Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and aromas of Hanoi on a city tour that showcases its most iconic landmarks. Begin at the Temple of Literature, built in 1070 to honor Confucius and later transformed into Vietnam's first university for aristocrats. Stop by a traditional teahouse to sample Vietnamese green teas paired with authentic snacks like sweetened lotus seeds and green bean cake, while learning about tea's deep cultural significance.
Visit the Hoa Lo Prison museum, once used by French colonists for political prisoners and later by North Vietnam for American POWs, including US Senator John McCain. Admire the Gothic Revival architecture of St. Joseph's Cathedral, a historic church inspired by Notre Dame de Paris. Then, head to Hoan Kiem Lake to see the striking The Huc Bridge and Ngoc Son Temple before enjoying a steaming bowl of pho for lunch
Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes