Cultural and Culinary Delights of Hanoi Itinerary

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Banh Mi 25, a popular spot for delicious banh mi. After breakfast, visit the historic Hoa Lo Prison, also known as the "Hanoi Hilton."

For lunch, head to Bun Bo Nam Bo for a taste of this iconic dish. Afterward, explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (VME) to learn about the diverse ethnic groups in Vietnam.

In the evening, experience a traditional water puppet show at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. After the show, have dinner at Cha Ca Thang Long, a restaurant famous for its cha ca (grilled fish).

Start your day with a visit to the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam), the first university in Vietnam. Afterward, explore the serene Tran Quoc Pagoda (Chua Tran Quoc).

Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese meal at Quan An Ngon, known for its wide variety of local dishes. After lunch, visit the Vietnam Military History Museum and the Ho Chi Minh Museum (Bao Tang Ho Chi Minh).

For dinner, try the famous bun bo (beef noodle soup) at Bun Bo Nam Bo. Afterward, take a leisurely walk around Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake).

Depart from Hanoi early in the morning for a day trip to Ha Long Bay. Enjoy a luxury cruise with a buffet lunch on board as you marvel at the stunning karst formations.

Explore the beautiful caves and go kayaking in the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay. Visit Titop Island for panoramic views of the bay.

Return to Hanoi in the evening and relax at your hotel. Enjoy a quiet dinner at a local restaurant.

Take a day trip to Ninh Binh from Hanoi. Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and explore the Trang An Landscape Complex (Trang An Grottoes).

Enjoy a boat ride through the picturesque landscape of Trang An. Visit the Mua Caves for a panoramic view of the region.

Return to Hanoi in the evening and have a relaxing dinner at your hotel.

Spend your last morning in Hanoi visiting the Perfume Pagoda (Chua Huong), a complex of Buddhist temples in the Huong Tich mountains.

Afterward, take a leisurely walk around the Long Bien Bridge (Cau Long Bien) and enjoy the views of the Red River. For lunch, try the local specialty, Bun Cha Huong Lien.

In the evening, take a food tour to sample the best of Hanoi's street food with a local guide. End your trip with a farewell dinner at Green Tangerine, a restaurant set in a colonial villa.