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View AllThis premium private full-day Arts & Heritage Tour offers a perfect blend of history, fine arts, and living culture in Hanoi. Your dedicated guide and private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel and take you first to the Ho Chi Minh Complex (which closes early) before continuing with a rich artistic and cultural journey. At the end of the day, we will transfer you comfortably to Noi Bai International Airport.
Hotel Pickup: Between 08:00 – 09:00 AM directly at your hotel in central Hanoi (within 10 km radius of Hoan Kiem Lake).
09:00 – 10:30: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex and One Pillar Pagoda. Pay respects at the mausoleum and admire the iconic lotus-shaped pagoda along with the peaceful gardens and historic stilt houses.
10:45 – 12:00: Explore Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, home to the country’s most comprehensive collection of Vietnamese fine arts, from ancient sculptures and ceramics to modern masterpieces. Your guide will provide fascinating context on the evolution of Vietnamese art.
12:15 – 13:15: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a reputable local restaurant.
13:45 – 14:45: Visit Temple of Literature (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam), Vietnam’s first national university founded in 1070. Wander through its serene courtyards, ancient pavilions, and the Well of Heavenly Clarity.
15:00 – 16:00: Relax by scenic Hoan Kiem Lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple on the small island – the spiritual heart of Hanoi.
16:15 – 17:30: Immerse yourself in the vibrant Old Quarter art streets. Stroll through charming alleys filled with galleries, traditional crafts, and street art, followed by a relaxing traditional cyclo ride through the historic 36 streets.
18:00 – 19:00: Enjoy the famous Water Puppet Show – a spectacular traditional Vietnamese art form performed with puppets on water, accompanied by live folk music.
Airport Transfer: After the Water Puppet Show, our driver will take you directly to Noi Bai International Airport. Arrival at Noi Bai Airport: Between 20:00 – 20:15 PM. Tour concludes.
Professional private English-speaking guide (Vietnamese default, other languages available upon request with additional fee)
Delicious Vietnamese lunch at local restaurant
Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver for the whole day
All entrance fees to listed attractions
Traditional cyclo ride in the Old Quarter
Water Puppet Show ticket
Mineral water (1-2 bottles per person)
Airport drop-off at Noi Bai International Airport
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 your hotel in central Hanoi (within 10 km radius of Hoan Kiem Lake). At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Noi Bai International Airport.
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 Arts & Heritage Tour is available only from Tuesday to Sunday (closed on Mondays and Fridays for Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum).
The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted based on your preferences and pace.
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