Hanoi City Discovery Tour – Hoa Lo Prison, Imperial Citadel, B52 Museum, Banana Island & Train Street (with Local Meal)
Duration: 4 hours
Transportation: Jeep / Vespa / Car
Food included: Local meal + drink (egg coffee or soft drink)
Itinerary
1) Hoa Lo Prison – “Hanoi Hilton” (45 minutes)
Start your journey at the historic Hoa Lo Prison. Your guide will share powerful stories from the French colonial era and the American War. Explore the original cells and artifacts, and learn about famous escape attempts. A meaningful introduction to Hanoi’s past.
2) Imperial Citadel of Thang Long – UNESCO World Heritage (45 minutes)
Continue to the Imperial Citadel, the political heart of Vietnam for over 1,300 years. Walk through ancient gates, royal walls, and the underground D67 bunker used during wartime. Your guide brings history to life with tales of dynasties and wartime leadership.
3) B52 Victory Museum (30–40 minutes)
Visit one of Hanoi’s most unique museums, dedicated to the 1972 “Dien Bien Phu in the Air” campaign. See the real wreckage of a B52 bomber, military artifacts, and inspiring stories of resilience. This stop is rarely included in typical city tours, offering a truly unique experience.
4) Banana Island (Đảo Chuối) – Local Life Experience (20–30 minutes)
Cross Long Bien Bridge and visit Banana Island, a peaceful green oasis in the Red River. Meet local residents, see vegetable farms, riverside huts, and everyday life. This off-the-beaten-path stop shows Hanoi’s authentic lifestyle.
5) Train Street – Coffee Break (30 minutes)
Finish the tour at Train Street, where cafés sit just inches from the railway line. Enjoy an egg coffee or a drink of your choice, take photos, and learn how locals live safely along the tracks. If the train schedule matches, you may even experience a train passing by.
Included Meal
During the tour, enjoy:
A set local meal (choice of stir-fried noodles, grilled pork with rice/vermicelli, or vegetarian option)
1 drink: egg coffee, iced coffee, tea, or soft drink
All meals are served at a clean, authentic local restaurant.
Highlights / Unique Selling Points (USP)
Explore 5 iconic and hidden locations in a single tour
Ride through backstreets and local neighborhoods
Visit rare stops not included in typical city tours (B52 Museum + Banana Island)
Enjoy a local meal and coffee experience
Perfect introduction to Hanoi’s culture, history, and lifestyle
Includes
English-speaking guide
Transportation by Jeep
Entrance fees to all attractions (Hoa Lo Prison, Imperial Citadel, B52 Museum, Banana Island)
Local meal & 1 drink
Bottled water
Helmet for Vespa option (if selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Hanoi
Not Included
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Additional drinks not listed in the meal
Tips for guide or driver (optional)
Travel insurance
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Important Information
What to Bring:
Comfortable shoes
Camera
Cash
Not Allowed:
Alcohol and drugs
