Hanoi Holidays
Hanoi is vibrant and charming, with traces of Chinese and French influence as well as colonial buildings and busy with locals on scooters going about their daily life. Step back in time to the Old Quarter with its maze of ancient streets and you'll find quirky shops selling bamboo handicrafts, karaoke clubs and boutique hotels.
Rub shoulders with the locals in bustling Dong Xuan Market, a foodie’s paradise bursting with numerous street food vendors, and discover hidden, ancient temples such as Bach Ma tucked away in alleyways. For something more peaceful, head to Hoan Kiem Lake to cross the Rising Sun Bridge to Jade Island and escape the hustle and bustle of Hanoi city.
Hanoi is a great starting point for your trip and a gateway to other areas top of the list to visit such Halong Bay, Sapa, Ninh Binh and Ba Vi National Park.
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Here's a selection of popular itineraries to give you some ideas. But almost anything's possible so call us now and we'll create an amazing holiday just for you.
Hanoi and Hoi An Multi Centre
Guide Price £1,599 pp
The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, offers a captivating mix of old and new Asia, where the medieval and modern co-exist. Make sure to visit the Temple of Literature, which once housed the country's oldest university, and the Old Quarter bursting...
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Grand Tour of Indochina
Guide Price £3,599 pp
Available for departures until 30th September 2019 , want to travel after this date? Later departures can be found here . Embark on the ultimate journey travelling through three different countries, starting in Luang Prabang and completing your trip in...
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Hanoi and Da Nang Multi Centre
Guide Price £2,399 pp
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam offers a captivating mix of old and new Asia, where the medieval and modern co-exist. Make sure to visit the Temple of Literature which once housed the country's oldest university, and the Old Quarter bursting...
City holidays
A Journey Through Vietnam Tour
Guide Price £1,699 pp
Travel from north to south as you discover the unique culture and endless beauty of Vietnam Explore French and Chinese heritage, as well as cultural treasures such as Hoi An town and the Imperial Citadel of Hue. Stunning lakes can...
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We recommend a 3 night stay in Hanoi to give you enough time to explore the cities attractions and become familiar with the day to day life of the Vietnamese people. With so many landmarks, temples and points of interest you will not be stuck for things to do in this city which is over one thousand years old.
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Tai Chi
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.
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Visit the Old Quarter
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
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Hoan Kiem Lake
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.
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Water Puppet Shows
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.
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Take a city tour
Explore Hanoi's highlights on our full day city tour to visit highlights such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake.
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Barbara
Destination Specialist
" An authentic way to see the city is on a cyclo tour, sit back for around 2 hours while you are taken around by peddle power taking in the sights as well as sounds and smells of this bustling city. "
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Harriet
Destination Specialist
" There are many lakes dotted around the city of Hanoi which I highly recommend taking a walk around to see locals participating in Tai Chi, dancing and yoga in the morning and general socialising and relaxing of an evening, its a great atmosphere to enjoy."
