Private Tour
Hanoi City Tour: Private Half-Day Customized with Train Street
Overview
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This private half-day tour of Hanoi is unique for its blend of iconic landmarks, cultural immersion, and local experiences. You'll visit the serene Tran Quoc Pagoda, the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the thrilling Train Street, where a train passes inches from homes. Explore traditional craft streets in the Old Quarter, where artisans continue age-old trades, and end at the vibrant Dong Xuan Market, offering a taste of local life. The tour’s personalized nature allows for a deeper, more intimate connection with Hanoi’s rich heritage in a short amount of time.
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‘s Included
Professional English-speaking guide
All entrance fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Located on a small island in the middle of West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda is the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi, dating back over 1,500 years. Explore the peaceful surroundings and learn about the history and significance of this ancient site.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
The tour guide will take you to walk across the front of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to take photos and learn about his history. We do not enter the Mausoleum, as the queue can take approximately 1.5 hours. After that, you may visit the One Pillar Pagoda if you wish.
Options
Hanoi City Tour: Private Half-Day Customized with Train Street
Pickup included
Reviews
275 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful city tour with Anna.
Wendy B,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this tour. Our guide, Anna Nguyen, was wonderfully informative and we really enjoyed her company. The highlight was Train Street which we were so much looking forward to and did not disappoint. So exciting ! We would thoroughly recommend this tour and hope that whoever books will be lucky enough to get the lovely Anna as a guide.
Excellent Morning Tour with Tommy
vraghuraman,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our half day tour of hanoi. Our guide Tommy Pham was excellent . He was informative , personable and flexible. In addition to the history of the great city we learnt a lot about culture and living in Hanoi.. We recommend him highly ..Thank you Tommy for a great experience..
A fun day out in Hanoi
Bigmick267,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic half day bespoke tour of Hanoi which included some of the hot spots as well as a visit to the markets. Kai/James was a terrific guide, super knowledgeable but importantly a lot of fun. Thanks to An also who drove us effortlessly around the city.
Great morning in Hanoi!
lisaskupch,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic morning with Sandy, the tour was completely customisable based on what we wanted to see and do. Highlights included Train Street, Hanoi Hilton and the B52 museum.
Great half day tour with Max!
427robin,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Max was an excellent guide and full of information. Hanoi history was so interesting and we ended our time in the Old Quarter opting to walk around the lake and shop aling the way. We loved our tour!
Max was a great tour guide.
cathyedalrymple,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Max was a delight to be with for this tour. He was very informative and a pleasure to be with. He was willing to adjust our day to our liking. I would request him again.
Great tour for Hanoi
idajohannal2023,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour and was super helpful and very good! Phuc was amazing and took us to all the fast tracks and we got great seats for the train! Great first day in Hanoi
Amazing tour
GMSnRAS,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our half day tour of Hanoi. Our tour guide, Sandy was awesome. She was so knowledgeable and personable. It was a pleasure to get to know her and to learn about the history and culture of this beautiful place. Highly recommend!
Great experience with a great tour guide
Brian R,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was tour was a great experience. We had an excellent tour guide, Kai. The tour was 4 hours and was a great way to get a short experience in Hanoi.
Excellent tour guide - great experience
brianrD944US,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour! My husband I and particularly enjoyed our tour guide, Kai. I would highly recommend him. Thank you for a great experience!
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