Vietnam · Asia itinerary
Hanoi
Old Quarter chaos, lakeside calm and Hạ Long day trips.
A sample 3-day Hanoi route
Old Quarter, Ba Dinh + West Lake, then the Ha Long Bay day trip (an overnight cruise is even better if you have the time).
- Day 1Old Quarter lanes, cathedral & prison
- Day 2Ba Dinh monuments & West Lake
- Day 3Ha Long Bay day trip
This is one of several routes in the guide — change the length, budget and dates yourself in the workspace.
Where to eat in Hanoi
- Phở Gia Truyền Bát Đàn Bib Gourmand · verify current status
- Bún Chả Hương Liên MICHELIN Selected · verify current status
- Chả Cá (turmeric fish, Thang Long) MICHELIN Selected · verify current status
- Gia (modern Vietnamese) ★ MICHELIN Star · verify current status
- Bún chả (grilled pork & noodles)
- Phở (Hanoi style)
Good to know
Where to stay
Old Quarter (Hoan Kiem), French Quarter, West Lake (Tay Ho).
How long to go
3–5 days suits most visitors. Shorter and longer routes are built in, so you are never padding a trip to fill days.
Entry reminder: Vietnam's visa rules (e-visa, exemptions and durations) vary by passport and change. Confirm your own requirements on the official Vietnam immigration / e-visa website before booking. This is a general reminder only — confirm your specific requirements on the relevant government website before booking. Last checked 2026-06-14.
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