Presidential Palace, Hanoi

Experience the charm of Hanoi like never before with our “Hanoi Vintage Vespa Tours City Half Day”. This tour is designed to give you an authentic taste of the city’s rich history and vibrant culture: Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby. After a brief safety introduction, we’ll set off on our Vespa adventure! First Stage: We’ll ride to the iconic Long Bien Bridge, a symbol of Hanoi’s resilience. Built by the renowned Eiffel Construction company in 1902, this bridge offers panoramic views of the Red River. We’ll then continue our journey through the peaceful banana and corn farms of Red River Island, a hidden gem in the heart of Hanoi. Second Stage: We’ll ride along the banks of Westlake, stopping to enjoy the stunning views from Thanh Nien road. This spot offers a unique contrast between Hanoi’s charming old quarter and its modern skyline. Third Stage: We’ll dive into the bustling local market, immersing ourselves in the sights, sounds, and smells of the city. We’ll then visit Huu Tiep Lake in Ngoc Ha Flower Village, the site of a downed American B-52 aircraft from the Christmas bombing in 1972. Fourth Stage: Our route will take us past major city highlights such as the nearly 200-year-old Hanoi Flag Tower, the Hanoi Opera House, the thousand-year-old royal Thang Long Citadel, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, Ba Dinh Square, Tran Quoc Temple, and Truc Bach Lake. Final Stage: We’ll head to the century-old Reunification train track that runs through the heart of Hanoi. Here, local residents live just centimeters from the track, offering a unique glimpse into the local side of this bustling city. We’ll then enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a unique Egg Coffee before returning to your hotel. Join us on this unforgettable journey and let us share our love of Hanoi with you! 🛵🏮

Your day will begin with a friendly tour guide picking you up from your hotel in Hanoi. The first stop on your itinerary is a visit to West Lake, one of Hanoi's most picturesque and expansive lakes. While there, you'll have the opportunity to explore Tran Quoc Pagoda, the city's oldest pagoda with significant historical and religious importance. Next, you'll proceed to the renowned Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where the preserved body of Uncle Ho rests. Adjacent to the mausoleum, you'll discover the Presidential Palace, an elegant French architectural gem nestled within a charming garden. Additionally, you'll have the chance to visit Ho Chi Minh's stilt house, providing insight into the humble life of Vietnam's first president and the deep admiration he garnered from the Vietnamese people. In the event that the Uncle Ho Mausoleum is closed (usually on Mondays and Fridays), an alternative destination on your itinerary will be the Hoa Lo Prison, widely known as Maison Centrale. This infamous prison, with its brutal conditions and harsh punishments, stands as a symbol of the unwavering spirit and sacrifice of prisoners who held firm to their communist ideals. You'll then proceed to the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam), an esteemed Confucian temple and the site of Vietnam's inaugural national university. This cultural and historically significant location is a splendid place to explore and appreciate. Continuing your journey, you'll visit Ngoc Son Temple, situated at the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake, a central landmark in Hanoi cherished by both locals and tourists alike. To conclude your day, you'll embark on a Xich lo (cyclo) ride through the captivating streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter. As you soak in the atmosphere, you'll have the opportunity to savor one of the region's culinary delights—the famous egg coffee—a delicacy that has become an emblem of Hanoian culture. Finally, your tour will conclude with a return to your hotel, marking the end of an enriching exploration of Hanoi's cultural treasures.

The tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in the Old Quarter and take you to visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Within the complex are Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace and the One Pillar Pagoda. This is where the body of President Ho Chi Minh is located and is a place for people across the country and international tourists to visit the great leader of the Vietnamese people and outstanding cultural celebrity of humanity. The next stop is the Temple of Literature. Vietnam's first national university was built during the Ly dynasty. Not only is it the birthplace of many talented people for Vietnam for many generations, the Temple of Literature is also a historical witness of the capital Hanoi. Then, we stop by The Cathedral Church, officially named St. Joseph's Cathedral, is the Catholic church with the oldest history in Hanoi. The church was built during the French colonial period and is a typical project of European Gothic style, modeled after the architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris Hanoi Opera House is like a special historical witness, and cultural events that have taken place in Hanoi over the past 100 years, leaving an ancient deeply shadow in the capital. This is a unique architectural work based on the ancient Greek architecture of Coranhto with Tuylory castle style and Opera de Paris Theater. Follow that, tourist can move to Dong Xuan Market, a market was born and associated with the commercial development of Thang Long. Not only is it the busiest trading place in Hanoi, Dong Xuan market also contains many cultural and spiritual values that reflect the lives and activities of the ancient people and is also an indispensable destination of every tourist when stopping in Hanoi After that, we have chance to go sightseeing the train road which is the special beauty in Hanoi. It is Rarely peaceful beauty seen in Hanoi's 'Train Street'. Tourist can have memorable moment to save the amazing photos about this special beauty AND experience Vietnam traditional food Pho ( Noodle) or Banh mi/ (Bread) / Vietnamese tradditional Coffee .

- Our guides can speak different Languages (extra surcharge applied). - Door to Door service from your hotel in Hanoi. - Visit to all most-wanted attractions in town. Tailored Places to visit up on your request and preferences. - Daily life of Hanoi people best presented. - Discover off the beaten part of the city. - Themed lunch at top-notch restaurant in Hanoi. We serve any diet. NOTICE 1 : If you have a special request for Places to visit please let us know in advance upon booking. We will tailor the tour to fit it. NOTICE 2: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ANY REQUEST, We will strictly follow the Default Itinerary in the field of this tour. NOTICE 3: PICK ENGLISH IF YOU CAN. Surcharge 20$ applied for changing tour guide from English to other language. In Vietnam Tourism universities only teach in English; so that English speaking guides are more professional. Others are more like: People who can speak the language and may do tourism for long.

Tour guide will start the day by picking you up from your hotel in Hanoi. The first stop on your tour is a visit to West Lake, one of Hanoi's largest and most scenic lakes. Here, you will also visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, which is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi and holds historical and religious significance. The next destination is visit Chi Minh Mausoleum where the corpse of Uncle Ho kept. Next you will see the Presidential Palace - a nice French architecture in the garden and visit Ho Chi Minh on stilts, learn about the simple life of Ho Chi Minh - the first President of Vietnam and the man who is loved by most of Vietnamese. During the Uncle’s Mausoleum is closed on Monday and Friday you will visit the prison Maison Centrale – well-known as one of the most inhumane prisons with terrified punishment, Hoa Lo Prison, aka Maison Centrale, is a symbol of strong will of prisoners and their sacrifice for their communist ideals. Come to the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam), which is a historic Confucian temple and the site of Vietnam's first national university. It's a beautiful and culturally significant place to explore. You'll also visit Ngoc Son Temple, which is located in the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake - a central landmark in Hanoi and a popular spot for both locals and tourists. Take a Xich lo through the Old Quarter of Hanoi and enjoy one of the characteristics culinary is the egg coffee which also becomes a delicate beauty in Hanoians’ culture. Complete the tour by returning to your hotel, finish exploration of the city's cultural.

