Hanoi Half-Day Afternoon Tour: Temple of Literature & Hoa Lo

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Starting from ₹1,877 /person without airfare

Min 2 Pax.

Included GST & TCS.

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Please note: Prices are based on double occupancy at 3-4 star hotels. Please contact us to change your preferences and receive additional offers.

Half day

How this hanoi half-day afternoon tour: temple of literature & hoa lo works

This Hanoi afternoon tour focuses on education and colonial-era history at the Temple of Literature and Hoa Lo Prison memorial site. It is a compact cultural option for travellers who already have a free morning, provided the museum opening times and road conditions allow both visits.

Experience and route

The Temple of Literature is a historic Confucian learning complex. It is more useful to understand its courtyards and scholarly traditions with a guide than to hurry through it as a photo stop.

How to plan the visit

Hoa Lo Prison Museum addresses the colonial prison and later history; its exhibits contain difficult material, so families should decide how they want to approach the visit with children. The site’s interpretation and available rooms may change.

Inclusions and suitability

The previous outline promised hotel pickup and return, while the exclusions mention return transfers from hotels to a meeting point. Ask the operator to confirm whether pickup is from your exact Hanoi hotel or from a designated meeting location.

Useful planning links

Hanoi neighbourhoods · what to do after the tour · longer activities from Hanoi. Related guides explain the destination but do not replace your booking voucher.

Before booking

Avoid assuming a private vehicle or a personal English-speaking guide: the stated transport is a shared limousine/shuttle arrangement unless the actual booking says otherwise.

Request a verified Vietnam Story quote: Share travel dates, hotel pickup address, group size, ages, dietary restrictions and any mobility needs. For an India-to-Vietnam trip, our Vietnam-based team can combine this excursion with a suitable Vietnam tour package; request the actual tickets, vehicle, meals and exclusions in the written itinerary.

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 October 28, 2026
 
 
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 October 23, 2026
 
 
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 October 22, 2026
 
 
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Children Policy

Child under 5 years old: Free of charge (share seater on the bus)
Child from 5 – under 9 years old: 85% of charge for 1st child, 2nd child: 100% Charge
Child from 9 years old and above: 100% of charge

Cancellation policy for Tours

50% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled between 48 hours -72 hours before departure
75% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled between 24 hours – 48 hours before departure
100% of the tour price if the tour is cancelled less than 24 hours before departure or no show

INCLUSIONS
EXCLUSIONS

Car transfer by Limousine shuttle bus
Local English speaking guide
Entrance fee
Meal: No
TAX
Mineral water (01 bottle / person/day)

Beverages.
Personal expenses.
All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above.
Surcharge for holidays: 2 Sept, 24 Dec – Christmas, 31 Dec, Lunar New Year (15-20 Feb 2026)
Return transfers Hotel to meeting point.

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FAQs

Are there any age restrictions for this tour?

We have a minimum age requirement of 18 years old to join the tour. Group members aged 16-17 years old are welcome to join the tour but only with a family member that will act as their guardian whilst on tour. Aside from that, no age requirements at all!

Does Vietnamstory part of the Hotel ?

Vietnam Story is a private tour company whose mission is to make visitors' time in Vietnam really remarkable.

How do I book tour ?

To book tour, you can contact our email: [email protected] or fill in our form, we will contact you back at soonest.

What information do I need to provide ?

Your name, number of guest, tour name, tour date, special request and your Whatsapp or Email.

How can I request for a customized tour?

Our tour run everyday, but our main focus are private tours for small group like couple or family. To request a customized tour, please note it down in your special request, send us your detail requirement and we will work closely with you to tailor your unforgettable trips.

Can I amend after I have booked?

Yes, It will depend on the time you amend with us. If you have any change, please advise us as soon as you can.

What should I do if I get lost during the tour?

Incase you cannot find your tour guide/airport representative, please stay calm, stay where you are and contact the tour guide that we provided or contact us to tell your address, we will contact our tour guide/ representative to looking for you as soon as possible.

Group tour and Private tour.

Pease note that most of Halong bay trips are group tours, that means you will share the limousine transport with other guests to save your money but still feel comfortable. If you would like to get the private transfer, please contact us at anytime to get the deal.

Starting from ₹1,877 /person without airfare

Min 2 Pax.

Included GST & TCS.

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Please note: Prices are based on double occupancy at 3-4 star hotels. Please contact us to change your preferences and receive additional offers.

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