Hanoi 6 Day Itinerary

Hanoi 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Exploring the Old Quarter

• Morning: Arrive in Hanoi and check-in at Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa or similar.
• Afternoon: Visit the Hoan Kiem Lake and the famous Ngoc Son Temple.
• Evening: Explore the Old Quarter, try some street food at Ta Hien Street and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show at Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre.
• Dinner: Try some delicious Bun Cha at Bun Cha Huong Lien.

Day 2: Cultural Heritage

• Morning: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace.
• Afternoon: Explore the Vietnamese Museum of Ethnology to learn about Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups.
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese dinner at KOTO Restaurant.
• Accommodation: Same as Day 1.

Day 3: Ha Long Bay

• Morning: Take an overnight cruise to Ha Long Bay with Halong Bay Cruise.
• Afternoon: Explore the stunning limestone karsts and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay.
• Evening: Enjoy a seafood dinner on board.

Day 4: Ha Long Bay to Hanoi

• Morning: Continue cruising Ha Long Bay and visit Sung Sot Cave.
• Afternoon: Return to Hanoi and explore the Tran Quoc Pagoda and the surrounding area.
• Evening: Enjoy a street food dinner at Hang Be Market.
• Accommodation: Same as Day 1.

Day 5: Countryside and Local Life

• Morning: Visit the Bat Trang Ceramics Village to learn about traditional ceramics.
• Afternoon: Explore the Van Phuc Village to see traditional Vietnamese farming and local life.
• Evening: Enjoy a home-cooked dinner at a local family’s house.

Day 6: Departure

• Morning: Spend the morning shopping for souvenirs or visiting any last-minute attractions.
• Afternoon: Depart for the airport and fly back home.

Things to Know

• Language: Vietnamese, but many locals speak English.
• Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND).
• Weather: Hanoi has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Pack accordingly.
• Safety: Be mindful of pickpocketing and traffic safety.

Transportation

• Airport Transfer: Book a private transfer or take a taxi from the airport to your hotel.
• Getting Around: Use Grab (similar to Uber) or taxis, or walk/cycle in the Old Quarter.

Tips

• Respect Local Customs: Dress modestly when visiting temples and pagodas.
• Bargain: When shopping at local markets, be prepared to bargain.
• Try New Foods: Be adventurous and try new Vietnamese dishes.
• Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water and avoid drinking tap water.

Other Things of Interest

• Day Trips: Consider visiting the Perfume Pagoda or Ninh Binh Province.
• Cooking Classes: Take a cooking class to learn about Vietnamese cuisine.
• Spas and Massages: Treat yourself to a relaxing spa day or massage.