08:00 – Hotel Pick-up
Meet your local guide and Jeep driver at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. After a brief introduction, begin your exciting journey through the city and countryside.
08:30 – Red River Countryside Adventure
Leave the busy streets behind as your Vintage Jeep crosses the Red River and heads toward the tranquil countryside of Northern Vietnam.
Drive through peaceful villages surrounded by rice paddies, vegetable farms, banana plantations, flower gardens, and scenic country roads. Witness authentic rural life and experience a side of Vietnam that most visitors never see.
09:30 – Traditional Local Market
Step into a bustling countryside market where local residents gather each day to trade fresh produce, flowers, livestock, seafood, and handmade products.
This vibrant market offers a fascinating glimpse into daily Vietnamese life and culture.
10:15 – Co Loa Ancient Citadel
Discover the legendary Co Loa Ancient Citadel, Vietnam’s first capital, established over 2,000 years ago by King An Duong Vuong.
Explore the ancient fortress, historic temples, and learn about the fascinating legends of the Magic Crossbow and Princess My Chau that helped shape Vietnamese history.
11:00 – An Duong Vuong Temple
Visit the sacred temple dedicated to King An Duong Vuong and gain deeper insight into the origins of Vietnamese civilization and culture.
11:30 – Traditional Fish Farm & Countryside Garden
Relax in a peaceful garden setting surrounded by ponds filled with colorful Koi fish. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere while experiencing the slower pace of rural life.
12:30 – Authentic Vietnamese Lunch
Enjoy a carefully selected Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, featuring fresh regional specialties and traditional Northern Vietnamese cuisine.
AFTERNOON: DISCOVER HIDDEN HANOI
01:45 – Hanoi French Quarter & Opera House
Return to Hanoi and cruise through the elegant French Quarter.
Admire the magnificent Hanoi Opera House, colonial villas, tree-lined boulevards, and historic architecture dating back to the French colonial period.
02:15 – Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Ba Dinh Square
Pass through Vietnam’s political heart and view the iconic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, and Ba Dinh Square.
Learn about the life of Ho Chi Minh and the country's modern history.
02:45 – Thanh Nien Street
Enjoy one of Hanoi’s most beautiful roads, located between West Lake and Truc Bach Lake, offering breathtaking panoramic views and excellent photo opportunities.
03:15 – Banana Island
Escape the city once again and venture into the hidden oasis of Banana Island.
Ride through banana plantations, vegetable farms, dirt roads, and quiet farming communities located surprisingly close to Hanoi's city center.
03:45 – Organic Fruit & Vietnamese Green Tea
Visit a local family and enjoy seasonal organic fruits along with traditional Vietnamese green tea.
This cultural interaction provides a genuine connection with local residents and their daily lives.
04:15 – Villages Around West Lake
Explore charming lakeside villages where ancient traditions, local crafts, and community life continue much as they have for generations.
04:30 – Tran Quoc Pagoda
Visit Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist pagoda, beautifully situated on a small island along the shores of West Lake.
Discover over 1,500 years of spiritual and cultural history.
04:45 – B52 Victory Monument
Learn about Hanoi’s resilience during wartime while visiting one of the city’s most important historical monuments.
05:00 – Hanoi Train Street
Experience Hanoi’s most famous hidden attraction.
Watch local life unfold along the railway tracks where cafés, homes, and trains coexist in one of the city's most unique neighborhoods.
05:30 – Traditional Vietnamese Dinner
Celebrate the end of an unforgettable day with a delicious Vietnamese dinner at a carefully selected local restaurant.
Reflect on a journey filled with history, culture, countryside landscapes, local encounters, and authentic experiences.
06:00 PM – Return to Hotel
End of tour.