View AllThis premium private full-day “French Quarter & Opera Glow” tour is designed for guests arriving at Noi Bai International Airport from Tuesday to Sunday. Your dedicated guide and private vehicle will meet you at the airport and take you straight to the Ho Chi Minh Complex before it closes early, then continue with a delightful exploration of Hanoi’s elegant French colonial heritage and lively Old Quarter atmosphere.
Airport Pickup: Between 06:30 – 08:30 AM at Noi Bai International Airport (flexible according to your flight arrival). Our representative will wait with a name sign in the arrival hall.
09:00 – 10:15: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex first (including the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, stilt houses, and peaceful gardens) – arranged early to ensure entry before closing.
10:45 – 12:00: Discover the charming French Quarter. Admire St. Joseph’s Cathedral (the oldest church in Hanoi) with its stunning Gothic Revival architecture, then proceed to the majestic Hanoi Opera House, a masterpiece of French colonial design.
12:15 – 13:15: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant in the French Quarter area.
13:45 – 15:00: Take a leisurely walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple on the jewel-like island – the spiritual heart of Hanoi.
15:15 – 17:00: Explore the bustling Old Quarter with its 36 ancient streets, vibrant shops, and unique architecture blending Chinese, French, and Vietnamese styles.
17:15 – 18:15: Enjoy a relaxing traditional cyclo ride through the narrow lanes of the Old Quarter, soaking in the local life and atmosphere.
18:45 – 20:15: Savor an authentic Vietnamese dinner at a beautiful restaurant with a great view of the city lights, offering a perfect “Opera Glow” evening ambiance.
Private drop-off: Between 21:30 – 22:00 PM directly at your hotel in Hanoi (hotel booked by you). Tour concludes.
Professional private English-speaking guide
Delicious Vietnamese lunch at local restaurant
Authentic Vietnamese dinner at local restaurant
Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver for the whole day
Airport pickup from Noi Bai International Airport
All entrance fees to listed attractions
Traditional cyclo ride in the Old Quarter
Mineral water (1-2 bottles per person)
Drinks other than mineral water
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Surcharge for Lunar New Year (if applicable)
Our professional guide with private vehicle will pick you up directly at Noi Bai International Airport (within the arrival hall with a name sign). After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in central Hanoi.
What to bring
Comfortable walking shoes
Sun hat / cap
Camera
Sunscreen
Modest clothing suitable for temples and cultural sites
Not allowed
Shorts, short skirts, tank tops or revealing clothing at religious and historical sites
Know before you go
This Private Full Day French Quarter & Opera Glow Tour with airport pickup is available only from Tuesday to Sunday.
The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted based on your exact flight arrival time.
Children Policy: Child 5–11 years old = 75% of adult rate. Child under 5 years old = Free of charge (FOC, sharing seat and meals with parents). Children taller than 1 meter will pay full entrance fees where applicable.
All sites and activities in this tour are open on the operating days.
The tour is suitable for all ages with moderate walking involved.
If you are traveling with friends on separate bookings, please share your booking details with us at least 24 hours in advance.
Why You Should Book This Tour
Guide Languages
Default: English & Vietnamese. Other languages (French, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, etc.) are available upon request with additional fees.
