Things to Do in Hanoi And North

Begin the day by our guide picking you up from your hotel within Hanoi Old Quarter. Then, we depart for Ninh Binh province. Along the way, a short 15-minute break is scheduled before moving on to our initial destination. Explore Hoa Lư , the ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010, where you'll delve into Vietnamese history during the feudal era under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties. Continue your journey with a 45-minute cycling tour around the village, gaining insights into the daily lives of the local people. Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant , featuring a wide array of local dishes. Then embark on a

1. 5-hour bamboo boat excursion through Tam Coc , where you'll be enchanted by the captivating landscapes, including paddy fields, rivers, waterways, cloud-draped skies, and stunning cave systems. This natural beauty has earned it the nickname " Ha Long Bay on land ." Return to the bus for our next destination, Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Prepare for a climb of nearly 500 steps to reach the summit of Lying Dragon Mountain , from where you'll enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Tam Coc. Board the bus for your return trip to Hanoi marking the conclusion of your enriching Ninh Binh adventure. It's a day filled with history, natural beauty, and authentic local experiences that you'll cherish for years to come. Inclusions: Buffet lunch Tickets Guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Bottled water Exclusions: Drinks Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!

Our guide meets you at the hotel around Old Quarter Hanoi (or at our appointment if you stay far away from the Old Quarter). Begin the walking food tour to breathe in the aromatic scents wafting from street hawker stalls selling everything from exotic fruit to seafood. Our guide will also inform you stories about the ingredients and history of Hanoi’s food culture and northern Vietnamese specialties. Continue going around Hanoi Old Quarter, sample fruit, and street snacks and visit some famous and specialized-food families or stalls, little local restaurants run by authentic local chefs, certainly you will watch the chefs at work and taste some particular dishes (Your choice or our recommendations. Vegetarian food or special requirement is available upon request). Not yet, to add something sweet to the menu, try the local specialty of fresh fruit served in a cup with crushed ice and condensed milk, or try the local favorite egg coffee or perhaps a chilled drink at a corner cafe near Hoan Kiem Lake with amazing views. Your food tour ends here, so you can continue exploring on your own, take a cab or ask our guide for directions to your hotel. Inclusions: Meal Drinks Exclusions: Transfer Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Enjoy a tour of this remarkable city. Our guide picks us up at the hotel to take part in Hanoi City Tour, firstly visit Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum (outside view on Monday and Friday/Fine Art Museum as an alternative), his house on stilt, the botanical garden, and the Presidential palace while learning about his life and revolutionary activities. On the way out visit One Pillar pagoda. The pagoda was constructed in 1049 by King Ly Thai Tong according to his dream of Bodhisattva seating on a lotus flower which led him to the pagoda and Temple of Literature. Then, we will have lunch at a local restaurant. After that, visit Hoan Kiem Lake (Restored Sword lake) with Ngoc Son temple and Ethnology Museum. Then take the 1-hour cyclo tour around the Old quarter through its streets which are named after the guilds that used to represent such as Hang Bac (Silver Street), Hang Gai (Silk Street), Hang Tre (Bamboo Street), etc. Return to the hotel and finish an unforgettable full day of Hanoi Sightseeing! Inclusions: Lunch Tickets Air-conditioned transportation Shared transfers Guide Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Hidden just 60 kilometers southwest of Hanoi, the Perfume Pagoda is a natural haven that nature lovers will appreciate. The day begins with a leisurely 3-hour sampan boat cruise through breathtaking rice fields and limestone karst formations, reminiscent of Halong Bay. After this tranquil journey, you'll head up to the Perfume Pagoda, where a complex of shrines and temples is beautifully integrated into the limestone hillside. The pagoda's serene surroundings, rich cultural significance, and stunning natural beauty make it an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of Hanoi, offering a day of both relaxation and exploration. Inclusions: Meals as indicated Entrance fee to the attractions Car/minivan. Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Experience a relaxing time at Vietnam Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) by staying at one of their lounges! Take advantage of their luxurious and well-equipped facilities before getting on your next flight. Choose between two lounges, both of which have enough features to keep you satisfied. Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, freshly prepared food and beverages, and much more. They have flight monitors, and they are located near boarding gates so you won’t miss your flight even if you get carried away with the many luxuries available. Choose a lounge now, and say goodbye to tediously waiting for your flight at the airport! Lounge options: Domestic flights: Song Hong Premium Lounge- Located on the 3rd floor, departure D, Terminal

