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Vietnam Itinerary 5 Days: Best schedule for North, Central or South

Vietnam Itinerary 5 Days: Best schedule for North, Central or South

5 days is too short to be able to travel the whole country of Vietnam, but you can still deeply explore about 1 of 3 regions of Vietnam that is North, Central or South. Incredible Asia Journeys will suggest you each 5-day travel itinerary to the North, Central and South of Vietnam. North Vietnam Tour And Explore The North Vietnam Tour And Explore starts and ends in Hanoi. This 5 day tour is one of the best options for your Vietnam Tours with limited time. Enjoy this best itinerary with high-quality services of the private tour and the tour itinerary can be customized to meet your budget. Check our reviews on Tripadvisor for more understanding about us. In 5 days, we will take you to the most magnificent places of Vietnam. Travel with us and you will bring the best memories home. Best for: Singles & Solo, Young Adults Travel style: Beach Tours, Classic Highlight, Discovery Budget: Around US $299 per person Destinations will see: Hanoi City, Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Halong Bay Widely-used transportation:  Shuttle bus, car, cruise Itinerary of North Vietnam Tour And Explore Day 1: Hanoi Arrival (D) Activities: Arrive in Hanoi and have your leisure time. Enjoy the cyclo tour around the Old Quarter and Water Puppet Show before the welcome dinner. Meals: Dinner Hoan Kiem Lake Day 2: Hanoi City Tour (B, L) Activities: Visit the most attractive destinations in Hanoi including Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, and one of the museums in Hanoi. Do the walking tour in the late afternoon. Day 2 of your North Vietnam Tour 5 Days, you will visit Hanoi City Tour with the popular destinations in Hanoi. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Day 3: Hanoi - Tam Coc - Hoa Lu Day Trip (B, L) Activities: Row boating along the Ngo Dong river and then visiting Hoa Lu (Ninh Binh) - the ancient capital of Vietnam. Day 3 of your North Vietnam Tour 5 Days, you will visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital do the Tam Coc boat trip. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Hoa Lu - The Ancient Capital of Vietnam Day 4: Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise (B, L, D) Activities: Take the transfer to Halong Bay and discover this amazing bay on a cruise. Your North Vietnam Tour 5 Days will end with the most attractive place in Vietnam – Halong Bay. We will join in the Halong Bay 1-night cruise to enjoy the best of this magnificent bay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 5: Halong Bay Cruise – Hanoi (B, L) Activities: Enjoy the last day on the cruise visiting Halong Bay. Then return to Hanoi for departure Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Halong Bay - A UNESCO World Heritage Let’s get into more details about our 5-day tour: North Vietnam Tour And Explore If you are looking for more plans, please visit our North Vietnam tours page which provides you with more choices and plans. Central Vietnam Holiday Joining in this Central Vietnam Itinerary 5 day, you will have a great opportunity to explore the central of Vietnam. You will visit the ancient towns and admire the breathtaking sceneries of Vietnam’s landscapes. This Vietnam Tour in 5 days starts in Danang with the impressive panoramic views along Hai Van Pass, you will visit the Imperial City of Hue by taking the romantic Dragon boat. Additionally, Central Vietnam Holiday 5 Day will offer you a valuable chance to learn more about the rural life of local people in ancient Hoi An. Let us propose your perfect holiday in details as below. Best for: Singles & Solo, Young Adults Travel style: Beach Tours, Family Tours, Honeymoon Tours, Local Life Tours Budget: Around US $225 per person Destinations will see: Danang, Hue, Hoi An Widely-used transportation: Shuttle bus, car, boat Itinerary of Central Vietnam Holiday Day 1: Da Nang Arrival – Drive to Hue – Welcome Dinner (D) Activities: Pick-up by your private guide and driver at Da Nang Airport, then transfer to Hue for overnight stay. Stop at Hai Van Pass for breathtaking view. Enjoy the welcome dinner. Meals: Dinner Hai Van Pass Day 2: Hue – City Tour with dragon boat (B, L) Activities: Take the boat trip on the romantic Perfume River. Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the Imperial City of Hue, Royal Fine Arts Museum, Minh Mang tomb and the fascinating Dong Ba market. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Thien Mu Pagoda Day 3: Hue – Marble Mountain – Lady Buddha Pagoda – Hoi An (B, L) Activities: Transfer to the ancient Hoi An Town passing Hai Van pass, visit Lady Buddha pagoda and Marble Mountain on the way. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Day 4: Hoi An – Rural Cycling Tour Half Day (B, L) Activities: Seeing the local life, scenery experience the Vietnamese farmers’ life, learn how to cook the Xeo Cake. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Hoi An Cooking Class Day 5: Hoi An – Departure (B) Activities: Free time on your own & take the transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast Let’s get into more details about our tour: Central Vietnam Holiday If you are looking for more plans, please visit our Central Vietnam tours page which provides you with more choices and plans. Discover South Vietnam See the very best of Southern Vietnam in just 5 days – a big-hit tour of this fascinating region. Visit the “rice bowl of Vietnam”, Mekong Delta by private boat, wander back in time to amaze by the complex maze of Cu Chi Tunnels, and stroll around the narrow streets, along with hidden lanes of Ho Chi Minh (Saigon). In addition to a short relax at Vung Tau beach, our Southern Vietnam 5 Day Trip is certainly pleased all the travelers, from youngsters to elders. If you want to extend your trip in Indochina, you may combine this five-day trip with our other package tours to Northern Vietnam or Cambodia. Best for: Singles & Solo, Young Adults Travel style: Classic Highlight, Family Tours, Historical, Local Life Tours Budget: Around US $399 per person Destinations will see: Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta Widely-used transportation: Shuttle bus, car, boat Itinerary of Discover South Vietnam Tour Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – City Tour Half Day - River Dinner Cruise (L, D) Activities: Meet your tour guide at Ho Chi Minh International Airport & be transferred to the city center. Explore Saigon by foot in the afternoon. Enjoy dinner on the river cruise. Meals: Lunch, Dinner Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City - Vung Tau City Tour – HCMC (B, L) Activities: Spend a relaxing day with sun, sand & sea in Vung Tau, a nice getaway from bustling Saigon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Vung Tau beach Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Tour – HCM (B, L) Activities: Explore the Mekong Delta on a private boat trip. Visit various local workplaces (coconut candy making workshop, busy brick kilns & hand-made mat-weaving house) to see the daily activities of the people who live and work in the Delta. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch People in Mekong Delta Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels Half Day (B, L) Activities: Drive out of the city to explore the underground tunnel system of Cu Chi tunnels and learn about the difficulties of life in the tunnels during war time. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Cu Chi Tunnels Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City – Free Day – Depart (B) Activities: Free time on your own and then transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast Let’s get into more details about our tour: Discover South Vietnam If you are looking for more plans, please visit our South Vietnam tours page which provides you with more choices and plans.

