

West Lake (Ho Tay) Tours and Tickets
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Free admission
West Lake (Ho Tay), the largest freshwater lake in Hanoi, provides a tranquil escape from the chaos of Vietnam’s capital. Lakeside cafés offer gorgeous views; historic attractions such as the Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple provide insight into Vietnam’s past; and 5-star hotels offer fine dining and luxury accommodation.
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Hanoi Jeep Tours: Food+ Culture + Sight + Fun in Vietnam Army Legendary Jeep
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Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of Hanoi in a unique way as you explore the city in a Soviet-era GAZ-69 jeep. See a mix of city highlights and hidden gems in the capital of Vietnam and learn about the country’s history from your guide. Choose from morning, afternoon, or evening tours and enjoy a delicious street food meal and drink at a rooftop bar included in your package.
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Hanoi Motorbike Tours Led By Women: Hanoi City Insight Motorbike Tours
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Discover the best of Hanoi like a local during this small-group motorbike tour. Zip through the busy streets with your tour guide and see key landmarks like Old Quarter, the Long Bien Bridge, the Hanoi Opera House, and the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Learn about the history and culture of Vietnam from your tour guide and enjoy a delicious lunch and coffee at local establishments.
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Vespa Tours Hanoi - Hanoi Vintage Vespa Tour City
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Explore a different side of Hanoi and learn about life away from the tourist hotspots on this small-group tour through the city’s neighborhoods and backstreets. Instead of a stuffy tour bus, drive around Hanoi on the back of a nifty scooter. See unique sights like the Huu Tiep Lake and the city’s infamous ‘train street’, and learn about the city’s history from the perspective of its residents during a visit to the home of a Vietnam War veteran and his family.
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Jeep Tour Hanoi Fun Drive 2.5 hrs
We don't sell just a tour. We sell the satisfaction.
Hanoi Fun Drive on a Jeep gives you a glance view of our charming capital city. You will be picked up at the hotel and take a short drive to the Opera House for group photography. Begin the excursion by a drive pass the narrow and bustling streets of the Old Quarter where you will see a lot of shops in one street just offer one unique goods. Get inside the French Quarter when you drive along some of the most beautiful tree-lined avenues, hidden behind are the moss colonial buildings and villas. You also have a glimpse of the sites related to the December 1972 bombing of Hanoi: the B52 lake to see the body of US aircraft and the John McCain monument which now standing on the bank of the West lake. Admire the Guinness record mosaic wall before enjoy a cocktail in a rooftop bar, over looking to the Long Bien bridge and the Red river.
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$99.00
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Private Hanoi Motorbike Sightseeing and Food Tour
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Hanoi is much bigger than just the Old Quarter. Even though it’s the center of the capital, rich in history and culture, the Old Quarter is still just a small part of the city. Get on a motorbike, we will take you outside and show you areas that most travelers don’t get to see. It’s a different feeling on our motorbikes, going through some lesser known spots, cultural sites while our local Hanoian tour guides explain all about the history of the thousand-year-old city. Besides, you’ll also have the chance to taste some exquisite street food too!
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Motorbike Tours Hanoi - Hanoi Vintage Vespa Food Tours By Night
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Instead of taking a chance on the first restaurant you find, taste much more of what Hanoi has to offer on this after-dark tour for the hungry and the food-obsessed. Drive down Hanoi back-alleys on the back of a nimble scooter, visit well-hidden eateries and sample a range of Vietnamese delicacies. From banh cuon (steam-rolled cake) to egg coffee, devour a full dinner’s worth of food on this tour.
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Hanoi Motorbike Tours Led By Women: Hanoi Sunset Motorbike Tours
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Explore Hanoi on two wheels on this motorbike sightseeing tour. Following pickup at your Hanoi hotel, zoom through the streets as dusk falls—with helmets (and raincoats) included. Riding double with your guide at the controls, wind through alleyways and side-streets the cars and busses can’t reach. Discover top attractions like Hanoi Opera House, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and West Lake, and catch the sun setting on the horizon.
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Half Day: Bicycle Tours in Hanoi City
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Active travelers will love the chance to cycle around Hanoi city without the risk of getting lost or missing the best bits. You’ll cycle past many well-known central-city highlights–including Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, West Lake, and the Opera House–as well as places that you might miss when touring independently, such as back streets and local markets. This is a fun way to experience Hanoi close-up.
