Hanoi City Break Itinerary

Welcome to Hanoi, a bustling city with an alluring mix of Vietnamese and French-colonial architecture, beautiful lake settings and an intriguing history. Perhaps check out a famous water-puppet show or get a first taste of Vietnam's incredible cuisine at a nearby restaurant.

Ease into the day at the historic Ho Chi Minh complex, paying respects to this influential man and his life, before visiting the tranquil grounds of the Temple of Literature, built nearly a thousand years ago. Tuck into a delicious traditional lunch and then learn about Vietnam's ethnic minorities at the fascinating Museum of Ethnology. Wind up the day exploring the 36 streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter, haggling at local markets and then resting up over a refreshing bia hoi, a locally brewed beer.

The day is free to further explore Hanoi's attractions. Perhaps jump in a rickshaw and see the city by pedal power before saying farewell to this enigmatic city.