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Best international hospital in Hanoi

Best international hospital in Hanoi

When traveling to a new place, you may never care about medical care and treatment in that destination. However, it’s an extremely important aspect, especially in an emergency situation. Sadly, this topic is usually ignored in most of the travel guides. Thus, in this post, we will introduce to you some of the best international hospitals in Hanoi that you can consider when having any health problem during your trip to Hanoi.Best international hospitals in HanoiHanoi French HospitalHanoi French Hospital was established in 1997 in co-operation with Bach Mai Hospital becoming the first International hospital in Hanoi under the name Vietnam International Hospital. Later on, it changed its name to Hanoi French Hospital Company Limited.At the moment, the hospital has more than 50 internationally trained healthcare professionals and 20 medical specialties. Being equipped with the most modern technology, the hospital provides treatments for most of the common health problems. Hanoi French Hospital offers a wide range of service packages such as Maternity, Cancer screening, General health check-up, etc. Hanoi French Hospital Contact information:Address: No. 01 Phuong Mai, Dong Da, HanoiEmergency Hotline: (84-24) 3574 1111Phone: (84-24) 3577 1100Vinmec International General HospitalThis hospital was founded in 2012 by Vingroup. Placed in the Times City Urban, Vinmec has an area of more than 24,000 meters square. It has a total 9 floors (2 of which are basements) and is equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Having been operating for 7 years, with professional doctors, advanced facilities, excellent services, and continuous efforts to conduct the most advanced treatments in the world, Vinmec Hospital has become a trustful place for the local Vietnamese as well as international patients for healthcare treatment in Hanoi.Besides the chain of 7 general hospitals across Vietnam, Vinmec Healthcare System also has 2 other components to support other components’ missions namely Research Institutions and Training System in co-operation with VinUniversity.Vinmec HospitalContact information:Address: 458 Minh Khai Street, Times City Urban Area, Hai Ba Trung, HanoiPhone: 024 3974 3556Website: https://www.vinmec.com/vi/Hotline: (+84) 4 3974 3558Hotline in English & French: (+84) 936 150 768Hotline in Korean: (+84) 903 259 068Hotline in Japanese: (+84) 902 144 455Emergency Consult: (+84) 4 3974 4333International Department, Ha Noi Medical University HospitalHa Noi Medical University Hospital (HMUH) was founded in 2007 as a part of Ha Noi Medical University. It is a general hospital specializing in medical care & treatment, research, training, and international cooperation. The hospital has a maximum capacity of more than 400 beds and over 500,000 annual outpatient visits. Thus, nowadays, it is one of the busiest hospitals in Ha Noi.This hospital has a total of 14 clinical departments, 7 subclinical departments, 7 functional departments, and 6 centers. With these state-of-the-art facilities and professional doctors, Hanoi Medical University Hospital gains its reputation in surgery and cardiology.Ha Noi Medical University HospitalContact information:Address: No. 01 Ton That Tung Street, Dong Da District, Ha NoiWebsite: http://benhviendaihocyhanoi.comThu Cuc International General HospitalThu Cuc International General Hospital was opened in August 2011 as a non-public hospital belonging to Zinna Corp Group. It provides customers with a high standard of medical treatment and excellent service. Besides, the hospital also has a great team of skillful doctors including both Vietnamese and Singaporean doctors. In 2014, a Singaporean Oncology Centre was established in Thu Cuc Hospital by 14 leading Singapore oncologists such as Vice President of National Cancer Centre Singapore, Head of Cancer Department of Singapore National Hospital, etc. to co-operate with Thu Cuc hospital to cure patients with cancer.Thu Cuc International General HospitalContact information:Address: 286 Thuy Khue, Tay Ho, HanoiEmail: [email protected]: 1900 55 88 96Website: http://benhvienthucuc.vnJapan International Eye HospitalIf you are travelers, this hospital is perfect for your eye check as it is located near Hanoi Old Quarter, so you can reach it easily.Japan International Eye Hospital is situated in Pho Duc Chinh Street, along Truc Bach Lake which was put into operation since 2014 specializing in eye care. With the Japanese standard of technology and health care service, this hospital is a trustworthy hospital for patients with eye problems.Up to now, Japan International Eye Hospital provides patients with examination and treatment services for eye diseases such as Phakic surgery, ReLEx SMILE surgery, Optometry & eye examination, Lasik surgery, vitreous opacity surgery, etc.Japan International Eye HospitalContact information:Address: 32 Pho Duc Chinh street, Ba Dinh Ward, HanoiPhone + 84-24-3715-3666Website: http://jieh.vn/Best international clinics in HanoiViet Nam-Korean Friendship Clinic (St. Paul Hospital)Vietnam – Korean Friendship clinic was established in 2007 as a department of St. Paul Hospital. It receives an extensive funding from Korean NGOs which helps the clinic to equip itself with up-to-date international facilities and modern equipment. Besides, this clinic also has a number of skillful English-speaking Korean doctors, thus, you don’t have to worry about the language barrier.Contact information:Address: 12 Chu Van An, Dien Bien Ward, Ba Dinh DistrictPhone: (+84) (0)24 38437231Viet Sing International ClinicViet Sing International Clinic was put into operation in 1998 as a unit of Rang Dong Medical Joint-stock company. Noticeably, in 2007, it has an honor to be the first private clinic in Ha Noi which receives ISO 9001:2000 certification. Up to now, the clinic provides customers with high-quality infrastructure and equipment, along with Vietnamese and international healthcare experts.Contact information:Address: Ground floor, Pacific Place 83B Ly Thuong Kiet St, Hoan Kiem DistrictWeb: www.vietsingclinic.com.vnTel: (+84) 243 943 8888 – (+84) 243 944 8686 Fax: (+84) 243 942 8989Email: [email protected] SOS Ha NoiInternational SOS was put into operation in 1989 and, up to now, it has opened 1,000 branches all over the world, including International SOS Ha Noi. This is a great place that offers health care treatment for international assignees, business travelers, etc. in Ha Noi which opens 24/7. The clinic also received Labor Medal from Vietnam’s President in 2003 and 2009, this is an evidence of its excellent quality as well as its great service.Contact information:Address: 4th Floor, 72 Xuan Dieu Street, Quang An, Tay Ho, Ha NoiTel: +84 24 3718 6390We have listed all the famous and high-standard international hospitals and clinics in Hanoi that you can choose when you have any health problems when traveling to Hanoi. Even you may not need it, but it’s essential to save it for unexpected circumstances. Incredible Asia Journey team hope you have a great and safe trip to Hanoi!Read more articles about Hanoi travel guide:Best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake HanoiWhen Is The Best Time To Visit Hanoi?Best Restaurants in Hanoi Old QuarterDay trips from Hanoi that you might be interested:Lan Ha Bay Day Trip from HanoiHoa Lu Tam Coc Day Trip from HanoiTam Coc Bich Dong Day TourMai Chau Day Trip From HanoiFull-Day Hanoi City Tour