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Hanoi City Motorbike Tour By Locals
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Hanoi Happy Motorbike Tours
With this unique local experience, you'll be seeing the local lives on the back of the motorbike just like locals, waving around and zipping through all the chaos traffic. Beside our stops we plan, you can ask for stopping at anywhere you want during the tour, unlike other transports you might take.
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Hanoi City Sightseeing and Street Food Tour
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Kick off your Hanoi stay with a half-day motorbike tour of the city. Sit bak and relax as local drivers transport you through the main streets and back alleys of this Vietnamese destination. Cruise past iconic landmarks, sample local cuisine and choose from one of three tour options to meet your interests and needs. This is the perfect way to get acclimated to the city and begin to explore with the wind in your hair!
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Half-Day Hanoi Private City Tour
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See major attractions in the capital city of Hanoi on a private 3.5-hour tour, departing in the morning or afternoon. Unlock Vietnam’s rich history at its cultural heart, heading to popular sights that include the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature and Quan Thanh Temple. Stroll to West Lake with a personal guide at your side and cast your gaze on picturesque Tran Quoc Pagoda before a visit to the Old Quarter.
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Hanoi Motorbike Tours Led By Women: 2 and a Half Hours Hanoi Motorbike Tours
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This half-day motorbike tour is designed for travelers who want to see Hanoi’s highlights in a brief amount of time. A dedicated driver-guide weaves each scooter through city streets and shares their enthusiasm about the sights, including Long Bien Bridge and West Lake. You request your departure time, for ultimate flexibility.
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️ Ha Long Bay Instagram Tour: Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive)
Our Halong Bay Tour will take you to the most Instagrammable and adventurous spots in Ha Long Bay all in one day. If you are looking for a little bit of culture, delicious food, and a ton of adventure paired with great photos then this is the tour for you.
This private, full-day tour will be fully packed with famous landmarks, secretly located spots, relaxing on the water and much much more! No need to worry about planning where to go, waiting for other people, paying for entrance fees or buying lunch. We got you covered as this tour is private and all-inclusive.
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Full Schedule
8:30 AM - Pick up at your hotel
11:00 AM - Visit Poem Mountain
12:30 PM - Lunch Time!
1:30 PM - Hop on a private boat to discover the bay
2:00 PM - Explore the Amazing Sung Sot Caves
2:30 PM - Discover Luon Cave on a Kayak
3:30 PM - Hike up the top of Titop Island or relax and swim on the island
5:45 PM - Travel back to your hotel
9:00 PM - Arrive back at your hotel
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$319.00
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$319.00
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Hanoi Sightseeing And Food Tour By Scooter
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This combination tour is a great way to see some of the city’s local highlights without having to worry about what you’re going to do for lunch or dinner afterwards. Instead of cramming into a crowded minivan, zip through the Hanoi streets on the back of a motorbike, seeing sights like the West Lake and the Dong Xuan Market. After that, follow your guide through the streets of the Old Quarter and sample a range of Vietnamese street food, more than enough for a meal.
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$46.16
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$46.16
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Hanoi Insight City Private Tour
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Explore the fascinating history and rich culture of Vietnam’s capital city on this all-day tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel by private vehicle to important sites like Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Hanoi Opera House, the Temple of Literature, and the notorious prison where United States Senator John McCain was held. Enjoy a rickshaw ride and a delicious lunch before returning to your hotel.
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$89.70
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$89.70
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Sunrise/Sunset Hanoi Motorbike Tours: Romance + Sight + Fun On Vintage Bike
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1. Exploring the Red river countryside
-Riding & watching sunset in the Red River Countryside and Long Bien bridge,
- Cruising along the off-roads and trails of the Red river farming villages
Immersing yourselves into the colorful and peaceful flower, vegetable and banana plantations.
2. Explore the parts-unknown of Hanoi
-Riding through the maze of zigzagging backstreet and narrow alleyways & markets.
-Diving into the rivers of motorbikes and Hanoi street symphony.
