Hanoi
Vietnam
Hanoi
The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is a city of many contrasts where the past meets the present. Spend a few days here exploring the traditional Old Quarter, the lavish French Quarter, and sampling the best of Vietnam's food and culture.
Vietnam and Myanmar
All our guides were very knowledgeable and helpful – we particularly warmed to Hnaung Hnaung Htwe at Inle.
Featured itineraries
Complete Vietnam
Comprehensive 15-day itinerary covering North, South and Central Vietnam, visiting the northern and southern capitals of Hanoi and Saigon, the imperial capital Hue, the world heritage town of Hoi An, beautiful Ha Long Bay, the beach at Nha Trang, and the Mekong Delta.
Destination
- Vietnam
Experience
- Cultural Holidays
Prices from £1689 pp
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The Remote North of Vietnam
Escape the beaten path on this journey into Vietnam's northern highlands. Trek and bike to isolated hamlets in Mai Chau, learn about Vietnam's colonial-era history and independence struggle in Dien Bien Phu & Son La, and discover some of the country's most splendid scenery in the hills around Sapa. This 13-day itinerary starts and ends in Hanoi, and includes an overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay.
Destination
- Vietnam
Experience
- Cultural Holidays
- Walking and Climbing
Prices from £1950 pp
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Northern Highlights of Vietnam
Discover northern Vietnam on foot, by bike, by train and by boat on this 12-day itinerary that focuses on the region's natural and cultural highlights. Go hill-walking in Sapa, take the sleeper train between Hanoi and Lao Cai, and cruise Ha Long Bay. Other regions visited include beautiful Cuc Phuong National Park and the Duong Lam & Ky Son ancient villages.
Destination
- Vietnam
Experience
- Cultural Holidays
Prices from £1495 pp
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Accommodation
Golden Silk Boutique Hotel
The Golden Silk Boutique Hotel occupies a fantastic location on Hang Gai Street, in the heart of Hanoi’s old quarter. It stands out among Hanoi hotels for its vibrant décor and stylish piano bar.
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Gondola Hotel & Spa
Opened in 2011, the Gondola Hotel and Spa is a stylish, Italian-influenced hotel situated in the heart of Hanoi's Old Quarter, within easy walking distance of Hoan Kiem Lake and Dong Xuan Market.
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Hotel de l’Opera
The Hotel de l’Opera’s bright, vibrant style sets it apart from many of Hanoi’s more sober colonial-era hotels. As does its superb location, close to the city’s famous Opera House.
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La Dolce Vita Hotel
La Dolce Vita Hotel provides a peaceful refuge amid the mayhem and mopeds of Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter. This 53-room boutique hotel offers some of the best value rooms in the city centre.
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Maison d'Hanoi Hanova
One of the newest hotels in central Hanoi, the Maison d'Hanoi Hanova is a modestly priced but generously equipped boutique hotel with elegant rooms, a traditional Vietnamese restaurant, and a marvellous top-floor spa.
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Silk Path Hotel
Located just off Hang Gai, Hanoi’s major shopping street, Silk Path is a stylish small hotel with an enviable location in the heart of Vietnam’s thriving metropolis.
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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Hanoi's grandest hotel, the Sofitel Legend Metropole was built at the turn of the nineteenth-century and offers world-class service and heritage in spades.
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Leopard in a Tree
Alyson and I want to thank you for coordinating such a wonderful vacation for us. We enjoyed it immensely.