5 Days Exploring Hanoi and Surroundings Itinerary

Begin your day with a stroll around the historic Hanoi Old Quarter. Grab breakfast at Cafe Pho Co, which offers traditional Vietnamese coffee and snacks.

Visit the bustling Dong Xuan Market for some shopping and local street food. Have lunch at Bun Cha Huong Lien, famous for its delicious Bun Cha. Afterward, explore the serene Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) and visit the nearby Temple of the Jade Mountain (Ngoc Son Temple).

In the evening, enjoy a traditional water puppet show at the renowned Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. For dinner, head to Green Tangerine Restaurant, known for its exquisite French-Vietnamese dishes.

Start your day with breakfast at The Hanoi Social Club before heading out to explore West Lake (Ho Tay). Take in views from around this scenic lake area.

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda located on West Lake’s shore followed by lunch at nearby restaurant Sen Tay Ho which offers an extensive buffet selection. Then head over to Van Phuc Silk Village where you can see traditional silk weaving techniques.

In evening visit St Joseph’s Cathedral located in heart of city followed by dinner at elegant restaurant called Maison Sen which serves both traditional & modern Vietnamese cuisine.

On your final day start off with breakfast from Joma Bakery Cafe before heading towards Perfume Pagoda located outside city limits but worth trip due its natural beauty & spiritual significance.

Embark on an early morning trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh with a guided tour package like Hanoi 02-Day Luxury Ninh Binh & HaLong Bay 5-Star Cruise. Start with exploring Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.

After exploring Hoa Lu, enjoy a buffet lunch as part of your tour package. Continue your journey by visiting Tam Coc where you can take a boat ride through stunning landscapes.

Return to Hanoi in the evening. For dinner, try out some local delicacies at Nha Hang Ngon which offers various Vietnamese dishes in a charming setting.