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10 Best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi

10 Best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi

The best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi offer tourists a good chance to explore the long and rich culture of the capital of Vietnam. Taking advantage of the beautiful old buildings, the hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake are built with modern structures in order to provide five-star services to tourists. Along with the prime location in the most popular part of Hanoi, they provide the high-class facilities and superb in-room amenities so that clients can enjoy the utmost comfort during their stay. Incredible Asia Journeys has researched all the best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi for all budgets to help you save your time. All of them have amazing reviews on TripAdvisor and affordable prices. Best luxury hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi1. Hotel de l'Opera Hanoi – Mgallery The Hotel de l'Opera Hanoi is one of the best luxury hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi for tourists. Its prime location offers visitors a chance to soak up all the culture of Hanoi. Located in the center of Hanoi, Hotel de l'Opera is only 5 minutes walk from Hoan Kiem Lake and short walking distance to Hanoi Opera House. Guests of Hotel de l'Opera can experience the 5-star accommodation with 107 rooms and suites beautifully designed. The amenities are picked carefully to harmonize with the dark wood, white linen, and the lights. If you are tired of visiting around, there is a bar and Vietnamese restaurant for you. Besides, the hotel also offers 4 meeting rooms and a business center for those who stop here for business. Hotel de l'Opera Hanoi   2. Sofitel Legend Metropole The Sofitel Legend Metropole is an elegant French hotel located across the road from Hanoi Opera House. This hotel is truly one of the best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi with luxurious facilities. It has 364 rooms and suites with hardwood floors, elegant fans, large beds, traditional furnishing, and beautiful French windows. There is also a bar, a restaurant, and a spa for guests to enjoy during their stay. Operated since 1901, the Sofitel Legend Metropole has been delivering exceptional service to visitors and bring them one of the best experience in the 5-star accommodation. It is truly one of the best places to stay in Hanoi and among the list of luxurious hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake.  Sofitel Legend Metropole 3. Apricot Hotel Apricot Hotel is one of the most luxurious hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake. The hotel took eight years to complete and it’s a combination of eastern and western design. Located only a few steps away from Hoan Kiem Lake, the hotel features an outstanding collection of Vietnamese artists and their original artworks. Apricot Hotel offers an artistic experience with old-world decoration that will enchant guests during their stay. The hotel pays attention to every small detail of the rooms and with the professional service, you will have an unforgettable memory after staying here. Apricot Hotel also has a spacious rooftop pool overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake which provides a good time of relaxation after a sightseeing day. Guests also claim that the various choices of breakfast are a highlight of the hotel to help them gain more energy for a new day.  Apricot Hotel 4. The Oriental Jade Hotel The Oriental Jade Hotel is a new member of the OHG Hospitality Group and it was opened in 2019. Being one of the best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake, this hotel features 120 rooms and suites with a stunning view of Hanoi’s most famous attractions. It is located on Hang Trong Street which is a very convenient start for your Hanoi City Tour, all attractions are within walking distance.  Oriental Jade Hotel also offers a beautiful spa with locally inspired relaxation methods. For those who want to stay fit during their trip, the hotel also has a gym and a rooftop pool which allows guests to exercise at any time of the day. It also has a Vietnamese restaurant with a wide range of delicious food that will impress you at the very first bite. Furthermore, guests can spend time at a Sky Bar, enjoy cocktails while admiring the sunset over Hoan Kiem Lake.  Oriental Jade Hotel Best deluxe hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi1. Hanoi Pearl Hotel Hanoi Pearl Hotel is the premier choice among the best deluxe hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi. Located a few steps away from the lake, this hotel offers exceptional service, impressive amenities, and spacious rooms and suites. The hotel is tastefully decorated with exquisite floors, artistic design, and clear attention to details in every room. The service at Hanoi Pearl Hotel is always available from day to night and the staff are very attentive. Remember to check out the night view of Hoan Kiem Lake from the Lounge and Café terrace or relax at the spa.  Hanoi Pearl Hotel 2. Rex Hotel Hanoi Rex Hanoi Hotel is located in the center of Hanoi, with few steps from Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre and short walking distance from Hoan Kiem Lake. The hotel features 68 rooms with unique architecture – a Vietnamese style harmoniously mixed with Western design. Rex Hanoi Hotel aims to provide the utmost comfort for guests during their stay with spacious rooms, restaurant, outdoor and indoor swimming pool. The hotel is also close to famous attractions of Hanoi such as Dong Xuan Market, Night Market, Ngoc Son Temple, or Water Puppet Theatre. The professional and friendly staff will ensure you have an unforgettable time in Ha noi. Besides, Rex Hanoi Hotel offers a very reasonable price – you will pay for a 3-star price and get a 5-star service. Therefore, Rex Hanoi Hotel is one of the best deluxe hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi. Rex Hanoi Hotel 3. Golden Silk Boutique Hotel Golden Silk Boutique Hotel is an elegant hotel near Hoan Kiem Lake and on the famous silk road. It will take you only 3 minutes to walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, 5 minutes to walk to Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. Besides, all the famous attractions such as St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Post Office, or Trang Tien Plaza are within short walking distance. The hotel features spacious rooms with large beds, rosewood floors, and Vietnamese work arts. All the rooms are decorated with a modern style and a bathtub. Especially, if you stay in front of view rooms, you will have a beautiful view of Hanoi Old Quarter and the lake from the balcony. Furthermore, the Golden Silk Boutique Hotel also provides a Vietnamese restaurant, a rooftop bar, spa with steam, sauna, and jacuzzi room. For all those reasons, this is one of the best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi. Golden Silk Boutique Hotel Best budget hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi1. Gondola Hotel After the renovation, Gondola Hotel has made itself to be on the list of best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi. This boutique hotel is located in the heart of Hanoi with 3 minutes walk to Sword Lake and other major attractions of the city. The hotel is a perfect match for leisure or business guests who plan to stay just a few days. The hotel offers 40 rooms which ensure you will have a total retreat into the peace and escape from the bustling city. Get yourself comfortable at the delicious restaurant or relax on the rooftop bar, taking in the panorama view of Hanoi.  Gondola Hotel 2. Hotel Garden Queen Hotel Garden Queen, located in the center of Hanoi, is one of the best budget hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake. The hotel is charmingly traditional with antique designs featuring a rooftop garden. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk service and trip arrangements. It provides 9 rooms with oriental flows, a wood floor, and a basic bathroom. The rooms are fully equipped to serve the guest’s necessities. A daily breakfast is included in the room charge with a variety of options. From Hotel Garden Queen, it will take you only 5 minutes to walk to Ngoc Son temple or the Water Puppet Theatre. Other famous attractions of Hanoi are also easy to be reached on foot. Hotel Garden Queen 3. King Ly Hotel Staying at King Ly Hotel, you will get an easy touch to Hanoi’s famous destinations such as Ngoc Son Temple, Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, or Hanoi Opera House. This best deluxe hotel near Hoan Kiem Lake features 25 air-conditioned rooms with wooden floors and antique furniture. All rooms are equipped with TV, mini bar, private bathroom with bathtub. Housekeeping and buffet breakfast is provided daily at the King Ly Hotel to make sure guests have the best experience here. From the rooftop terrace, you can take in the panorama view of Hoan Kiem Lake at night.  King Ly Hotel Day trips from Hanoi that you might be interested: Lan Ha Bay Day Trip from Hanoi Hoa Lu Tam Coc Day Trip from Hanoi Tam Coc Bich Dong Day Tour Mai Chau Day Trip From Hanoi Full Day Hanoi City Tour Being famous for the unique French buildings, traditional temples, pagodas, and museums, Hanoi is also known as the place of delicious street food stalls, shopping places, and boutique cafes. Therefore, this is an amazing destination for travelers around the world and it can accommodate everyone’s needs from sightseeing, history, religion, gastronomy to a shopping trip. If you are planning to visit this city, check out our list of the best hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake above. And besides the great location for going around Hanoi, they are also a convenient start for any Day trips from Hanoi . 

