House of travel Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Myanmar Brochure 2017 | Page 9

Duration: 1.5-2 hrs Price from $27 pp Duration: 5 hrs Price from $82 pp Duration: 2 hrs Price from $53 pp Concierge Welcome Good Morning Hanoi! Heritage Hanoi If you’re new to Hanoi or Vietnam and unsure Rise early and see Hanoi in a different light Take a glimpse into the history of Hanoi with of places of interest, the best eateries in town, where to exchange money, how to barter correctly, then this Concierge Welcome is for you. A guide will meet you for an orientation of the city, giving you a brief introduction from a local perspective and will be able to answer any questions you may have. Learn the most invaluable insight to Vietnam – how to cross the street! You’ll receive a welcome pack and be taken on a short walk to Hoan Kiem Lake. Duration: 3 hrs Price from $29 pp as you observe the city come alive. The streets are quiet to begin, a rare sight in Hanoi and as the morning unravels, watch as the locals begin their day. Enjoy the crisp morning air as you walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, a popular spot where locals partake in daybreak exercises, Tai Chi and catch up with friends. Next, head to the bustling local market where Hanoians trade their goods for the day. End your tour at a street side café. a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum where the embalmed body of the late president was laid to rest after his death. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Museum, followed by the historic One Pillar Pagoda. Other highlights include the Temple of Literature; the first university in Vietnam originally constructed in 1070 and recently rebuilt in 2000 with the main purpose to remind the youth of Vietnam to try and study as their ancestors did. Also visit a temple dedicated to Confucius Duration: 2 hrs Price from $103 pp Duration: 3 hrs Price from $96 pp Ancient City Walking Tour Cyclo City Experience Hanoi Cooking Class The Old Quarter in Hanoi is over 1,000 It is no secret that the streets of Hanoi are Vietnamese cuisine is globally known for its years old and today still retains much of the old essence that made the area special in earlier times. With local houses narrowly built and close together, people live upstairs while running a family business at street level. Walk through these amazing alleys and gain a fascinating insight into an old age traditional way of life at the heart of Hanoi – a great introduction tour to the city. Duration: 8-9 hrs Price from $185 pp full of commotion, so what better way is there to explore Hanoi other than joining the locals on the road. Discover Hanoi by cyclo – a traditional three wheeled bicycle taxi. Sit back and relax as your cyclo driver navigates you through the Old Quarter, renowned for its lively buzz. Prior to your cyclo ride, you’ll also visit the Museum of Ethnology with exhibits depicting all aspects of the lives, customs and activities of the 54 ethnic groups of Vietnam. diversified flavours and freshness. Partake in a cooking class with KOTO to learn the secrets of Vietnamese food and culture. An accredited hospitality program, KOTO (Know One Teach One) gives special young people the start in life that everyone deserves. KOTO has grown from a small sandwich shop to a 120-seat restaurant. Choose from a morning or afternoon cooking class with a variety of menus to choose from in- cluding vegetarian options. Receive recipes from the dishes prepared followed by a shared meal. Duration: 3 hrs Price from $80 pp Duration: 1.5 hrs Price from $49 pp Perfume Pagoda Hanoi Street Food Tour Water Puppet Show Depart Hanoi for a visit to the Perfume If you are a bit dubious or nervous to try the Discover the beauty Pagoda, set amongst limestone cliffs of Huong Son Mountain. Travel through the rural countryside before boarding a river boat for a scenic journey along the Yen Stream as there are no roads leading to the pagoda. Stop at Trinh Temple, after which climb up the mountain to the main grotto of Huong Tich where each stalactite and stalagmite has its own legend. Visit a handicraft silk village on the trip back to Hanoi. much talked about Hanoi street food, then this is the way to do it. Walk through the bustling streets, as your guide explains the cuisine and points out sights along the way. Gain an insight into the intricacies of Vietnamese food culture including details on ingredients and popular northern dishes. Stop at several establishments along the way where you will have the opportunity to try local dishes. *All prices are per person, twin share, based on low season including breakfast of this uniquely Vietnamese performance art. A range of traditional legends and historical tales are among the enchanting puppet plays performed at this popular theatre in Hanoi. The puppets are made from wood, highly lacquered and are attached to long sticks. The puppeteer stands waist deep in water, giving the illusion that the puppets are walking on water. The show is accompanied by musicians who play traditional Vietnamese music on instruments such as drums, gongs, cymbals, horns and flutes. 9 HAnoi