Perfume Pagoda & River cruise – 1 day

OPTION 1:

10:00 AM or 5:30 PM: Our proficient English-speaking guide will collect you from your hotel in the Old Town. Embark on a leisurely walk with our guide to the oldest church in Hanoi, showcasing exquisite French architecture. Following this, relish the opportunity to savor the finest Pillow cake (Bánh Gối) in the Old Quarter. As you journey back through the Old Town, tantalize your taste buds with chicken noodle soup (Phở Gà), while our guide elucidates the locals' profound affection for this dish. En route, pause by Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son temple for picturesque moments. After sampling the papaya salad (Nộm Đu Đủ), partake in a glass of fresh beer and BBQ pork stick (Thịt xiên nướng) before delving into Fruit salad (Hoa Quả Dầm). Conclude your gastronomic adventure with a serene moment over Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng), a quintessential Hanoi brew. Engage in cultural discussions with our guide at the coffee shop before bidding adieu as our guide escorts you back to your hotel, eagerly awaiting your next excursion.

OPTION 2:

10:00 AM or 5:30 PM: Our proficient English-speaking guide will collect you from your hotel in the Old Town. A visit to Hanoi would be incomplete without savoring the renowned BBQ pork with dry noodles (Bún Chả), famously tasted even by former U.S. President, Obama. While Bun Cha may be found elsewhere, the traditional recipe in Hanoi offers a unique culinary experience. Following this, indulge in a mixed salad and pork meat-filled bread (Bánh Mỳ Thịt), a dish introduced during the French colonial period but adapted distinctly by the Vietnamese. Take a leisurely stroll through the Old Town, pausing to relish Rolling Cake (Bánh Cuốn), a traditional Vietnamese favorite, and Sticky rice with sweet bean soup (Xôi Chè). As you return, capture scenic views by Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son temple. Conclude your culinary journey with a refreshing Mix Fruit salad (Hoa Quả Dầm), followed by a visit to a coffee shop for a taste of Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng), an iconic Vietnamese concoction with a fascinating history. Engage in cultural exchanges with our guide before bidding farewell, as our guide escorts you back to your hotel, anticipating your next adventure.