Hanoi Half-Day Jeep City Tour with Local Food
- 4–4.5 hours
- Free hotel pickup
- English-speaking guide
- Private option
From $49 per adult
- Free date change
- Reserve now & pay later
Landmarks, hidden corners and Hanoi's favourite flavours — the complete city experience by vintage Jeep.
Highlights
- Optional: a female guide in the traditional Vietnamese ao dai (+US$5 per person)
- Our most popular tour, in a restored Soviet-era army Jeep
- Old Quarter, St. Joseph's Cathedral, the Opera House and Hanoi Train Street
- Cross the Red River to Banana Island and meet local farmers
- West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda, the McCain memorial and the B-52 relic
- Egg coffee, lotus tea and Bun Cha included
What travellers say
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
This tour was very informative and engaging. The tour was presented in perfect English by our guide, John who was able to answer all our questions. The timing on train street was perfect. If time in Hanoi is short this is a great way to see lots of the attractions in a short space of time.
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
We did the morning Jeep tour through Hanoi backstreets and Banana Island with Eco Trip Asia. Outstanding service! Our driver was skilled and navigating Hanoi traffic was actually a breeze. The coffee stop at the railway track was unforgettable. Highly recommended!
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
Super well organized tour by City Tour Hanoi team. From pickup at the hotel to the delicious egg coffee at the train street café, everything was flawless. The driver took safety very seriously.
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
We had an amazing time exploring Hanoi with our tour guide, Jinny. She was friendly, helpful, and made the whole trip enjoyable. She helped us take nice photos at St. Joseph’s Cathedral, brought us to enjoy a delicious Bun Cha lunch, and made sure we caught the train at Train Street. Banana Island was one of our favorite stops. My mom got to relive old memories, the fruits were fresh, juicy, sweet, and delicious, the tea was great, and we had lots of fun feeding the geese. There’s just too much to say about this tour—you’ll have to experience it for yourself! Thank you, Jinny, for making our Hanoi trip so memorable. Highly recommended!
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
Hadea and Thanh have given us a fabulous evening tour of Hanoi . We visited Train street, Banana island, tasted egg coffee and ate traditional food. We really enjoyed our evening with the super driver and the top guide Hadea!!!
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
A wonderful way to experience the local side of Hanoi! 🇻🇳✨ We started at Train Street and then explored a completely different, more local side of Hanoi. We visited local areas and a banana farm, got to taste local wine, and learned more about the everyday life and culture of Hanoi. We also got to watch the beautiful sunset and click lots of pictures along the way. 📸🌅 Mr. Hieu was so kind and patient and made sure we got plenty of great photos. It was such a fun and memorable part of the experience! We ended the tour with delicious Vietnamese coffee, and the best surprise was receiving printed photos from the tour at the end. Such a thoughtful gesture and a lovely memory to take home. 🤍 Overall, it was a fun, comfortable, and memorable experience. Thank you, Mr. Hieu, for making the tour so enjoyable and for showing us a different side of Hanoi! Highly recommended if you want to explore beyond the usual tourist spots.
About this tour
- Free date changeDeposits are non-refundable, but you can move your tour to another date, subject to availability.
- Reserve now & pay laterSend a booking request for free. A small deposit secures your spot; the rest is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
- Duration 4–4.5 hoursStarting times: 08:00, 12:30, 17:00
- Live tour guideEnglish-speaking guide
- Pickup & meeting pointFree hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Group size1–6 guests per booking
- Private tour availableBook a private tour for just your party, with your own guide and vehicle.
- DifficultyEasy
Itinerary
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Start
Pickup & Old Quarter
Meet your guide and driver at your hotel, then explore the Old Quarter, St. Joseph's Cathedral, the Hanoi Opera House and the famous Train Street, where life happens beside the tracks.
French Quarter & Ba Dinh
Ride past the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the National Assembly as your guide explains Vietnam's recent history.
