The Quintessence of Tonkin Show - CNN News "MUST-SEE IN HANOI"

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Hanoi, Vietnam

3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts

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Overview

The Quintessence of Tonkin is a mesmerizing cultural show performed in a gigantic purpose-built theater. Incorporating live music, dance, a dramatic light show, and water puppetry, it’s a spectacular, record-breaking showcase of northern Vietnamese history, heritage, and culture. Choose between platinum, gold, and silver tickets, which include a shuttle from central Hanoi: Upgrade for private transfers direct from your Hanoi address.

Tickets for the spectacular Quintessence of Tonkin show
Thrilling music, dance, and water puppetry performances
Watch an extraordinary show performed in the open air on a lake
Round-trip shuttle included: Upgrade for a private door-to-door service

What's Included

Round-trip private car service from your address for 60–70 km, based on selected option & price paid
Bus pickup and drop-off at the meeting point, based on the selected option and price
The Quintessence of Tonkin Ticket

Gratuities
Children with a height of 89cm or below can join this activity free of charge
Children with a height of 130cm and above will be charged the same rate as adults
Children with a height of 0 - 98 cm can be free 2-way transfer ticket if shared seat with parents

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Pickup point

Grand Plaza Hanoi Hotel
117 D Tran Duy Hung Street, Hanoi 100000 Vietnam

Pickup details

The distance from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to the show is 30-35 km one way. Shuttle Service: Included in the ticket, departs from Grand Plaza at 16:15-16:30, returns at 9:00 PM. Be at the pick-up point 15 minutes early. Private Transfer: Round-trip pick-up from your Hanoi address. Contact us for booking. Self-Travel: If not using the shuttle, go to Sai Son Commune, Quoc Oai District, Hanoi.

Meeting points

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Hanoi

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hanoi

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hanoi

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 23 reviews

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Wonderful show

David_M, Apr 2026

Great show. I’ve never seen anything like it. I also booked the city tour option and thoroughly enjoyed the city tour.

Beautiful show!

Tyler_P, Apr 2026

The show is truly stunning with a production value that rivals any of the American theme parks. Make sure that you get the platinum package. It's well worth the extra cost to have a delete entry, reserved seats, and even a little snack.

Don’t Miss This Spectacular Show

Amanda_S, Dec 2025

We throughly enjoyed the show. It was spectacular and it exceeded our expectations. The whole performance was set in the lake at the foot of the mountain which was better than any stage production we have ever seen. The use of the water is something to behold. Any pictures you may have seen won’t do this justice, it’s a definite must see.

The show was well done...

Catherine_A, Oct 2025

The show was well done and very interesting. It was good to learn some history. The ride was very long for an only an hour show.

excellent, beautiful, amazing ,spectacular show

Julia_A, Jan 2025

this is a must see if you are in Hanoi . I am so grateful for this experience. One of the best shows I’ve ever seen. Not to mention that communication with the company was clear and good. They took us to the airport right after the shore for extra $15 and that worked out so well. I am grateful for this opportunity to experience the show and not to miss our airplane. We did take a private driver.

Great evening of entertainment in Hanoi

JJ_K, Jul 2024

Are utilize the private transfer option to be driven directly to and from the show from my hotel. This saved time of not having to arrive too early and got me back quickly. Highly recommend this approach. Ation with the tour operator was excellent, driver was very good, and the show itself was spectacular, just as it is titled.

Great Communication and Show

Steven_T, Mar 2023

Through my own fault what could have been disastrous turned out to be a great evening! I was late getting to my hotel for pickup but was told to stay where I was and the driver would come get me. The new pickup was a little confusing in the midst of the weekend festivities in Old Quarter, but the driver was relentless and managed to find me and then drive me 45 minutes to get to the show. I missed the buffet but made it in time for the show with a great seat to view and out of the rain. Afterwards, the driver was waiting on me to take me directly to my room. Great job all around!