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Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass

4-hour or 24-hour pass Hop-on hop-off pass Hanoi, Vietnam
Starting from · per person₹430
How long4-hour or 24-hour pass
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Highlights

  • 13 stops on one loop, passing more than 20 of Hanoi's sights (hopon-hopoff.vn)
  • An open-top double-decker bus, with a bus at each stop roughly every 30 minutes
  • Buses run 9am-6.30pm with a midday break; the last bus leaves at 5.30pm
  • A 4-hour pass or a 24-hour pass, so you set your own pace and stops

Is it right for you?

Seniors
Possible for seniors, with care: Boarding is at ground level and the ride itself needs no walking, though reaching the open top deck means climbing the bus stairs
Getting around
Little walking
Children
Children enjoy the open top deck and the freedom to hop off, though it has no roof, so carry sun protection
Setting
Indoors and outdoors
Time of day
Morning, Afternoon, Evening
Pickup
No hotel pickup

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From the operator's and venue's own published information. Tell your captain about anyone's mobility, age or food needs and we confirm the details for your date.

The story

This is a ticket for Hanoi's open-top hop-on hop-off bus, which runs a loop of 13 stops past more than 20 of the city's sights, among them Hoan Kiem Lake, St Joseph's Cathedral, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature and the Hanoi Opera House (hopon-hopoff.vn, checked 26 Sep 2026). A bus passes each stop roughly every 30 minutes, running from 9am to 6.30pm with a break at midday, and one full loop without getting off takes about an hour and a half (hopon-hopoff.vn, checked 26 Sep 2026). The operator sells two passes.

What it feels like: the top deck is the point of it, the city seen from above the traffic rather than through a coach window. Because you can get off wherever you like and simply wait for the next bus, the day is yours to shape: a longer stop at the Temple of Literature, a shorter one at the cathedral, lunch somewhere in between with no guide waiting on you.

Who this suits, and why: solo travellers and friends groups who would rather cover Hanoi's spread-out sights at their own pace than commit to a fixed itinerary, and families whose children like the open top deck and the freedom to hop off when they tire of the bus. It is transport between sights, not a guided tour, so it suits travellers happy to read up on what they are seeing themselves.

What your ticket covers

Opening hours and entry times are confirmed for your date.

  1. Board the open-top bus at any of its 13 stops; your pass starts running from the time printed on your ticket (hopon-hopoff.vn).

  2. Ride the full loop or get off at any stop to explore, then rejoin a later bus. A bus reaches each stop roughly every 30 minutes between 9am and 6.30pm, with a break around midday.

  3. The 4-hour pass covers a single window from boarding; the 24-hour pass covers loops and stops for a full day from the time stated on your ticket.

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Inclusions

  • A hop-on hop-off pass on Hanoi's open-top double-decker bus, for the duration you choose (4 hours or 24 hours)
  • Unlimited stops and re-boarding within your pass window, at any of the route's 13 stops

Exclusions

  • Entry fees to any attraction along the route, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature
  • Food, drinks and shopping at the stops
  • Hotel pickup: this is a bus pass, not a private transfer

Know before you go

  • This is an open-top bus; carry sun protection, a hat and water, and a light rain layer for a sudden shower.
  • The pass is for transport between sights; it does not include entry to any attraction on the route.
  • Buses run 9am to 6.30pm with a break around midday and the last bus at 5.30pm; plan your last stop with that in mind.
  • The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum keeps a formal dress code and closes on some days; check before planning your stop there.
  • The operator does not name the exact boarding point to start the pass; your captain confirms it.
  • The route, stops and hours on this page are those of the Hanoi open-top bus sold on hopon-hopoff.vn; your captain confirms your pass is for that bus.
  • Child and infant prices and age bands are not on the operator's list; your captain quotes them with the operator.
  • Availability is confirmed by the operator when your captain books; a booking can be declined by the supplier for a price change, allocation or stop-sale.
  • Prices are in INR. GST and TCS are shown in your written quote.

Policies

Payment policy

Your quote sets out the deposit, the balance and when each is due.

Pay by UPI or bank transfer as per your quote.

5% GST and 2% TCS apply to overseas packages and are shown in your written quote before you pay.

Confirmation policy

We confirm on WhatsApp and email once your payment is received and the supplier has confirmed availability. Tickets and vouchers follow within 24 working hours of that confirmation.

Refund policy

If the supplier cannot deliver after you have paid, you get an equal or better alternative at no extra cost, or a full refund of that item within 7 working days. You choose.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation terms as confirmed with the operator at booking; ask your captain before you pay - checked 22 Sep 2026

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Questions travellers ask

How much does Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass cost?

Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass starts at ₹430 per person. GST and TCS are added and shown in your written quote before payment. The final price depends on your date, time slot and group size.

What is included in Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass?

Included: A hop-on hop-off pass on Hanoi's open-top double-decker bus, for the duration you choose (4 hours or 24 hours); Unlimited stops and re-boarding within your pass window, at any of the route's 13 stops.

What is not included in Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass?

Not included: Entry fees to any attraction along the route, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature; Food, drinks and shopping at the stops; Hotel pickup: this is a bus pass, not a private transfer.

How long is Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass?

4-hour or 24-hour pass in Hanoi, Vietnam. Ask the team for a different time slot. Ticket only: getting there is up to you, or ask us to add a transfer.

What should I know before booking Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass?

This is an open-top bus; carry sun protection, a hat and water, and a light rain layer for a sudden shower. The pass is for transport between sights; it does not include entry to any attraction on the route. Buses run 9am to 6.30pm with a break around midday and the last bus at 5.30pm; plan your last stop with that in mind. The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum keeps a formal dress code and closes on some days; check before planning your stop there. The operator does not name the exact boarding point to start the pass; your captain confirms it. The route, stops and hours on this page are those of the Hanoi open-top bus sold on hopon-hopoff.vn; your captain confirms your pass is for that bus. Child and infant prices and age bands are not on the operator's list; your captain quotes them with the operator. Availability is confirmed by the operator when your captain books; a booking can be declined by the supplier for a price change, allocation or stop-sale. Prices are in INR. GST and TCS are shown in your written quote.

What is the cancellation policy for Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass?

Cancellation terms as confirmed with the operator at booking; ask your captain before you pay - checked 22 Sep 2026

Is Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass suitable for seniors or elderly parents?

It can suit seniors, with some care. Boarding is at ground level and the ride itself needs no walking, though reaching the open top deck means climbing the bus stairs. Little walking.

Can children do Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass, and is there a minimum age?

Children enjoy the open top deck and the freedom to hop off, though it has no roof, so carry sun protection.

Is Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass indoors or outdoors?

It is partly indoors and partly outdoors.

How do I book Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Pass?

Send your requirements from the trip page or on WhatsApp. The planning team reviews your enquiry during planning hours (10am–10pm IST) to confirm costs and availability. An enquiry is not a booking — a booking exists once a captain confirms it and your deposit clears.

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