Brief description: Experience the essential things to do in Hanoi, see all the historical and modern sights of the city with full commentary provided. Hop-on hop-off at major attractions including Ho Chi Minh Complex, One pillar pagoda, Temple of Literature, and walking along streets of the Old Quarter – a magnet for visitors.
In the morning:
Pick up at 8 am in the hotel lobby then by vehicle to visit some of the city’s attractions including the following fascinating places:
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (except for Monday & Friday & the whole Oct & Nov), Ba Dinh square, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh House on stilt & one pillar pagoda.
National Museum of Ethnology (except for Monday & Friday)is the most exciting place to visit and missing a visit to this place will mean skipping an important part of Hanoi’s history and cultural background. Enjoy Lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant
In the afternoon
Afternoon we continue to visit the Temple of Literature, which is known as the first university in Viet Nam where dedicated to Confucius and his scholars.
Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake The Ngoc Son Temple is set on a tiny island on the Hoan Kiem Lake, with history dating back to the 13th century. The temple is reached by crossing the Huc Bridge which literally means the ‘Place Touched by Morning Sunbeams’. The Hoan Kiem Lake is the local point of the city and the source of many legends, which you will discover and take away with you on your day trip from Hanoi
In the morning:
Pick up at 8 am in the hotel lobby then by vehicle to visit some of the city’s attractions including the following fascinating places:
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (except for Monday & Friday & the whole Oct & Nov), Ba Dinh square, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh House on stilt & one pillar pagoda.
National Museum of Ethnology (except for Monday & Friday)is the most exciting place to visit and missing a visit to this place will mean skipping an important part of Hanoi’s history and cultural background. Enjoy Lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant
In the afternoon
Afternoon we continue to visit the Temple of Literature, which is known as the first university in Viet Nam where dedicated to Confucius and his scholars.
Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake The Ngoc Son Temple is set on a tiny island on the Hoan Kiem Lake, with history dating back to the 13th century. The temple is reached by crossing the Huc Bridge which literally means the ‘Place Touched by Morning Sunbeams’. The Hoan Kiem Lake is the local point of the city and the source of many legends, which you will discover and take away with you on your day trip from Hanoi
One hour Cyclo ride through the Old Quarter to explore the most interesting part of the city. You will explore a maze of hustle and bustle streets with a hotchpotch of architecture – traditional tube houses, religious buildings, artisans’ workshops, colonial houses and modern concrete edifices. Return to the hotel late afternoon.
Important notes: You should wear the suit which cover your shoulder and knee because short wear is not allow inside the Mausoleum, Temple and Pagoda.
TOUR INCLUSIVES
Meal: lunch
Hanoi, VietnamEntrance fees
Local english speaking tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle from hotel to each visiting palace
Complimentary water in the vehicle
TOUR EXCLUSIVES
Gratuities to driver/guides and other conveyance attendants.
Meal does not mention in itinerary & beverages other than specified.
Personal and baggage insurance.
Cost for anything not specifically mentioned in the listing above.
Important notes: You should wear the suit which cover your shoulder and knee because short wear is not allow inside the Mausoleum, Temple and Pagoda.
TOUR INCLUSIVES
Meal: lunch
Hanoi, VietnamEntrance fees
Local english speaking tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle from hotel to each visiting palace
Complimentary water in the vehicle
TOUR EXCLUSIVES
Gratuities to driver/guides and other conveyance attendants.
Meal does not mention in itinerary & beverages other than specified.
Personal and baggage insurance.
Cost for anything not specifically mentioned in the listing above.
