--- title: Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour with Student Guide lang: en type: tour city: Hanoi country: Vietnam price: 5 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 659 duration_minutes: 180 duration_max_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 18 of 27 (Walking Tours & Old Quarter) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-old-quarter-private-walking-tour-with-student-guide/ --- # Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour with Student Guide In our comparison: #18 of 27 in Walking Tours & Old Quarter, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Leading by local students who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and love for Hanoi with visitors, you will walk through the narrow streets of the Old Quarter as your guide take you on a journey through time, sharing stories of the city's past and present. You will have the opportunity to visit historical landmarks such as the Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, as well as explore the local markets and shops. Your guide will also introduce you to traditional Vietnamese cuisine, recommending the best street food and local restaurants. By choosing our tour, not only will you have a memorable and personalized experience, but you will also be supporting the education and future of our local students. NOTE: - Please be noted that no tank tops and/or shorts (above the knee) when entering spiritual attractions such as pagodas, temples, The Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Complex, etc. - Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum opening time: only morning from 7:30am – 11am ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - 8 start times: between 08:00 and 16:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €5 per group/vehicle - Duration: 3h–4h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 659 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Hanoi Private Tour Guide - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 10:30, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.94 from 659 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 653 of 659. - 5 stars: 631 (96%) - 4 stars: 22 (3%) - 3 stars: 4 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (0%) ## What's included - Free Hotel pickup (Hanoi Old Quarter only) - Our email confirmation to guarantee your tour'll take place (you must leave your email) - Free private tour guide - Free Hotel drop-off (Hanoi Old Quarter only) ## Not included - Transport ## Itinerary 1. **Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)** (1h) - Our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or meeting point then we will start our Hanoi Old Quarter Walking Tour. The first destination of the tour will stop by Hoan Kiem Lake, considered the heart of Hanoi. You can observe many locals interesting activities such as... 2. **Ancient House** (30m) - Then, we head to Ancient House. Situated at a tranquil street near Silver Street, Ancient House appeals plenty of tourists by its ancient but sophisticated charm of a Vietnamese traditional house. 3. **Kim Ngan Temple** (30m) - The Hanoitimes - Kim Ngan communal house (No. 42 Hang Bac, Hanoi) is an old architectural and religious structure built during the Le dynasty. In mid 2011, Kim Ngan communal house became a cultural and performing arts venue when it was chosen as a meeting place for lovers of... 4. **Thang Long Water Puppet** (1h 10m) - is a final site we will visit. Traditional legends and historical tales are among the enchanting puppet plays performed at this popular theatre. Open Hours: 3pm-8pm (daily) Price: 100,000 - 200,000 (depend on your seat) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 10:30, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 - 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. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €5 | €3 | | 4 | €5 | €1 | | 6 | €5 | €1 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Walking Tours & Old Quarter start at €5 per person. ## Compared with other Walking Tours & Old Quarter | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #18 of 27** | €5 per group | 3h–4h | 4.94 (659) | private | | [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 | | [Hanoi City Tour : Hanoi Highlights and Hidden Gems](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-city-tour-hanoi-highlights-and-hidden-gems/?format=md) | €44 | 4h 30m | 4.99 (149) | shared | Ranked #18 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. 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