Half-day Tours in Northern Vietnam

See the highlights of Hanoi on a half-day sightseeing tour of the Vietnamese capital. A professional guide picks you up at your hotel and accompanies you to major landmarks, starting with a tour of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum at Ba Dinh Square. Continue on to popular attractions including the Temple of Literature and Ngoc Son Temple in the heart of Sword Lake.

Visitors to the 1,000-year-old capital of Hanoi will appreciate the unhurried pace of this half-day sightseeing tour. Start at Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum then venture to other prominent landmarks with your guide, including One-Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature. Head to Hanoi's Old Quarter for handicraft bargains and stroll the streets of the French Colonial sector.

Discover Hanoi's ancient history and modern charm on a walking tour past the city's predominant sights. Kick back on a cyclo ride around the Old Quarter, then follow your guide on foot to the central Citadel, Cua Bac Church and Quan Thanh Temple. Walk to West Lake and explore the treasures of Chau Long Market, an urban hub where you can sample local treats. Round-trip transport plus refreshments are included on this small-group 4-hour tour.

Located southwest of Hoi An in a lush green valley, My Son Sanctuary was once the cultural and religious center of the former Champa Kingdom. On a half-day tour you'll visit the World Heritage-listed Hindu temple complex. See what remains today as you discover an impressive collection of red-brick structures dating back to the 4th to 13th centuries.

Take a ride on a ubiquitous means of transport in Vietnam: the scooter. Zip around the city on a half-day sightseeing tour of Hanoi, with your own personal guide in the driver's seat. You're introduced to Hanoi's daily life and food tastings at a restaurant. Choose from a customized itinerary that takes you to the Old Quarter or West Lake.

Just when you thought Hanoi was sensory-overload enough, you'll get a glimpse of its bustling early morning activity on this private tour with your own personal guide. Set out in the predawn hours while most everyone else is still asleep, and head to local flower and fruit markets. See the flag raised at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and settle in for breakfast and Vietnamese coffee in the Old Quarter. You'll find it is well worth getting up early!

Uncover the secrets of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed My Son Sanctuary during an exhilarating 4-hour excursion from Hoi An. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, gain fascinating insight into the rich heritage of the landmarks that decorate the ancient capital of the Champa Kingdom. Select from a start time to suit your schedule and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel. Visit the magnificent monuments with a small group and receive personalized attention from your guide on this intimate tour, on which numbers are limited to eight people.

Venture off-road on a thrilling 4-hour Jeep tour to the UNESCO-listed My Son Sanctuary from Hoi An. Soak up the lush scenery as you journey through the countryside and get a taste of local life, stopping at local villages or markets along the way. Then, follow your private guide on a tour of the My Son Holy Land; learn about its significance as the capital of the Champa Kingdom and marvel over the remarkably preserved temples and Hindu art.

Take a private tour of My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site west of Da Nang. Travel by air-conditioned minivan with a personal guide who sheds light on the captivating imperial city dating back to the Cham Dynasty. Watch a traditional Cham dance performance before touring the temple complex and its glorious architecture. Your half-day tour includes round-trip hotel transport.

Learn about the history of the former Champa Kingdom during a half-day tour to My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site located near Da Nang. Listen to your guide's informative commentary while you tour the imperial city, then hop aboard a boat to the Thanh Ha pottery village. Admire the scenery along the riverbanks of the Thu Bon River. Round-trip hotel transport is provided from Hoi An.

Trek through the magnificent Sapa Valley on a half-day tour that explores a landscape of rice terraces, waterfalls, and soaring mountains. You'll cover 3.2 miles (5.1 km.) of dirt trails and paths as you hike to the Black H'mong villages of Y Linh Ho and Cat Cat, where you'll get a glimpse of daily life in the Sapa Valley. This half-day Sapa Valley hiking tour includes pickup and drop-off in Sapa town, with a guide to help share the culture and history of the places you pass.

Get to My Son Sanctuary before sunrise and escape the crowds and midday heat. This 5.5-hour tour takes you there by 4WD military Jeep and lets you explore the mysterious ruins of the Hindu temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating to the Cham dynasty. Travel through the Thu Bon River Delta, with a countryside breakfast along the way. Upgrade for a full-day adventure and eat a traditional local lunch.

It can be difficult to tick off Hanoi's many highlights when exploring solely by foot. Explore the city on a cyclo tour, and zip between landmarks that offer insight into the city's history and culture, including the village of Ngoc Ha and its B-52 wreckage, the Temple of Literature, and the Old Quarter. Stop off for a taste of traditional coffee in a local cafe, and forget the guidebook with insights provided by your guide.

Travel back in time to the Champa Kingdom and the third century on this half-day tour of the My Son Sanctuary from Da Nang. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site and tour the sanctuary to Hinduism that has been attracting travelers for decades.

Visit local workshops and artisans in the ceramics village of Bat Trang on a 4-hour tour from Hanoi that includes round-trip transport from your hotel. Morning and afternoon departures are available, and you'll have the chance to meet the ceramic artisans in person, take a turn behind the potter's wheel, and shop for unique souvenirs.

Vietnam has a long history of silk production and Hanoi is one of the best places in the country to discover the ancient handicraft. This half-day tour of Van Phuc silk village reveals the secrets of traditional silk weaving and offers plenty of opportunities to purchase quality silk products. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Discover what Hanoi is like in the early morning hours on this 4-hour tour. You'll gain an alternative perspective of the city as you observe locals going about daily activities such as practicing Tai Chi and buying goods at the market. A bowl of pho and coffee are included.

See major attractions in the capital city of Hanoi on a private 3.5-hour tour, departing in the morning or afternoon. Unlock Vietnam’s rich history at its cultural heart, heading to popular sights that include the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature and Quan Thanh Temple. Stroll to West Lake with a personal guide at your side and cast your gaze on picturesque Tran Quoc Pagoda before a visit to the Old Quarter.

Explore the ancient ruins of My Son on a half-day tour from Hoi An. Choose from two departure times, then relax in complimentary transportation from your hotel. Enjoy complimentary entrance to the UNESCO listed temples, along with an immersive guided visit. Ask questions and set the pace as your guide lead's you to the to the sanctuary's most important - and photogenic - points of interest. Afterwards, unwind during the return to your hotel.

Combine two of Hanoi's pleasures - massage and Vietnamese food - during this 4-hour tour. Get a Vietnamese-style hot stone massage, then take a walking tour through the Old Quarter to taste some regional specialties with your guide and a small tour group of 10 people or fewer. Food, massage, and round-trip transportation from your hotel in Hanoi are included.