Best Day Trip from Hanoi 2025
Best of Hanoi City Full day - Private Tour
9.4Excellent - 27 reviewsgreat guideMr. Neil Donnelly -Canada
Hanoi - Temple of Literature - One Pillar Pagoda - Hoan Kiem Lake - Hanoi Old QuarterHighlights- Visit the final resting place of the greatest Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum and the first University of Vietnam
- Learn about the diverse ethnic groups that populate Vietnam at the Museum of Ethnology
- Get the chance to discover Hanoi's amazing Old Quarter aboard a cyclo
View tourUSD$79$79/paxHanoi Half Day City Tour in the Morning
9.4Excellent - 6 reviewsGood transport and guideMs.Vijayalakshmi Srinivasan -India
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum - One Pillar Pagoda - Temple of Literature - Hanoi Old Quarter - Hoan…Theme: CulturalHighlights- Observe the peaceful daily life of Hanoians while visiting the crowded old quarter
- Visit the Temple of Literature and learn more about Confucian-style architecture
- Stop at Hoan Kiem Lake, one of Hanoi's oldest symbols, and see the hundreds-year-old turtle tower
View tourUSD$48$48/paxNinh Binh: Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Full day Deluxe Small Group from Hanoi
9.0Excellent - 19 reviewsTam Coc is very scenic and beautiful place. The tour guide is very friendly and…Mr. MYO MIN KHAING -Singapore
Hanoi - Hoa Lu Ancient Capital - Tam Coc - Mua CaveTheme: NatureHighlights- Enjoy the most stunning rice fields in Vietnam while riding a bamboo boat along the Ngo Dong River
- Relax in a calm, peaceful environment while admiring the gorgeous, glowing stalactites
- Visit highly protected preserves to learn more about fascinating culture and history
View tourUSD$48$48/paxHanoi Handicraft Village Discover Full Day
9.8Excellent - 1 reviewA tour exploring Handicraft Villages in Hanoi was an amazing choice for any family…Mr. Helen -United States
Bat Trang Ceramic Village - But Thap Pagoda - Dong Ho VillageTheme: CulturalHighlights- Explore the famous Bat Trang Ceramic Village and learn how to make ceramic products at a local workshop
- Visit But Thap Pagoda and explore the stone stupa and antique Buddhist statues
- Meet a master craftsman at Dong Ho Village and learn the unique art of folk woodcut paintings
- Gain hands-on experience in farming and painting the products in Bat Trang & Dong Ho Village
View tourUSD$68$68/paxHanoi Half day City by Motorbike
9.7Excellent - 19 reviewsVery nice tour. We had a lot of fun and also discovered many things.Mr.Bogdan Ene -Thailand
Hanoi Old Quarter - Long Bien Bridge - Hoan Kiem Lake - Hanoi Opera House - French Quarter…Theme: Foodies delight, CulturalHighlights- Ride around the city center, pay a visit to Long Bien Bridge, Hoan Kiem Lake, and St. Joseph's Cathedral
- Witness and listen to stories about historical attractions like Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Hoa Lo Prison
- Stroll through Westlake for the best local life view and taste the famous Vietnamese egg coffee
View tourUSD$68$68/pax
FAQs
It's possible to see the best of Hanoi in 1 day, but you should spend 2-3 days if having a longer time to truly experience all that this captivating destination has to offer.
Even if you are short on time, it is possible to have a Halong Bay day trip from Hanoi. While an overnight cruise is the ideal way to experience the beauty of Halong Bay, there are several day trip options available for those with limited time.
- Amethyst Day Cruise - 5* (From US $65 /pax)
- Jade Sails - 5* (From US $115 /pax)
- Wonder Bay Cruise - 4* (From US $84 /pax)
- Phoenix Day Cruise - 3* (From US $59 /pax)
Yes, most Halong Bay day tours from Hanoi typically include hotel pick-up, but this is only free for hotels located in the Hanoi Old Quarter area. There will be a surcharge for hotel pick-up outside of the Old Quarter.
The cost of a day trip in Hanoi can vary depending on the duration and the activities included:
- For a half day trip: from US $30/ pax
- For a full day trip: from US $70/ pax
Here are some highly recommended day tour options in Hanoi that cover the city's top highlights:
- Hanoi Half Day City Tour - Small Group (From US $45 /pax)
- Hanoi City And Countryside Vespa Tours Full Day (From US $110 /pax)
- Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour (From US $29 /pax)