Banana Island
Cross to the green island in the Red River, meet local farmers and enjoy tropical fruit and green tea in a quiet countryside setting.
West Lake & historic sites
Visit West Lake, the John McCain memorial, Tran Quoc Pagoda and the B-52 wreckage in Huu Tiep Lake.
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Finish
Egg coffee, lotus tea & Bun Cha
Finish with Hanoi's signature egg coffee, delicate lotus tea and a meal of Bun Cha. Morning tours end with lunch, afternoon tours start with lunch and sunset tours end with dinner.
The route is approximate and may change with traffic and weather.
Full description
This is the tour that made us known: four and a half hours across Hanoi in an open-top vintage army Jeep, combining the big landmarks with places most visitors never find. Your guide is a Hanoi local and your driver knows every shortcut, so you can simply sit back, ask questions and stop for photos.
Start in the Old Quarter and on Hanoi Train Street, continue through the French Quarter and Ba Dinh, then cross the Red River to Banana Island to meet farmers and taste fresh fruit with green tea. Back in the city you visit West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda and the B-52 relic before finishing with egg coffee, lotus tea and Bun Cha — the grilled pork and noodle dish Hanoi is famous for. Morning, afternoon and sunset departures include lunch or dinner.
Great for
- First-time visitors who want the whole city in one tour
- Food lovers
- Couples, families and friends
- History
- Culture
- Food
- Local life
Includes
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Vintage army Jeep with professional driver
- Lunch or dinner (Bun Cha), egg coffee and lotus tea
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter
- Rain ponchos if needed
- Insurance during the tour
Not included
- Extra drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips for your guide and riders/driver (optional)
- Anything not mentioned as included
Prices
| Traveller | Group tour | Private tour |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (9+ years) | $49 | $72 |
| Child (5–8 years) · 75% of adult | $36.75 | $54 |
| Child (under 5 years) | Free | Free |
Pickup
Free hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Free hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Staying outside the Old Quarter: meet us at 46 Nguyen Huu Huan Street or Hanoi Opera House
- I will meet the guide at the starting point
Important information
- Each Jeep seats up to 6 guests
- We visit Train Street only where and when it is allowed and follow the local rules
- The tour passes some landmarks with photo stops rather than going inside
- A surcharge applies on public holidays such as Lunar New Year, payable on site
- Optional: female guide in a traditional ao dai — US$5 per person. Tick it when you book
- Each child gets their own child seat. Babies too small to sit alone ride with you, on your lap
- The jeep has a canvas roof, but rain blows in from the sides, so we give you a poncho
- A deposit confirms your booking: 15% for bookings under $100, 10% for larger bookings. The balance is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
- Deposits are non-refundable. You can change your tour date, subject to availability.
Frequently asked questions
Are food and drinks included?
Yes — the food and drinks listed in the itinerary are included. Vegetarian and vegan options are available; just tell us about any dietary needs when you book.
Can we see Hanoi Train Street?
Yes. Train Street is part of the route and your guide follows the local rules. If you are lucky with the timetable, you will see a train pass.
Do we go inside the attractions?
We focus on hidden corners and local life, so we pass several landmarks with photo stops rather than going inside. You can always return later on your own.
What is the difference between the group and the private tour?
On the group tour you may share the experience with a few other travellers. The private tour is just for your party, with your own guide and vehicle, and the timing can be adapted to you.
What happens if it rains?
Tours run in rain or shine. We provide rain ponchos, and your guide may adjust the order of stops to keep you comfortable. If we have to cancel because the weather makes the tour unsafe, you can move it to another date free of charge or choose a full refund. If the tour goes ahead and you decide not to join, the deposit is not refundable, but you can still change your date.
Can I change my date or cancel?
Deposits are non-refundable, but you can move your tour to another date, subject to availability.
Do I have to pay now?
Send a booking request for free. A small deposit secures your spot; the rest is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
How much do children pay?
Children aged 5–8 pay 75% of the adult price; under 5 join free.
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