View AllThis immersive private full-day “Literature & Revolution Deep Dive” tour is designed for guests arriving at Noi Bai International Airport from Tuesday to Sunday. After airport pickup, you will head straight to the Ho Chi Minh Complex (which closes early) before continuing with a powerful journey through Hanoi’s literary, historical, and revolutionary heritage.
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.
09:30 – 11:00: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Pay respects at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, admire the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, explore the humble stilt houses where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked, and walk through the peaceful gardens of Ba Dinh Square.
11:15 – 12:15: Continue to 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 while learning about Confucian education and Vietnamese scholarly traditions.
12:30 – 13:30: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a reputable local restaurant.
14:00 – 15:00: Explore the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that served as the political center of Vietnam for over 13 centuries. Discover archaeological remains, ancient architecture, and fascinating historical exhibits.
15:15 – 16:15: Visit the Vietnam Military History Museum. View an impressive collection of artifacts, documents, and large-scale outdoor displays of military equipment from Vietnam’s wars of resistance.
16:30 – 17:15: Tour Hoa Lo Prison, the notorious site originally built by the French and later used during the Vietnam War, known to American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton.”
17:30 – 18:30: Enjoy a relaxing stroll around picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, visit Ngoc Son Temple, followed by a traditional cyclo ride through the bustling 36 ancient streets of the Old Quarter.
18:45 – 19:45: Experience the unique Vietnamese Water Puppet Show – a mesmerizing traditional performance with live folk music.
20:00 – 21:00: Savor an authentic Vietnamese dinner at a well-selected 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 (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
Water Puppet Show ticket
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 “Literature & Revolution Deep Dive” Tour with airport pickup is available only from Tuesday to Sunday (closed on Mondays and Fridays for Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum).
The itinerary starts with the Ho Chi Minh Complex due to its early closing time.
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.
