Our tour guide will meet you at hotels/locations located in Hanoi Old Quarter and then start a discovery tour of the area. And in case you do not need hotel pickup, you can also go to the meeting point (Cultural Exchange Center, addressed 50 Dao Duy Tu street) to meet our tour guide The first visit is The Old house addressed No.87 Ma May Street, one of 14 ancient houses in Hanoi built in the late 19th century that still retains its original features and becomes a familiar address for those who want to learn about the daily life of Hanoians in the old time. The house features the typical architecture of Hanoi's houses in the old time with its tubular shape which is narrow but deep.
In the heart of the Old Quarter, the small Bach Ma Temple (literally 'White Horse Temple') is said to be the oldest temple in the city, though much of the current structure dates from the 18th century and a shrine to Confucius was added in 1839. It was originally built by Emperor Ly Thai To in the 11th century to honour a white horse that guided him to this site, where he chose to construct his city walls. The history of this temple dates back to the 11th century, was built by the King Ly Thai To to honour a white horse that guided him to this site, where he chose to construct his city walls. Bach Ma temple was one of the four district gate temples of ancient Thang Long citadel. You will enter Bach Ma temple through some ancient wooden doors, then you will see the beautiful decorated interior and a red-lacquered funeral palanquin. You will also find a statue of the white horse, a shrine to Confucius and a Phoenix Altar for offerings to the four seasons.
This part is one of the most exciting thing to do while in Hanoi. You combine walking tour with street food tasting tour. It is difficult to find some excellent local foods in hidden alleys or sidewalks. Our tour guide will help you choose good ones during the walking tour and so you have chance to learn Vietnamese cuisine, cultures, lifestyles. You will also have insight of details on ingredients and historical backgrounds of popular northern dishes. Street food in Hanoi are not just hot dog carts and pretzel stands, we offer an opportunity to try out many different dishes at local food stand as well as local family restaurants. A rotating menu from day-to-day to represent the variety of delicious options, but tastings might include, but are subject to change: rice noodle soup with beef, rice noodle with chicken, rice noodle with grilled pork, snail, or dry noodle, sticky rice, along with various kinds of donut, steamed pancake or Vietnamese sandwiches.
Visiting Hanoi Train Street in Hanoi is one of the Best Things To Do to learn and explore Hanoi local life. Rather than being a normal road with car or motorbike traffic, it has actual real railway lines running through it. Nestled in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, this narrow alley attracts travelers hoping to snap a picture on the active train track, and even catch a train whizz by! This alley is actually a residential area - many locals have converted their houses into quaint little cafes where you can sip on traditional egg coffee. It is a very wonderful experience once visting Hanoi city. After this site, Say goodbye to your tour guide and end the trip here then you have your own programs. Or tour guide will show you the way back to hotel (in Hanoi Old Quarter) or help you arrange a transfer for you back to your morning place.
My wife and I really enjoyed a food experience with Anna who was mature, kind, calm and knowledgeable which aligned with just what we were after in a tour guide for half a day.
Our street food and train street tour was the highlight of our time in Hanoi. Our guide Harry was great and showed us truly local places that we would not have found on our own. We tried many dishes we had never heard about and they were absolutely delicious. Lasly, train street was a lot of fun and we really enjoyed the festive atmosphere there. Thank you, Harry, for such a wonderful experience! We highly recommend this tour!
Jimjim was fabulous and a great guide ! We loved the places he took us and even used them on other days . It was a fabulous way to start our trip and I would really recommend it for a first night in Hanoi to enable you to get your bearings and discover great places . Thanks Jim you made our trip fabulous
Linh was a sensational guide, who not only ensured we experienced some amazing food, but he was also a font of information about the city as a whole. We were looking to 'eat like a local' and with the exception of 'The Obama' (which is we ate a number of local delicacies that we'd have ordinarily walked straight past, but he ensured we were fortunate enough to discover. Thank you Linh, we had a wondrous and delicious tour of discovery with you, and experienced a view of the city we would never have thought to try. For all those reading I can't recommend Linh enough.
Our guide Lyna was a calm young lady with very good English and profound knowledge not only in Vietnamese food but also local history and folklore which expanded from past centuries to contemporary times. Discreet and polite Lyna helped us navigate through the busy Hanoi Old Quarter , temples and Train street. Accurate and timely pick up from the hotel and friendly unforgettable experience. Highly recommended tour !
Experience the best of Hanoi on a private walking tour ! Explore the iconic Chinatown, where trains pass just an arm's length away, and enjoy local delicacies like Pho, and egg coffee. The perfect way to enjoy Hanoi's culinary heritage
Walking through Hanoi and tasting its iconic dishes was magical.The trip to Train Street was the highlight! The guide’s insights and the well-organized tour made it a must-do for anyone visiting the city
Discover the charms of Hanoi with a private food tour that combines walking, sightseeing and dining. Stroll through the vibrant streets, explore the iconic Chinatown and enjoy local delicacies at hidden gems. This immersive experience combines the city’s unique culture, history and flavours, creating unforgettable memories for both foodies and adventurers
Discover the culinary delights of Hanoi on a unforgettable walking tour! From enjoying street food to visting the charming Chinatown, every moment was magical. Special thanks to Tam, our wonderful guide, who shared fascinating stories and ensured a great experience.
We enjoyed local cuisine at clean, authentic stalls, guided by a passionate and knowledgeable local expert. Strolling through narrow alleys and iconic Chinatown,we immersed ourselves in the city's rich history, vibrant culture and authentic flavours, Highly recommend going with a guide
This tour was totally worth it! Our tour guide, Chris did a great job to take us through the local experiences of Hanoi, and feeding us with some of the best street food that we've ever had. Would definitely recommend this tour if you have ~3-4 hrs to spare in the evening.
This tour was beyond our expectations! Our tour guide was excellent. He was friendly and helpful. Not only were our dishes wonderful but the guide was so nice. We went though many small alleys in the Old Quarter and saw strange things. Mixed fruits, eggs coffees were so nice. Despite the rain, our group stil loved the trip so much . Awesome!
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