4-Hour Hanoi Tour with Hoa Lo Prison and Temple of Literature
Highlights
Hanoi
cultural, photography, sightseeing
Private Tour
4 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Discover Hanoi’s rich history and culture in just 4 hours with a visit to Hoa Lo Prison and the Temple of Literature. Explore powerful stories of resilience at the former “Hanoi Hilton” and experience Vietnam’s scholarly traditions at its first university amidst serene gardens and ancient architecture.
Itinerary
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4-Hour Itinerary: Hanoi Cultural Exploration – Hoa Lo Prison and Temple of Literature
Start the Tour at Hoa Lo Prison Museum
Begin with a guided visit to Hoa Lo Prison, known for its harrowing history from the French colonial period to the Vietnam War.
Explore exhibits that highlight the prison’s dual history: its use by the French to imprison Vietnamese revolutionaries and later by North Vietnam to hold American POWs.
Walk through preserved cells, view historical artifacts, and reflect on stories of resilience and survival.
Spend approximately 1.5 hours at this site to fully absorb the exhibits and narratives.
Transfer to the Temple of Literature
Drive or walk (depending on location) to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university established in 1070.
Enter through ancient gates into serene courtyards, ponds, and traditional pavilions surrounded by lush gardens.
Learn about Vietnam’s Confucian heritage, the role of scholars, and the temple’s architectural symbolism.
Spend about 1.5 hours exploring the site, including time for quiet reflection or photography.
End the Tour with Optional Local Experience
If time allows, conclude the itinerary with a short break at a nearby traditional tea house or café.
Enjoy a cup of Vietnamese coffee or tea while reflecting on Hanoi’s deep cultural and historical roots.
Total Duration: Approximately 4 hours.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 3 | /person |
| 4 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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