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When Is The Best Time To Visit Hanoi?

When Is The Best Time To Visit Hanoi?

Many people may think Hanoi belongs to Southeast Asia so it will be hot all the time of the year and T-Shirts are enough to travel in Vietnam all year time round. That is not correct. There are seasons in Hanoi and you need to know about it then decide the best time for you to visit Hanoi . The dry season from October to April in Hanoi From October to April can be the best time to visit Hanoi as this time is not hot and that is the dry season in Hanoi. There is no typhoon so you do not have to worry about canceling the tours you have booked to some destinations like Ninh Binh, Sapa, Halong Bay. In the typhoon season, sometimes you may have to cancel the tours you have booked. The end of September is the end of the rainy season in Hanoi so from October there is not downpour and you can enjoy your trip in the best way. October to November This time is the best of the best time to visit Hanoi as it is the dry season and cool-season also. That is the Autumn season so Hanoi is not cold and not hot. The temperature is about 180C to 250C, the humidity is 74% and the length of the day is 11 hours. You will see that that is the perfect weather to travel. You can travel quite a lot in one day and you will not feel tired of the heat or the cold. You will enjoy most of the moment in Hanoi. Hanoi Street in Autumn December to February  This time of the year is the coldest time in Hanoi. So if you wish to visit Hanoi, you should bring a jacket and sweater with you. The temperature can decrease to 15˚C - 18˚C in the day time and even to decreases to 10˚C - 11˚C at night time. The humidity is about 60% to 65%. Hanoi Street in Winter That is the dry season so that is easy for you to stroll around your hotels or the places around Hanoi. Remember to bring a jacket with you especially when you travel to the high mountainous area like Sapa, Mai Chau, Ha Giang because sometimes there is snow or ice there. If you take a trip to Halong Bay , you should bring more jackets as it is colder in the sea. Although it is cold from December to February, it is still the best time to visit Hanoi and around. Each year a lot of travelers visiting Vietnam as that is the Christmas Holiday Period. Christmas Eve in Hanoi From January to February is the time for Lunar New Year depending on different years and the date will change. So you should check the calendar and ask your travel agents to know about that holiday because you may get a problem with services on Lunar New Year Period.  Hanoi Lunar New Year From March to Aril From March to April, the weather will be warmer because it is Spring in North Vietnam. You still need a warm coat in the cold day but in general, the temperature is perfect for traveling ( From 18˚C - 23˚C in March and from 22˚C - 28˚C in April).  The temperature is good this time but the humidity is from 85% to 90% so it is misty in many places. You may not have nice photos as the sky is not very clear. It is rainy often and the rain is wet enough to be dirty. So this time if you do trekking, that will be hard and that is not a good time for photos hunter.  From March, many roads in Hanoi are covered with vibrant colors Rainy and the hot season from May to September  May to June – The hot season  May to June is the hottest season in Han. The temperature from  26˚C - 33˚C and sometimes it may reach to 39˚C in the day time. So if you do not hot weather, that is a very hard time for you to travel outside this time on the hot day.  This period, the downpour starts but not a lot and not for a long time in a day. Although that is the hot and rainy period, that is the best time for photos as the sky is clear and there are a lot of places in Vietnam harvest the rice. If you visit Tam Coc – a day tour from Hanoi, you can take a boat trip with the rice field along the river. Get on the peak of Hang Mua, you can take the most beautiful photos of Tam Coc. See Hang Mua Tam Coc Day Tour for more information. So this is the best time for visiting Tam Coc and one of the best times to have nice photos around Hanoi.  Golden Rice Tam Coc July to August – Typhoon season That is still a very hot period in Hanoi. It is a bit less hot than May to June but that is the rainy and typhoon season in Hanoi and around. You may have to cancel some tours because of the rain and typhoon. It may rain all day or it is stormy and some boat trips cannot depart like Halong Bay or Tam Coc, Trang An Boat Trip. The temperature from  24˚C - 32˚C and sometimes it may reach to 37˚C in the day time. So you may like this weather.  Hanoi Rainy Season September September is the beginning of autumn so the weather is cooler. However, the world weather has changed recently so this time of the year is not really cool like 20 years ago. It is still a bit hot in September but it is good enough for travel.  That is also the end of the typhoon season so there is still typhoon sometimes. The temperature is from  22˚C - 28˚C. Green Rice is one of the most unique specialty of Hanoi in September When you are in Hanoi this time, you may visit Sapa as that is the rice terrace field. You will have the most beautiful photos of the rice fields in Sapa. That is amazing. Rice field in Sapa From May to September is also a good time for the best deals for the  tour package in Vietnam  as that is the low season for international tourists. So if you would like to travel with a low budget then this period will be good for you.  So the best time to visit Hanoi depending on what you wish but for the weather, we advise from October to November and from March to April when it is in the dry season and it is not cold and not too hot.We hope that with our information above, you can choose the best time suitable for your purpose and your group’s interest. Incredible Asia Journeys is happy to arrange  for you   the holiday to Vietnam .