Our tour guide will come to your hotel to pick you up. The first stop on your tour will be West Lake, one of Hanoi's largest and most beautiful lakes. Here, you will also get to visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, which is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi and holds great historical and religious significance. When you visit, you will be amazed by the unique architecture of the temple and the serene atmosphere created by the ancient trees surrounding it. This pagoda has a history dating back over 1,500 years, making it a truly special place to explore. You will have a wonderful time at Tran Quoc Pagoda, as the gentle breezes and the sound of the temple bells will bring peace to your soul and help you relax after long days of work. The next stop on your tour is the Chi Minh Mausoleum, where the body of Uncle Ho is kept. After that, you will have the opportunity to see the Presidential Palace, a beautiful French-style building located in a lovely garden. You will also visit Ho Chi Minh's stilt house and learn about his simple life. Ho Chi Minh, the first President of Vietnam, is loved by many Vietnamese people. Please note that the Uncle's Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays. However, on those days, you will have the chance to visit the Maison Centrale prison, also known as Hoa Lo Prison. This prison is famous for its inhumane conditions and terrifying punishments. It serves as a symbol of the prisoners' strong will and their sacrifices for their communist ideals. As you explore the dark rooms of the prison, you will feel the eerie atmosphere that surrounds it. Lastly, you will visit the Temple of Literature, also known as Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam. This is Vietnam's first university and has been educating royalty, mandarins, and elites for an impressive 800 years. It is a beautiful and culturally significant place to visit. Many students come here to pray for success in their studies. The temple is surrounded by majestic trees and features intricate architectural works from that time, which will leave you in awe. *The schedule may change slightly based on actual situation*

Highlights: - Thanglong – Hanoi (since 1010 till now), such as: - Long Bien bridge - is one of Hanoi’s legacies built over 3 centuries - Thang Long - Hanoi ceramic road – the world record - The West Lake – the most romantic lake of Hanoi (visit temple / pagada) - The two giant Dragon made with blue ceramic glaze - Ho Chi Minh complex (outside) with the mausoleum, museum and Ba Đình square. - Parliament House & the Presidential Palace (outside) – political center of Vietnam. - The national Flag Tower (outside) - a national symbol for independence and freedom. - Ministry of Foreign Affair (outside) - french traditional design - Phung Hung Mosaic street – most attractive art for travel - The big cathedral of Hanoi – symbol for christianity - The statue of king Ly Thai To – the great king for Thang Long – Ha Noi - The French Opera House with french architectural style.

•Our tour guide will pick you up in your hotel • The first stop on your tour is a visit to West Lake, one of Hanoi's largest and most scenic lakes. Here, you will also visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, which is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi and holds historical and . When you come here, you will admire the unique architecture of the temple along with rows of green ancient trees falling into the lake religious significance, a most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years. You will visit a pagoda which is located on West Lake, a very sacred temple in Hanoi. Besides, you will have the most pleasant time at Tran Quoc Pagoda, because when you come here, the gentle breezes and the bells at the temple will soothe your soul, helping you become healthier and happier. More comfortable after long, hard days at work. •The next destination is visit Chi Minh Mausoleum where the corpse of Uncle Ho kept. Next you will see the Presidential Palace - a nice French architecture in the garden and visit Ho Chi Minh on stilts, learn about the simple life of Ho Chi Minh - the first President of Vietnam and the man who is loved by most of Vietnamese. •During the Uncle’s Mausoleum is closed on Monday and Friday you will visit the prison Maison Centrale – well-known as one of the most inhumane prisons with terrified punishment, Hoa Lo Prison, aka Maison Centrale, is a symbol of strong will of prisoners and their sacrifice for their communist ideals. Here, you will explore dark rooms with a scary, gloomy atmosphere • The next destination is the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam) - Vietnam's first university, also referred to as Van Mieu, was established within a temple to educate Vietnam's royalty, mandarins and members of the elite, for an incredible 800 years. It's a beautiful and culturally significant place to explore. Most students come to this place to pray for their studies. This place is covered with a row of giant trees along with meticulous, lavish architectural works of that time to highlight the wealth of the aristocracy. •You'll also visit Ngoc Son Temple, which is located in the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake - a central landmark in Hanoi and a popular spot for both locals and tourists. This is a famous spiritual site in Ha Noi. Not only reflecting the profound spiritual life of Vietnamese people in the feudal period, the temple also boasts unique architecture and a good view of the famous Hoan Kiem Lake. •Take a Xich lo through the Old Quarter of Hanoi and enjoy one of the characteristics culinary is the egg coffee which also becomes a delicate beauty in Hanoians’ culture. Riding in a cyclo allows you to experience the local daily life of Hanoi and up close. You will go through every street and alley to sightsee, breathe fresh air and take unforgettable photos. You will enjoy the charming “36 street Hanoi” on a traditional cycle •Complete the tour by returning to your hotel, finish exploration of the city's cultural.

