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THE TIMELESS SOUL OF HANOI & TEMPLE OF LITERATURE

Private Shore Excursion

🕒 9.5 HOURS

⚓ DEPARTURE FROM HALONG / CAI LAN PORT

Step into a thousand years of imperial history on a classic shore excursion. Stroll through the lush courtyards of Vietnam's first national university, admire colonial French architecture, and wander the bustling 36 Old Guild Streets.

YOUR JOURNEY

HALONG / CAI LAN PORT PICK-UP

Depart Halong Port on a smooth 2.5-hour expressway journey to the capital city of Hanoi.

HO CHI MINH COMPLEX & ONE PILLAR PAGODA

Walk through Ba Dinh Square, the presidential gardens, and the iconic lotus-style pagoda.

TEMPLE OF LITERATURE (VAN MIEU)

Explore the ancient Confucian academy, serene courtyards, and centuries-old turtle steles.

AUTHENTIC HANOI DELICACIES LUNCH

Enjoy classic Northern Vietnamese delicacies at a colonial villa restaurant.

HOAN KIEM LAKE & OLD QUARTER

Cross The Huc Bridge to Ngoc Son Temple and explore the vibrant trade guild streets.

RETURN TO YOUR CRUISE SHIP

Relax on your private transfer back to Halong Port well in advance of ship departure.

🚐 Private air-conditioned transportation
👤 Professional English-speaking guide
⚓ Halong / Cai Lan Port pick-up & drop-off
🎟️ Temple of Literature & Ngoc Son Temple tickets
🍲 Authentic Northern Vietnamese set lunch
🥤 Chilled bottled water & wet towels

⊗ Personal expenses & silk shopping
⊗ Inside port permit fee ($25 USD if requested)
⊗ Optional cyclo ride ($5 USD/pax)
⊗ Tips for guide & driver
⊗ Personal travel insurance

🛡️ CRUISE SHIP GUARANTEE

This shore excursion is carefully scheduled around your cruise arrival and departure, ensuring a punctual and stress-free return to Halong / Cai Lan Port.