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How To Travel From Hanoi To Tam Coc

How To Travel From Hanoi To Tam Coc

Tam Coc is not so far from Hanoi and it is a beautiful place around to Hanoi to visit. Recently, it is like a must-see destination for North Vietnam. So many travellers want to know how to travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc ( Ninh Binh). There are some ways to travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc like train, bus or even motorbike. You can travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc by train, bus or motorbike Golden Rice Tam CocTam Coc is not so far from Hanoi. It is just about 110 km from Hanoi and we can get to Tam Coc from Hanoi easily by train, bus or motorbike. It is worth visiting Tam Coc with the beauty of karst mountains dotted among the villages and rivers. There are many places around Tam Coc worth visiting like Trang An, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Bich Dong Pagoda, Thung Nang. Considered as dry Halong Bay, Tam Coc is worth visiting. See the best ways to travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc as below: Travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc by train From Hanoi you can buy a train ticket at Hanoi Railway Station for the train to Ninh Binh where Tam Coc located. It will take about more than 2 hours from Hanoi to Ninh Binh Railway Station. From Ninh Binh Town to Tam Coc is about 5 km so you can get a taxi or a motorbike taxi. If you wish to walk then there is no matter. Travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc by trainMore information when you travel by train from Hanoi to Tam Coc ( Ninh Binh) Travel by train from Hanoi to Ninh takes about 2.5 hours.Hanoi Railway Station is at 120 Le Duan, Hanoi.Ninh Binh Railway Sation is at 01 Hoang Hoa Tham, Ninh Binh.1 way ticket price is about 4 to 7 USD and it is a seat ( not bed).There are 6 trains everyday. Travelling by train is an interesting experience but be careful with pickpocket on train, prepare for your food before getting on the train as there are not many things to eat on train and they are not cheap. Travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc by bus You may travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc by a local bus. There are some buses from Hanoi to Ninh Binh then from Ninh Binh you can take a taxi to Tam Coc. There are local buses and Limousine so there are options for you to choose. By Local Bus There are several buses from Hanoi to Ninh Binh starting from Nuoc Ngam Station such as Hoang Long, Non Nuoc Ninh Binh, Grouptour… etc. More Information for travelling by bus from Hanoi to Tam Coc Bus from Hanoi to Ninh Binh takes about 2.5 hours. From Ninh Binh, you can take a taxi to Tam Coc. The ticket price is about 5 USD. That is cheap but not very comfortable especially in the holiday period. You may get a problem with communication as not many people can speak English. Most passengers on bus are local people so that is a good experience. Be ready at the bus station for about 1 hour before your departure time as the bus may change the departure time and will not responsible if you arrive late. Be careful with pickpocket especially at stations. If you are not an expat, please make sure you are good at travel on your own in most of Asian countries. A limousine With the increase of tourist number recently, now there are many good limousine bus companies has route from Hanoi to Ninh Binh and Tam Coc. So that is easy for you to book a bus from Hanoi to Tam Coc or other areas in Ninh Binh. Some limousine bus companies are Binh Minh Limousine, Huu Binh Limousine, Duy Khang Limousine, Binh Hoai Limousine, Trang An Limousine. They pick up from some places in Hanoi and they are good buses to travel with as there are many tourists on bus. Most of them travel to Ninh Binh for tourism purposes so you can communicate well with them.  Travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc by LimousineMore Information for travelling by limousine bus from Hanoi to Tam Coc The ticket price for Limousine bus from Hanoi to Tam Coc is about 7 to 10 USD. It takes about 2.5 hours to travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc. The bus will drop you at some tourist places in Ninh Binh including Tam Coc. You can book bus ticket online with those buses, hotels or from travel agents easily. Communication is not a problem on the bus because those bus serve tourists quite often. You do not have to worry much about scams as the bus will drop you at tourist places in Ninh Binh and you do not have to go to the bus station which is not safe in Vietnam. Travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc by motorbike Motorbike is not for every tourist to travel in Vietnam as the traffic in Vietnam is not so good and people in Vietnam do not follow the traffic rules very strictly especially in the country. So we do not recommend for tourists except you are in an expat. If you travel in Vietnam by a motorbike, you need to understand quite well about Vietnam and about the habit of Vietnamese. If not, you may get problem. Travel from Hanoi to Tam Coc by MotorbikeMore Information for travelling by motorbike from Hanoi to Tam Coc There are many motorbike rental shops in Hanoi so that is easy for you to rent. Your hotels may help you to rent a motorbike. The cost to rent a motorbike for a day is about 10 USD. Travel by motorbike in general is not recommended for everyone. The route is easy but traffic is a problem. You can travel from your hotel directly to Tam Coc and you can use your motorbike to travel around when you stay in Tam Coc. Is Tam Coc worth visiting? We must say that Tam Coc is very worth visiting. It is not so far from Hanoi ( only 110 km from Hanoi) so that is easy to take a trip to Tam Coc even you do not have much time. You can take an overnight trip to Tam Coc or one day trip. You can get back to Hanoi in the late afternoon for a day trip from Hanoi.  Tam Coc is considered as dry Halong Bay as its beauty is like Halong Bay with thousands of limestone mountains. There are many tourists really like Tam Coc even better than Halong Bay because Halong Bay has become more and more crowded recently. Tam Coc – Besides the beauty of nature, there is local life and culture so travellers will have more experience on their holiday to Vietnam. See some tour to Tam Coc as below: Hoa Lu Tam Coc Day Tour:  https://www.incredibleasiajourneys.com/tours/vietnam-group-tours/hoa-lu-tam-coc-day-trip.html Tam Coc – Hang Mua Day Tour:  https://www.incredibleasiajourneys.com/tours/vietnam-group-tours/hoa-lu-hang-mua-tam-coc-day-tour.html Related articles: The Best Time to Visit Tam Coc Best Things to Do in Ninh Binh Where to Stay in Ninh Binh

