--- title: "Vietnam War: Uncovering Hanoi's Untold Stories" lang: en type: tour city: Hanoi country: Vietnam price: 34 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 37 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 11 of 27 (Walking Tours & Old Quarter) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/vietnam-war-uncovering-hanoi-s-untold-stories/ --- # Vietnam War: Uncovering Hanoi's Untold Stories In our comparison: #11 of 27 in Walking Tours & Old Quarter, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Hanoi during the Vietnam War: the dark side of its most famous monuments. Discover life under the planned economy, the fate(s) of the local people from both sides (the North and the South); and the story of the unification of Vietnam, a country once divided between the communist and anti-communist, on the brink of the COLD WAR. Our "stroll" will last about 2.5 hours, with a short taxi ride halfway through. The aim of my walk is to make you discover specific areas of Hanoi (far away from the tourist's eyes) in the light of aspects of our city's rich history that are rarely touched upon by guidebooks, with in-depth information (history buffs welcome) but in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. A conversation, rather than a lecture! Places we will visit: - Cho Gioi: historic black market - Kham Thiem: the B52 memorial - Hanoi Train Street community Note: 20% of the profit will be donated to the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin and Blue Dragon's Children Foundation. ## Before you book - Meeting point: This is the gate of a school named Doan… - Starts 09:00, 14:00: 2 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €34 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.97/5 from 37 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: OneTrip With Local - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 09:00, 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.97 from 37 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 37 of 37. - 5 stars: 36 (97%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Coffee and/or Tea - Air-conditioned transportation, including a 15 minute EV taxi ride to the Kham Thien B52 Memorial. ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Understand Before You Walk: The Story Starts Here** (30m) - We don't rush you out onto the streets. Our journey begins with a relaxed, sit-down conversation with your open-minded local expert. We take the time to set the stage, providing deep context about the Vietnam War so that every place you visit later has a powerful new meaning. 2. **At the Cho Gioi "black market," we uncover the hidden stories of the war's af...** (1h) - At the Cho Gioi "black market," we uncover the hidden stories of the war's aftermath. You'll learn how local ingenuity and a secret economy became a powerful story of survival during the difficult planned economy era, a side of history you won't find in guidebooks. 3. **The Kham Thien B52 Memorial commemorates one of the most devastating air raid...** (pass by, no stop) - The Kham Thien B52 Memorial commemorates one of the most devastating air raids of the Vietnam War. On the night of December 26, 1972, during Operation Linebacker II, B52 bombers struck Kham Thien Street, a densely populated residential area in Hanoi. The attack destroyed... 4. **Kham Thien B52 Memorial: More Than a Memorial - A Powerful Lesson from History** (15m) - We visit this memorial not just to remember the tragedy of the past, but to truly learn from it. This is a place to reflect on the powerful lessons history teaches us about resilience, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. 5. **Duờng Tau** (30m; admission included) - We visited this historic part of Hanoi to hear stories from veterans and learn about the lives of the local people. It's a great place to rest after learning a lot about history and the war. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 14:00 - 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. ## Meeting point This is the gate of a school named Doan Ket school Ends: You can easily walk back to the Old Quarter ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - 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 · #11 of 27** | €34 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (37) | 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 | | [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 #11 of 27 in Walking Tours & Old Quarter by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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