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HANOI CITY TOUR 1 DAY

Ho Chi Minh Complex Relic – One Pillar Pagoda – Temple of Literature – Museum of Ethnology – Cylco Tour

Founded since the 11^th century, Hanoi has been renowned as the one thousand years old capital city of Vietnam, save a century when Hue took the helm. Hanoi is the perfect mix between antiquity and modernity, between the past, the present and the future. This is what you’d call a true ‘melting pot’ of cultures and cuisines – relics of French colonialism are evident in everything from the food to the architecture. Whether it is art, history, museums or ancient pagodas, we’ll take you on a memorable tour that explores the famous Hanoi Then and Now where you can shop and learn about the history of family trade.

INCLUSION:

• Modern air-conditioned vehicles.
• English-speaking guide.
• Admission tickets as specified in the itinerary.
• Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner).
• Mineral water (02 bottles/pax/day).
• Travel insurance.
• Vietnamese taxes (Vat 10%)

EXCLUSION:

• Domestic and International flight tickets.
• Visa fee
• Personal expenses (laundry, minibar,…).
• Beverage & other meals not specified in the itinerary.
• Tip for tour guide and driver $…/pax/tour.
• We offer free pickup and drop-off from District 1, 3, and 5. Pickup/drop-off outside of this area and airport transfers are subject to extra charges.

DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 1: HANOI CITY                                                                          (L)

Morning: Picked up at your hotel and start off our one-day Hanoi city tour with Ho Chi Minh Complex which features the life of Ho Chi Minh, the nation’s founder.

• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: A must-go destination where the nation’s founder’s body is preserved.
• The colonial Presidential Palace: A part of the Ho Chi Minh complex relic, originally the French Governor Office and a fine example of French architecture in Hanoi.
• Ho Chi Minh Stilt House: Designed in the style of ethnic minority, where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked.
• The One Pillar Pagoda: Hanoi’s Iconic Landmark built in the 11th century in dedication to Buddha of Compassion and reminiscent of a lotus blossom rising from a pond.
• Temple of Literature: Known as the first university of Vietnam built in 1070 to honour Confucius, a system of ideology that has a big impact on Vietnamese scholars and society.

After lunch, proceed to visit:

• Museum of Ethnology: Designed by a member of the Tày ethic group, giving an excellent view of the history and culture of 54 ethnic groups living in Vietnam.

Then, take a cyclo tour through Hanoi’s downtown to sightsee:

• Old Quarter of 36 ancient streets: Ha Noi was once a collection of villages that eventually grew into quarters dedicated to particular crafts that have been handed down for centuries.
• Trang Tien Plaza shopping centre
• The colonial French-built Opera House: An elegant architectural landmark of Hanoi modelled after the Palais Garnier opera house in Paris.
• Visit an antique Vietnamese-style house at 87 Ma May Street: Preserved to introduce Hanoi’s ancient architecture and way of living and protect the history and cultural value.

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** The order of the itinerary is subject to change due to weather or unexpected situations, however, the number of tourist attractions are maintained