Hanoi, Vietnam

  • Woman at vibrant outdoor market stall

At the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter lies a labyrinth of narrow streets that have been shaped by centuries of commerce. Amid the bustle, a pattern of trade emerges from the street names, each dedicated to the products that have been created and sold here throughout its history. Shops and markets offering a range of wares from silver and silk to baskets and cotton stand alongside the street-food vendors that Vietnam is known for. Among the local specialties is Hanoi’s distinctive egg coffee, topped with a rich mixture of whipped egg yolk and condensed milk.

Shore Excursions

Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.

Cyclo riders in bustling Hanoi street

Hanoi Old City & Hanoi Hilton

Enjoy a leisurely ride by “green” electric car through the Old Quarter of Hanoi.

Included
Cyclo riders in bustling Hanoi street

Hanoi Old City & Hanoi Hilton

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes      

Explore the Heart of This Bustling District

Enjoy a leisurely ride by “green” electric car through the Old Quarter of Hanoi. In existence for more than a thousand years, this district remains one of Vietnam’s most lively and unusual places. See local life during a short drive around picturesque Sword Lake, then board your electric car for a panoramic sightseeing drive along the tree-lined boulevards and narrow lanes bordered by charming old homes. Pass iconic city landmarks, including the grand Hanoi Opera House. Visit the “Hanoi Hilton,” where American POWs were imprisoned during the Vietnam War. Explore the maze of back streets and discover endless mementos, from wool clothes and cosmetics to gold and silver jewelry. Hear stories about the Old Quarter, and learn why it has become the inspiration for numerous writers, poets and painters, and one of Hanoi’s most desired tourist destinations.

* Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
Ancient red pavilion in lush garden setting

Historic Hanoi

Get an excellent overview of Hanoi on this comprehensive full-day excursion.

Included
Ancient red pavilion in lush garden setting

Historic Hanoi

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes      

Vietnam’s 1,000-Year-Old Capital City

Get an excellent overview of Hanoi on this comprehensive full-day excursion. Begin with your guide at the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Complex, which includes the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the museum and the simple stilt house that was the leader’s dwelling from 1948 until his death. Continue to the iconic One Pillar Pagoda, an 11th-century monument rebuilt after the French destroyed it in 1954. Then, enjoy a stroll through the peaceful walled courtyards and graceful gateways of the Temple of Literature. After time for lunch on your own, pass colonial landmarks such as the magnificent Opera House and St. Joseph’s Cathedral on your way to the Museum of Ethnology, which chronicles the nation’s astonishing ethnic diversity. Cap your tour with a visit to Hoa Lo Prison, the notorious “Hanoi Hilton,” where American POWs were held captive during the Vietnam War.

* Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
Shore excursions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.