Xin Chao Hanoi!
Bite-sized trip
Day 1 – Arrival in Hanoi
Hanoi is high on atmosphere, making it a brilliant place to begin a trip to Vietnam. You’ll stay in close proximity to the Old Quarter, the cultural heart of Hanoi. The central hotel is a great place to settle into your Vietnamese adventure. Ambling between the backstreets you’ll come across sacred temples, shoemakers and hawkers serving up steaming bowls of herb-rich Pho.
Days 2-3 – Like a local & departure
Today you’ll visit a local cafe for a tasty Vietnamese coffee, here you’ll meet your guide who’ll double as your language tutor. They’ll explain the basics of the Vietnamese language and give you a “survival kit” for your time travelling in Vietnam. With your new found skills you’ll wander through the Old Quarter together and find plenty of chances to interact with the local Vietnamese sellers and buy souvenirs.
After around 4 hours you’ll take the final step of the lesson by pulling over a taxi and telling the driver in Vietnamese to take you back to your hotel. The afternoon is free for you to explore the rest of the city and perhaps practice the Vietnamese you’ve just learnt. While most of Hanoi is hectic, Hoan Kiem Lake is a great spot to slow down and catch your breath.
After breakfast on day 3 it’s time to head on to the next destination on your Vietnam itinerary.
Accommodation
For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options
Upgrade to our In Style accommodation
For this bite-sized trip we have an alternative option available for your accommodation. Our In Style version is something a bit more special or unique but still with lots of local flavour! If you would like to upgrade your accommodation for this bite-size trip select our In Style option below.
Hanoi - Street Food Safari
This evening you will embark on a culinary and cultural journey through Hanoi with your guide. You’ll learn all about local legends, admire the ancient architecture and taste a range of delicacies from grilled pork to vermicelli dumplings, as you wander the streets of the Old Quarter. You’ll finish the evening with a local ‘Bia Hoi’ beer or green hot tea as you watch life pass by.
Hanoi - After Dark Vespa Tour
If you want to experience the real rhythm of life in Hanoi, this trip is a great way to do so. Just like a local you’ll hop on the back of a vintage Vespa scooter and along with your experienced driver and guide weave through the iconic backstreets of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. You’ll get the chance to savour delicious local dishes including Bun Cha, Pho Cuon and traditional rice wine! All bikes are properly maintained and you’ll be provided with a safety helmet. You’ll meet your guide and driver at around 6pm and finish at your final stop at around 10pm, where you will enjoy some live music. This is a truly unique way to see the city and interact with the locals.
Hanoi - Photography tour
Halong Bay private day tour
If you are short on time but you’d still like to experience the outstanding natural beauty of Halong Bay, we can arrange a day tour for you. You will be collected from your hotel in Hanoi and transferred to Halong, where you’ll board a private junk boat for your 4-hour cruise. “Dragon descending to the sea“ as it is known in Vietnamese, picturesque Halong Bay has more than 3,000 limestone islets rising from the emerald water, many of them containing beautiful grottoes such as Thien Cung and Dau Go. You’ll enjoy a Seafood lunch on board before heading back to Halong for your transfer back to Hanoi.
