Day 1:
- Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ho Chi Minh Museum, where you can learn about the life and legacy of Vietnam’s revered leader, Ho Chi Minh, and pay your respects in a safe place His final break.
- Visit Hoa Lo Prison, one of the most brutal prisons with extremely cruel punishment, is a historical place that has witnessed the strong determination of Vietnamese revolutionaries and their sacrifice for the country.
- Sample local street food and try the famous “pho” (Vietnamese noodle soup), “bun cha” (grilled pork with noodles) and “banh mi” (Vietnamese sandwiches).
- Attend a traditional water puppet show at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theater, a unique Vietnamese art form where puppets are manipulated on water, depicting scenes from folklore and rural life.
Day 2:
- Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university and a symbol of education and Confucianism.
- Take a leisurely stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, located in the city center.
- Visit Ngoc Son Temple, located on a small island in the lake and enjoy the tranquility and beautiful scenery.
- Experience the bustling night market in the Old Quarter, enjoy delicious street food and the vibrant atmosphere.
Day 3:
- Explore the Museum of Ethnology, learn about their traditions, customs and daily life through exhibitis and artifacts.
- Visit the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Enjoy a performance at the Hanoi Opera House, a stunning French colonial building.
Day 4:
- Visit Perfume Pagoda, a sacred site with a maze of mainly Buddhist pagodas built on Huong Tich limestone cliffs.
- Explore Hanoi at a leisurely pace on a bicycle tour, taking in the city’s sights, sounds, and hidden gems.
- Indulge in a delicious Vietnamese dinner at a local restaurant, trying regional specialties like “cha ca” (grilled fish with turmeric and dill) or “bun bo Nam Bo” (Southern-style beef noodle soup).
