--- title: "Hanoi City Tour : Hanoi Highlights and Hidden Gems" lang: en type: tour city: Hanoi country: Vietnam price: 44 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.99 reviews: 149 duration_minutes: 270 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 3 of 27 (Walking Tours & Old Quarter) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-city-tour-hanoi-highlights-and-hidden-gems/ --- # Hanoi City Tour : Hanoi Highlights and Hidden Gems In our comparison: #3 of 27 in Walking Tours & Old Quarter, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience the Best of Hanoi with the Half Day Hanoi City Tour to discover Hanoi Highlights & Hidden Gems. This exceptional Hanoi city tour provides an opportunity to delve into the historical city, immerse in its captivating culture, and uncover its hidden treasures. By choosing our small group tour in a comfortable and luxurious minivan, you can enhance your experience by avoiding wasted time waiting for others and dealing with crowds. It’s also a great opportunity to meet new people and embark on a delightful journey together. Discover the must-see sights in Hanoi, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, French Quarter, Old Quarter, Long Bien Bridge, Westlake, and the famous Hanoi Train Street. Uncover the lesser-known treasures of Hanoi by venturing through its labyrinth of narrow alleyways and immersing yourself in the daily lives of locals. Embark on an authentic Hanoi experience that showcases the city’s unique blend of the good & the bad. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 07:30, 12:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €44 per person - Duration: 4h 30m - Rating: 4.99/5 from 149 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Hanoi Backstreet Tours - REAL - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 07:30, 12:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.99 from 149 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 148 of 149. - 5 stars: 148 (99%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Afternoon Tour | €44 / person | English | Luxury Car Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes Limousine or Luxury Car Pickup included | | Morning Tours | €44 / person | English | Luxury Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes Limousine Pickup included | ## What's included - Pick up and drop off at HIDDEN GEM CAFE and Hotels in the Old Quarter - Limousine + Driver and Fuel - Tour Guide - All sightseeing tickets - drink water, local beer and egg coffee are included ## Not included - Tip for guide and driver ## Itinerary 1. **Temple of Literature & National University** (30m; admission included) - During this tour, you’ll have the chance to visit two of the most important landmarks in Hanoi and Vietnam. First, explore the 1000-year-old architecture at the Temple Of Literature, an iconic structure in Hanoi. 2. **Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum** (30m; admission included) - We visit the Mecca of Vietnam, the Ho Chi Minh complex, which includes the Mausoleum, the Ho Chi Minh Residential Area, the Presidential Palace, and the One Pillar Pagoda. This area is considered the Mecca of Vietnamese People, where millions of locals desire to pilgrimage... 3. **Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House** (10m; admission included) - visit the Mecca of Vietnam, the Ho Chi Minh complex, which includes the Mausoleum, the Ho Chi Minh Residential Area, the Presidential Palace, and the One Pillar Pagoda. This area is considered the Mecca of Vietnamese People, where millions of locals desire to pilgrimage once... 4. **One Pillar Pagoda** (15m; admission included) - visit the Mecca of Vietnam, the Ho Chi Minh complex, which includes the Mausoleum, the Ho Chi Minh Residential Area, the Presidential Palace, and the One Pillar Pagoda. This area is considered the Mecca of Vietnamese People, where millions of locals desire to pilgrimage once... 5. **West Lake** (pass by, no stop) - Along the way, we’ll drive past and tick off some famous must-see spots in the city like the Long Bien Bridge, the enchanting West Lake, and the beautiful French Opera House. 6. **Hanoi Opera House** (pass by, no stop) - Along the way, we’ll drive past and tick off some famous must-see spots in the city like the Long Bien Bridge, the enchanting West Lake, and the beautiful French Opera House. 7. **Long Bien Bridge** (15m) - We take you to Long Bien Bridge,one of the pride and inconic architecture in Hanoi for beautiful photos and great views of the beautiful green Oasis Red River countryside with peaceful and tranquil villages and farms under the bridge. 8. **Duờng Tau** (20m; admission included) - Especially, we take you to the famous Hanoi Train Street for photo oppotunity and witness the mesmerizing sight of trains passing by just inch away from your face . It creates cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Despite the famous TRAIN STREET of Hanoi recently has... 9. **Hai Ba Trung Temple** (1h) - We are NOT visiting Hai Ba Trung temple but we just indicate the area of Hanoi where we take you to and expose the hidden gems of Hanoi, like a living museum about the day in the life of Hanoi People. What sets this tour apart from other classic city tours is our dedication... 10. **We have special Egg Coffee of Hanoi at Hidden Gem Cafe, a green hub in the Ol...** (15m; admission included) - We have special Egg Coffee of Hanoi at Hidden Gem Cafe, a green hub in the Old Quarter. Like a recycling museum, a serene place in the hustling Old Quater Of Hanoi. Everything is creatively made from recycled materials. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:30, 12:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point If your hotel is not in our pick-up area, you can join us at our Meeting Point, HANOI BACKSTREET TOURS, at No.3B Hàng Tre, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi. For directions, please check out our Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yqgTcAj1kxt9joNo6. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Compared with other Walking Tours & Old Quarter | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 27** | €44 | 4h 30m | 4.99 (149) | shared | | [Hanoi Heritage Premium Daily Tour](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-heritage-premium-daily-tour/?format=md) | €46 | 8h | 4.98 (1695) | shared | | [Hanoi City Highlights Walking Tour – Landmarks & History](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-city-highlights-walking-tour-landmarks-history/?format=md) | €25 | 4h 30m | 4.97 (697) | shared | | [Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour in Vietnam](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/half-day-hanoi-old-quarter-private-walking-tour-in-vietnam/?format=md) | €5 | 4h | 4.98 (179) | private | Ranked #3 of 27 in Walking Tours & Old Quarter by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €5 to €1622, median €36; typical length 3h. 11 of 27 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/hanoi-walking-tours/?format=md ## More in Hanoi - All Hanoi tours: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-city-tour-hanoi-highlights-and-hidden-gems/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/?format=md