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Explore the Capital Hanoi
- Duration: 11 hours
- Pick-up/Drop-off: Halong International Cruise Port
- Highlights: Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison Museum, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, Old Quarter, Water Puppets Show (if time permits)
- Tour Customizable: Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)
Meeting point: see photo below.
FULL ITINERARY
Reach our charming ancient capital, Hanoi. This Hanoi shore excursion includes visits to major iconic landmarks in this 1000-year-old city. The Hanoi day trip is highly recommended for cruises passengers staying overnight in Hanoi. If you are not staying overnight, we will adjust the itinerary to better suit your actual time in port.
Be picked up by our driver and tour guide at the meeting point, then take you to Hanoi. Upon arrival, visit a famous gallery named Nguyen Art Gallery, which houses many original and quality paintings as well as sculptures. The Gallery’s objective is to promote quality arts, particularly from Vietnam. The gallery focuses on young and emerging artists. We are both enjoying Vietnamese tea or coffee then relax at a nice space of Gallery and seeing the paintings…Talk with the owner and enjoy a cup of Vietnamese coffee in the Café Lounge overlooking the Temple of Literature that you visit the morning.
Afterward, we will visit the Temple of Literature, originally built as a Temple of Confucius, before heading to Hoa Lo Prison Museum where the former US presidential candidate John McCain was incarcerated for over 5 years.
After lunch in the city center, your guide will bring you to visit the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple before hopping on a cyclo for a one-hour ride around the French-inspired Old Quarter. Stroll through narrow streets in the Old Quarter and browse for fantastic deals on almost everything from souvenirs in small shops to paintings at contemporary art galleries.
If time permits, join the crowd for a famous one-hour Water Puppet show. As the sun begins to set in this beautiful town, head back to Halong in good time for your cruise departure. Trip ends. Thanks for traveling with Shore Excursions Asia!
| Inclusions | – Round trip transfer from the ports in Halong/Hai Phong to Hanoi in private air-conditioned vehicle |
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| Exclusions | – Pre & After accommodation |
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Bruce and Linda H. –
The Old Quarter was bustling and colorful, and the Water puppet show was delightful. Our guide made sure we stayed comfortable and kept us engaged with interesting stories.
Diane –
This was one of the most thoughtful hanoi day trips we’ve ever done. The group was small, the pace was just right, and the sights were fantastic. We especially loved visiting the Temple of literature
Roger T. –
We booked this hanoi shore excursion as part of our cruise and were not disappointed. The guide was excellent, and the stops were meaningful. We didn’t feel rushed at all, even with a full itinerary
Martin –
I didn’t expect to enjoy a one-day city tour so much. But this hanoi shore excursion delivered more than just sightseeing. It gave us context, stories, and even some fun shopping in the Old Quarter. A wonderful way to experience Hanoi Vietnam for the first time
Eleanor M. –
Our guide was warm, knowledgeable, and paced the day thoughtfully for our small group. I especially loved the walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and the surprise stop for iced coffee. Hanoi Vietnam is such a beautiful mix of old and new, and this tour captured that spirit perfectly.
Tom –
Each stop gave us a taste of the culture, history, and everyday life. Highly recommend it for anyone seeking well-designed Hanoi day trips from Halong port.
Angela –
Loved every stop on this tour. Great option for older travelers like us looking for easy but enriching hanoi shore excursions.
Ruth S. –
We appreciated how well this hanoi shore excursion was organized. From the pickup at Halong Port to the return in the evening, everything went smoothly. The highlight for me was the Vietnam museum of ethnology - what a fascinating way to understand the country’s diversity.