Hanoi City Tour From Cai Lan Port – Hanoi Shore Excursion

If your cruise ship docks at Cai Lan Port/Halong Port and you would like to have a full-day tour to explore Hanoi City’s highlight attractions such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, etc. You should book Vietnam Vacation Travel‘s Hanoi City Tour from Cai Lan Port.

Unlike other transport options to travel from Cai Lan Port to Hanoi, this is a private tour with a door-to-door private car and a knowledgeable tour guide. You will learn a lot about Vietnamese culture and traditional customs.

Overview: Cai Lan Port To Hanoi City Private Tour

Notes:

• The travel time from Cai Lan Port to Hanoi also depends on weather and traffic conditions. 
• Departure often begins around 8 am.

During your cruise ship excursion in Vietnam, you may be interested in our other Vietnam Shore Excursions as follows:

• Tour From Chan May Port To Hoi An – from 68 USD/ pax
• Chan May Port To Hue Tour – 160 USD/ pax
• Private Car Chan May Port To Ba Na Hills – from 140 USD/ Sedan
• Phu My Port to Saigon private car – 160 USD/ Sedan
• Chan May Port To Da Nang By Car – 145 USD/ Sedan

Highlights Of Hanoi City Tour From Cai Lan Port

• Pick-up and drop-off directly at Cai Lan Port. No time to wait or go to the fixed meeting point. Flexible for cruise passengers.
• Travel with an English-speaking local driver: Talk and listen to many interesting stories about each attraction by our local driver.
• Explore all of the highlights of Hanoi City before returning to the port: We arrange the must-see attractions when visiting Hanoi City. Especially, attractions are customized in an order that suits your cruise schedule.
• Easy booking and payment: Convenient booking via WhatsApp, email, or Booking form. Support payment via various banking methods.

HANOI CITY TOUR FROM CAI LAN PORT

Map Preview: Cai Lan Port To Hanoi Route

Cruise passengers who dock at Cai Lan Port or Halong Port can use our tour service as a day trip to Hanoi instead of wasting their free time on the cruise. Our service includes door-to-door transfers, with a private car, a local driver, and an English-speaking tour guide, to the best location in Hanoi City.

Suggested Itinerary

The brief: Pick-up at Cai Lan Port – Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex – One Pillar Pagoda – Temple of Literature – Local Lunch & Hanoi Old Quarter – Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple 

In the morning, our English-speaking tour guide and Hanoi private car will wait for you at Cai Lan Port Gate (or Halong Port upon request). So, please walk out, and you will easily recognize our tour guide with your full name on a welcome board.

After greetings, we will start the Cai Lan Port to Hanoi City Tour. After 2 2-hour transfer by private car, we will arrive in Hanoi city. Now you will discover the best attractions in Vietnam’s capital city. In particular:

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex

• Entrance fees: Free

The first place in the Hanoi city private tour is the complex of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Our knowledgeable tour guide will tell you a lot of information about the biography and career of our first president.

The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a prominent historical and cultural site. It serves as the final resting place of Ho Chi Minh. He is the founding father and first President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

The primary purpose of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is to preserve the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh. His body is displayed in a glass sarcophagus within the mausoleum, allowing visitors to pay their respects to the revered leader.

The mausoleum is a symbol of the deep respect and veneration that the Vietnamese people hold for Ho Chi Minh. It is an important pilgrimage site for both Vietnamese citizens and international visitors interested in the history of Vietnam.

After that, we will admire President Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house where he lived off and on from 1958 to 1969. Nearby is the Ho Chi Minh Museum, where you can learn about his biography and merits to Vietnam and the world.

One Pillar Pagoda

• Entrance fees: Free

Then, we will visit the One Pillar Pagoda, known as “Chùa Một Cột” in Vietnamese. It is a historic Buddhist temple located in Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. This pagoda is one of the most iconic and unique religious structures in Vietnam. Also, it is recognized for its distinctive architectural design.

The pagoda’s most notable feature is its single stone pillar. It appears to rise from the surface of a lotus pond. The pillar supports a small wooden pagoda that houses a statue of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, the compassionate deity in Mahayana Buddhism. The pagoda is designed to resemble a lotus flower emerging from the water.

Thus, this is a must-see in your Hanoi city tour from Halong Port/Cai Lan Port.

Temple Of Literature

• Entrance fees: 30,000 VND/Pax

Continuing the Hanoi City Tour from Cai Lan Port, we will explore the Temple of Literature in Hanoi. The Temple of Literature is not only a symbol of Confucianism and education in Vietnam but also a place of reverence and cultural significance. It has been the site of various cultural events and celebrations.

Nowadays, the Temple of Literature is open to the public and serves as a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can explore the tranquil gardens, historical buildings, and learn about Vietnam’s ancient educational system.

Local Lunch & Hanoi Old Quarter

On our Cai Lan Port to Hanoi city tour, we will have a nice lunch at an authentic restaurant to enjoy the specialties of Vietnam’s capital and take a short break.

After lunch, we will wander around the Hanoi Old Quarter through the 36 streets. Our local guide will help you to interact with the locals and learn more about the local culture and their daily life.

Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple

• Entrance fees: 50,000 VND/pax

Last but not least in the Hanoi City Tour from Cai Lan port is the Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. These are two of the most famous and picturesque landmarks in Hanoi, Vietnam. They are located in the historic heart of the city and hold significant cultural, historical, and natural importance. 

Our excellent tour guide will explain to you the meanings of the names. You will also learn about the ancient stories related to these attractions and their important role in the spiritual life of the locals.

Visiting Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural significance, and historical lore. It’s a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Hanoi, providing a glimpse into the city’s rich heritage and the legend that surrounds it.

After all, our Hanoi private car will transfer you back to Cai Lan Port/Halong Port. We finish the Hanoi city tour from Cai Lan Port. Vietnam Vacation Travel & Transport wishes you an unforgettable memory with us.

Useful Travel Tips

1/ Suitable clothes and items

Please wear proper clothes that cover your chest and knees when visiting the Mausoleum and temples. 

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves walking in several hours. 

In the summer from April to August, the weather in Hanoi is hot. Sun-protection clothes, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen are necessary things.

2/ Follow the regulations

Respect the historical significance and rules when visiting these attractions. Visitors are expected to maintain a solemn and respectful atmosphere inside the mausoleum. Talking, making noise, or engaging in any disruptive behavior is discouraged.

Photography, video recording, and the use of mobile phones are strictly prohibited inside the mausoleum. Visitors are not allowed to take pictures or record videos of Ho Chi Minh’s embalmed body.

Any political statements, protests, or any actions that could be interpreted as disrespectful to the late President Ho Chi Minh are strongly discouraged and may lead to consequences.

3/ Plan your time carefully

Please follow the tour itinerary and the departure time to ensure that you can turn back to the port gate on time.

Price

Inclusion

• Door-to-door private car transfer
• English-speaking tour guide
• All entrance fees
• 1 Lunch at a restaurant
• Mineral water
• Travel permits for pick up at the cruise checkpoint

Exclusion

• Travel insurance
• Tips
• Drinks & other meals are not mentioned in the program

Children Policy

• <=5 yr old child: 50%
• >=6 yr old child: 100%