This half day experience takes you through the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, exploring the people and history through the senses; sound, taste, sight and smell. Your host has established connections with local vendors and business owners throughout the Old Quarter, learning their generational stories and secrets which he’ll share for the ultimate cultural and eating experience.

Programme Details

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Today's tour begins at either 09:00 or 17:00. From the southern end of the Old Quarter, start with a quintessential Hanoi favorite; egg coffee. Once your system is full, continue along backstreets to sample such delicacies as banh da tron (an unusual dish consisting of brown flat noodles), bun (vermicelli) with rice paddy crab which is typical from the north as well as other local favorites. Food sampled is adaptable depending on preferences and tastes. 

The beauty of the Old Quarter is the connection of narrow alleys which are privately shared among the community. You’ll explore such areas usually hidden to outsiders. Continue walking these hidden alleys to sample popular tastes and treats before continuing to a historic home nested behind bustling shops. Meet the owner to learn more on life in the Old Quarter through the eyes of a resident.  

Continue through a streetside market to another hidden lane through houses to Dong Xuan market and its street food alley’s.  Walk around this area then continue to a state-owned shop on Lan Ong ‘medicinal street’ to sample the traditional herbal rice liquor – considered the soul of the Old Quarter. 

Finally, visit a family operated pho noodle enterprise that supplies the area with the country’s staple ingredient. See the production line of this wholesaler (note a bowl of pho will not be eaten at this house as it's for production only).  

Finish your exploration of one of Vietnam’s most fascinating districts with a last hidden alleyway, followed by more grazing before transferring back to your hotel or your next stop. 

Notes:

• Departure: Daily.
• Capacity: max 06 pax
• This tour can be taken in the morning or afternoon. We recommend PM due to the atmosphere of the Old Quarter / less humid than during the heat of summer. 
• The tour may be subject to change due to weather conditions etc. 
• The tour is primarily conducted on foot so be sure to wear comfortable shoes. 
• Street food options for vegetarians are limited. Not recommended for vegans 
• The experience offered while vetted as visiting popular and well-frequented local establishments, either street stalls or local family run establishments, standards might not be comparable with international standards. While we check the standards of these local vendors, please be aware that consuming street food involves some risk.

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