Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong Port
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Is Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong Port worth booking?
Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong Port is a 9-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $125 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (23)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $125 per person
Immerse yourself in Hanoi's vibrant culture on this full-day shore excursion! Discover the city's rich history, savor authentic cuisine, meet friendly locals, and explore iconic landmarks. From the bustling Old Quarter t
What you get
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Experienced English Speaking tour guide
About this experience
Immerse yourself in Hanoi's vibrant culture on this full-day shore excursion! Discover the city's rich history, savor authentic cuisine, meet friendly locals, and explore iconic landmarks. From the bustling Old Quarter to the serene Hoan Kiem Lake, experience the best of Hanoi in one day. Perfect for cruise passengers seeking an unforgettable adventure. This tour is designed especially for cruise travelers seeking comfort, scenery, and unforgettable landmarks — with guaranteed on-time return to your ship.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Experienced English Speaking tour guide
Not included
- Personal Expenses
What you'll see and do
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi is an important site in Vietnam, dedicated to Ho Chi Minh, the country's revolutionary leader and founding father. The mausoleum is an imposing structure and serves as a place of remembrance and respect for Ho Chi Minh. This is one of the highlight in Hanoi that you will visit
60 minutes here · Admission included
Chua Tran Quoc
Tran Quoc Pagoda, is one of the oldest and most iconic pagodas in Hanoi. Located on a small island in West Lake, it dates back to the 6th century and has been a significant center of Buddhism in Vietnam. The pagoda is renowned for its serene atmosphere, beautiful architecture, and historical importance. You will have chance to enjoy once of the nicest Pagoda in Vietnam.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Hanoi’s Train Street is a unique and bustling area where a railway line runs incredibly close to the homes and businesses of local residents. The street is famous for its narrow width, with buildings and cafes just inches away from the passing trains. It's become a popular attraction for tourists looking to witness the dramatic and somewhat surreal sight of trains passing so close to everyday life. This will be once of the highlight in your day.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Hoan Kiem Lake, or "Lake of the Returned Sword," is a central and picturesque spot in Hanoi. It’s a popular gathering place for both locals and tourists, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. You will see heart of Hanoi hear
30 minutes here · Admission included
Ngoc Son Temple is a historic and cultural landmark located on an island in Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi. The temple is dedicated to several figures, including Confucius, the scholar Van Xuong, and the legendary general Tran Hung Dao, who is celebrated for his role in repelling the Mongol invasions in the 13th century
30 minutes here · Admission included
Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam
Hanoi's Old Quarter is a vibrant and historic district known for its bustling streets, colonial architecture, and rich cultural heritage. It’s one of the most lively areas in Hanoi, offering a mix of traditional markets, street food, and local shops
60 minutes here · Admission included
Hanoi
It takes you around 2,25 hours each way to travel between Halong and Hanoi via express way
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private
Private: Experience Hanoi your way with a private tour and a personalized itinerary just for your group. Pickup included
Join-in
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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Up Travel Vietnam
Know before you go
- 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
23 verified traveler reviews for Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong Port. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Long Day but Absolutely Worth It!
We had a great day on this Hanoi shore excursion and would highly recommend it. Lily was very friendly and helpful. From start to finish everything was very well organised. We were met promptly at the port and the transport was comfortable for the journey into Hanoi. We knew it was a long drive, but it was worth it to experience the city in a day (and the guide kept things interesting along the way). Once in Hanoi, the itinerary covered all the key highlights. We especially enjoyed visiting the Old Quarter and Train Street, a real highlight and something quite unique. The guide was friendly, knowledgeable and happy to answer questions, giving us a great insight into the history and culture of Vietnam. Lunch was interesting and gave us a chance to try some authentic local food. Overall, it was a really enjoyable and well-paced tour. Yes, it’s a full day with quite a bit of travel, but if you want to see Hanoi while docked in Halong, this is a great way to do it. A brilliant experience and great value for money.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback and for joining our full-day Hanoi shore excursion from Halong Port! We are delighted Lily and the team made the day feel smooth, welcoming, and worthwhile, from the port pickup to the Old Quarter, Train Street, cultural insights, and local lunch. It was a pleasure to host you, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Warm regards, Up Travel Vietnam
via Tripadvisor
Long trip, with the food being a disappointment.
