Private Tour
Hanoi City Tour: Private Half-Day to Hidden Corners &Train Street
Overview
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Embark on a seamless adventure with a local guided experience and pick-up from your accommodation, diving into Hanoi's rich history by visiting iconic landmarks like the ancient Tran Quoc Pagoda and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Square. Customize your journey by adding must-see spots such as the Temple of Literature or Hoa Lo Prison. Take a moment to enjoy the unique charm of Train Street as you sip on a traditional Vietnamese coffee while watching trains pass through the narrow residential lanes. Experience local life as you explore the vibrant Old Quarter, visiting craft streets, the bustling Dong Xuan Market, or any other local market that piques your interest
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Begin your journey with a hassle-free pick-up from your hotel or accommodation in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, setting the stage for an exciting exploration of the city. Start your first visit at Hanoi’s oldest pagoda, Tran Quoc Pagoda. Constructed during the 6th century under Emperor Ly Nam Đe, this over 1,500-year-old landmark is steeped in history and spiritual significance, located on the tranquil West Lake.
One Pillar Pagoda
Walk past Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Square, a site of deep historical and cultural significance, and visit the iconic One Pillar Pagoda. Optional: Want to explore further? Step inside the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in the morning (8:00–10:30 AM), except on Mondays and Fridays when it is closed. Customizable Option: Prefer a different attraction? Choose from the Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison, or various museums. Your tour guide will help create a personalized experience to match your interests. (Note: Admission fees for alternative attractions are not included.)
What‘s Included
Includes vehicles in the tour such as Vietnamese electric cars, grab cars and private cars
Complimentary drink at Train Street & See the train passing.
Entrance fees (if applicable in the itinerary)
Bottled water during the tour.
Experienced English-speaking local tour guide
Personal expenses
Meals (Breakfast, lunch or dinner). Unless specified
Gratuities for the guide and driver (optional).
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Hanoi City Tour: Private Half-Day to Hidden Corners &Train Street
Pickup included
Reviews
102 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Greatest Guide, Phuc!
28Jamie1999,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phuc has been an absolutely amazing tour guide! With so much knowledge, great tips and happy to help with any any extra requests. Highly recommed! Thankyou Phuc!
Tom the tour guide
Venture05871211914,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tom was AMAZING. We were so fortunate to have him as our guide. He spoke great English and most knowlegeable about the culture. If you have the chance, grab him to be your guide. He is graduating with a degree in tourism. We wish him all the success! Thx for a fabulous experience!
Great morning in Hanoi!
U5592RSmaureenk,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! Our guide, Phuc, was very informative and interesting! Well worth it!
Half day tour of Hanoi
edmJ2454YY,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic half day tour with Phuc, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, up close and persoanl with a train on train street. Had a great day, would recommend to anyone who wants to see the highlights of Hanoi.
Great way to see city sights in a short time
rachelcU5772AI,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed a wonderful tour of Hanoi, visiting Tran Quoc Pagoda, Long Bien Bridge, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, Train St and the markets. Our guide, Phuc, was lovely. He knew the best places for photos, recommended great restaurants for Banh mi and Pho, and was able to adjust our itinerary based on what we had already visited the day prior.
Highly recommend, great half day private tour.
karenwG3581LY,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great half day tour by David, showing us the key sights, providing us with lots of history and information that we would just not have got doing it ourselves. Very pleased we booked this and would highly recommend. As we are first time visitors to Hanoi it was great being driven around too without worrying where to go.
Experience at Hanoi
aryal2026,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00phuc is an amazing guide, he has a lot of information and is very kind. he knows the best places to go to and will ensure you have a good time.
Morning tour
amandagA9962NB,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phuc was a wonderful guide and offered a lot of insight for our first time to Hanoi. He was super friendly and the morning was nicely organized to make the most of our time on the tour.
Hanoi in 4 hours
Tommy P,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing tour for me and my spouse for our first time in Hanoi. Got to quickly see the sights. Our tour guide, Phuc, is extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommend.
Half day Hanoi private tour
Road24241108332,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phuc was our guide and we visited the mausoleum square, tran quoc Pagoda, long bien bridge, dong xuan market and train street. Great choice for a taste of Ha Noi on a first day to see where you'd want to explore later in more detail - the guide is familiar with the history/info, the car is nice, and punctual with pick up.
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