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Halong Bay to Hanoi: Private Luxury Day Transfer & City Icons

Seamlessly transition from the emerald waters of Halong Bay to the storied streets of Hanoi in a private air-conditioned vehicle, taking in the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and Hoan Kiem Lake with a dedicated local expert.

What to expect

A sleek private car collects you at the dock as Halong Bay fades in the rearview mirror. Your expert guide narrates Vietnam's layered history en route to Hanoi, arriving at the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, then the 1,000-year-old Temple of Literature. A leisurely stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake and the vermilion-lacquered Ngoc Son Temple on its island follows, before a farewell bowl of pho at a revered Old Quarter institution. Return transfer to port is included.

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Halong Bay Shore Excursion
From USD 60 per person (private tour, 10 hours approx.)
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Good to know

Pick-up 08:00 from Halong Bay port; total ~10 hours. Confirm the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum opening days (closed Mon/Fri and for maintenance periods) when booking. Book direct for the best rate and itinerary flexibility.

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