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City Sightseeing: Hanoi Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

Explore Hanoi's fascinating history with Hanoi Hop-on Hop-off bus tour. See everything from a fabulous perspective with panoramic views from the open-top deck bus.

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Highlights

  • Flexi ticket gives you option to hop on whenever you are ready.
  • Discover interesting facts with multilingual audio guide in 8 languages.
  • Enjoy 360º panoramic views of Hanoi’s top sights with 1 or 2 Days Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour
  • Explore the capital city at your own pace with our Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off tour.
  • Smartphone Voucher Accepted. (No need to print the tickets!)

Overview

Hanoi, the Vietnam’s incredible capital, is a lively city filled with beautiful pagodas, delicious street food and and many chaotic markets, Hanoi will amaze you at every corner and turn. Hop on the bus and wonder at Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital from the top of a City Sightseeing double-decker bus while learning about the city’s interesting history. You can hop off the bus to explore Hanoi your own pace.

Itinerary

Discover the vibrant charm of Hanoi with the 1-day or 2 Day Hanoi Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour that lets you explore the city comfortably and at your own pace. As the open-top bus travels through the bustling streets of Vietnam’s capital, you can admire a fascinating mix of ancient temples, French colonial buildings, peaceful lakes, lively markets, and modern city life. The route covers many of Hanoi’s most famous attractions, making it an easy and enjoyable way to experience the city while listening to multilingual audio commentary that shares stories about Hanoi’s culture and history. With the freedom to hop on and off the bus whenever you like, this tour is perfect for travelers who want to discover Hanoi in a relaxed and convenient way.

Hanoi Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour
Begin your exploration in the heart of the city near the elegant Hanoi Opera House, a beautiful reminder of the city’s French colonial influence. The surrounding streets are filled with cafés, local shops, and traditional architecture, offering a perfect introduction to Hanoi’s unique blend of old and new. As the bus moves through the bustling Old Quarter, you will witness the lively rhythm of daily life where scooters weave through narrow lanes lined with food stalls, souvenir stores, and centuries-old houses. The area is ideal for wandering through charming streets, tasting authentic Vietnamese street food, and discovering hidden cultural treasures such as Bach Ma Temple. A stop near Hanoi Cathedral introduces another side of the city’s heritage. Surrounded by vibrant cafés and local markets, the cathedral stands as a striking example of Gothic architecture amidst the energetic atmosphere of Hanoi.

Nearby, the peaceful Hoan Kiem Lake offers a refreshing contrast to the busy streets. Visitors can enjoy relaxing walks around the lake while learning about the famous legend of the Returned Sword, one of the most treasured stories in Vietnamese culture. The scenic surroundings create a calm and memorable experience in the center of the city. Continuing through Hanoi, the route takes you to some of the city’s most important spiritual and historical landmarks. Quan Thanh Temple showcases traditional Taoist architecture and honors the God of the North, while Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi, impresses visitors with its serene atmosphere and beautiful lakeside setting. Surrounded by greenery and reflected in the calm waters nearby, the pagoda offers a peaceful escape and a chance to appreciate the spiritual traditions that continue to shape the city today.

Another unforgettable part of the journey is the visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, one of Hanoi’s most significant landmarks dedicated to the country’s former leader. The grand structure and surrounding gardens provide insight into Vietnam’s modern history and national pride. Nearby attractions, including the botanical gardens and historical government buildings, further enrich the experience and allow visitors to understand the importance of this area in Vietnamese culture and politics. The route also passes the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a UNESCO-listed heritage site that reflects the city’s ancient royal history. Exploring this landmark reveals layers of Hanoi’s past through preserved ruins, ancient gates, and archaeological discoveries. Throughout the tour, the convenience of unlimited hop-on hop-off access allows travelers to create their own adventure, whether they wish to spend extra time at cultural sites, enjoy local cuisine, or simply admire the city from the comfort of the bus.

With free Wi-Fi onboard, mobile voucher acceptance, and the option to choose between a 1-day or 2-day ticket, the Hanoi Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour offers both flexibility and comfort. Whether it is your first visit to Vietnam or you are returning to explore more deeply, the Hanoi hop-on hop-off bus tour provides a relaxed and enjoyable way to experience the city’s colorful streets, historical landmarks, and timeless traditions.

Schedule

  • First Bus: 09:15am; Last Bus: 05:15pm
  • Frequency: Every 30 Minutes
  • Full Loop: 60 Minutes Approx.
  • First Stop: Hanoi Opera House

Inclusions

  • 1 Day or 2 Days HOHO bus ticket (as per option chosen)
  • Free Wi-Fi on board
  • Audio Guide Language available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese

Exclusions

  • Food and Beverages
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off

Redemption Info

  • You can board the bus from any of the designated stops. However, the first stop is the Hanoi Opera House
  • The booking voucher can be exchanged directly with the bus driver at any stop.
  • You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour.
  • Please check your ticket to know when it expires.
  • After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.
  • In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
  • Flexi Ticket: Your voucher is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

Know Before You Go

  • Voucher Type: Mobile and paper vouchers are accepted.
  • Onboard Wi-Fi: Yes
  • Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
  • Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, specially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. NO REFUND possible in such conditions.
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Stops:
  • From Monday to Friday afternoon at 16:00: Stop 1 Frog Garden / Terminal -- Stop 2 Central Post Office -- Stop 3 Hanoi Cathedral Stop -- 4 Military History Museum -- Stop 5 Thang Long Imperial Citadel -- Stop 6 Quan Thanh -- Stop 7 Tran Quoc Pagoda -- Stop 8 Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum -- Stop 9 Temple of Literature -- Stop 10 Hoa Lo Prison -- Stop 11 Hanoi Cathedral -- Stop 12 Vietnam Women’s Museum -- Stop 13 Hanoi Opera House
  • From Friday afternoon at 16:00 to Sunday: Stop 1 Frog Garden / Terminal -- Stop 2 Military History Museum -- Stop 3 Thang Long Imperial Citadel -- Stop 4 Quan Thanh -- Stop 5 Tran Quoc Pagoda -- Stop 6 Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum -- Stop 7 Temple of Literature -- Stop 8 Hoa Lo Prison -- Stop 9 Hanoi Cathedral -- Stop 10 Vietnam women’s museum -- Stop 11 Hanoi Opera House

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Cancellation Policy

  • You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
  • Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
  • The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
  • This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.

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