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Old Quarter Walking Tour
Hoan Kiem Lake - Trade streets - Old Quarter lanes
Walk the 36 streets with a local and learn why each one is named after a trade.
Group tour
Hanoi Street Food Tour
Eat your way across the Old Quarter at family-run stalls chosen by your guide.
- 3.5 hours
- Old Quarter - Street stalls - Dessert and coffee
- Price on request
Highlights
- Five to six tastings at stalls locals use
- Bun cha, pho cuon, banh mi and more
- Vietnamese dessert and egg coffee
- Vegetarian options on request
Programme
Stop 1 · 30 min
Starter: fresh rolls
Begin with light, fresh bites while your guide explains northern Vietnamese flavours: balance of sweet, sour, salty and herbs.
Stop 2 · 45 min
Bun cha
Grilled pork with rice noodles and dipping broth, a Hanoi classic.
Stop 3 · 40 min
Noodles and rolls
Taste a noodle dish and a steamed or fried roll at a stall known for one thing only.
Stop 4 · 30 min
Banh mi
Try a Vietnamese baguette sandwich and compare it with the version you may know at home.
Stop 5 · 45 min
Dessert and egg coffee
End with a sweet che dessert and a cup of egg coffee.
Timings and stops can change with weather, traffic and opening days. Private tours and packages can be adjusted to your wishes.
Photo album
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A steaming bowl at a family stall -
Fresh herbs and produce -
Evening in the Old Quarter -
Egg coffee to finish
Illustrations of the places on this tour.
Included and not included
Included
- English-speaking local guide
- Entrance fees for the sites listed
- Bottled water
- Tastings and meals where listed
Not included
- International flights and visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Meals and drinks not listed
- Tips for guide and driver (optional)
- Personal expenses
Final inclusions are confirmed in your quote.
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