Hanoi

15 Best Hanoi Private Tours

The private tours that bend Hanoi to your pace: custom Old Quarter days, Ninh Binh with your own driver and cruise transfers timed to your boat. Flexibility costs little here and buys much.

1.Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony

Experience a 2-day cruise exploring Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays from Hanoi with private balconies, kayaking, local cuisine, and onboard activities—all highly rated.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Mona was really helpful and sweet with us and food was excellent in quality. We like our guide mona the most ❤️. View was excellent. Rooms were great and luxurious. We felt best here . And our guide Mona was really cooperative and sweet .…”

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2.Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City

Discover Hanoi on this private, student-led walking tour covering Hoan Kiem Lake, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, and more for just $5.

★ 5.0

“We had an excellent introduction to Hanoi with Ha and Minh. Communication was excellent prior to the tour and Ha adapted the tour based on what we previously had visited. The highlight for us was lunch from two different local street vendors - one a…”

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3.Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour With Real Foodie

Discover Hanoi’s best street food with a private guided tour. Tastes, culture, and local flavors in a 3-hour walk for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“This is a great experience. Our guide Mai was friendly and informative. We visited places that would be difficult without a knowledgeable guide. The food was authentic and interesting and it was fun hanging out with Mai.”

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4.PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat

Discover the best of Halong Bay with this private 1-day tour from Hanoi. Visit limestone islands, caves, enjoy kayaking, and authentic seafood in a personalized experience.

★ 5.0

“Robert and the team did a great job. It’s the off-season, so there weren’t many people around, but they still went above and beyond — even arranging a separate boat to accommodate our specific needs. Really appreciated the effort!”

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5.Private transfer between Hanoi Airport (HAN) and Hanoi Old Quarter

Experience hassle-free, private transport between Hanoi Airport and the Old Quarter for just $16. Efficient, comfortable, and perfect for first-timers.

★ 5.0

“The driver was waiting outside the arrival hall. There are many drivers there you need to actively look for the one holding your sign. The car was clean and comfortable. The drive was smooth. Driver was friendly..”

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6.Private Ha Long bay day trip(From Hanoi city or Halong harbour)

Experience the beauty of Halong Bay on this private day trip from Hanoi, including caves, floating villages, kayaking, and delicious seafood in a flexible, personalized tour.

★ 5.0

“This was a nice slow paced trip. Our guide Ha collected us from our hotel at the agreed time in the morning. The car was nice and comfortable and our driver Binh was good. We stopped at a pearl production facility on the way, where…”

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8.Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour with Student Guide

Discover Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a private guided walk, visiting Hoan Kiem Lake, ancient houses, temples, and enjoying water puppetry—all for just $5.

★ 5.0

“This was an EXCELLENT tour. We shared what sorts of things we were interested in - history, landmarks, food, and culture - and our guides delivered. Mai and Quynh were so sweet and friendly and took us all around the old quarter and showed us…”

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9.Best Seller-Private Full-Day Tour to Ninh Binh Depart from Hanoi

Discover Ninh Binh’s stunning landscapes, ancient sites, and serene boat rides on this private full-day tour from Hanoi, perfect for authentic and personalized experiences.

★ 5.0

“Very kind and knowledgeable guide, and an equally kind driver. The experience was the highlight of our trip, getting to see Ninh Binh and learn about the history of Vietnam since its inception. I’d highly recommend this tour if you’d like a more private and…”

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11.Private Unstoppable Gourmet Gastronomic Tour

Discover Hanoi’s culinary scene with a private food tour led by a former chef, exploring markets, street food, and fine restaurants for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Kevin gives an awesome insight and introduction to Vietnamese food, whilst moving around a number of restaurants. Very friendly, great sense of humour and his wide knowledge of all restaurants and types of food is amazing! Whether yoRead more”

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12.Private Guided Tour of Hanoi

Discover Hanoi’s highlights with a private, flexible tour led by friendly guides. Visit key sites, enjoy authentic insights, and tailor your experience.

★ 5.0

“Very informative and accommodating. Our guide met us at a different location at short notice when breakfast went longer than anticipated, and adapted to whatever we wanted to see on the day. Quinn informed us of the local history aRead more”

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13.Private Cooking Class in Local Villa with Market Tour

Discover authentic Vietnamese cuisine with a private Hanoi cooking class. Market tour, hands-on cooking, and a lush villa setting make this a memorable experience.

★ 5.0

“Highly recommended by Jenny on the Blog, this cooking class taught by MAXIE, is the best way to savor the flavors of Vietnam!! Maxie is a great teacher and very patient with a bigger than usual class. From hotel pick up to market shoppinRead more”

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14.Hanoi City Half-Day Private Tour: Train Street And All Highlights

Explore Hanoi’s highlights on a 4-5 hour private tour, including Train Street, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the French Quarter—perfect for busy travelers.

★ 5.0

“We booked this tour to give us a quick overview of the main attractions in Hanoi. It was totally worth it. Lan and her driver Juan covered off 6 interesting sites in just 4 hours. Door to door service. Really great. We learnt a lot…”

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15.Private Street Food Tour – Walking Hanoi Old Quarter

Discover Hanoi’s authentic street food scene on this private 3-hour walking tour through the Old Quarter, sampling up to 7 local specialties with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“We booked the Hanoi walking food tour with Train Street experience. Zoey was our guide. She knew many interesting facts about Hanoi, other parts of Vietnam and the foods we had. All of the food vendors were friendly and provided high quality products. It was…”

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More Hanoi Private Tours

4.5Hanoi City Half Day Private Tour: Hidden Corners & Train Street$52.00 5.0(Private) MUSEUM TOUR in HANOI$5.13 4.5Noi Bai Airport Pick-up (Private Airport ride to Hotels in Hanoi)$16.00 5.0The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour$78.52 5.0The Best Seller-Ninh Binh Private full day tour depart From Hanoi$115.00 5.0Private Cooking Class with 5 dishes of your choice$85.00 5.0Day tours from Hanoi city (PRIVATE TOUR)$109.00 5.0Private Hanoi City Half-Day Tour with Train Street Visiting$51.66 5.0Hanoi Airport Private Pickup Service ( From Airport > City )$15.50 4.5Hanoi Airport Private Arrival Transfer$16.00 5.0Private Hanoi Motorbike Sightseeing and Food Tour$55.00 5.0Unique Halong Private Day Cruise – Fishing Village, Kayak$345.00 5.0Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hanoi Private Tour$68.86 4.1Full-Day Perfume Pagoda Private or Small-Group Tour$67 5.0Best Private Day Trip Hanoi to Ninh Binh: Multiple Options$147.00 5.0[Hi-end] Private Hanoi Street Food Tour With Real Foodie$52.00 5.0Private: Hanoi Street Food Exploration and Train Street Trip$21.77 5.0Private Transfer Between Hanoi Airport (han) And Hanoi City Center$13.00 5.0Ninh Binh Private Tour to Mua Cave Trang An Grottoes From Hanoi$160.00 5.0Private Hanoi city tour full day$95.00 4.5Private Crowd Free Hanoi: Morning Highlights of the City Experience$95.00 5.0Private Hanoi Street Food Tour With Mr.Ha$60.00 5.0Hanoi Private Photoshoot Iconic Spots & Hidden Gems45 minutes - 2 hours$20 5.0(Private) Hanoi War Sites Tour$5.13