Hanoi City Tour From Halong International Cruise Port

07:00 – Pick-up at Halong International Cruise Port by your Asia Explore guide and driver.
Enjoy a scenic 2.5-hour drive along the modern highway connecting Halong and Hanoi (rest stop en route).

10:00 – Arrive in Hanoi. Begin the city exploration with:

• Ho Chi Minh Complex – See the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s House on Stilts, and One Pillar Pagoda, one of Vietnam’s most iconic landmarks.
• Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university, built in 1070, dedicated to Confucius and scholars.
• West Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda – The oldest pagoda in Hanoi, offering stunning lakeside views.

12:30 – Enjoy Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant featuring Hanoi specialties (spring rolls, grilled pork with vermicelli, or vegetarian options available).

13:30 – Continue your exploration with:

• Hanoi Old Quarter – Take a guided walking tour or cyclo ride through the maze of lively streets named after traditional trades.
• Visit Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, a peaceful symbol of Hanoi’s soul.
• Option: Short coffee stop to taste the famous Vietnamese egg coffee.

15:30 – Depart Hanoi for Halong Port.

18:00–18:30 – Arrive back at Halong International Cruise Port.
Your guide ensures a timely return before ship departure.