The tour includes three parts. Depending on the time of your tour and the season of the year, the order of activities will be arranged to best suit the schedule and highlight the most memorable experiences.
Part 1: Explore The Backstreets of Hanoi – 1.5 Hours
Your journey begins where few tourists ever venture. Hop on a Vietnam Army Legend Jeep and ride through the hidden maze of backstreets, narrow alleys, and bustling local markets that pulse with the real rhythm of Hanoi.
Witness the REAL Hanoi behind the scenes, featuring the good, the bad, and the weird sides of the city, all at close range.
Immerse yourself in the Living Museum of Hanoi, where local people live and work. Meet locals in their daily lives, from street vendors to artisans, from families to school students, or discover local markets, temples, playgrounds, and random cafés.
This is more than sightseeing: it’s about building genuine connections and experiencing the city with all your senses heightened.
Part 2: Hanoi City’s Highlights – 1.5 Hours
Shift gears to the heart of the capital as your Jeep cruises through time, from ancient temples to French colonial boulevards and modern landmarks.
Drive through the Old Quarter and French Quarter, absorbing the vibrant contrast of old-world charm and modern development.
Stop for photo opportunities at iconic sites such as:
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Ba Dinh Square
- West Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda
- B52 Victory Museum
- Long Bien Bridge – with panoramic views of the Red River and rural farmlands on the city’s edge
Visit the famous Hanoi Train Street, and watch the train pass by just inches away while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese coffee.
Part 3: Hanoi Food Experiences – 1 Hour
No Hanoi adventure is complete without indulging in its legendary cuisine. We’ll take you to the Hidden Gem Café, where you can savor authentic, healthy, and organic dishes. Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
Sample local favorites such as:
- Hanoi fried spring rolls – A taste of Hanoi
- Fresh spring rolls (Phở Cuốn) – a delicacy of Hanoi
- Hanoi-style Banh Mi – Vietnamese national dish
- Five-colored mixed noodles – Hanoi Specialty
- Green papaya salad – The most common Salad in Vietnam
- Egg Coffee – Hanoi’s creamy, iconic specialty
- Local Moonshine (rice wine) – a traditional sip with a kick
- Bia Hoi – Hanoi Fresh Beer, daily brewed Fresh Beer, highlighting Hanoi’s modern creative twist on drinks
- All food and drinks are healthy, organic, and truly authentic.