Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and the country's second largest city. As the capital of Vietnam for almost a thousand years, Hanoi is considered one of the main cultural centers of Vietnam, where most Vietnamese dynasties have left their imprint. Even though some relics have not survived through wars and time, the city still has many interesting cultural and historic monuments for visitors and residents alike.
Hanoi has rich food traditions and many of Vietnam's most famous dishes; it has been selected as one of the top 10 cities for food in the world by Shermans Travel. Vietnam's national dish Phở has been also named as one of the Top5 street food in the world by global post.
Highlights
Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple
Visit to Temple of Literature
Eat at local restaurant
Visit to Ethonology
A cyclo tour around Old Quater
Enjoy the Water Puppet Show(optional)