1. International flights: Song Hong Business Lounge - Located on the 4th Floor departure Terminal

Join a group tour from Hanoi for an exciting Halong Bay adventure. Embark on a captivating journey with Halong Premium Cruise , starting with a hotel pickup in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay as you explore Surprising Cave, kayak in Luon Cave , and ascend to the summit of Titov Peak for a panoramic view. Enjoy a sunset party on the deck with tea and cakes, creating unforgettable memories amidst this iconic natural wonder. After a day of adventure, the tour concludes with a group return to your Hanoi hotel, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience. Inclusions: Meals as indicated Entrance fee to the attractions Car/minivan. Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter at your hotel lobby or our meeting point for safety briefing, we then begin our adventure. Firstly, we will take you to see the Hanoi Opera House which is considered as a historical and architectural landmark as well as attraction in Hanoi where a range of important events have taken place. We expose you the real Hanoi with a day in the life experiences, featured with the parts-unknown of the city with slices of life in the maze of backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools, random markets and black market, experiencing where and how locals live, work and play. On the second part of Hanoi Jeep tour, we pass by and stop at the must-see places of our beautiful city. On the way we will pass through Ho Chi Minh mausoleum - the Mecca of Vietnamese Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum , sacred place built to keep Ho Chi Minh’s body remained after he passed away so that he can somehow find contentment in seeing Vietnam united. After that, we take you go through the Thanh Nien street which lies between 2 beautiful lakes of Hanoi, one of the most beautiful street of the city. Then we move to Banana island which we call the hidden charm of Hanoi where is just about 3, 4 km far from the center but the scenery is totally different with to modern city. You'll have a chance to visit their farm, see the local’s houses, talk with local people to know about their life style, enjoy the organic tropical fruits they grow by themselves and try the green tea. After that we also take you to the peaceful and allure out-skirt villages around West lake and Truc Bach lake to enrich your experiences about the contrast in harmony of life between the city center and the out-skirt. Then we go to visit and learn about Van Nien pagoda or also known as 1000-year-old Buddhist pagoda, it’s one of the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi. On the third part of Hanoi Jeep tour, we will cross Hoang Hoa Tham - the most beautiful bonsai in Hanoi street which will make you impress by the fresh green trees and colourful flowers. Our Jeep will take you go through the back street, see the small alleys of Hanoi as you would experience a hidden tranquil of Hanoi – B52 American aircraft which was shot down by Vietnamese people, a hectic of Hanoi with thousands of skyscrapers in the new parts of the city. On the last part of the tour, you will stop at different restaurants, eateries and food stalls to savor some of Hanoi best specialties before getting back to your hotel. Tour options: -Morning tour with lunch included at the end. -Afternoon tour with lunch included at the begin. Inclusions: Lunch Tickets Driver Guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Bottled water Exclusions: Drinks Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!

Our drivers and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel to start a tour to visit Hanoi city. Your first visit is Café Giang (Giang Café), a very famous coffee shop known for its Egg coffee. Next, our drivers will take you to the Hanoi Opera House , built in 1911, to take some photos together as a memento of Hanoi. After that, we will take you to local markets to see people selling everyday essentials and stroll around the small alleys to visit the old houses and experience the daily life of urban people, which is little known by tourists when visiting Hanoi. Next, we will take you to the most highlighted places such as Train Street, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (we won't go inside as it's closed time of this place), Huu Tiep Lake (B

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Halong Bay is well-known as one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The Bay, located in northern Vietnam, is home to thousands of limestone islands and islets of various shapes that rise from the turquoise sea. Take a full-day cruise around the magnificent Halong Bay and among the thousands of islands that jut out of the sea with its spectacular natural environment. Visiting the floating village, grottoes, kayaking, swimming , and enjoying a sumptuous seafood lunch while onboard would be an ideal option for those with a limited schedule but who would like to explore this stunning area. Itinerary*

• 8:45am – 9:30am: Depart from the hotel for Tuan Chau Island, Halong City. Stop for a rest along the way.

Discover the real Hanoi! Let the driver guide you through the iconic narrow streets of this incredible capital city on a vintage Vespa . Explore unique places off the beaten path and soak up the atmosphere as we experience the local lifestyle. Start off with a welcome drink and enjoy the most spectacular view of the capital. Navigating through the streets of the bustling Old Quarter , we explore the picturesque murals on Art Street. Then heading off to Long Bien Bridge and surrounding areas . Next our journey takes us to a bustling and vibrant open market to shop with the local people from Hanoi. After zooming through narrow alleyways, we reach the crash site of an American B-52 bomber in a city lake and learn of the city’s more recent history before visiting a peaceful Buddhist temple set in the most beautiful gardens. Our last stop is a tranquil green oasis at a miniature Kumquat farm (seasonal) or we learn about the ancient tradition of making tea at the home of a Vietnamese Tea Master. This tour is perfect if you like hidden gems, culture and people. Others Please note this is not a self-drive tour. You will sit at the back of an experienced Vespa driver. Inclusions: Snack Tickets Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Guide Drinks Water Rain coat (if necessary) Helmet Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process.;Please bring a hat and sunglasses. Don't forget to bring sun cream on and wear comfortable clothing. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

