Top Hanoi Nature Walks - page 2

Discover some of the best bites in Hanoi’s Old Quarter on a food-focused walking tour of the city. The small group size offers a more intimate experience, and your guide will take you to the spots that most tourists miss for authentic street food. See how the locals live during a visit to a local market, too.

See local life on a small-group cyclo and walking tour of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, aka 36 Old Streets. Stop by countless street-side shops, food stalls and family-owned eateries to sample regional specialties. You can relax while your cyclo driver does the pedaling on this ubiquitous form of transport. Select from several departure times for a tour with personalized commentary from an informative guide.

Hanoi’s essential sights are spread out. Skip the rideshare angst and relax on this private door-to-door tour with a Vietnamese lunch. All options visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, West Lake, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed Mondays and Fridays), the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (closed Mondays), and Dong Xuan Market. Customize your day with an additional stop: the Temple of Literature, Bat Trang Ceramic Village, or Hanoi Train Street.

Discover the secrets of traditional Vietnamese pottery without a time-consuming trip to one of the country’s rural ceramics villages. In this half-day pottery class, learn how to make all sorts of clay creations from a master artisan direct from Bat Trang, one of the country’s oldest ceramics villages. Get personalized guidance and answers to all your questions in this private session – no fighting to be heard from the back of the class.

The Perfume Pagoda is one of the most important religious sites for Buddhists in Vietnam, but getting there alone is a challenge. This full-day tour from Hanoi takes you to Huong Tich Cave, reached via rowboat along scenic waterways. You'll climb steep mountain paths into the limestone cliffs and visit centuries-old temples with your guide.

See major attractions in the capital city of Hanoi on a private 3.5-hour tour, departing in the morning or afternoon. Unlock Vietnam’s rich history at its cultural heart, heading to popular sights that include the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda. Stroll to West Lake with a personal guide at your side and cast your gaze on picturesque Tran Quoc Pagoda before a visit to the Old Quarter.

Discover the best of Hanoi like a local during this small-group motorbike tour with a woman guide. Zip through the busy streets with your tour guide and see key landmarks such as Old Quarter, the Long Bien Bridge, the Hanoi Opera House, and the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Learn about the history and culture of Vietnam from your tour guide and take away tailored tips for the rest of your trip.

Experience the natural majesty of Halong Bay—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—in style on a premium 2-day cruise from Hanoi. This luxury package lets you customize your itinerary depending on what you want to see: opt to kayak around Luon Cave, see the expansive Sung Sot Cave and hike to the top, and visit Titop Island. All meals and activities are included for a seamless experience.

Combine cuisine, culture, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) all in one experience on this half-day cooking class in Hanoi. Learn to cook Vietnamese dishes in a local villa while supporting meaningful CSR programs. Visit a vibrant market, enjoy an eco-friendly setup, and benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off within Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This hands-on class offers cultural stories, fresh ingredients, and a full Vietnamese meal.

It takes a local to navigate the Old Quarter’s warren of back streets and identify the best street food. On this walking tour, your foodie guide will introduce you to at least seven separate Vietnamese dishes and drinks—from egg coffee and “banh mi” sandwiches through to fresh beer and noodle soup—as they explain Hanoi’s food culture and ingredients. They’ll even collect you from your Old Quarter hotel.

Active, adventurous travelers will love this full-day tour to the Hoa Lu Temples, Trang An Grottoes, and Mua Caves from Hanoi. Hike, bike, and climb lots of steps in the beautiful Trang An Ecotourism Complex, a UNESCO-listed site. As well as active pursuits you will enjoy eating Vietnamese food and cruising on a leisurely boat ride around dramatic Trang An. See and do a lot in a single day.

A cruise on UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay is a must-do North Vietnam experience, but some cruise vessels are more comfortable—and safe—than others. Enjoy a premium cruise on a sleek modern ship. After a transfer from Hanoi, spend the day floating through the beautiful karst landscape, dining on buffet food, and enjoying activities including kayaking. A handy return transfer to Hanoi is provided at the end.

