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    1. Home
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    3. Vietnam
    4. Hanoi
    5. Hanoi Imperial Citadel & Heritage Full Day Private Tour with Dinner
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    Hanoi Imperial Citadel & Heritage Full Day Private Tour with Dinner

    4.5
    12 traveler reviews
    14 hours
    Start Hanoi Downtown and end Tour end at your hotel in Hanoi
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    About this activity

    • Reserve now & pay laterKeep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
    • Duration 14 hoursCheck availability to see starting times
    • Skip the line through a separate entranceSave up to 2-3 hours
    • Live tour guideEnglish, Vietnamese
    • Private available

    Itinerary

    • 1 starting location options:Hanoi Downtown (15 minutes)
    • car
    • Ho Chi Minh ComplexSightseeing, Historical, Photography (2 hours)
    • car
    • Imperial Citadel of Thang LongHistorical (1 hour)
    • car
    • Hanoi Old QuarterRestaurant (1 hour)
    • car
    • Vietnam Fine Arts MuseumIn-depth Cultural, Historical (1 hour)
    • car
    • Temple of LiteratureHistorical (1 hour)
    • car
    • Hoa Lo PrisonHistorical (1 hour)
    • walking
    • Ngoc Son Temple, Hoan Kiem LakeSightseeing, Photography (2 hours)
    • walking
    • Hanoi Old QuarterRestaurant (2 hours)
    • car
    • 1 drop-off locations:Tour end at your hotel in Hanoi (15 minutes)

    For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

    • Highlights

      • Exclusive Private Tour with dedicated guide and private air-conditioned vehicle
      • Hotel pickup in central Hanoi between 08:00 – 09:00 AM
      • In-depth exploration of Imperial Citadel of Thang Long – UNESCO World Heritage Site
      • Visit Vietnam Fine Arts Museum showcasing Vietnam’s artistic treasures
      • Early morning visit to Ho Chi Minh Complex including One Pillar Pagoda
      • Discover Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university
      • Tour the historic Hoa Lo Prison (the “Hanoi Hilton”)
      • Peaceful evening stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake
      • Enjoy delicious Vietnamese lunch and authentic Vietnamese dinner
      • Professional guidance throughout with flexible pacing tailored to your arrival
    • Full Itinerary

      This premium private full-day Imperial Citadel & Heritage Tour offers history and culture enthusiasts a deep dive into Hanoi’s royal past, revolutionary history, and artistic heritage. With your own dedicated guide and vehicle, you will enjoy a well-paced, insightful experience.

      Hotel Pickup: Flexible 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: Start your day at the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Pay respects at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and explore the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, the humble stilt houses, and the serene gardens of Ba Dinh Square.

      10:45 – 12:00: Continue to the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover ancient archaeological ruins, royal palaces, and military fortifications that tell over 1,000 years of Vietnamese dynastic history.

      12:15 – 13:15: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.

      13:45 – 15:00: Explore the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, home to a magnificent collection of Vietnamese art spanning ancient to contemporary periods, including bronze sculptures, lacquer paintings, and ceramics.

      15:15 – 16:15: Visit Temple of Literature (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam), Vietnam’s first national university founded in 1070. Wander through its elegant courtyards, ancient pavilions, and the Well of Heavenly Clarity.

      16:30 – 17:30: Tour Hoa Lo Prison, a compelling historical site originally built by the French colonists and later used during the Vietnam War, famously known as the “Hanoi Hilton”.

      17:45 – 18:45: End the afternoon with a relaxing stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, the spiritual heart of Hanoi, and visit Ngoc Son Temple on the small island.

      19:00 – 20:30: Savor a delightful Vietnamese dinner at a well-chosen local restaurant, featuring a variety of traditional dishes and specialties.

      Private drop-off: Between 21:30 – 22:00 PM directly at your hotel in Hanoi. Tour concludes.

    • Includes

      Guide

      Professional private English-speaking guide (Vietnamese default, other languages available upon request with additional fee)

      Meals

      Delicious Vietnamese lunch at local restaurant

      Authentic Vietnamese dinner at local restaurant

      Transport

      Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver for the whole day

      Included Activities

      All entrance fees to listed attractions

      Mineral water (1-2 bottles per person)

      Insurance

      Additional Services

      Drinks other than mineral water

      Travel insurance

      Tips and personal expenses

      Surcharge for Lunar New Year (if applicable)

    • Meeting point

      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). For hotels located further away, we will confirm the most convenient pick-up arrangement after booking.

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    • Important information

      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 Imperial Citadel & Heritage Tour is available only from Tuesday to Sunday (closed on Mondays and Fridays for Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum).

      The itinerary starts with Ho Chi Minh Complex due to its early closing time.

      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 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.

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