Private Tour
Private Half-Day Hanoi City Tour with Train Street
Overview
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Experience Hanoi in a more personal and flexible way with this private half-day city tour. Unlike standard group tours, you can explore the city at a relaxed pace with your own guide while discovering iconic landmarks, hidden local corners, and a customized itinerary. The highlight of the journey is a visit to the famous Hanoi Train Street, where daily life unfolds just steps from the railway tracks. Enjoy a drink at a cozy café while you wait for the train to pass by and witness one of the most unique and unforgettable moments in Hanoi.
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.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
During the tour, we will pass by the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and stop at the surrounding Ba Dinh Square for a brief introduction and photo opportunity. Please note that this tour does not include entry inside the mausoleum. If you wish to visit inside, proper clothing is required (long pants and covered shoulders). Alternatively, you may choose to visit the nearby One Pillar Pagoda, one of Hanoi’s most unique and iconic temples.
What‘s Included
Enjoy a complimentary drink at a cozy café while waiting for the train to pass by.
Private car transportation as per the itinerary.
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).
Pickup points
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Private Half-Day Hanoi City Tour with Train Street
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Reviews
123 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Experience and SME on Vietnam culture.
K B,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, pleasant and super accommodating. She is a subject matter expert (SME) on Vietnam’s history and culture. She spoke English very well. Her enthusiasm and positivity made our day.
Hanoi city tour
willwS346WJ,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phuc was very helpful and showed us a lot of Hanoi!
Perfect tour of Hanoi
Julchen0803,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very nice tour with Phuc through Hanoi. He explained all the questions to us with a lot of patience and got us a seat in one of the cafes on Train Street. We are very pleased. The driver was also quickly available.
A wonderful day in Hà Nội
Kyler H,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00James was excellent — incredibly personable and was flexible with changing the itinerary to ensure I got the best experience. Highly recommend.
Peter our tour guide...
Vanessa P,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Peter our tour guide showed us around Hanoi and had wonderful knowledge of his hometown. We really enjoyed seeing all of Hanoi’s attractions and learning how to cross the road safely!
Hanoi city tour
kathleenfO6150GE,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phuc was great. Very knowledgeable and friendly. He even took us to Uniqlo. He smiled the whole time and the timing with the driver was impeccable.! I don’t know how they did that with the city as busy as Hanoi. Highly recommend Phuc.
Busy and noisy Hanoi
Bente M,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phuc was great...we got a great impression of Hanoi. Unbelievable how many people/traffic there is here...survival of the fittest...
Excellent visit
Manuel C,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Instructive tour with Phuc who gives us explanations about the different places visited. I recommend
Excellent 👍👍
sumiras2026,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent !! Our tour guide Phuc was very warm,, caring , knowledgable and a great guy. We had a wonderful time with him. Best was, he gave us the immense knowledge in depth about Pagodas although we are quite familiar with Buddhism. Visiting all other sites was also very comfortable ! 👍👍 for Phuc ! Keep it up ! Good luck 🌺🌺
Hanoi
Curious38825913253,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phuc was a great guide, very knowledgeable and his timing was fantastic! Highly recommend
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