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 Hanoi, the capital of Viet Nam since the 11th century dazzles visitors with its unique blend of oriental lifestyle, French colonial architecture, tree - lined boulevards and peaceful lakes. Still retaining a charming air from its colonial days, visitors are often impressed with the quietness and subtle beauty of Hanoi.
OPTION 1: CITY TOUR - 28 USD/ person
8h00: Pick up at your hotel and go to visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex where we can see Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, President Palace and Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Lying to one side of the Mausoleum is One Pillar pagoda founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049 .The structure has become an important symbol for Hanoian.
10h00: Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda - One of the oldest pagodas in Hanoi.
11h00: Visit The Temple of Literature and Quoc Tu Giam – the first National University in Vietnam, which was built in 11th century. Its gardens and well - preserved architectures offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s past.
12h00: Have lunch with Vietnamese food.
 13h30: Walking in the old quarter (36 ancient streets) and visit the traditional house of Vietnamese people dated back 1890s. Then visit Dong Xuan Market – one of the biggest wholesale markets in the North of Vietnam for shopping and have great bargain.
15h00: Visit Museum of Ethnology. The artifacts and exhibitions will bring you to daily life of 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam.
16h30: Tour ends at Hoan Kiem Lake
OPTION 2: CITY TOUR & CYCLO TOUR - 32 USD/ person
16h30: from Hoan Kiem Lake take one hour cyclo tour around the old quarter passing Hanoi Opera house and go to visit St. Joseph’s Cathedral…
OPTION 3: CITY TOUR & WATER PUPPETS SHOW - 32 USD/ person
16h30: Water puppets performance at Thang Long theater.
OPTION 4: CITY TOUR & COOKING CLASS - 59 USD/ person
16h30: Go to restaurant to learn four traditional Vietnamese cuisines at cooking class and enjoy all delicious dishes you have just cooked.
Included: Transportations, Lunch, Entrance fees, English-Speaking guide
Excluded: Personal expenses, tips and drinks
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