Private Tour

Hanoi City Tour: Private Half-Day Customized with Train Street

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

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

Chua Tran Quoc

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.

30 minutes • Admission Included

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Drive by the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where the preserved body of the revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh lies. While the Mausoleum is closed for visitation today, you'll have a chance to see the impressive exterior and hear stories about Ho Chi Minh's life and legacy.

10 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Hanoi City Tour: Private Half-Day Customized with Train Street

Pickup included

Reviews

4.88

192 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

177

Absolutely Amazing Half-Day City Tour in Hanoi
Jeremy K,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our guide, James, was absolutely fantastic. He was knowledgeable, kind, and full of energy from start to finish. The tour was the perfect mix of sightseeing and learning, and I felt so welcomed and well taken care of. I was traveling with my 3.5 years old son, and James went above and beyond to make sure all of us were comfortable throughout the tour. He was incredibly patient and even helped with my son during some of the stops to buy drinks and ice cream. His efforts made the experience so much smoother and more enjoyable for us.
5 star
Louise C,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Fantastic experience! Our tour guide Sandy was great. Highly recommend. Train street is a must see!!
Personalized tour with...
SRIJAN M,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Personalized tour with rich history, vibrant streets, and the thrill of Train Street—truly unique!!!
Hanoi city tour
tina d,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A great day out with James and driver ahn We enjoyed all the sights and James was very informative and helpful to our needs. Train street was fun. We enjoyed the other areas we visited too. Thanks James and mr ahn
Yeah...it was ok.
Paolo C,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
3.00
There was nothing wrong about this tour but for the price it was very mediocre. The tour page itinerary makes it seem like you will be able to visit all the sites listed. That is not true, you will basically see 3-4 in person, maybe one or two in the car as you quickly drive past it. The guide was nice, his english was comprehensible 60%-70% of the times, but you're not getting the type of information depth you would hope with a private (arguably expensive) tour guide. He didn't have a background in anything related to the tour. He just knew some facts and spoke some english. The train experience is cool, but be aware that it basically eats 50% of your time. You dont need a guide for it, and you even pay for your own coffee. Overall, a list of places to visit and a quick GPT search would have sufficed when paired with the Grab taxi app. But it was still a pleasant way to spend half the day. I'm not complaining just being honest about the experience we had. I've had far more enriching private tours. If it was half the price I would feel better about this purchase and my time.