The most popular day tours from Hanoi Old Quarter include the Hanoi Historical Morning Tour (Hoa Lo Prison + Temple of Literature, 4 hours, from $39), Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour (8 dishes, 3.5 hours, from $35), and Ninh Binh Day Trip (Trang An UNESCO boat trip, full day, from $55). All tours depart daily at 8:00 AM with hotel pickup in Old Quarter included.
Frequently asked questions
1. What are the best day tours from Hanoi Old Quarter?
2. How much do Hanoi tours cost?
Hanoi day tours with Vietnam Discovery Tours start from $29/person for half-day tours and $55/person for full-day trips including Ninh Binh or Halong Bay. Private tours start from $69/group. All prices include VAT, English-speaking guide and hotel pickup from Hanoi Old Quarter.
3. How do I get from Hanoi Old Quarter to the main attractions?
Hoa Lo Prison is 12 minutes walk from Hoan Kiem Lake. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is 15 minutes by Grab (30,000–50,000 VND). Temple of Literature is 10 minutes by Grab. Our tours handle all transport — no need to navigate Hanoi traffic yourself.
4. Are Hanoi tours suitable for families with children?
Yes — our family-friendly Hanoi tours are designed for children aged 6 and above. We avoid Hoa Lo Prison for young children and replace it with the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology and craft workshops in the Old Quarter. Private family tours can be fully customised. Contact us on WhatsApp +84 799 702 888 to discuss your group.
5. What is the best time to take a day tour in Hanoi?
Morning tours departing at 8:00 AM are best — cooler temperatures, fewer crowds at major sites, and Hanoi street food is at its freshest before 10 AM. October to April is the best season for Hanoi day tours with dry weather and comfortable temperatures of 18–25°C. Avoid midday tours in June–August when temperatures reach 35–38°C.
6. Which Hanoi tour is right for me?
It depends on how many days you have. Here is a quick guide to our most popular tours from Hanoi:
| If you have… | Choose | From |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | Trang An – Bai Dinh Pagoda Day Tour | $45 |
| 3–4 days | Ninh Binh – Ha Long Bay 3D2N or Sapa & Bac Ha Market 3D2N | $179 |
| 5 days | Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Ha Long 5D4N Private Tour | $249 |
| 6–7 days | The Essence of Northern Vietnam | $620 |
| 2 weeks | 14-Day Vietnam Group Tour | $1,575 |
7. Should I choose a group tour or a private tour?
Group tours are the best value and a great way to meet other travelers. Private tours let you set your own pace, change the order of stops and travel with family or friends only. Most multi-day itineraries on this page can run as either option — just ask us when you book.
8. Can I combine Hanoi with Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh and Sapa in one trip?
Yes. Hanoi is the hub for all of Northern Vietnam: Ninh Binh is about 2 hours away, Ha Long Bay about 2.5 hours and Sapa about 5–6 hours. A 5–7 day tour usually covers all three. Read our guides to the best time to visit Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh, or start with our Hanoi travel guide, Hoan Kiem Lake and the Temple of Literature.