This was along trip in à mini bus with no seat belts and poor air conditioning. The guide Lyon was good but it looked at times he was making the itinerary up as he went along. Don’t get me wrong, the trip in between the travelling was memorable, the highlights being train street and the trishaw ride. I’m afraid the restaurant we were taken to was dirty inside, and the food was not to our liking. We chose this company as their itinerary looked better than the other company we were using for other tours, hindsight is a great thing.
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining our Hanoi shore excursion and for sharing your honest feedback. We are sorry the minibus comfort, air conditioning, seat belt concern, and restaurant experience did not meet expectations, though we are glad Lyon and highlights like Train Street and the trishaw ride still left some positive memories. Your comments have been shared with our operations team so we can review the vehicle standards, itinerary flow, and dining partner carefully. Once again, thank you for leaving comments so we can improve for journeys going onward. Sincerely, Up Travel Vietnam
via Tripadvisor
Great trip !
We had a fantastic day with our guide sonny, the eight of of us were picked up from our cruise ship on time and spent the day visiting train street , a temple, having lunch and a rickshaw ride. Sonny was informative and interesting! This small group tour was perfect as we were able to see everything without following and waiting for a large group . Would definitely use up Vietnam travel again.
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining our full-day Hanoi shore excursion from Halong Port! We are so pleased Sonny made the day engaging and well-paced for your group, from the cruise pickup to Train Street, the temple visit, lunch, and rickshaw ride. It was a pleasure to host all eight of you, and we would be happy to welcome you back again. A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Warmly, Up Travel Vietnam
via Tripadvisor
An amazing day in Hanoi
We are a group of 6 and booked a private excursion from our cruise ship. It took about one hour and a half from my cruise ship to arrive to Hanoi. Our driver was.Hai and our tour guide was Lily. They are such an amazing team. The band was extremely comfortable and the ride seemed very quick as Lily provided us with so much information. They also stopped to allow us to take a bathroom break. Once we reached Hanoi, we were able to visit several sites, but I have to say the highlight was train street. It was such an exhilarating experience Lily insured that we had front row seat and even took amazing pictures. We were also able to try the egg coffee and a Banh Mi sandwich, which was spectacular. We were also treated to a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a restaurant that was very accommodating. The staff were so friendly. it was a perfect day with the perfect team. I highly recommend booking with this tour group. they are always informative and gives information prior to the day of the tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining our private Hanoi shore excursion and for sharing such thoughtful feedback! We are so happy Hai and Lily made the journey smooth and engaging, with helpful updates, a well-paced ride, Train Street seats, photos, egg coffee, Banh Mi, and a welcoming Vietnamese lunch. It was a pleasure to host your group of six, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Warm regards, Up Travel Vietnam
via Tripadvisor
Incredible day!!
This was another fabulous day out with Lyon, so friendly, knowledgeable and fitted in many sites keeping us on the move. It was a jam packed day with authentic food for lunch and an icecream at the best place in Hanoi. The highlight of the tour was Train Street which was incredible to sit and watch and to be so close to the train when it comes through. Lyon thank you for looking after us throughout the day making it fun especially with the tricycle ride. Highly recommend lyon and Uptravel for any future visitors thinking of visiting Vietnam it's a beautiful country 😊
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining our full-day Hanoi shore excursion and for sharing such generous feedback! We are delighted Lyon made the day lively, informative, and well-paced, from the many city sights to the authentic lunch, ice cream stop, Train Street, and tricycle ride. It was a pleasure to host you, and we truly appreciate your recommendation for Lyon and Up Travel. A portion of your booking helps provide meals for children in Hanoi hospitals. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Warmly, Up Travel Vietnam
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
- $125 to $210
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong Port: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong Port cost?
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Prices start at $125 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 Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong 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 Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong Port worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 23 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 Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong 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 Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong 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 Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong Port?
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Around 8 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 Shore Excursion: Full-day Hanoi City Tour from Halong 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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