Hanoi Food Tour: From Street Flavors to Ancient Crafts & Stories of Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Hanoi Food Tour: From Street Flavors to Ancient Crafts & Stories of Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Morning Tour
- Experienced English-speaking Culture Storyteller
- All foods and drink tastings listed
- 1 bottle of mineral water per person
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off (Old Quarter - Walking Tour)
- Visit a local artisan's home and explore sightseeing highlights.
- 30% surcharge for the Lunar New Year and all other Public
- Holidays by the Vietnam Government
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guide
- The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
- Designated handling fee
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Evening Tour
- The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
- Designated handling fee
From
Highlights
- Enjoy authentic food & drinks that carry stories of generations.
- Take part in an interactive cultural activity, experiencing heritage with your own hands.
- Step into a quiet temple where locals worship and reflect on daily life.
- Visit a craftsman’s home and hear stories of Hanoi’s guilds and living heritage.
- Discover secret alleys, old houses, and courtyards beyond the guidebooks.
- Receive a meaningful gift and curated photo collection from your journey.
Duration: 3-3.5 hours | Start time: Morning (10:00 AM) or Evening (5:00 PM)
Style: Immersive walking tour with food, culture, and local life
Theme: Memorry - Belief - Craft - Cuisine - Daily Living
Pace: Leisurely (gentle walking, cultural stops, food tastings)
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
This walking tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter is more than just sightseeing -
it’s a journey into the living heritage of the city. You’ll wander through
maze-like alleys and bustling markets, tasting seven authentic Vietnamese
dishes and drinks that represent the soul of local cuisine. Beyond food, the
experience takes you deeper into Hanoi’s traditions: try a hands-on cultural
activity, step inside a hidden spiritual site where locals worship, and meet a
traditional artisan still keeping ancient crafts alive. Along the way, you’ll
uncover secret courtyards, centuries-old houses, and stories of community life
that most visitors miss. To make the memories last, the tour includes a
meaningful keepsake gift and a personalized photo collection, ensuring your
Hanoi experience is as authentic as it is unforgettable.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meeting Point / Pick-up: Hotel pick-up available in Hanoi Old Quarter area. If
you are staying outside this area, please be ready at the designated meeting
point (we will confirm details after booking).
This is a walking tour, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Dietary requirements (vegetarian, allergies) can be accommodated - please
inform us in advance.
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𝑏𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑞𝑢𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑑. 𝑊𝑒 𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑘 𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑤𝑎𝑟𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑤𝑒𝑙𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑡𝑜 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑏𝑒𝑎𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑓𝑢𝑙 𝑉𝑖𝑒𝑡𝑛𝑎𝑚.
Itinerary
Pick-up at your hotel and stroll into the Old Quarter. Begin your journey with a gentle walk through Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter. Narrow alleyways, bustling streets, and hidden corners will set the stage for a day of discovery.
Culinary journey with 7 tastings of traditional Vietnamese food & drinks. Along the way, savor an authentic food adventure with seven different tastings, including both food and drinks that represent the soul of Vietnamese cuisine. These dishes are not only delicious but also carry the stories of generations.
Hands-on cultural experience. Take part in a hands-on activity, where you get to connect more deeply with local traditions. This interactive moment will let you do more than just watch - you will experience with your own hands.
Cultural discovery: explore a hidden spiritual corner of Hanoi. Step away from the busy streets and enter a quiet heritage site tucked inside the town. This is where locals come for worship and reflection, offering you a glimpse into Vietnamese spiritual traditions, daily rituals, and the values that shape community life.
Meet a traditional artistan. Step into the home of a traditional artisan and hear stories not only about the ups and downs of his craft today, but also about the glorious days when the Old Quarter was a bustling hub of thriving guilds and workshops. This gives you a vivid sense of how Hanoi’s traditional trades shaped community life, and how some artisans are still striving to keep that heritage alive in the modern era.
Dive into local life in the Old Quarter. Observe how Hanoians live, shop, and interact in the maze-like streets and local market. This is your chance to experience authentic daily life, beyond what guidebooks can show.
Discover hidden alleys and old architechture. Your guide will lead you through charming backstreets and introduce you to centuries-old houses, secret courtyards, and architectural gems that are often overlooked by visitors.
Conclude with a meaningful gift. At the end of the tour, you will receive a small souvenir as a keepsake of your Hanoi experience.
Memories captured for you. Throughout the tour, we will capture photos of you during your experiences. Afterward, you will receive a personalized photo collection, so you can relive the special moments long after your journey ends.
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USD 35.86
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