Hanoi in a day from Halong city
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Hanoi in a day from Halong city is a 8-hour experience in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, from $5 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $5 per person
This tour is flexible from 9 to 12 hours duration. Various start time. Hanoi is 100 miles away from Halong city. Avoid 4 hours each way bus tour. We specially use the Highway #5B and it takes only 2 hours to get to Hanoi
What you get
- Professional English speaking guide (Other language: Book Tour + Book Language Surcharge Option)
- Port Of Call option: Inclusive Port pass for driver to pick up at your foot cruise
- Start From Our Meeting Point Option: You need to get to our Check-in Counter at port Admin building
- All local taxes, entry tickets to places in Hanoi - We tailor-make to your desire and request
- Lunch: Optional 2 hours walking Hanoi food tour OR at TOP restaurant in Hanoi + Rickshaw tour 1 hour
- Port fee for driver to pick up - drop off at your cruise foot if you book PORT OF CALL option
About this experience
This tour is flexible from 9 to 12 hours duration. Various start time. Hanoi is 100 miles away from Halong city. Avoid 4 hours each way bus tour. We specially use the Highway #5B and it takes only 2 hours to get to Hanoi and you will have more time enjoying our city. Customers can customize the tour to their desire: Guide language; places to visit and especially a local food tour for lunch with authentic local food experience OR in a Top restaurant with themed Vietnamese food menu.
What's included
Included
- Professional English speaking guide (Other language: Book Tour + Book Language Surcharge Option)
- Port Of Call option: Inclusive Port pass for driver to pick up at your foot cruise
- Start From Our Meeting Point Option: You need to get to our Check-in Counter at port Admin building
- All local taxes, entry tickets to places in Hanoi - We tailor-make to your desire and request
- Lunch: Optional 2 hours walking Hanoi food tour OR at TOP restaurant in Hanoi + Rickshaw tour 1 hour
- Port fee for driver to pick up - drop off at your cruise foot if you book PORT OF CALL option
- Private air-conditionered vehicle Halong - Hanoi - city tour - Halong
Not included
- Tips. drinks and other personal expenditures
- Guide other language surcharge: YOU NEED TO BOOK GUIDE SURCHARGE OPTION following your Language
What you'll see and do
Pick up in Halong city with Private vehicle at our meet point OR for All Inclusive option our driver has your name on the card at the foot of your cruise. For tour starts from the hotel in Halong city, our driver finds you with the name at the reception.
120 minutes here
Hanoi Opera House
Private driver takes you to Hanoi after 2 hours drive, Our Hanoi private guide greets and meet you at Hanoi Opera House for the start point.
3 minutes here
Duờng Tau
A short stop at Hanoi train street for a glimpse of Vietnam famous railways system.
10 minutes here
Temple of Literature & National University
The 1st university of Vietnam from 1000 years ago
55 minutes here · Admission included
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
We queue up to visit our father of Vietnam - The one who gave birth to Vietnam nation in 1945.
25 minutes here · Admission included
Ba Dinh Square
Visit the place where Ho Chi Minh read the declaration to give birth the nation in 1945. Opposite to Congress House and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.
3 minutes here · Admission included
One Pillar Pagoda
Unique pagoda in the middle of the lake looks like a lotus flower. It was built from 11th century
20 minutes here · Admission included
Hoa Lo Prison
Place Vietnam kept American pilots during the War. From here we start the drive back to Halong city/port
50 minutes here · Admission included
Old Quarter
Have a lunch in a Fine Vietnamese Food Restaurant in City Center + Rickshaw tour (2 hours) OR Enjoy the food tour around the Old town of Hanoi as below: Start our walking tour to the main stops are at the most Only-One-Dish-famous shops or restaurants owned by families who have been making certain famous traditional dishes for years. These experience will come one after one during the walking tour in this Hanoi National Heritage area. We will not only bring you the real local Hanoi dishes but also show the special way of enjoying them as parts of the daily culinary life in Hanoian. The journey will get you down to the local markets to learn about Vietnamese cooking and eating habits. This industrialized haste and busy life creates a lot of fast foods. Hanoians are lucky to be able to eat delicious home-cooked meals in a busy city at any time! The walking takes you to smaller walkways which you would not normally enter. It is time we find "A City Inside A City".
120 minutes here · Admission included
Egg coffee or a local coffee of Vietnam. Enjoy the Old Quarter in style
30 minutes here · Admission included
Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Center of Hanoi city. Guide's goodbye,
30 minutes here · Admission included
Bai Chay
Our driver takes you back to your Halong city port/Location. End of the day tour following your wished time
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Change Spanish Or Germans
Spanish or German speaking: Spanish or German speaking guide surcharge per GROUP from default English speaking guide Surchage: When you booked a default tour with English you also book this option to change to Spanish or German Pickup included
Start from Port Meeting point
Change from English speaking?: Change from English speaking? - Book also the Surcharge option following your desired speaking guide. Come to our place at port: We will send direction to get to our meet point for the tour start. We donot need to buy port pass for this option. Duration: 10 hours: Flexible duration from 9 to 12 hours tour duration depending on your request and cruise time Tailored Made: You can choose a 2 hours Local Food tour in Old town OR a Lunch at a Fine restaurant + Cylclo (Richshaw) tour around Old town Spacious vehicle: 1-3 persons: SUV 8 seats. from 4: 16 seats spacious van All runs in a Highway. No stop Pickup included
All Inclusive Private Tour
Change from English speaking? : Change from English speaking? - Book also the Surcharge option following your desired speaking guide. Premium: Pick up at the foot of your cruise. Our driver holding a card with your name on it at the very first steps from your cruise. Duration: 10 hours: Flexible duration from 9 to 12 hours tour duration depending on your request and cruise time Tailored Made: You can choose a 2 hours Local Food tour in Old town OR a Lunch at a Fine restaurant + Cylclo (Richshaw) tour around Old town Spacious vehicle: 1-3 persons: SUV 8 seats. from 4: 16 seats spacious van All runs in a Highway. No stop Pickup included
CHANGE CHINESE OR FRENCH
Chinese or French speaking: Chinese or French speaking guide surcharge per GROUP from default English speaking guide Surchage: When you booked a default tour with English you also book this option to change to Chinese or French Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, cmn, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Asia Pearl Travel Day Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $5 to $305
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hanoi in a day from Halong city: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ha Long Bay.
How much does Hanoi in a day from Halong city cost?
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Prices start at $5 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ha Long Bay usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hanoi in a day from Halong city take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Ha Long Bay is not rushed.
Is Hanoi in a day from Halong city worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ha Long Bay, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hanoi in a day from Halong city?
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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 in a day from Halong city suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hanoi in a day from Halong city?
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Around 0 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 Ha Long Bay 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 Ha Long Bay and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hanoi in a day from Halong city 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 Ha Long Bay 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 Ha Long Bay?
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On Outty we rank every Ha Long Bay experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All Inclusive 2 Days Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay on Au Co cruise, Top Tier: Overnight Ha Long Bay Cruise 5-Star, Balcony Cabin-2D1N, All inclusive Bhaya 2-Day Halong Bay 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 Ha Long Bay?
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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 Ha Long Bay?
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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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