Get to Hanoi Airport the quick and easy way with this private transfer service. Your driver meets you at your hotel with your name on a sign, ensuring an efficient and stress-free process. You will then be whisked to the airport in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Take the stress out of your departure and sit back and relax while your driver gets you to where you need to be.

Enjoy a hassle-free experience for the Thang Long Water Puppet show by booking your admission ticket in advance. Watch this live performance of this traditional Vietnamese art form in a show that lasts about one hour. Choose from several showtimes to suit your schedule. Simply arrive at least 15 minutes before showtime, then enjoy a water puppet show that depicts legends and traditional life.

Take the opportunity to experience two UNESCO World Heritage sites in just two days when you book this exciting excursion from Hanoi. On day one, visit the ancient capital of Vietnam, Ninh Binh, for a boat ride on the Trang An River and temple visits. The following day, head to Halong Bay for a cruise around the thousands of limestone islands jutting out from the Gulf of Tonkin, stopping to visit caves and kayak the emerald waters.

The best way to explore Hanoi is on foot, and a private guide helps you navigate the city like a local. Cover Hanoi's major highlights and learn about its culture from your guide. You'll get personalized attention and can ask your guide as many questions as you like. Check off attractions such as the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex, Tran Quoc Pagoda, and the famous train street.

Explore Hanoi’s rich architecture and culture on a tour that fits all of the highlights into a half-day excursion perfect for busy travelers who have limited time in the city. While the bustling city can be overwhelming on your own, with a small-group tour you don’t have to worry about navigating the busy streets and can learn about the sites along the way from your guide.

Active travelers who want to experience one of Vietnam’s finest trekking areas in just two days will love this well-planned tour from Hanoi. Spend two days hiking through local villages and past scenic terraced rice fields in the mountainous area. Avoid the risk of getting lost when you go with a guide, from whom you can learn more about Sapa.

Enjoy the stunning natural landscapes of one of Vietnam's most scenic provinces on this day trip to Ninh Binh from Hanoi. You won't have to plan any of the logistics, and you can choose from multiple tours depending on which activities and attractions you want to include. Check off highlights such as Hoa Lu, the ancient Vietnamese capital, and enjoy a boat tour in Tam Coc or Trang An.

Experience the highlights of Ha Long Bay without the hassle of arranging transportation, boat tickets, and activities on your own. This guided cruise combines several of the bay’s most popular experiences in one seamless outing, from exploring Sung Sot Cave to kayaking or taking a bamboo boat through Luon Cave. You'll also have time to enjoy the scenery from Ti Top Island while a Vietnamese seafood lunch is included along the way.

This is a once in a lifetime experience, that will stay with you forever! Choose a short, easy to explore adventure or a rural, off-the-beaten-track tribal trek! You will be accompanied by your own expert English-speaking native private tour guide. We try to avoid other tourist routes (unless you advise otherwise). Our guides speak excellent English, are local and have so much knowledge about Sapa, the surroundings, history, culture, and the different tribes. You'll have the opportunity to stay the night in homestays & enjoy wifi & hot showers. Alternatively, you can choose to stay in a local house with a local family. Either way you will experience this incredible place & amazing people. Huddle round an open fire, spend time chatting and getting to know your host family. By booking, you are giving back to the local people, giving them opportunities to earn fair wages, which in a region where 70% of the population is below the poverty line, is desperately needed.

Sample delicious Vietnamese cuisine just like the locals do - on the street Stroll through hidden alleyways and bustling markets of Hanoi’s charming old quarter Learn more about Hanoi’s unique food culture Try local specialties.

Get a taste of Vietnam on this tantalising half-day tasting tour of Hanoi. Follow your guide, a chef and fellow foodie, to Hanoi’s best restaurants, markets and street food haunts, and sample an array of tasty treats. Along the way, learn about famous Vietnamese dishes, discover unique local ingredients and taste up to 20 different foods. All you need to bring is an empty stomach and an open mind!

Spend the night at a mountain homestay in Ta Van Village. Meet the different ethnic minority groups of Sa Pa. Learn about traditional culture and see local activities. Trek through the terraced rice fields and bamboo forests of Muong Hoa valley. Roundtrip Transfer Hanoi - Sapa by Sleeper Bus.