Hanoi: Full-Day Tour with Bat Trang Pottery Village

Discover the best of Hanoi on a full-day tour that includes a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature, and the One Pillar Pagoda. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch and explore Bat Trang village, renowned for its traditional pottery.

Start your day with a pick-up from your hotel and head to the iconic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, made entirely of marble. Witness the preserved body of President Ho Chi Minh, the founding father of modern Vietnam, on display in a glass case.

See the house where he lived until 1969, with his study, desk, bed, and other personal items on display from the hallway. Continue to the One Pillar Pagoda, a unique architectural marvel that represents the Buddhist symbol of the lotus flower, perched atop a single pillar in the middle of a pond.

Explore the Temple of Literature, dedicated to Confucius and home to Vietnam’s first university, established in 1076. After a visit to the Temple of Literature, enjoy a peaceful stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake. This serene spot in the heart of Hanoi is rich in folklore and natural beauty, featuring the ancient Turtle Tower in the middle of the lake.

Enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch, with Pho being the main dish, giving you a true taste of local cuisine. Head to Bat Trang, a traditional pottery village just southeast of Hanoi. This village has been making pottery for centuries, and you’ll see firsthand the intricate, colorful designs that have made it popular both domestically and internationally.