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No need to travel to London or Hong Kong to experience riding a vibrant red double-decker bus anymore. Now, when you travel to Hanoi, you have another must-try experience in your itinerary.
Official launch of the double-decker bus route in Hanoi
After a period of trial runs, the first 3 open-top double-decker buses have officially commenced operations, serving tourists exploring the capital city on the morning of May 30th. This event has garnered significant attention from both Hanoi residents and admirers of the city.
The official launch of the double-decker City Tour bus service is now in full swing. Image source: Internet
Key features of the Hanoi City Tour double-decker bus
These three double-decker buses belong to phase 1 of the project invested and operated by Transerco, with each bus costing up to 9 billion VND. Meeting European emission standards, each super bus can accommodate up to 80 people and boasts a range of outstanding amenities including:
1/ Free Wi-Fi, charging ports, screens, refrigerators, surveillance cameras
2/ Environmentally friendly, modern engine, smooth operation.
3/ Low-flat floor suitable for seniors, children, and people with disabilities
4/ Open-top design allows passengers to freely enjoy city scenery.
5/ Vehicle equipped with global positioning system (GPS)
6/ Features multilingual audio guides in 5 languages: Vietnamese, English, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, allowing travelers to choose their preferred language and enjoy various modern entertainment programs.
7/ Stops at famous tourist landmarks in Hanoi.
This hop-on-hop-off bus is quite renowned in London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia. Image source: Internet
Ticket prices and operating hours:
Operating hours of the double-decker bus:
Frequency: Every 30 minutes per trip
Ticket prices: There are 3 types of tickets corresponding to the duration of the bus ride: 300,000 VND / 4 hours; 450,000 VND / 24 hours; and 650,000 VND / 48 hours.
Travelers can use the ticket anytime within its validity period or transfer it to others for use.
Ticket purchase locations: Ticket counters are located at the Fountain Square, Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square. Additionally, travelers can board along the route (at designated stops) and purchase tickets from guides. Tickets can also be purchased online at: https://hopon-hopoff.vn/
A ticket sales point for the double-decker bus in Hanoi. Image source: Internet
Route for the Hanoi City Tour double-decker bus:
For each trip, this modern bus will traverse 25 streets with 13 stops for passenger embarkation and disembarkation. Travelers will explore 30 famous landmarks in the capital city of Hanoi. The specific route is as follows:
1/ Weekdays: Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square (Parking by the Lake) - Le Thai To - Trang Thi - Dien Bien Phu - Doc Lap - Hoang Van Thu - Hung Vuong - Thanh Nien - Yen Phu - Thanh Nien - Phan Dinh Phung - Hung Vuong - Hoang Dieu - Le Hong Phong - Hung Vuong - Nguyen Thai Hoc - Van Mieu - Temple of Literature - Ton Duc Thang - Nguyen Thai Hoc - Ly Thuong Kiet - Cua Nam Phan Boi Chau - Phan Chu Trinh - Hai Ba Trung - Le Thanh Tong - Trang Tien - Dinh Tien Hoang - Parking by the Lake.
This modern bus passes through many landmarks of the Hanoi Capital. Image source: Internet
2/ Weekends: Hanoi Opera House - Trang Tien - Ly Thuong Kiet - Ngo Quyen - Quang Trung - Trang Thi - Dien Bien Phu - Doc Lap - Hoang Van Thu - Hung Vuong - Thanh Nien - Yen Phu - Thanh Nien - Hung Vuong - Phan Dinh Phung - Hoang Dieu - Le Hong Phong - Nguyen Thai Hoc - Hung Vuong - Temple of Literature - Ton Duc Thang - Nguyen Thai Hoc - Cua Nam - Phan Boi Chau - Ly Thuong Kiet - Phan Chu Trinh - Hai Ba Trung - Le Thanh Tong - Hanoi Opera House.
Route map of the Hanoi City Tour bus. Image source: Internet
Key Notes for Riding Double Decker Buses:
1/ If you want to enjoy the cityscape from an open-top bus, it's best to ride in the early morning (before 11 am) or in the evening (after 4 pm), or on cooler days as it can get quite hot without a roof.
2/ When doing a city tour on this double-decker bus, avoid spending too much time at one stop. You won't have enough time to visit other places and waiting for the next bus can be lengthy.
3/ There are 3 ticket options available, ranging from 24 to 48 hours validity, but the buses only operate from 9 am to 5 pm. So, make sure to plan your time wisely to make the most out of your ticket.
4/ When sitting on the second floor admiring the view, ensure to take all necessary safety precautions to avoid unfortunate accidents.
We hope this double-decker bus will be an exciting new experience for tourists visiting the capital city of Hanoi. If you've already ridden this modern red bus, share your feedback with Mytour!
The thousand-year-old capital city is always an attractive tourist destination for both domestic and international visitors. Image source: Internet
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