Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port
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Is Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port worth booking?
Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port is a 9-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $55 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (19)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $55 per person
Hanoi City is Capital of Vietnam, a destination for famous landscapes in Vietnam, the center of culture, economy, education, politics of Vietnam, to Visit Hanoi one day you will have moments of discovery. Along with the
What you get
- Private Transfer and Driver
- Private and Flexibility Tour
- Vietnamese Traditional Lunch
- Cruise Port pickup and drop-off
- Bottled Water and Tissues
- Professional Private Tour Guide
About this experience
Hanoi City is Capital of Vietnam, a destination for famous landscapes in Vietnam, the center of culture, economy, education, politics of Vietnam, to Visit Hanoi one day you will have moments of discovery. Along with the many thousand years of civilization, with many ancient and modern works, with unique sidewalk cultural experiences, the special historical sites will all make you a trip. Hanoi memorable tour. Especially not only experience the identity of 36 bustling streets, beautiful roads but also have moments of experiencing the enjoyment of the national culture through the museum and sightseeing: Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square – Hoàn Kiếm Lake, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, The Flag Tower of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Quan Thanh Temple, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Cua Bac Church, The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, The Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison Relic, Museum of Vietnamese Women, Hanoi Opera House, Hanoi Post Office.
What's included
Included
- Private Transfer and Driver
- Private and Flexibility Tour
- Vietnamese Traditional Lunch
- Cruise Port pickup and drop-off
- Bottled Water and Tissues
- Professional Private Tour Guide
- All Ticket Entrances and Fees
Not included
- Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
The President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a mausoleum which serves as the resting place of Vietnamese Revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh in Hanoi, Vietnam. It is a large building located in the center of Ba Dinh Square, where Ho, Chairman of the Workers' Party of Vietnam from 1951 until his death in 1969, read the Declaration of Independence on 2 September 1945, establishing the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. It is also known as Ba Đình Mausoleum and is open to the public.
45 minutes here · Admission included
One Pillar Pagoda
The One Pillar Pagoda is a historic Buddhist temple in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is regarded alongside the Perfume Temple, as one of Vietnam's two most iconic temples.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Chua Tran Quoc
The Tran Quoc Pagoda in Hanoi is the oldest pagoda in the city, originally constructed in the sixth century during the reign of Emperor Ly Nam De (from 544 until 548), thus giving it an age of more than 1,450 years. When founded the temple was named Khai Quoc (National Founding) and was sited on the shores of the Red River, outside of the Yen Phu Dyke. When confronted with the river's encroachment, the temple was relocated in 1615 to Kim Ngu (Golden Fish) islet of Ho Tay (West Lake) where it is now situated. A small causeway links it to the mainland.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Old Quarter
The Old Quarter is the name commonly given to the historical civic urban core of Hanoi, located outside the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long. This quarter used to be the residential, manufacturing and commercial center, where each street was specialized in one specific type of manufacturing or commerce. Another common name referring to approximately the same area is the 36 streets, after the 36 streets or guilds that used to make up the urban area of the city.
45 minutes here
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
The royal enclosure was first built during the Ly dynasty (1010) and subsequently expanded by the Tran, Le and finally the Nguyen dynasty. It remained the seat of the Vietnamese court until 1810, when the Nguyen dynasty chose to move the capital to Hue. The ruins roughly coincide with the Hanoi Citadel today. The royal palaces and most of the structures in Thăng Long were in varying states of disrepair by the late 19th century with the upheaval of the French conquest of Hanoi. By the 20th century many of the remaining structures were torn down. Only in the 21st century are the ruin foundations of Thang Long Imperial City systematically excavated. In mid-1945 the Citadel was used by the Imperial Japanese Army to imprison over 4000 French colonial soldiers captured during the Japanese coup d'état in French Indochina in March 1945. The central sector of the imperial citadel was listed in UNESCO's World Heritage Site on July 31, 2010 at its session in Brazil, as "The Central Sector of the Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long – Hanoi”.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Hoan Kiem Walking Street
Hoan Kiem Lake, meaning "Lake of the Returned Sword" or "Lake of the Restored Sword"), also known as Hồ Gươm (Sword Lake), is a fresh water lake, measuring some 12 ha in the historical center of Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. In the past, the lake was variously name "Luc Thuy Lake", meaning "Green Water Lake" - aptly named for the water's color) or "Thuy Quan Lake", meaning "Mariner's Lake". The lake is one of the major scenic spots in the city and serves as a focal point for its public life.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Hoa Lo Prison
Hoa Lo Prison was a prison used by the French colonists in French Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period it was known to American POWs as the Hanoi Hilton. The prison was demolished during the 1990s, although the gatehouse remains as a museum.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Maximus Travel Vietnam
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
19 verified traveler reviews for Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent day
Excellent tour. Long journey from ship to HanOi but well worth it. Dani was excellent and made sure we saw Train Street which was unbelievable. He knew all the best restaurants and bars too. Great day to explore the city.
via Viator
Hanoi in a day
We paid $110 CAN each for our group of 6 to have our own private driver/ car/ guide and tour of Hanoi from Halong cruise port (about 2 hours away). Yes, the drive is long but our guide gave interesting information about Vietnam along the way. We booked the tour (and 3 others) directly with Maximus Travel Vietnam. This company and Mr. Thu Ho, our contact, responds quickly and comprehensively to messages sent through TripAdvisor or private email. A few days prior to our tour, they gave us our guide's name, Dani, and his WhatsApp phone number. On the day prior and on arrival day, we received messages from Dani on WhatsApp and he was waiting for us right on time with a large, new condition nice mini-shuttle. On the way into the city, we stopped at a Pearl factory and got to witness how pearls are seeded and harvested. Also a bathroom break. A walk through the store but no pressure to buy. For the sites, he gave some basic information, focussed on the history and gave some commentary on the political climate past and present. The Ho Chi Minh mausoleum was closed during our visit but we did walk the area and see the outside. We skipped a few of the temples that could have been seen, by our request, but did see the famous Turtle Pagoda in the city park. One highlight was Train Street where Dani got us into a small shop to sit with a drink and watch the train travel directly in front of us and the stores. Less than a foot away. We saw the specialty street of the Old Quarter such as book street - all book stores. Lunch was great and local.Dani was a great guide, friendly and knowledgeable. Overall we were very pleased and had a great experience - hard to beat for the price and a private experience where you can do everything at your own pace.
via Tripadvisor
The tour operator was...
The tour operator was great to work with and I would recommend the company. I didn't think our particular guide was right for, the company took care of it.
via Viator
Great experience
It was a full day of discovering this exciting city. We had a great time Great tour guide We enjoyed every money of it
via Viator
Hanoi in a day shore excursion was excellent!
Our shore excursion to see Hanoi in a day was excellent. We had a great tour guide and a very reliable driver in a very nice vehicle. Hanoi is far from Halong Bay so you have to account for the distance and the traffic. This tour did just that going there and back. Once in Hanoi, our tour guide Tam educated and showed us to all the main sites such as train street and the old quarter. We had a terrific Pho lunch! Everything was on point t and we really enjoyed our tour which I highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $55 to $165
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 68
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port cost?
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Prices start at $55 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 19 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Amazing Private Hanoi City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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