Travelling with all your senses heightened: Watching, Hearing, Touching, Tasting, Smelling…
3. Tick off the City’s Landmarks of Hannoi
- Zooming around the enchanting French Colonial Quarter, vibrant Hanoi Old Quater.
- Passing by the must-see highlights of Hanoi such as Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Presidential palace, Ba Dinh square, Temple of literature, Tran Quoc temple, West lake, Truc Bach lake, HoanKiem lake, Opera House, Saint Joseph cathedral and train tracks.
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$41.00
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Half Day Ha Noi Tour by E-bike
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Explore the highlights of Hanoi with ease on this guided half-day e-bike tour. Follow your guide as you cruise around the city, with stops at top attractions like West Lake, Banana Island, Long Bien Bridge, Thanh Ha Market, Hoan Kiem Lake, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and more. Includes a vegan buffet lunch at the end of the tour.
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$64.00
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Hanoi Motorbike Tours Led By Women: City +Countryside Full Day Motorbike Tours
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Explore Hanoi beyond the paths well-trod by other tourists on this full day sightseeing tour. Instead of dealing with the heat and crowds of a full tour bus, weave through the Hanoi traffic on the back of a motorcycle driven by your guide. See lesser-known local highlights and explore the Red River Delta countryside around the city, with your guide on hand to give you a personalized introduction to all these sights and sensations.
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$109.00
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Small-group motorbike sightseeing and food tour in Hanoi
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This is a whole new experience and different feeling on the back of motorbikes, going through some lesser known spots, cultural sites to understand the thousand-year-old city. The great street foods also are highlight and should not be missed.
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$48.21
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Hanoi Vespa After Dark vespa food tour
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Tour start every night 16:00 to 22:00 tour with beautifull vintage vespa and proffesional team will take you to see hanoi nighlife, and enjoy the most famous the traditional food in hanoi where you will try and eat Bun Cha Obama, and Nem, Pho Cuon, and many different dishes, our vintage vespa riders will take you through most beautiful street in hanoi for your get great picture,of hanoi night life, enjoy egg coffee, and fun at local life music bar with delicious drinks
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$85.90
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Hanoi Motorbike Tours Led By Women: Hanoi Sunrise Motorbike Tours
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Discover the hidden gems of Hanoi from a different perspective: go by motorbike on this sunrise tour. Rise early and watch the city come to life as you explore the winding streets of Hanoi. Visit iconic spots along the way: including Long Bien Bridge, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and West Lake. Experience life like a local with the freedom of riding by motorbike, with plenty of photo opportunities along the way. Try an authentic local breakfast and delicious egg coffee: a must-try for Hanoi.
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$79.00
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$79.00

Hanoi City Full-Day Tour
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Spend a day exploring Hanoi, Vietnam’s mesmerizing capital city. Learn about its history at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square and Presidential Palace with an informative guide. After lunch, get a glimpse of Vietnamese culture at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology or Bat Trang ceramic village, then see the Temple of Literature and Ngoc Son Temple. You have the option to add on a traditional water puppet show; round-trip hotel transport included.
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$38.00
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$38.00
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Special day in Hanoi by motorbike, jeep, walking, fun, culture, food, local life
✔️ ✔️ ✔️ HIGHLIGHT ✔️ ✔️ ✔️
✔️ Explore the parts-unknown of Hanoi:
Travelling with all your senses heightened: Watching, Hearing, Touching, Tasting, Smelling…
Experiencing the GOOD, the BAD and the WEIRD of the city as it is what it is.
✔️ Hanoi Classical Romance & City’s highlights
✔️ Hanoi Before & Now
✔️Hanoi Food Culture Experiences:
Savoring 7-10 food wonders of Hanoi
Eating at random street-side eateries & authentic local restaurants
Family’s heirloom foods and special delicacies
Unique egg coffee , Local moonshine, green tea, sugar cane juice, puddings and fresh local beer ( Bia Hoi)
✔️Explore the most attractive show in Hanoi
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Hanoi by Night Photo Tour
Explore the excitement of Hanoi in low-light, capturing the bustle of evening life around some of the city’s most characteristic corners and intriguing landmarks. While exploring the intriguing area around West Lake and Truc Bach after dark, you'll learn professional photography tips on all aspects of night shooting.
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$119.00
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