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

“My tour guide Huyền was incredible and so thoughtful and knowledgeable. It was also great to just ask each other questions about life in both of our countries and the history of Ha Noi. Couldn’t recommend more!”

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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

“Total local vibes and tips! My friend doesn’t like cilantro and our guide was very thoughtful, always made sure it was considered. Tried lots of local dishes we otherwise might have missed!!”

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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

“Absolutely amazing! Hai was so friendly and knowledgeable. The less touristy route allowed us to experience peaceful lagoons, beautiful caves, and incredible views. Highly recommend!”

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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

“If you’re based in Hanoi and want to see Halong Bay but don’t want to sleep over this is a great way of seeing everything. Lee was our tour guide. Great English and very accomodating to our group. The bus was huge and brand new.…”

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7.Hanoi Food Tours in Hanoi Old Quarter (Small Group/Private)

Discover Hanoi’s best street foods on a 3-hour small-group or private tour through the Old Quarter, with up to 10 tastings, drinks, and an expert guide.

★ 5.0

“This is a most worthy activity. Bao, our guide, had excellent English and introduced us to a variety of local dishes we would have never tried otherwise. And they were all delicious!”

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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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10.Hanoi City Tour: Private Half-Day Customized with Train Street

Discover Hanoi's highlights on this private half-day tour featuring iconic sights, Train Street, local markets, and cultural gems—all tailored for an authentic experience.

“Peter was amazing the best tour.very flexible on time polite and always ready to do anything you need. I love that he was very flexible also”

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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 is an amazing guide and host, and this food tour was the best food tours we’ve had anywhere in the world. He’ll take you to spots that will impress you and show you the beauty of cuisine found in northern Vietnam.”

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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

“Brilliant guide, many info provided, great tour! We saw all important sites in Saigon and many more hidden!”

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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

“This was such a fun experience. Going to the market and buying the food, and learning about the fish sauce, and finally enjoying the egg chocolate at the end. Maxi was a great host/chef/instructor. And has transport to and from th hotel! Would 100% recommend.”

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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

“Today’s Trip with Jim and his Driver was bloody beautiful - super 4.5 hours of our lives cruising in the Jeep being educated as you go Hidden Cafe was awesome”

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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