•Our tour guide will pick you up in your hotel • The first stop on your tour is a visit to West Lake, one of Hanoi's largest and most scenic lakes. Here, you will also visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, which is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi and holds historical and . When you come here, you will admire the unique architecture of the temple along with rows of green ancient trees falling into the lake religious significance, a most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years. You will visit a pagoda which is located on West Lake, a very sacred temple in Hanoi. Besides, you will have the most pleasant time at Tran Quoc Pagoda, because when you come here, the gentle breezes and the bells at the temple will soothe your soul, helping you become healthier and happier. More comfortable after long, hard days at work •The next destination is visit Chi Minh Mausoleum where the corpse of Uncle Ho kept. Next you will see the Presidential Palace - a nice French architecture in the garden and visit Ho Chi Minh on stilts, learn about the simple life of Ho Chi Minh - the first President of Vietnam and the man who is loved by most of Vietnamese •During the Uncle’s Mausoleum is closed on Monday and Friday you will visit the prison Maison Centrale – well-known as one of the most inhumane prisons with terrified punishment, Hoa Lo Prison, aka Maison Centrale, is a symbol of strong will of prisoners and their sacrifice for their communist ideals. Here, you will explore dark rooms with a scary, gloomy atmosphere • The next destination is the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam) - Vietnam's first university, also referred to as Van Mieu, was established within a temple to educate Vietnam's royalty, mandarins and members of the elite, for an incredible 800 years. It's a beautiful and culturally significant place to explore. Most students come to this place to pray for their studies. This place is covered with a row of giant trees along with meticulous, lavish architectural works of that time to highlight the wealth of the aristocracy •You'll also visit Ngoc Son Temple, which is located in the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake - a central landmark in Hanoi and a popular spot for both locals and tourists. This is a famous spiritual site in Ha Noi. Not only reflecting the profound spiritual life of Vietnamese people in the feudal period, the temple also boasts unique architecture and a good view of the famous Hoan Kiem Lake. •Take a Xich lo through the Old Quarter of Hanoi and enjoy one of the characteristics culinary is the egg coffee which also becomes a delicate beauty in Hanoians’ culture. Riding in a cyclo allows you to experience the local daily life of Hanoi and up close. You will go through every street and alley to sightsee, breathe fresh air and take unforgettable photos. You will enjoy the charming “36 street Hanoi” on a traditional cycle •Complete the tour by returning to your hotel, finish exploration of the city's cultural

Tour guide will start the day by picking you up from your hotel in Hanoi. The first stop on your tour is a visit to West Lake, one of Hanoi's largest and most scenic lakes. Here, you will also visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, which is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi and holds historical and religious significance. The next destination is visit Chi Minh Mausoleum where the corpse of Uncle Ho kept. Next you will see the Presidential Palace - a nice French architecture in the garden and visit Ho Chi Minh on stilts, learn about the simple life of Ho Chi Minh - the first President of Vietnam and the man who is loved by most of Vietnamese. During the Uncle’s Mausoleum is closed on Monday and Friday you will visit the prison Maison Centrale – well-known as one of the most inhumane prisons with terrified punishment, Hoa Lo Prison, aka Maison Centrale, is a symbol of strong will of prisoners and their sacrifice for their communist ideals. Come to the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam), which is a historic Confucian temple and the site of Vietnam's first national university. It's a beautiful and culturally significant place to explore. You'll also visit Ngoc Son Temple, which is located in the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake - a central landmark in Hanoi and a popular spot for both locals and tourists. Take a Xich lo through the Old Quarter of Hanoi and enjoy one of the characteristics culinary is the egg coffee which also becomes a delicate beauty in Hanoians’ culture. Complete the tour by returning to your hotel, finish exploration of the city's cultural.