HANOI JEEP TOUR DETAILED ITINERARY:
Hanoi FOOD, CULTURE, SIGHTSEEING & FUN By Vietnam Army Jeep is an exciting way to immerse yourself in the sights, smells, and tastes of Hanoi. It’s truly the best way to discover and understand the authentic Hanoi beyond just the tourist spots. This tour we will guide you through numerous areas of Hanoi that you might not see or even imagine otherwise—navigating the maze of winding backstreets, the hidden city corners, and the iconic Train Street, while tasting some of the most delicious dishes the city has to offer. Additionally, we’ll pass by and check off many of the city’s famous landmarks, including the stunning French boulevards, the bustling Old Quarter, the charming Westlake and Truc Bach Lake, the renowned Long Bien Bridge, the Opera House, the glorious Victory B52 museum, Ba Dinh Square, and the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.
The tour includes three parts, depending on the time of your tour and the season of the year, the order of activities will be arranged to best suit the schedule and highlight the most memorable experiences.
Part 1: Explore The Backstreets of Hanoi – 1.5 Hours
Your journey begins where few tourists ever venture. Hop on a Vietnam Army Legend Jeep and ride through the hidden maze of backstreets, narrow alleys, and bustling local markets that pulse with the real rhythm of Hanoi.
Witness the REAL Hanoi behind the scenes, featuring the good, the bad, and the weird sides of the city, all at close range.
Immerse yourself in the Living Museum of Hanoi, where local people live and work. Meet locals in their daily lives, from street vendors to artisans, from families to school students, or discover local markets, temples, playgrounds, and random cafés.
This is more than sightseeing: it’s about building genuine connections and experiencing the city with all your senses: touching, watching, hearing, tasting, smelling and feeling the city as it truly is.
Part 2: Hanoi City’s Highlights – 1.5 Hours
Shift gears to the heart of the capital as your Jeep cruises through time, from ancient temples to French colonial boulevards and modern landmarks.
Drive through the Old Quarter and French Quarter, absorbing the vibrant contrast of old-world charm and modern development.
Stop for photo and pass by the city’s iconic sites, including:
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Presidential Palace & Ba Dinh Square
West Lake, Truc Bach Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda
B52 Victory Museum
French Quarter
Long Bien Bridge
Visit the famous Hanoi Train Street, and watch the train pass by just inches away while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese coffee.
Part 3: Hanoi Food Experiences – 1 Hour
No Hanoi adventure is complete without indulging in its legendary cuisine. We’ll take you to the Hidden Gem Café, where you can savor authentic, healthy, and organic dishes. Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
Sample local favorites such as:
Hanoi fried spring rolls – A taste of Hanoi
Fresh spring rolls (Phở Cuốn) – a delicacy of Hanoi
Hanoi-style Banh Mi – Vietnamese national dish
Five-colored mixed noodles – Hanoi Specialty
Green papaya salad – The most common Salad in Vietnam
Egg Coffee – Hanoi’s creamy, iconic specialty
Local Moonshine (rice wine) – a traditional sip with a kick
Bia Hoi – Hanoi Fresh Beer, daily brewed Fresh Beer, highlighting Hanoi’s modern creative twist on drinks
All food and drinks are healthy, organic, and truly authentic.
