Hanoi afternoon: discover Private City Tour and Folk Show

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Discover Hanoi’s afternoon 8h iconic landmarks on a private tour. Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison. Enjoy a traditional folk show and a delicious lunch.

Highlights

  • Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university
  • Explore the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, Tran Quoc Pagoda, on West Lake
  • Step inside Hoa Lo Prison, known as Maison Centrale, and learn its history
  • Enjoy a traditional Quan Ho singing and Cheo folk show
  • Showcasing The Quintessence of Tonkin

Description

Your journey begins at 12:15, when your private guide and driver pick you up from your hotel and take you to the restaurant. 12:30–12:45 Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch. Vegetarian options are available. Note: If you do not join lunch, pick-up at your hotel will be around 13:30. 13:30 Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. Built in the 6th century, this serene pagoda offers peaceful scenery and a spiritual atmosphere. 14:30 Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university founded in 1070. This historical complex honors scholars and Confucius and remains one of Hanoi’s most popular cultural sites. 15:30 Head to Hoa Lo Prison (Maison Centrale), built by the French between 1886 and 1901. Often referred to as “A Hell on Earth,” this museum offers deep insights into Vietnam’s history and its fight against colonialism. 16:30 Move to the cultural performance area to enjoy traditional Quan Ho singing and Cheo folk show, showcasing the beauty of Northern Vietnam’s heritage. After the performance, 20:45 the tour will end with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel.

Includes

Private car for the entire trip Private English-speaking guide Entrance tickets 1 bottle of water per person Lunch

Important Information

  • The itinerary order may change depending on real-time conditions.

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