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Private Hanoi Shore Excursion with Puppet Show from the port

Activity Duration (10 hours)
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Private Hanoi Shore Excursion with Puppet Show from the port
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Overview

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Join us for a private shore excursion in Hanoi, featuring a traditional puppet show from the port.

What you'll do

Leave the controlled world of your cruise ship behind and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and culture of Vietnam's vibrant capital city on this shore excursion. While Hanoi can be chaotic and overwhelming on your own, a private tour allows you to take it all in without worrying about navigating the busy streets and foreign culture. Plus, a cyclo ride is the easiest way to see the Old Quarter.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
  • Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.Ha Long
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

  • Round trip transportation in private a/c.
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Drinking water & cold tissue on vehicle.
  • Gov’t tax and service charge.
  • Port permit and tour permit from the local authority
  • Entry/Admission - Temple of Literature & National University
  • Entry/Admission - Old Quarter
  • Entry/Admission - Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
  • Entry/Admission - Chua Tran Quoc
  • Entry/Admission - Hoa Lo Prison

What is not included?

  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Lunch

Additional Information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Meet your host

MC
Ms Nguyen Premium Cruise
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Host since 2025

Itinerary

Hanoi Private Sightseeing Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Private Hanoi Shore Excursion with Puppet Show from the port in Hanoi, Vietnam. This private sightseeing tours experience includes 6 stops over 1 day. Duration: 10 hours. Activity level: Moderate.

No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Hanoi
1

Hanoi

Stop: 2 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Hanoi

Your tour guide will pick you up at Cai Lan/Halong port and drive 130km (around 1.5 hours) to Hanoi through beautiful countryside of the Red River. See local Vietnamese farmers working in the lush fields. About 10:30, you will be in Hanoi capital city with elegant colonial mansions and villas sourrounded by lakes, parks and tree-lined boulevards.Read moreMore about Hanoi

2

Temple of Literature & National University

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Temple of Literature & National University

Your Hanoi tour is followed with the remarkable Temple of Literature built in 1070 as Vietnam's first university. Have Lunch at local restaurantRead moreMore about Temple of Literature & National University

3

Old Quarter

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Old Quarter
  • most amazing part of the city to experience the local daily life and culture is the Old Quarter well-known 36 commercial streets. Take cyclo tour around for amazing experience. Also your tour guide will take you to see local houses in small lane where vehicles can not reach. You will learn the "Real Vietnam".
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4

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Then, visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from outside and most famous One Pillar Pagoda built in 1049 with lotus flower disign.Read moreMore about Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

5

Chua Tran Quoc

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Chua Tran Quoc

Another must-see destination for Hanoi city tour is the charming pagoda called Chua Tran Quoc - located on an island in the most beautiful West lake.Read moreMore about Chua Tran Quoc

6

Hoa Lo Prison

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Hoa Lo Prison

Hoa Lo prison well-known as Hanoi Hilton Hotel will be the last visit. Here you will learn the unforgettable history of VietnamRead moreMore about Hoa Lo Prison

This concludes the tour.

You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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