12-Hour Private Hanoi City Tour with Water Puppetry Show

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the iconic Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum and One-Pillar Pagoda
• 02 Explore Hanoi's cultural and historical landmarks, from the Museum of History to Hoan Kiem Lake
• 03 Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese Water Puppetry Show inspired by daily life and folklore
• 04 Discover Quan Thanh Taoist Temple and cross the picturesque The Huc Bridge to Ngoc Son Temple

Explore Hanoi on a full-day tour that combines the city's political landmarks, spiritual sites, history, and traditional culture. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, the One-Pillar Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple, and the Museum of History, then continue to Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple in the heart of the city. Experience the lively atmosphere of the Old Quarter and enjoy a traditional Water Puppetry Show that reflects Vietnamese daily life and folklore.

Explore Hanoi on a full-day tour that combines the city's political landmarks, spiritual sites, history, and traditional culture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Full-Day Hanoi Landmarks and Cultural Heritage Tour

• Pick up from your hotel with your guide and driver.
• Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including:
  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
  • Ho Chi Minh's House-on-Stilts
  • The One-Pillar Pagoda
  • Quan Thanh Taoist Temple
• Continue to the Museum of History to explore historical artifacts and culture.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and experience Vietnamese cuisine.
• Visit Hoan Kiem Lake, a serene lake in the heart of Hanoi.
• Explore Ngoc Son Temple, located on an island in Hoan Kiem Lake.
• Walk across the historic The Huc Bridge, which leads to Ngoc Son Temple.
• Visit the Old Quarter to experience lively street markets and local life.
• Enjoy a Water Puppetry Show, a traditional Vietnamese performance showcasing daily life and folklore.
• End the tour with time at local cafes or shops for souvenirs.
• Drop off at your hotel at the end of the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking guide
• Private land transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
• Admission fees
• Water Puppet Show ticket
• Lunch

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Drinks
• Tips

What to bring

• Sunscreen
• Long skirts or dresses to wear when visiting historical or cultural sites, as some may have dress code requirements

Know before you go

• Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum opens 5 days a week and 10 months a year.
• It is closed on Friday afternoons and Mondays, and from early October to early December for scheduled maintenance.
• If your visit coincides with closing days, alternatives will be suggested.
• Children aged 12 years and above are considered adults for admission and accommodation.
• Children aged 2-11 years will be charged 75% of the adult price, while children under 2 are free.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hotel in Hanoi

Tour start

Hanoi, Vietnam

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.