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Vietnam War: Uncovering Hanoi's Untold Stories by Local Operator

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Activity provider: ONETRIP WITH LOCAL TRAVEL CO., LTD
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3-hour tour in Hanoi, taking in Nguyen Cong Tru Market, Hidden gem and Kham Thien. Run by ONETRIP WITH LOCAL TRAVEL CO., LTD, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Nguyen Cong Tru Market
  • Hidden gem
  • Kham Thien
  • Hanoi Train Street
  • Runs 3 hours
  • Stories of locals during the war

Vietnam War: Uncovering Hanoi's Untold Stories by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $52.47 per person
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 3-hour experience in Hanoi, built around Nguyen Cong Tru Market, Hidden gem and Kham Thien. It is run by ONETRIP WITH LOCAL TRAVEL CO., LTD, 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.

The price covers Stories of locals during the war, Tour guide, Coffee or tea and Short taxi ride. It does not cover Tips and Personal expense, 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.

24 P. Chùa Vua, Phố Huế, Hai Bà Trưng, Hà Nội, Vietnam. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with ONETRIP WITH LOCAL TRAVEL CO., LTD 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 location

24 P. Chùa Vua, Phố Huế, Hai Bà Trưng, Hà Nội, Vietnam

Nguyen Cong Tru Market

Photo stop, Sightseeing (2 hours)

Hidden gem

Break time, Walk (15 minutes)

Kham Thien

Guided tour (30 minutes)

Hanoi Train Street

Break time, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

2 drop-off locations

65 Ng. 224 Lê Duẩn, 224 Đ. Lê Duẩn, Văn Miếu - Quốc Tử Giám, Hà Nội, Vietnam

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: 24 P. Chùa Vua, Phố Huế, Hai Bà Trưng, Hà Nội, Vietnam

Nguyen Cong Tru Market: Photo stop, Sightseeing (2 hours)

Hidden gem: Break time, Walk (15 minutes)

Kham Thien: Guided tour (30 minutes)

Hanoi Train Street: Break time, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

2 drop-off locations: 65 Ng. 224 Lê Duẩn, 224 Đ. Lê Duẩn, Văn Miếu - Quốc Tử Giám, Hà Nội, Vietnam

Includes

  • Stories of locals during the war
  • Tour guide
  • Coffee or tea
  • Short taxi ride

Excludes

  • Tips (optional)
  • Personal expense

Important information

Meeting point

24 P. Chùa Vua, Phố Huế, Hai Bà Trưng, Hà Nội, Vietnam

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 3 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Traveler Reviews

5/5
based on 388 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.9/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Avinash
September 4, 2026

superb tour and very informative. The guide Dung and Daisy were really nice people and quite well informed

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Mike
August 31, 2026

Our guide Kien and his assistant was simply wonderful! Made us feel so welcome and shared stories with a very personal narrative with us things that we can only learn if you have someone bringing you around making history come alive! We will never look at buildings in Hanoi the same again!

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Alicia
August 28, 2026

I highly recommend this tour with Duong! He knows a lot about Hanoi’s history and, more importantly, he knows how to explain it in a really engaging way. We got to discover a different side of Hanoi, including its self-built architecture and how the city changed as a result of the war. A great way to see the city from a different perspective!

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Arsham
September 20, 2026

Our guide Dung is spectacular. She is very well spoken and you can tell she is passionate about her country and its history. The tour offered a glimpse of how the last couple of centuries have impacted the ordinary citizen, as well as how it shaped the country today. We also ended with a nice coffee on train street. If you are looking for a tour that is off the beaten path I recommend this one.

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Samuel
August 30, 2026

Kien was fantastic and incredibly knowledgeable. I highly recommend the tour to anyone. Specifically as an American curious about the Vietnamese side of history, this exceeded all expectations. His companion for the tour, Alle was an excellent conversationalist and added much to the tour. Thank you both very much!

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Joseph
August 30, 2026

Had an excellent time on this tour with Kien. I was fortunate enough to be the only person on the tour so Kien was able to tailor the tour to my interests and prior knowledge. It was like speaking to an old friend and an extremely valuable insight in to the minds of how Vietnamese people of all ages think and feel about thier history and what people think will be the next steps for Vietnam. Would recommend it to anyone

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Mandi
August 9, 2026

This was an amazing story telling experience and our guide Kien was the best guide I've ever experienced. he was knowledgeable, friendly and very intelligent. This tour was very informational and super easy. A lovely way to get to know Vietnam. I would do it again. Highly recommend.

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kirsten
August 2, 2026

It was something completly differerent, learned a lot.

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Karen
July 21, 2026

My guide was amazing and so full off information love it

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Nicola
July 13, 2026

Very interesting and informative. I particularly liked the tour around the streets. If you are a history buff like me, then you might want to go back and visit the prison again to read and listen to the stories/videos/ paraphernalia provided by the Prison museum, as there was not enough time to do it all in one visit. I’m glad I went and would recommend.

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David
August 20, 2026

Kien was an amazing tour guide and I highly recommend him and the tour if ever visiting Hanoi. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Vietnam and Hanoi and provided a worldly perspective on the topic. Very friendly and easy to talk to, got to know a few hidden gems I would’ve never known about if it weren’t for him. 10/10, 5 stars, high five, would do again!

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Rebecca
July 14, 2026

This tour ably led by Dung was a great way to start your time in Hanoi, providing an overview of Vietnam's history and learning about local life in less trodden areas of Hanoi. Also got to taste my first egg coffee!

Frequently Asked Questions

24 P. Chùa Vua, Phố Huế, Hai Bà Trưng, Hà Nội, Vietnam
The price does not cover tips (optional) and personal expense. 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.
Stories of locals during the war, Tour guide, Coffee or tea, Short taxi ride
The duration of the Vietnam War: Uncovering Hanoi's Untold Stories by Local Operator is typically 3 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.
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