Holidays To Hanoi

Before the majority of the city wakes up and the day to day noise starts, there are many Tai Chi Classes taking place in communal areas of Hanoi such as parks and beside the many lakes dotted around the city. Classes start around 05:00 hrs for an hour, everyone is welcome from beginners to pro's and its a great opportunity to some time out and embrace the meditation and relaxation this activity provides.

Located near Hoan Kiem District you will find the Old Quarter of the city of Hanoi, packed with charming colonial architecture, narrow streets and plenty of boutique shops spend an afternoon exploring this area of the city. Join our two hour Cyclo tour to see the Old Quarter in style

An iconic picture within Hanoi you maybe familiar with is the red Huc Bridge or Sun Rising Bridge over Hoan Kiem Lake, this is one of the most scenic spots in the city and serves as a focal point for local people and tourists alike. Translated as 'Lake of the Restored Sword', legend has it that in the mid-15th century a giant golden turtle snatched a magical sword off Emperor Ly Thai and disappeared into the depths of the lake. Close to the northern shore of the lake is Jade Island and where the Temple of the Jade Mountain can be found, Hanoi's most popular Buddhist temple.

Readily available around the city with many performances daily it is very easy to book yourself tickets locally. This tradition was first discovered in the 11th century, over the years it has developed and you will experience a very unique variation today. The shows can be very dramatic, the stage of the puppets is waist deep water and instruments including drums, symbols and horns accompany the performance.

Explore Hanoi's highlights on our full day city tour to visit highlights such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake.

Held between January and April, Perfume Pagoda Festival is a religious event that attracts pilgrims from across Vietnam and beyond. Join locals at this spiritual site of shrines and temples and make the walk up to Thien Tru Pagoda before saying a prayer in the ancient sacred cave, Huong Tich. Make a wish for the year ahead and enjoy this unique insight into Vietnamese culture.

Bun cha consists of delicious seasoned pork patties and marinated pork belly cooked over charcoal. It’s then served with a selection of rice noodles, herbs and a steaming broth with a fish base. Bun cha is a great choice for a lunchtime meal, which you can source from famous outlet Bun Cha Dac Kim, located in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi.

Pho should be high on your list of dishes to try - which is just as well as pho is a favourite dish in many of Hanoi’s street food stalls and restaurant menus. Traditional pho is made with  beef broth and thinly sliced beef, served with beansprouts and topped with fresh herbs. Head to Hanoi’s Old Quarter to find long-running pho outlets and see what variations you can find. 

So popular it has a whole street named after it, cha ca is a signature staple of Hanoi cuisine. The turmeric marinated freshwater fish is served with fresh herbs, vermicelli, green onion and peanuts, with modern variations found in contemporary restaurants across the city.

A perfect way to finish off a meal, ca phe trung is a Vietnamese egg coffee, topped with sweetened whipped condensed milk, which looks just like meringue fluff. Delicious.