Hotels in the Old Quarter HotelWalk to street food.
4Days
15Stops
4Meal tips
About Β£35-70 a day, mid-range, flights excludedBudget
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Four days based in Hanoi: the Old Quarter's 36 streets, the Temple of Literature and Hoan Kiem Lake, then a Ha Long Bay or Ninh Binh day out. Crossing the road is an art: walk steadily and do not stop.
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Ha Long Bay overnight cruise TourLonger, quieter experience.
Day by day
Old Quarter
08:00
09:30
Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple
A lake in the heart of the city.
View on map βπ‘ Go early for locals doing tai chi.
12:00
15:00
19:30
Train Street cafΓ©s
CafΓ©s beside the railway; check current access rules.
View on map βπ‘ Local authorities sometimes restrict access.
π½ Where to eat
dinnerCha ca (turmeric fish)Vietnamese Β· $$
π Book ahead for day 1Tickets and tours: Pho for breakfast π¨ Find a hotel
History and culture
08:30
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum area
The mausoleum is open mornings; dress modestly.
View on map βπ‘ Closed on Mondays and Fridays and for annual maintenance.
10:30
14:00
19:30
π½ Where to eat
lunchBanh miVietnamese Β· $
π Book ahead for day 2Tickets and tours: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum area
Ha Long Bay
07:30
10:30
Boat cruise
Cruise among limestone karsts, with kayaking and cave visits.
View on map βπ‘ Book a reputable operator.
17:00
π½ Where to eat
lunchSeafood lunch on the boatVietnamese Β· $$
π Book ahead for day 3Tickets and tours: Transfer to Ha Long Bay
Ninh Binh or cooking class
08:00
12:00
16:00
π½ Where to eat
lunchGoat meat (a local specialty)Vietnamese Β· $
π Book ahead for day 4Tickets and tours: Tam Coc boat ride
Good to know
βοΈ Getting thereNoi Bai Airport is about 45 minutes from the Old Quarter by bus 86 or taxi.
π Getting aroundGrab bikes and taxis are cheap. Walking in the Old Quarter is the best way.
π· CurrencyVietnamese dong (VND). Carry cash.
π£ LanguageVietnamese. English is common in tourist areas.
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