Vietnam's rich history in its capital and cultural center. Discover a few of Hanoi's most popular sights during this half-day highlights tour.
Explore Hanoi's rich architecture and culture on a tour that fits all of the highlights into a half-day excursion perfect for busy travelers who have limited time in the city. While the bustling city can be overwhelming on your own, with a small-group tour you don't have to worry about navigating the busy streets and can learn about the sites along the way from your guide.
See temples, markets, narrow streets, and religious sites on a half-day tour of Hanoi. Learn about France's influence in Hanoi by visiting the French Quarter and Opera House, Relax between each site during transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, Eye witness Hanoi Train Street a very interesting thing and it is a highlight of the trip.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ho Chi Minh mausoleum opens only in morning time and closed weekly on Monday; Friday. You can visit only outside of the mausoleum if you choose tours on Monday, Friday or tours departure sheduled after 10:00am
All passengers must dress modestly, shorts wearing must be to knee length when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum
All passenger shoulders must be covered by scarfs when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum
Hanoi Opera House are closed and only open to public for its ceremonies and some special events. The visit to this site is to experience the old French styled architectures lean the history.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transfers during trip
English/Vietnamese speaking guide
One bottled water per person
All entrance fees at the sites
Coffee (or egg-coffee) or tea while visiting the Train Street
Tips/Gratuity
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Our tour guide and the vehicle will pick you up at your hotel/location as pickup time scheduled and then start the Half Day Hanoi Tour. The first site of the tour is Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, one of the most visited attractions in Hanoi (it is open in the morning from 8:00am - 11:30am & close on Monday, Friday weeky). It is the final resting place of Ho Chi Minh, the most iconic and popular leader of Vietnam, known to his people as ‘Uncle Ho’. His body is preserved here in a glass case at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in central Hanoi (albeit against his wishes). For visitors, a trip to Uncle Ho’s final resting place can be an extraordinary experience as it is not just an average attraction; it’s a part of a unique history (no shorts, no miniskirts are allowd when entering the mausoleum).
One Pillar Pagoda
Legend claims that The One Pillar Pagoda was built following a dream by the fatherless emperor in which the enlightened being Avalokiteshvara gave him a baby son resting on a lotus flower. Emperor Ly Thai Tong commissioned the pagoda to be created in resemblance of this lotus flower which is also the Buddhist symbol of enlightenment. The Emperor remained in gratitude to the bodhisattva and subsequently to to Quan Am, the Goddess of Mercy following the birth of his son. Inside the temple a richly gilded statue of Quan Am takes centre place at the main altar. Today, the concrete pillar that supports the tiny wooden pagoda is a replacement for the original one which was blown up by the departing French, it remains unclear how much of the wooden temple is the original one.
Options
Group Size 6pax - 9pax
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Group Size 3pax - 5pax
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Group Size 10pax - 12pax
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Group Size 2 Passengers
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Reviews
279 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
In good hands!
Companion63772359135,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour. Linh was very helpful and informative, so much knowledge on the history of Vietnam! Our driver was always there for us to move between places, no waiting or delays. Linh was also very helpful with translations when needed 😊
Top marks all round
jensfC2612OW,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lan was the best guide anybody could wish for, pretty and full of beans. Together with a very funny way to bring her knowledge across made the trip and outstanding experience. Top marks, thanks Lan👍
Amazing tour of Hanoi!
Adam F,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely fantastic tour with Lan. She was so knowledgeable, friendly and fun and took us to some of the best places and really made us feel cared for and welcome considering we were with a 6 month old baby. Highly recommend this tour!
Great tour
Nomad67688100909,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful few hours with our guide Ken. Ken had lots of knowledge and took us to many wonderful sights in Hanoi. Accomodating. Clean and tidy vehicle. Thanks Ken!
Great tour of one our favorite cities!
Gerald C,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide Sam was incredible. He explained the histories and cultures in a well paced tour. The driver was a true “fill the gap” expert and we felt safe on the streets. The service was great with them delivering my lost jacket the next day (thank you!!!).
Excellent Experience
SWARAJ1998,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience exploring the highlights of Hanoi City with our guide! He was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure we saw everything in the best way possible. The explanations about each monument’s history and culture were great, and the whole trip was smooth and well-organised. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Hanoi! 🙏✨
Amazing
Alison W,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was absolutely amazing Lan went over and above to make it an experience to remember. I recommend that if you want to see Hanoi old quarter Lan in the guide for you just so friendly and so much fun.
Very educational and info-packed tour!
ellendT1449LJ,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I booked a private tour with Linh, who showed us around the streets of Hanoi for a half-day session. He didn’t miss a single detail about our surroundings and is extensively knowledgeable about the city’s culture and history. Highly recommend!
Excellent guide. Interesting tour.
Debra G,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Car provided was very nice. Interesting tour of the city highlights. Train Street was fun!
Great Hanoi highlights tour with Lan
Sarah D,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked this tour to give us a quick overview of the main attractions in Hanoi. It was totally worth it. Lan and her driver Juan covered off 6 interesting sites in just 4 hours. Door to door service. Really great. We learnt a lot and Lan was an excellent teacher! Do the tour and you’ll understand…. It’s so hard to get around Hanoi so a guide and a driver like this is a must. Despite the rain and flooded areas we managed to get to everything - even Train Street. Highly recommend this tour and highly recommend Lan!
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