A Jeep Tour is a fun way to experience the sights, smells and tastes of Hanoi not like a trip through the window of a mundane air-con car. And definitely, the best way to see and learn about the real Hanoi, not just the run-off-the-mill tourist sites. If you are looking for a way to see Hanoi in style, then this the one-of-a-kind tour for you! Venice has gondolas, Paris has 2CVS, Rome has Fiats and in Hanoi, we have Vietnam People’s Army legendary Jeep-Uaz469 from the Soviet Era. Gaz69 Jeep was a legend of the Soviet Bloc and Vietnamese Army in the 50s and 60s, by now, any of Gaz69 left is definitely a national antique as the last ones were built in

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If you want to escape from the hustling and bustling city of Hanoi to immerse yourselves into the peaceful and allure villages and tranquil farms of the Red River Delta to explore the timeless traditional villages and learn about “a day in the life” of the locals outside of Hanoi. Also, learning about the impacts on the local people under urbanization and industrialization. Choose a vintage vehicle, such as a motorcycle or a Jeep, and join us on this educational journey to learn about life outside of Hanoi. Leave the busy streets of Hanoi via a scenic road winding through the city’s Old Quarter, through the urban outskirts, and into the countryside. We’ll cross the bridge to the other side of the Red river where you can immerse yourselves in tranquil countryside. Experience the beauty of Vietnam’s countryside as you ride through back roads and along the banks of the Red River on our Hanoi village tour. See local villagers at work as your guide will engage you with traditional rural activities and sights. We’ll continue our journey by riding through the tranquil banana and vegetable farming area of Red River . There will be lots of opportunities to stop and take photos of the beautiful surroundings and the locals working on their farms. We then head off to the 1000-year-old village ceramic village of Bat Trang, the biggest pottery village in Vietnam where we visit an old artisan family to learn about Vietnamese art of ceramics and cuisines. Inclusions: Guide Drinks All food tastings Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Rain coat (if necessary) Tickets Important Info: Please bring a hat and sunglasses. We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

Today, we'll explore the maze of streets in the French Quarter by cyclo (rickshaw), taking in highlights such as the Opera house and Ly Thai To Park. We then swap our wheels for a leisurely walk through '36 streets of the old quarter', named after the numerous guilds that once set up shop on a particular street, from silk tailors to traditional medicine shops. We would journey you to so many parts of Hanoi, from the maze of zigzagging backstreets, hectic traffic, to the old French boulevards as well as tasting the most famous coffee and snacks of Hanoi. Also, we pass by and tick off most of the famous city’s landmarks! This is a fun way to experience the sights, smells, and tastes of Hanoi. And definitely, the best way to see and learn about the real Hanoi, not just the tourist sites. Inclusions: Guide Coffee Snack Transport Hotel pick-up and drop-off Tickets Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process.;We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. Hat, Sunglasses, Sun cream. Redeem Info: PRINTED - A printed voucher must be handed in prior to departure.

Get ready for an amazing day in Hanoi! Our driver guide will pick you up from your hotel bright and early to start your adventure. First stop: Café Giang. You'll get to taste the famous egg coffee, a Hanoi speciality with a rich history passed down through generations. Following this delightful start, our drivers will escort you to the iconic Hanoi Opera House , constructed in 1911, providing an opportunity for memorable photos as a keepsake of your time in Hanoi. Continue your journey by immersing yourself in the local markets , and observing the vibrant activity of people selling everyday essentials. Joining our tour, venture into the narrow alleys to discover the charm of old houses and witness the daily lives of urban dwellers, offering insights that are often overlooked by typical tourists exploring Hanoi. In addition to the narrow alleys, our tour will guide you through prominent landmarks such as Train Street, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and Huu Tiep Lake (B

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Get ready for an amazing day! We'll pick you up bright and early from your hotel in the heart of the Old Quarter. Then, we'll head to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum . You'll learn so much about Ho Chi Minh's incredible life and his vital role in shaping this country! Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda (one of the oldest pagodas in Vietnam) and the Ethnology Museum , the most recent yet probably the largest and undoubtedly the most interesting Museums in Ha Noi and Vietnam. In the afternoon, visit the first university in Vietnam, the Temple of Literature and Hoa Lo Prison , The French kept mainly political prisoners here along with those awaiting sentencing at the nearby Court of Justice, also where American pilots who had been shot down and captured were kept as prisoners of war. Inclusions: Guide Lunch Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Tickets Exclusions: Drinks Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!