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Best Restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter

Best Restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter

When you have a plan to travel to Hanoi , you may think about what to do and what to eat in Hanoi. Many travellers are looking for the best restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter so for their time in Hanoi. This article we list for you the best restaurants in Hanoi and hope you will enjoy the valuable time. Have the list of restaurants will help you to save time for looking a restaurant in Hanoi. 9 Best restaurants in Hanoi for your trip to Hanoi 1. Home Restaurants Add: 34 Chau Long Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Vietnam Tel: +84 243 939 2222 Home Restaurant is a Vietnamese Restaurant in Hanoi. Located in the residential area of Truc Bach – The former French resident area, Home Restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Hanoi with the best reviews from customers and travel agents in Vietnam. Home Restaurant is closed to charming Truc Bach Lake which is an attractive destination for many travellers. Travellers may enjoy lunch/dinner in the restaurant then visit Truc Bach Lake and enjoy a cup of coffee in Truc Bach Lake. Walking to the restaurants, you will feel the warm atmosphere of a French building. Each room of Home Restaurant has a unique atmosphere and the outdoor tables encircle by the mansion. Coming to Home Restaurant, you will be captivated by magnificent aromas and the enchanting flavours of authentic Vietnamese food. All the ingredients have clear source to ensure the quality of the food. Enjoying meals in Home Restaurant is the way you treat yourself to a great Vietnamese meal. A Review from a customer on Tripadvisor Vivian My boyfriend and I went to Home Restaurant for dinner and that was the best meal we both ever had. Everything was perfect! Amazing live music, amazing food and amazing services. The staffs were very friendly and spoke English very well. They are happy to support us calling a taxi for us on the way back to our hotel and show us some shops so we could do shopping. I love the deep-fried prawn the best!  2. KOTO Restaurant Address: 59 Van Mieu Street, Dong Da District. Opening Hours: Daily 07:00 - 22:00. Koto Restaurant is one of the most restaurants in Hanoi. Koto means “ Know One, Teach One”. The restaurant was founded by a Vietnamese oversea. It is the place for the trainees ( who are the disadvantaged youth) to fine-tune their skill they learn in the hospitality training centre in Hanoi. Koto Restaurant in Hanoi is located in Van Mieu Street. It is closed to Van Mieu ( Temple of Literature) – One of the most attractive destinations for travellers visiting Vietnam. So if you take a city tour then that is the best place for having lunch as you can walk from the Temple of Literature. Koto Restaurant is the most well-known restaurant for their mix of traditional Vietnamese, South-East Asian and Western cuisine. The ingredients including garden-fresh vegetables, high-quality dairy products and prime meat to ensure that customers have a tasty and safe meal. Being a training restaurant but Koto always ensure the best service and that is the reason why most of the customers are happy with the services and the food. Koto Restaurant is definitely one of the best restaurants in Hanoi.  3. Cau Go Authentic Vietnamese Restaurant Address: 73 Cau Go Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam Opening Hours: Daily 09:30 - 23:00. Cau Go Restaurant is located in Cau Go Street in Hanoi Old Quarter near Hoan Kiem Lake. That is the best location for travellers as Hoan Kiem Lake is the center of Hanoi for tourism. There are so many hotels and shopping streets around. The name of the restaurant takes the name of the street it locates – Cau Go Street.  Comparing to other restaurants in Hanoi, Cau Go Restaurant has the best view with Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter and it is listed in the best Vietnamese Restaurant voted by travellers. Cau Go Restaurant does not just bring you the very best of Hanoi cuisine, but take the flavors from across the nation to have a menu of the best of all the regions in Vietnam. Coming here, you will have a chance to taste the really Vietnamese cuisine from different places in Vietnam. With detail in decoration, you will not only eat by mouth but by eyes also. All the staffs are trained carefully to meet the standard of an international restaurant. If you visit Hanoi, do not miss a chance for trying lunch or dinner in Cau Go Restaurant. You will never regret.  4. Green Tangerine Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 - 23:00  Address: 48 Hang Be Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam Green Tangerine Restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Hanoi with a good location and good food. If you would like to have a wonderful meal and not care much about the price then this restaurant is a good option for you. The cost for a meal there may range from 15 to 30 USD and it is a bit more expensive than a normal restaurant in Hanoi.  It is a small restaurants but it is a very beautiful one in a French village in a good location of Hanoi Old Quarter. The chef is French and he uses French cooking techniques to make great and creative food.  Food: Choosing Green Tangerine, you will satisfy with the food and professional services of the restaurant. With tasty food and beautiful decoration, every dish will be an art. There are some famous dishes like duck breast carpaccio in red fruit dressing served with ginger, sesame biscuits and mushroom, roasted pigeon marinated in coffee, with mashed eggplants.  Location: Green Tangerine Restaurant shares the best location restaurants with Cau Go Restaurant. It is located in Hanoi Old Quarter so that is very convenient for travellers who stay in the Old Quarter or visit Old Quarter for shopping, walking. It is only 3 minutes to Hoan Kiem Lake – The center of Hanoi. 5. Duong Restaurant May May Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 - 23:00  Address: 101 Ma May Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam Duong Restaurant Ma May is a part of  Duong Restaurant series ( Duong Restaurant Ngo Huyen, Duong Restaurant Saigon, Duong Restaurant Ma May). Located at 101 Ma May – The center of Hanoi Old Quarter, Duong Restaurant Ma May has a unique ancient architecture. With sophisticated interior design will make customers feel they are in the memory of the ancient Hanoi. Coming to Duong Restaurant Ma May, you will happy with the charming and elegant menu designed by the talented and experienced Chef Duong and his team. Chef Duong got the prize – Top 4 of Top Chef Vietnam Program and Chef Duong is the founder of the restaurant. The menu in Duong Restaurant Ma May and other Duong Restaurants focuses on the traditional dishes with Western influences. Duong Restaurant Ma May is reviewed by the diners as one of the best restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter over 1051 reviews until 02 May 2020 and 97% of the reviews are good and excellent. If you visit Hanoi, do not miss a chance to enjoy a lunch/dinner in Duong Restaurant Ma May and you will never regret. A review of Duong Restaurant from Tripadvisor Bill MCadam Michigan From suggestion of our tour guide, we took a short walk from Rex Hotel to Duong Restaurant when we visited Hanoi late Feb 2020. Clients were mostly foreigners. The restaurant has a sharp decor and every efficient service. The food was excellent. We ordered the king prawns and beef pou along with pumpkin soup. We had a similar course elsewhere in Hanoi but here each course had different species adding to the meal.  