Vietnam · City Tours

Discover The Ultimate Hanoi Layover Tour

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Convenient layover tour with pickup and drop-off included
02 Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace area
03 See Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple
04 Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter and its historic architecture
05 Visit St. Joseph’s Cathedral, one of Hanoi’s oldest churches
06 Discover traditional temples, pagodas, and an ancient city gate
07 Browse a historic local market in Hanoi
08 Enjoy Vietnamese local food during the tour

Make the most of your time in Hanoi with a layover tour designed to show you the city’s history, culture, architecture, and everyday life in just a few hours. With pickup and drop-off included, this private experience takes you from the airport or Hanoi Old Quarter to some of the capital’s most notable landmarks, from Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace area to Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and St. Joseph’s Cathedral.

Along the way, explore the character of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, visit traditional temples and markets, and enjoy local Vietnamese food. It’s a convenient way to experience the city’s colonial architecture, spiritual sites, and vibrant street life before continuing your journey.

Escape from the buzz of the city at Hoan Kiem Lake where you can find Ngoc Son Temple.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

We will pick you up at Noibai Airport or Ha Noi Old Quarter. Our local driver will wait for you at the arrival gate with your name on board if you want to pick you up at the airport.Admire one of the most famous mausoleum's in the world dedicated to President Ho Chi Minh. And See the President Palace and its colonial French architectural style.Escape from the buzz of the city at Hoan Kiem Lake where you can find Ngoc Son Temple.Explore the Old Quarter and stumble upon charming colonial architecture, Buddhist temples and pagodas.Visit what is believed to be the oldest temple in Hanoithe most beautiful lake in Hanoi and the oldest pagoda in Vietnam.Spot one of the ancient trade markets in Vietnam and contemplate how local sellers show and sell their products. Take a break and enjoy the best Vietnamese local food.Discover how the locals used to live over a century ago and see the ancient architectural style of Hanoi's Old QuarterSt. Joseph’s Cathedral is the oldest church in Hanoi. Its construction began in 1884 on the site of the ancient Bao Thien pagoda. This was one of the first structures built by the French colonial government when it was first opened in December 1886 and completed in 1888.Find out where the old city gates used to be and visit one of the 100 gates that protected the city with a watch tower at the top

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 1 city · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private Transfer with Exprienced Driver
Private local speaking English guide
Local Vietnamese Food
Mineral water bottle
Pick Up/Drop Off at Hanoi Airport

What's Not Included

Beverages, Personal Expenses & Tips

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Pick you up at the Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) or at Hanoi Old Quarter Area if you stayn already. For Airport Pick Up: Our driver will wait for you at the arrival gate with your name on board then transfer you to city center for starting the tour.

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