Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options worth booking?
Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options is a 4-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $30 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Discover the charm of Hanoi with this unique city tour that combines cultural highlights and local experiences. Visit the colorful Incense Village, witness the iconic Train Street, and explore landmarks such as Hoa Lo Prison, the Temple of Literature, Tran Quoc Pagoda, and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Available as a half-day or full-day option, this tour is the perfect way to capture the spirit, history, and traditions of Vietnam’s capital.
What you get
- Entrance feed for sightseeing as program
- Experienced & knowledged English Guide
- See Train Street & Incense Village (FOR Morning & Fulll Day Tour)
- A cup of Egg coffee/person (For AFTERNOON & Full Day Tour)
- See highlights of Hanoi City (FOR AFTERNOON & Full day Tour)
- A bottle of water / person (FOR ALL OPTIONS)
About this experience
Discover the charm of Hanoi with this unique city tour that combines cultural highlights and local experiences. Visit the colorful Incense Village, witness the iconic Train Street, and explore landmarks such as Hoa Lo Prison, the Temple of Literature, Tran Quoc Pagoda, and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Available as a half-day or full-day option, this tour is the perfect way to capture the spirit, history, and traditions of Vietnam’s capital.
What's included
Included
- Entrance feed for sightseeing as program
- Experienced & knowledged English Guide
- See Train Street & Incense Village (FOR Morning & Fulll Day Tour)
- A cup of Egg coffee/person (For AFTERNOON & Full Day Tour)
- See highlights of Hanoi City (FOR AFTERNOON & Full day Tour)
- A bottle of water / person (FOR ALL OPTIONS)
- Lunch wit Banh Mi & Bun Cha (FOR Morning & Fulll Day Tour)
- Limousine/Minivan/Bus pick up/drop off at hotels in Old Quarter Only
Not included
- Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips
What you'll see and do
Old Quarter
INTHE MORNING : Between 07h15 am to 07h30 am: We will pick up guests at hotels/stays around Hanoi Old Quarter Area, our guide will come to your hotel lobby and check your name at receptionlist then transfer to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village about 1,5 hours drive.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Begin your adventure at Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, where the vibrant sight of incense sticks drying in the sun creates a unique and picturesque setting. Discover the traditional craftsmanship behind incense making, a significant aspect of Vietnamese culture and spirituality. Note: If it rains you cannot see the incense so you will visit Bat Trang pottery village (45 minutes driving) instead with a pottery workshop where the artisans produce ceramics products for domestic use and exporting. You also practice making 1 sample with the instructor.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Hanoi Train Street
Before 11:30 am, you will be at Train Street to get ready for taking photos/videos of the train coming back to Hanoi Railway station. This is the most expected part of the trip. Then you have lunch there. NOTE: If you join a half-day MORNING tour, the tour guide says goodbye to you at the hotel.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Hoa Lo Prison
IN THE AFTERNOON: After lunch, we continute visitting Hoa Lo Prison which originally used by the French colonists in 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.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Literature & National University
Then Temple of Literature - the first university of Vietnam in The 10th Century, learn more about Confucianism and Viet Nam traditional education with Khue Van Pavilion and Doctor Stelas on turtle's back
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Next we keep going to visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (visit the outside of the mausoleum), Ba Dinh Square where president Ho Chi Minh declared Independence of Vietnam on September 2nd, 1945.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Chua Tran Quoc
We visit Tran Quoc Pagoda the oldest pagoga located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake. At about 1400 years old, Tran Quoc Pagoda is Hanoi’s oldest temple. It sits on the tiny Golden Fish Island on West Lake (Ho Tay), joined to the lake banks by a causeway. Then the tour will ends with special Egg coffee that you have never tried before
90 minutes here · Admission included
Old Quarter
17:30 Dropping you off at your hotel in Old Quarter Area or meeting point. Trip ends.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
If you stay outside of OlD QUARTER AREA, Please come to Hanoi Opera House for pick up point
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Ends at
If you stay outside of OlD QUARTER AREA, Please come to Hanoi Opera House for pick up point
Options you can book
Combo Full-day Tour/07:15
Join Full-day Combo Tour: You will visit Incense Village, Train Street, Hoa Lo Prison, Temple of Literature, Tran Quoc pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Pick Up Old Quarter Area Only Limousine Fuso Roundtrip: Pick Up and Drop Offf by Limousine Fuso Duration: 8 hours: Starts from 07h15 am - 07h30 am to Finishs at 17h30 pm Have Lunch At Train Street Included Egg Coffee /Person Pickup included