The entire meal with meal and tip was around $ 55 US and this is the best restaurant during our trip in Vietnam for 8 days. Walking to the restaurant through jammed packed streets of the Hanoi Old Quarter and back to lake area to stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake was a part of fun. 6. Ngon Restaurant Phan Boi Chau Opening Hours: Daily 06:30 - 21:30  Address: 18 Phan Boi Chau, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Ngon Restaurant Phan Boi Chau is located at 18 Phan Boi Chau, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi. It is just some minutes for a walk from Hanoi Old Quarter so that is easy for travellers who stay in Hanoi Old Quarter and want to walk to a restaurant nearby for lunch or dinner. Ngon Restaurant Phan Boi Chau has ncient architecture with mainly earth-tone colors. You will be surprised by a large space with many stalls where you can see how the chefs cook food. That is really good experience because you not only taste the food you order but you also can see how they cook. Ngon Restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Hanoi. Coming to the restaurant, you will feel the ancient Hanoi with hundreds dishes coming from different places in Vietnam. You can find any kind of food here from street food to royal dishes, from North to South of Vietnam. So if you want to try as many as Vietnamese food, Ngon Restaurant will be a good option for you. You can see by eyes the chefs cook the food and you can see the food before you order it. So that is easy because you may get some problems when you do not know much about strange dishes you have never tried before.  With good services and varied kinds of food. Ngon Restaurant is really recommended for travellers by many travel agents and magazines. There are some locations in Hanoi but Ngon Restaurant in Phan Boi Chau is really recommended with a good location for tourists. 7. Madame Hien Restaurant Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 - 22:00 Address: 15 Chan Cam, Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi Madame Hien Restaurant is a good location in the center of Hanoi Old Quarter. It is a French villa building from 19th century and restored to become a restaurant. You will learn more about French architecture and feel more about Hanoi in 19th century when you come here. Madame Hien Restaurant is the lasted restaurant of the most celebrated French chef in Vietnam – Didier Corlou and Madame Hien Restaurant  is a tribute to his Vietnamese grandmother. With both enclosed and open-air space, customers will get out of the bustling of Hanoi right get inside the restaurant. The restaurant has a distinction with other restaurants through a cozy atmosphere created by the art of installation and luxury furniture. In Madame Hien Restaurant, the menu only focuses on the Vietnamese dishes like Pho (Noodle Soup), Banh Cuon (Rice Pancake), Nem ( Spring Rolls), Com Nieu ( Steamed Rice in Clay Pot) or Goi Hoa Chuoi (Banana-Flower Salad). All the dishes seem simple but they are excellent in taste and decoration.  Madame Hien Restaurant is rated one of the best restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter. 8. Pho Bat Dan ( Bat Dan Noodle Soup) Opening Hours: Daily 06.30 – 10.00 and 18.00 – 20.30 Address: 49 Bat Dan, Cua Dong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi Located at 49 Bat Dan Street in Hanoi Old Quarter. Pho Bat Dan is one of the best noodle soup restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter and in Hanoi. If you walk through this street in the morning you will see every day there is a long line of people waiting to enjoy a bowl of noodle soup there. On Bat Dan Street, there are some noodle soup restaurants but Pho Bat Dan ( Bat Dan Noodle Soup) at 49 Bat Dan Street is the most famous noodle restaurant on Bat Dan Street and when we talk about Pho Ban Dan it means we are talking about this restaurant. Coming here, no matter who you are you will need to queue in line and self- served at the counter instead of waiting for the waiters to come to you. Most of the time, there are so many people want to try a noodle soup there so you will be surprised because there are many people are queue in line to have a bowl of Pho there. The cost of a bowl of noodle soup there is about 3.5 USD and it seems reasonable for a famous Pho. However, if you do not have much time then it is not recommended to you because you may have to wait for a while especially in the high season. If you have time and accept waiting then it is a great idea to try a bowl of Pho there to taste a real bowl Hanoi Noodle Soup.  Pho is a light dish and it is normally for breakfast in Vietnam. That is the reason why it is really crowded in the morning if you come to this restaurant. Pho Bat Dan Restaurant is located in the Old Quarter so that is easy for you to take a walk there if you stay in the Old Quarter. You also can do a walking tour around the Old Quarter and end your trip there to taste a bowl of Pho before going back to your hotel. Do not miss your chance to try a bowl of noodle in Vietnam especially Pho Bat Dan as it is the most famous food of Vietnam. 9. Sen Ho Tay Buffet Restaurant Opening Hours: Daily 11.00 – 14.15 and 18.00 – 21.15 Address: 614 Lac Long Quan, Hanoi Located at the bank of the Westlake - not in the Old Quarter but the restaurants has the location in the Old Quarter also - Ly Thai To Street, with an area of 12,000 m2 Sen Tay Ho Restaurant is a large buffet restaurant which can serve from small group to big group. Many families and companies in Hanoi when they are thinking about a place for a dinning party.  The restaurant is not famous for abundant food and good food but also famous for a large space and beautiful atmosphere. There is space for children to play it is a selfie hotspots for diner coming here. That is a beautiful restaurant with traditional and charming decoration. There are about 200 dishes so you never have to worry if you may not like some kind of food as there are a lot of options for you. From vegetable to seafood, from Vietnamese to western food. Customers always can easy to choose the best food for them. There are 3 areas in the restaurant. That is International Buffet, Hanoi Buffet and The Star Palace Buffet. Each area can welcome some hundred customers.  This is one of the first professional buffet restaurants in Hanoi serving international and local customers so there are a lot of Vietnamese customers coming to the restaurant also. No matter you are Vietnamese or foreigners, you will feel very good when you come to Sen Tay Ho Restaurant and want to come back. If you stay in the Old Quarter and do not want to move very far then you can choose Sen Ly Thai To at 60 Ly Thai To Street. You may like Hanoi Street food:  https://www.incredibleasiajourneys.com/travel-blog/hanoi-street-food.html Hanoi Nightlife:  https://www.incredibleasiajourneys.com/travel-blog/hanoi-nightlife.html

