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 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.
What‘s Included
Professional English-speaking guide
All entrance fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
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Hanoi City Tour: Private Half-Day Customized with Train Street
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Reviews
477 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent half day tour with Max, great communication
Barbara P,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent communication even before tour. Interesting information given at each place. Even stopped for coffee at Train Street
Best tour guide in Hanoi
831leopoldom,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Max was very friendly, smart, knowledgeable and speak English fluently. He has a very good sense of humor. I will recommend Max to my family and friends if they need a tour guide in Hanoi or else where. He is also a very good photographer.
Great Tour, well worth it!
europe2009Boston Ma,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tom was a great guide! Took us to some great spots and explained clearly the significance of each place. It was well paced and we did not feel rushed. Extra bonus, Tom is a great photographer and took great pics of us!
Chillaxed in Hanoi
Carla W,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tom was amazing! Just right on the amount of history and modern culture. We had an easy morning of sightseeing and learning about Hanoi. Would recommend Tom any day of the week.
Friendly and knowledgeable guide
Jerome F,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great private tour. Peter was very knowledgeable and professional. Everything was perfectly timed. Thank you for this great experience.
Half-day must-see Hanoï spots with great local guide and driver
aurelie g,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Max is an anthiusastic and resourceful guide - a true local who knows the ins and outs, the secret passage ways, the places to be right on time to enjoy the best experience. His skilled driver conveniently dropped us off and picked us up, making the whole half day easy on the legs whilst covering quite some ground. We certainly feel that we couldn't have seen so much in so little time if it wasn't for their services. Highly recommend!
Half Day Tour of Hanoi
Barbara P,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fantastic half day tour with Max. Even before the tour began, he reached out to me. The tour included everything I wanted to see in Hanoi, tran Koch, pagoda, Saint Joseph’s, Cathedral, Train St., Hilton hotel, and a stop at a local market. He explained each place in thorough detail, giving you a bird side view into their historic importance and customs. I highly recommend.
Best Hanoi half day tour
BelenM426,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tom is such a fun, energetic and knowledgeable tour guide. He made our tour so engaging and exciting. He answered all our questions and provides so much information about the cultural places we visited. I hope we can have him again next time.
Wonderful.
susanap37,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome tour guide Tom.. Very Knowledgeable of his job. Will highly recommend to deiwnds and family.
Excellent tour
Habib H,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an excellent tour. Our guide Max was excellent. He described the history related to all those iconic places
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