NORTHERN VIETNAM
Hanoi’s best days out.
The 15 hanoi city tours worth planning a day around in Hanoi and the north. What each one includes, what it costs, and who runs it.
Private Hanoi walking tour with student guides covering Hoan Kiem Lake, Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison and more, with free Old Quarter pickup.
Most Popular“My tour guide Huyền was incredible and so thoughtful and knowledgeable. It was also great to just ask each other questions about life in both of our countries and the history of Ha Noi. Couldn’t recommend more!”
A 3–4 hour Hanoi Old Quarter street food walk with 4–5 tastings, cultural stops, and a proper egg coffee finish, led by an English guide.
Private Hanoi Old Quarter street food walk with 10 tastings, egg coffee at Cafe Giảng, and hotel pickup, led by a foodie guide.
“Our tour guide jenny was so amazing! We went to about 7 places and by the end were stuffed! She taught us everything we needed to know to eat out in Hanoi. She even even emailed us a list of other places to try over the next few days. If you only do one thing…”
Hanoi Michelin street food walk with dry chicken pho, crispy eel noodles, bun cha, and egg coffee in alley cafes plus puppets or train street.
Half-day Hanoi by open-air jeep, ending with Vietnamese lunch, plus West Lake sights and the famous Train Street.
“We took jeep city tour for hanoi. It was a great experience with Charlie as he explained everything in detail and we enjoyed alot”
A 4.5-hour small-group women-led motorbike tour through Hanoi’s landmarks, backstreets, West Lake, and wartime sites, with food and coffee.
“The team was very nice. We have discovered hidden places. Best tour of Hanoi. And the drivers were excellent”
See Hanoi by open-air jeep, from Old Quarter and West Lake to countryside farms and Train Street. Lunch, guide, pickup included.
“Good trip and we saw a lot of the city. I would have liked to have gone to the train track - even for photos. That didn’t happen. Also, one guest was late by around 10mins+ and we waited in the car. Be prepared for air pollution! Overall, good tour guide.”
A 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus loop through Hanoi’s top sights, with 13 stops, audio in 8 languages, and rain-ready extras.
Hand-paint conical hats, tour Quang Phu Cau incense makers, optionally lacquer art, and see Hanoi highlights including Water Puppets.
“I really enjoyed the whole experience, I thought the incense village would be the highlight, however actually enjoyed the conical hat demonstration more and it was relaxing getting to sit and paint one! Danny the driver was excellent, very friendly and happy to help.”
Private Hanoi Old Quarter walking tour with a student guide: Hoan Kiem Lake, Ancient House, Kim Ngan Temple, and optional water puppets.
“Mark, our tour guide in Hanoi, was exceptional. Polite and knowledgeable, he made our experience unforgettable. His insights at Hanoi Prison were enlightening, bringing history to life. At Huan Kiem Lake, he shared fascinating stories and legends, adding depth to our visit. Mark's expertise and friendly manner made the tour enjoyable, leaving us with cherished…”
Creative half- or full-day Hanoi tour: incense village, conical hat painting, lacquer craft, plus city sights and optional Train Street.
“Great tour very informative and great value for money”
Private Hanoi half-day tour with West Lake pagoda, Ho Chi Minh sights, Hoa Lo Prison, Train Street, and Dong Xuan Market.
“Good tour but a lot of driving by things. Felt a bit rushed on the few stops or not enough time to even try to explore. Cherry was very knowledgeable and friendly.”
Ride a classic GAZ-69 Jeep through Hanoi’s backstreets, photo stops, Train Street, and an organic food break included.
“Highly recommended way to visit Hanoi. Sim was an amazing guide”
Hanoi Old Quarter street food on a motorbike: 10 tastings at 6-8 stops, plus drinks and bottled water, led by an English-speaking guide.
“The best way to experience the food and traffic of Hanoi. Emilia was superb she took us to places we would not have gone to and try foods that we might otherwise never try. Most recommended.”
Female-led Vespa loop through West Lake, Long Bien Bridge and Train Street, with egg coffee, lunch and hotel pickup in Hanoi.
“This trip was very enjoyable. My guide Lynn was so informative and interesting. She explained each place we went to and gave me a wonderful insight into Vietnamese life and culture. I would highly recommend this trip. Pauline”
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