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How long does it take from Hanoi to Halong Bay?

How long does it take from Hanoi to Halong Bay?

You are visiting Halong Bay and you are wondering about “How long does it take from Hanoi to Halong Bay?” to prepare for your trip. Yes, this question is very popular for many people who have a plan to visit Halong Bay. However, there are some answers for that question as below: Why there are some answers: There are some hundred cruises in Halong Bay and they start from different harbours so the distance will be different. At the moment, there are 3 harbours the cruises start from. They are Tuan Chau Harbour , Hon Gai Harbour, and Got Harbour. + Tuan Chau Harbour:  If you go on Road #18 the distance from Hanoi to Halong Bay is about 175 km and if you take a cruise shuttle bus it will take about 3.5 hours including about 20 to 30 minutes for a break. However, it is a shuttle bus so they will pick up some groups then it will take about 30 minutes for the pick-up.  If you take a private car you will save about 30 minutes for not waiting for other tourists on the bus and time for waiting for other tourists when you stop for toilets.  + Hon Gai Harbour:  Hon Hai Harbour is the harbor for the cruises in Bai Tu Long Bay – The Eastern Part of Halong Bay and it is farther from Tuan Chau Harbour so you will need about 20 to 30 minutes more to get to this harbor. So you will need about 4 hours with the shuttle bus or 3.5 hours with the private if you go on Road #18.  There is another road – Expressway #5B which many luxury cruises use this road for their cruise bus to save time for tourists. If you go on this road, you will save about 30 minutes comparing to Road #18 above. You can see more detail about the Cruises in Halong Bay and Cruises in Bai Tu Long Bay. Got Harbour:  Hanoi to Got Harbor Got Harbour is a new Harbour for the new cruises in Lan Ha Bay . All of the cruises there are new cruises in Halong Bay and they are the steel cruises. Lan Ha is located in the Southern Halong Bay and it is less touristy and less polluted so now most of the new cruises and luxury Halong Bay cruises depart from there. So how long to get from Hanoi to Got Harbour? If you travel with those cruises in Lan Ha Bay starting from Got Harbour you will travel on Expressway #5B and it will take about 2.5 hours from Hanoi to the harbor for your Halong Bay trip. Most of the cruises in Lan Ha Bay will use the luxury limousine bus/van so they do not pick up many tourists. That is the reason why if you use the private car the duration will be quite the same. Yes, you may save about 15 to 20 minutes if you use the private car. There are some good cruises in Lan Ha Bay you may choose for your trip: Perla Dawn Sails , VSpirit Premier Cruise , Scarlet Pearl Cruise , La Pandora Cruise , Indochine Cruise …etc. Perla Dawn Sails So there is not only one answer for the question How Long from Hanoi to Halong Bay but I hope you get some information for that question.

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Hanoi Train Street Cafes Shut Down

Hanoi Train Street Cafes Shut Down

Hanoi Train Street cafes are closed by the local authorityThe Ministry of Transport has ordered to shut down the Hanoi train street coffee shops – The selfie hotspots of many tourists and local people in Hanoi. Hanoi City authorities have been told to remove the train street coffee shops and other businesses along both sides of the train street including Le Duan street and Phung Hung street.The authority has decided to close Hanoi Train StreetWhy are Hanoi Train Street coffee shops closed?The Hanoi train street coffee shops are closed due to the increased risk of railway accidents said by the Deputy Minister of Transport.Authorities said that it can be a danger to human life and the boiling point came on 06 Oct when there was a train that was forced to re-route because there were too many tourists on the tracks.Until now there haven’t been any accidents but the fact that it can be dangerous for tourists if they too much focus on taking photos and selfie. Luckily, the coffee shop owners always notice their clients keep a good distance when the train comes for safety.Hanoi Train Street used to be a favorite tourist attraction in HanoiHanoi Train Street – A destination for tourists in recent yearsIn recent years, there has been more and more tourists and local people visiting Hanoi strain street for drinking a cup of coffee while seeing the train running through. This practice attracts more and more tourists visiting Hanoi as it is really strange and incredible.Tourists visiting Vietnam for the famous destinations like Halong Bay, Sapa, Ha Giang, Hoi An, Ba Na Hill for Golden Bridge, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Mekong Delta, and Hanoi strain street is like a must for many tourists visiting Hanoi. So the closure of Hanoi train street is a pity for them when visiting Hanoi, Vietnam. And of course, the coffee shop owners of the train street are among the people who do not wish this.The train coming throughWhat other destinations in Hanoi and around you can visit while Hanoi Train Street is closed?What will you visit when Hanoi train street is shut down? No worry, there are so many nice places in Hanoi and around for you to visit and try.Giang Egg Coffee: While Hanoi train street is closed you can have a cup of egg coffee which is so incredible to try. Giang Egg Coffee is a good place for a cup of egg coffee.Hoan Kiem Lake: Hoan Kiem Lake is a good place for clients for visiting especially at night time and at the weekend. From Friday to Sunday the vehicles are banned from going to the street around the lake and tourists can walk around to see the different activities like dancing, magic show, traditional games…etc. Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh Complex including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, House on stilt, One Pillar Pagoda is an attractive destination for tourists visiting Hanoi.Halong Bay: Listed in the 7 Natural World Heritage, Halong Bay is like a must when you visit Hanoi. Taking a cruise in Halong Bay is awesome. You will cruise around the bay with thousands of limestone islands and join in some activities on the bay like kayaking, swimming, taking a sampan boat ride. Kayaking in Halong Bay is a sporty and incredible activity as you can row the kayak on your own on the emerald water and sometimes you weave in and out the tunnel caves.Halong Bay is so-worth-visitingLan Ha Bay: Lan Ha Bay is a Southern part of Halong Bay and belongs to Halong Bay. It is a new area for the cruise so now most of the new cruises in Halong Bay go to this route as it is less touristic and cleaner. Most of the new cruises are very nice as the standard of services needs to be better and better for tourists visiting Halong Bay. You can see more about these cruises in Lan Ha Bay at Lan Ha Bay Cruises for choosing the best cruise for your trip.Ninh Binh: Ninh Binh is not so far from Hanoi which you can take a day trip from Hanoi. You may take a Hoa Lu Tam Coc day trip or Bai Dinh Trang An for one day. They are both good if you do not have much time. You also can stay overnight in Ninh Binh. Sapa: Sapa is one of the top listed destinations if you visit Vietnam. Visiting Sapa you will not only visit the beautiful nature of the mountainous area with the beautiful rice field but also the unique culture of the hill tribe people there. Take part in a trekking tour in Sapa will be a great way to understand the locals in Sapa and how they cultivate the land there.September to October is a good time for the terrace field but other seasons are beautiful also.There are so many nice places to visit Hanoi and around when Hanoi train street coffee shops are closed so go ahead to Hanoi for other places.Don't miss out Sapa on your trip to Vietnam!Thank you so much for your reading!

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