Half-day Afternoon Tour/12:00
Join Half-day Afternoon Tour: FOR AFTERNOON TOUR: You will visit Hoa Lo Prison, Temple of Literature, Tran Quoc pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Pick Up Old Quarter Area Only Limousine Fuso Roundtrip: Pick Up and Drop Offf by Limousine Fuso Duration: 4 hours: Starts from 12h30 pm to Finishs at 17h30 pm Included Egg Coffee/ person Not Included Lunch Meal Pickup included
Half-day Morning Tour/07:15
Pick Up Old Quarter Area Only Limousine Fuso Roundtrip: Pick Up and Drop Offf by Limousine Fuso Join Half-day Morning Tour: FOR MORNING TOUR: You will visit Quang Phu Cau Incense Village and Train Street Duration: 4 hours: Starts from 07h15 am - 07h30 am to Finishs at 12h30 pm Have Lunch at Train Street Pickup included
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 17 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- LOCAL TOURS VIETNAM
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The experience as is...
The experience as is described. Our tour guide Kenny paced the morning perfectly to see the incense village, take photos and then have a traditional Vietnamese lunch while watching the train go by. Great value for the cost!
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the Hanoi City Tour Highlight, Train Street Combine Incense Village Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong
via Viator
Amazing tour!
The tour is amazing value. We paid $132 for two people. There was a pick up from our hotel in Old Quater in Hanoi, transfer to the sleeping bus, lunch on arrival in Sapa. Check-in to a really great hotel, it totally exceeded our expectations. Trekking to Cat Cat village that afternoon. One night stay at hotel. And a great trekking next day.... we were incredibly lucky with the weather. It was gorgeous. The scenery was breathtaking. We are so happy we did this. We were ready for rain and cold but it was sunny and hiked in t-shirts! Our guide, Soa, spoke excellent English. She was knowledgeable and well organized. Also very good at letting us know how long we had to wander around to take photos and explore, and where our meeting points would be. The meals at hotel were delicious. And we went back to Hanoi by sleeping bus, and drop near our hotel. A note about the local village women who sell handmade souvenirs: one in particular accompanied our small group with our guide and she was helpful in getting us through more challenging parts of the path, she was friendly and talkative. It was my pleasure to purchase some souvenirs from her. I love the handmade colourful bracelets. Although other ladies would like to sell their stuff too.... I couldn’t afford to buy from everyone. So I suggest get a few bracelets from a few different ladies. And buy something a bit more substantial (I got an embroidered pouch) from the woman who was assisting in the trek. We also gave a tip to our guide at the end of our tour.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your review! We love the way you describe the trip in details. Sapa is beautiful and local people are nice. And you are amazing customers. Our simply words cannot tell all our happiness that you enjoyed the trip. Thanks again and see you again! Best regard, Lương
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $63
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by LOCAL TOURS VIETNAM, who run 219 experiences we rank across 11 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.2.
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Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options cost?
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Prices start at $30 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 Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options?
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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 Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options?
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Around 1 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options 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 Ha Giang Loop 3-Day Small Group - from Hanoi, (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR, Incense Village Quang Phu Cau, Hat Village and Hanoi City Tour. 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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What is included in Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options?
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Included: Entrance feed for sightseeing as program; Experienced & knowledged English Guide; See Train Street & Incense Village (FOR Morning & Fulll Day Tour); A cup of Egg coffee/person (For AFTERNOON & Full Day Tour); and See highlights of Hanoi City (FOR AFTERNOON & Full day Tour). Not included: Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 818 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hanoi. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Hanoi Highlights Tour with Incense Village and Lunch Options?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Combo Full-day Tour/07:15, Half-day Afternoon Tour/12:00, Half-day Morning Tour/07:15. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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