Hanoi is located in the Red River Delta, in the center of North Việt Nam, is the capital of the Socialist Republic of Việt Nam, the center of culture, politics, economy and trade of the whole country. Throughout the thousand years of its eventful history, marked by destruction, wars and natural calamities, Hà Nội still preserves many ancient architectural works including the Old Quarter and over 600 pagodas and temples. Famous sites include the One Pillar Pagoda (built in 1049), the Temple of Literature (built in 1070), Hà Nội Citadel, Hà Nội Opera House, President Hồ Chí Minh's Mausoleum, and so on
ITINERARY AM: 08:00-08:30 Our guide & driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Then visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum. Enjoy the architectural and historical aspects of Uncle Ho's final resting-place. Just next door is Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts. Lying to one side of the Mausoleum is the One Pillar Pagoda; founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049 the structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi. Continue to visit the Quan Thanh Temple (Taoist - dating from the Ly Dynasty) and Buddhist Tran Quoc Pagoda on West lake (One of the oldest in Vietnam). Lunch. PM: After lunch proceed to visit the Literature Temple and Quoc Tu Giam. Vietnam’s first university constructed in 1070, it’s gardens and well-preserved architecture offers a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s past. Then visit Bat Trang pottery village. After that, we will take you past Hoan Kiem Lake to see the peaceful waters and visit Ngoc Son temple. For the end of the tour, visit by coach trip along the Hanoi Old Quarter. Free for shopping until 15:30. Tour ends around at 16:00.
NOTE: On Monday and Friday morning, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and museum are closed. The itinerary can be changed due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Special request (diet or vegetarian …) should be sent before your departure date. 16-seater bus used for 12-14 passengers 24-seater bus used for a maximum of 18 passengers 29-seater bus used for 18-20 passengers
Inclusive services: Full transfers by shuttle bus (with A/C, purified bottled water, wet tissue) Entrance fee Lunch English speaking guide
Exclusive services: Visa arrangement Drinks on meals Travel insurance Personal expenses Children policy: Free of charge for children under 5 years Surcharge 50% rate of adult for children 5->11 years Children 12 years old and over are charged as adults. * Water Puppet show for deluxe option only, a traditional performance that dates back as far as the 11th century in the villages of the Red River Delta area of northern Vietnam. * Extra for Vietnam Ethnology Museum, US$ 4.00/person.