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Enjoy a private tour from Hanoi to the Quintessence of Tonkin Show. Explore the Thay Pagoda complex, enjoy an optional dinner, and watch a live water-puppetry performance.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture with a live water-puppetry show
• Enjoy a private tour with hotel pickup and drop-off in Hanoi
• Explore the historic Thay Pagoda complex before the show
• Choose to have an early dinner at a local restaurant near the venue
• Take photos around the illuminated lake after the show

Description

Begin your evening with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Hanoi. Relax during the drive to the show venue at Thay Pagoda complex, Quoc Oai. Before the show begins, enjoy a light cultural walk around the historic pagoda grounds. Take in the ancient bridge over the lake, stone pagoda towers, and peaceful countryside scenery. Capture the sunset golden light for photos. Next, enjoy an optional early dinner near the venue. Choose from Vietnamese family dishes, grilled pork noodles, hotpot, or local snacks and drinks. Or, opt to head straight to the show. Arrive at the Quintessence of Tonkin Show, check in with your guide, take photos, and find your seats. Experience a world-class outdoor spectacle featuring live water-puppetry elements on a real lake, 250 local performers, Vietnamese folk music, and traditional instruments. Immerse yourself in Northern Vietnamese culture, legends, and history with light projections, water stages, special effects, life-size bamboo boats, and village scenes. Marvel at the stunning choreography with mountains as a backdrop. After the show, take photos around the illuminated lake, enjoy the cool countryside night breeze, and grab a quick snack or drink if you wish. Finally, relax on the drive back to your hotel in Hanoi.

Includes

Hotel pick-up and drop-off Private car/van transport Live tour guide Entrance to The Quintessence of Tonkin Show Optional dinner near the venue

Important Information

• The tour is best for couples, families, culture lovers, and photographers. The show features live water-puppetry and traditional Vietnamese music. Optional dinner is available before or after the show.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund