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7 Days in Hanoi: Unveiling the Ancient Wonders

Ashutosh Solanke

21 Dec 2023

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Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Hanoi, as you uncover the hidden gems and immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this vibrant city. From ancient temples to tranquil lakes, this itinerary will leave you spellbound.

Trip to Hanoi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tranquil Serenity at Temple Of Literature and Tran Quoc Pagoda

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$4

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$ 3

Hanoi Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Temple Of Literature

Confucian temple with landscaped courtyards, numerous altars & shrines & an imposing front gate.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$4

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Tran Quoc Pagoda

Long-standing Buddhist temple built on a small, charming island with numerous shrines.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 2Embracing Nature's Beauty at Thong Nhat Park, Hoàn Kiếm Lake, and Ngoc Son Temple

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$0

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$ 3

Hanoi Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Thong Nhat Park

Shaded, vibrant city park with a large lake, framed by mature trees, fitness paths & cafes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Hoàn Kiếm Lake

Lake featuring a temple on a small island reached via a wooden bridge & a tower on another island.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Ngoc Son Temple

Confucian temple on a lake reached by bridge with tower & pavilions dedicated to the national hero.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Celebrating the Strength of Women at Vietnamese Women's Museum and Paying Homage at Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum

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$8

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$ 3

Hanoi Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Vietnamese Women's Museum

Modern museum with a permanent collection exploring Vietnamese women's history, culture & fashion.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$8

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum

Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh's body is on display in this mausoleum & historic site.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Splashing Fun at Ho Tay Water Park

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$19

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$ 2

Hanoi Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Ho Tay Water Park

Water park with a lazy river, pools & slides, plus rides such as a Ferris wheel & roller coaster.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

Day 5Reliving History at Imperial Citadel of Thang Long and Seeking Blessings at Quan Thanh Temple

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$8

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$ 3

Hanoi Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long

Imperial citadel complex with 11th-century buildings & sculptures, including a tower & stone dragon.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$8

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Quan Thanh Temple

Taoist 1200s temple featuring a spacious courtyard & a shrine with a revered bronze statue.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 6Embracing Diversity at Vietnam Museum of Ethnology and Discovering Tranquility at West Lake

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$8

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$ 3

Hanoi Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Ethnological museum offering exhibits on Vietnam's various cultures, with gardens & a restaurant.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$8

19 - 23 min

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Directions

West Lake

Urban freshwater lake with an 11-mile perimeter & a 6th century pagoda in the middle.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Unveiling the Ancient Citadel of Co Loa

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$0

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$ 2

Hanoi Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Directions

Co Loa Citadel

Fortified citadel featuring the ruins of an ancient imperial palace, temple & walls.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $63 In total

Activities & Food:$45

Transport:$18