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Hanoi City Highlights Walking Tour – Landmarks and History by Local Operator

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Activity provider: Johnson Excursions Travel
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Full-day tour in Hanoi, taking in Quan Thanh Temple, Vietnam National Assembly and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Run by Johnson Excursions Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Quan Thanh Temple
  • Vietnam National Assembly
  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
  • One Pillar Pagoda
  • Runs 7 hours
  • Experienced Local Guide

Hanoi City Highlights Walking Tour – Landmarks and History by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $38.96 per person
Duration7 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 7-hour experience in Hanoi, built around Quan Thanh Temple, Vietnam National Assembly and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. It is run by Johnson Excursions Travel, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

A private day with a driver-guide is the way to see the most of a Japanese city or region in one day, because it removes the transfers between sights that eat a third of the day on public transport. Prices are usually per vehicle for up to a set number of guests rather than per person, and cover the car, fuel, tolls and the guide; entrance fees and lunch are paid as you go unless the listing says otherwise. Japanese guides are licensed for the work and typically punctual to the minute. Give the operator your priorities, and expect them to reorder the day around opening hours and crowds; that is what you are paying for.

The price covers Local Guide, Cold Bottled Water, Included Drinks, Included Local Vietnamese Snacks: Peanut Brittle, Potato and Raincoat. It does not cover Beverages, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Hanoi. Johnson Excursions Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Johnson Excursions Travel before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting/pickup location

Depends on the selected option

Quan Thanh Temple

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

Vietnam National Assembly

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

Presidential Palace, Hanoi

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

One Pillar Pagoda

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

Hỏa Lò Prison

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1 hour)

Vietnamese Women's Museum

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1 hour)

Hanoi Train Street

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

2 drop-off locations

Hanoi, Hanoi Train Street

Detailed Itinerary

Starting/pickup location: Depends on the selected option

Quan Thanh Temple: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

Vietnam National Assembly: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

Presidential Palace, Hanoi: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

One Pillar Pagoda: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

Hỏa Lò Prison: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1 hour)

Vietnamese Women's Museum: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1 hour)

Includes

  • Experienced Local Guide
  • Cold Bottled Water
  • Included Drinks: (Beer, Coke, Fanta, Sparkling Water, Orange Juice, Tea, …)
  • Included Local Vietnamese Snacks: Peanut Brittle, Potato Crisps, Cheese Crisps, Rice Snacks
  • Raincoat
  • Pick-up and Drop-off (Except for option: Small Group)
  • Visit Landmarks & Historical Attractions

Excludes

  • Beverages (Optional)

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Hanoi. Johnson Excursions Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 7 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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$38.96
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

5/5
based on 149 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.9/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Sven
September 18, 2026

super guide. very knowledgeable and his English was super. everytime again a real 5 star experience

5
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William
September 17, 2026

John was amazing, extremely knowledgeable and passionate with many stories of Vietnams past. All the places visited were very interesting and John explained all the history as well as answering any questions we had on the French and American wars. 100% recommend if you have an interest in history.

5
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Cade
September 10, 2026

Really informative, John was super friendly, easy going and knowledgable. The tour has lots of elements and you get to see a lot of Hanoi. I would definitely recommend.

5
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Doris
September 6, 2026

We truly enjoyed to learn about the Vietnamese history and culture; with John. Punctual start and well organised. Cảm ơn !

5
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Kelly
August 26, 2026

Great tour around Hanoi - helpful to have someone show us around and provide some history!

5
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Nieves
August 24, 2026

John is fantastic, very good tour. I recommend a lot booking with him. Than you!!! :)

5
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Will
August 22, 2026

John was very knowledgeable and open to questions about his countries history. The landmarks were interesting but the information he delivered alongside visiting the landmarks brought it to life.

5
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Jason
August 8, 2026

Great tour - John was a fantastic guide - lots of interesting facts - highly recommended

5
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Damien
August 5, 2026

Very interesting and the guide John did his best to give us the best tour.

5
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Jessie
August 4, 2026

Very well organized. Our tour guide John has been great in showing us the city and telling us about its story and culture. Recommended.

5
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Alexandra
August 2, 2026

We had a great tour with John. It turned out to be a private tour. John was very interesting to talk with and accommodating with our wishes. We had a lot of information and interesting facts about history and also about living in Hanoi. We all enjoyed the experience (1 adult and 2 teenagers) and were very happy to try new drinks on the different stops.

5
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Tinna
July 24, 2026

The tour was excellent. John was a great tour guide with a lot of knowledge of the city and the people and the history. It was a good pace with convenient transport and the time flew by. Highly recommend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Hanoi. Johnson Excursions Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover beverages (optional). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Experienced Local Guide, Cold Bottled Water, Included Drinks: (Beer, Coke, Fanta, Sparkling Water, Orange Juice, Tea, …), Included Local Vietnamese Snacks: Peanut Brittle, Potato Crisps, Cheese Crisps, Rice Snacks, Raincoat, Pick-up and Drop-off (Except for option: Small Group), Visit Landmarks & Historical Attractions
The duration of the Hanoi City Highlights Walking Tour – Landmarks and History by Local Operator is typically 7 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$38.96