A Week of Cultural Exploration in Hanoi and Ba Na Hills Itinerary

Explore the bustling Dong Xuan Market and the vibrant streets of the Old Quarter. For breakfast, try the famous banh mi at Banh Mi 25.

Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese meal at Bun Bo Nam Bo for lunch. Then, visit the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam) and the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.

Experience a guided street food tour with a local guide, including a visit to the iconic Train Street.

Take a full-day trip to Ninh Binh to explore the stunning Trang An Landscape Complex (Trang An Grottoes) and the ancient capital of Hoa Lu.

Enjoy a local lunch in Ninh Binh. Visit the impressive Mua Caves before returning to Hanoi in the evening.

Relax and have dinner at Sen Tay Ho Restaurant by the West Lake.

Begin your day with a visit to the Perfume Pagoda (Chua Huong), a sacred site in Vietnamese Buddhism.

Have a late lunch at Cau Go Vietnamese Cuisine Restaurant with a view of the city. Explore the Long Bien Bridge (Cau Long Bien) and the West Lake (Ho Tay).

Dine at the historic Cha Ca Thang Long, known for its signature dish, before taking a leisurely walk around the St Joseph’s Cathedral.

Visit the Hanoi Opera House (Nha Hat Lon) and the Temple of the Jade Mountain (Ngoc Son Temple) on the shores of Hoan Kiem Lake.

Enjoy a French-inspired lunch at La Verticale before exploring the contemporary art scene at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum.

Indulge in a gastronomic experience at Madame Hien, known for its fusion of French and Vietnamese cuisine.

Travel to Ba Na Hills and spend the day at the Ba Na Hills Amusement Park, home to the famous Golden Bridge. Enjoy the stunning views and the cool mountain air.

Have lunch at one of the park's restaurants. Explore the Fantasy Park and take a cable car ride for panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Stay for the Ba Na Hills at Night experience, with beautifully lit gardens and attractions. Dine at one of the hilltop restaurants before heading back to Hanoi.

Spend your last morning in Hanoi at the Local Market, immersing yourself in the daily life of the city. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese breakfast at a local eatery.

Visit the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long and take a leisurely walk around the West Lake. Have a farewell lunch at Nha Hang Ngon, known for its variety of Vietnamese dishes.

Conclude your trip with a water puppet show at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. After the show, have a final dinner at Quán Ăn Ngon, a popular spot for authentic Vietnamese cuisine.