Rowing through Trang An Grotto

Hanoi: Exploring A Thousand Year Old Vietnam
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influencesHanoi is Vietnam's art capital. The elegant Fine Arts Museum houses the country's foremost collection, such as ancient Cham artifacts and impressionist pieces. For something more contemporary, head for Manzi or the Vietnam Art Gallery.

Tran Quoc Pagoda,regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years.
Located on a small peninsula on the East side of Hanoi West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda is regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years. The architecture of this Buddhist center is a subtle combination between the solemn and beautiful landscape on the peaceful and quiet ambiance of West Lake’s surface

Ba Dinh Square, the venue where Ho Chi Minh proclaimed the Declaration of Independence Day of Vietnam
Ba Dinh Square was chosen to be the venue for the Declaration of Independence ceremony. September 02, 1945 was one of the most important days in Vietnamese history. President Ho Chi Minh, on behalf of the Provisional Government, proclaimed the Declaration of Independence at Ba Dinh Square.

Have a sightseeing to the Presidential Palace of Vietnam
The Presidential Palace of Vietnam, located in the city of Hanoi, currently is the official residence of the President of Vietnam. Before 1954, it was named the Palace of Governors-general of Indochina. The Presidential Palace is a part of the Presidential Palace Historical Site complex, where President Ho Chi Minh lived and worked between December 19, 1954 and September 2, 1969. Recognized as a special national relic site, the complex is likened to a museum featuring the life of President Ho.

A visit to Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum in Hanoi can serve as a way to understand Vietnam's history, values and culture.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is located in the middle of Ba Dinh Square, where President Ho Chi Minh used to preside over rallies.It is a mausoleum which serves as the resting place of Vietnamese revolutionary leader and President Ho Chi Minh in Hanoi, Vietnam.Inside Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a room covered with marble. Here, President Ho Chi Minh's body is placed in a glass box, on a bed placed on a stone pedestal. There are always 4 soldiers standing guard inside the room.

One Pillar Pagoda: A Mini Guide To Experience Absolute Calmness In Hanoi
The One Pillar Pagoda, formally belongs to an architecture complex called Diên H?u t? which means Extend Bless pagoda. The pagoda is a historic Buddhist temple in the central Ba ?ình district, Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is also referred as Chua Mot Cot, Dien Huu or Lien Hoa Dai is famous for its impressive architecture and historical values. The shape of pagoda is said to present a lotus flower growing out of water and related to the nice legend of Ly King.

Hanoi Old Gate, the very last of the 16 city gates standing at Hanoi.
Quan Chuong, better known as the old east gate of the city of Hanoi, is the very last of the 16 city gates standing today. It was once the entry point to the ancient walled city that had been secured at the eastern end by this gate. It is the gateway to the Old Quarter of the city. It has been recognized as a historical site, having guarded the city from the ancient era that saw the advent and fall of the Nguyen Dynasty to the present times.

Phung Hung Street: Breath Taking Artwork of Hanoi Vietnam
A long stretch of murals, each one within one of the arches under the train tracks along Phung Hung Street. It is one of the best things to see in Hanoi! Come see this unique Vietnam artwork in the famous Hoan Kiem District.

Hanoi Train Street- Doorstep railway at Old Quarter Hanoi
The Hanoi Train Street is one of the most famous and adventurous tourist spots in Hanoi. It’s a tiny narrow street hidden in one of the back streets of Hanoi and surrounded by high narrow houses packed closely together. These families’ backyards are the railways where the train passes a few times per day.

Taste this native cuisine called Pho, a noodle in beef or chicken broth.
Pho is a Vietnamese soup consisting of bone broth, rice noodles, and thinly sliced meat (usually beef). It may also be served with bean sprouts, fresh herbs, limes, chiles, and other garnishes. The origins of pho are a bit murky, but it is generally believed to have originated in early 20th century northern Vietnam.

Banh Mi Vietnam: A famous world-wide street food.
Bánh Mì is the Vietnamese term for “bread”, but it also refers to a special kind of sandwich: a culinary fusion of two cultures and a prime example of how food is always tied with history. The story begins in the mid-19th century when Vietnam fell under French colonial rule. The French brought their baguette with them, and the Vietnamese people began to eat their bread much like they did – typically with a platter of cold cuts, butter, cheese and/or pâté. It wasn’t until 1954 when French rule ended that the Vietnamese people finally began to impose their own influences on the French sandwich: mayonnaise replaced butter, cilantro and fresh chillies were added for flavour, and pickled vegetables were also thrown in the mix.

Egg Coffee: The taste of Hanoi and Vietnam in a cup
Egg coffee is a Vietnamese nationally acclaimed specialty made of egg yolks, sugar, condensed milk, and robusta coffee. This is a very popular drink in Hanoi, which can also be found in almost every coffee shop in other parts of Vietnam

Experience the peaceful beauty in the vibrant and crowded city of Vietnam at Hoan Kiem Lake
Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi also known as “Sword Lake,” is a freshwater lake in the center of Hanoi. It is famous for its peaceful beauty, its cultural as well as historical values. Located right in the center of the capital of Vietnam, Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi is famous for its peaceful beauty, its cultural as well as historical values. Many beautiful words are used to describe the beauty of the lake such as picturesque, magnificent, dreamy, mysterious

Ngoc Son Temple: A sacred site in the heart of Hanoi
Ngoc Son Temple (Jade Mountain Temple) was erected in the 19th century in commemoration of Tran Hung Dao, the greatest military commander of the Tran Dynasty. With his military brilliance, Tran Hung Dao led the Vietnamese Army to several victories over the Yuan Dynasty in the 13th century.It worships Van Xuong De Quan (Wenchang Dijun), a Taoist deity that brings happiness and wealth to scholars.

Visit the brightly painted in red Huc bridge and click some memorable pictures with it in the backdrop.
Located in the heart of Hanoi, the Huc Bridge traverses the Hoan Kiem Lake to connect to the Ngoc Son Temple on the other side. Brightly painted in red, the bridge is an iconic architectural wonder in Hanoi. The best time to see this bridge is perhaps at night-time, when you can watch the vibrantly-lit bridge across the bank and click some memorable pictures with it in the backdrop.

The Saint Joseph Church brings an ancient and peaceful beauty inside bustling Hanoi
St. Joseph's Cathedral is a Catholic church on Nhà Chung Street, in the Hoàn Ki?m District of Hanoi, Vietnam. It is a late 19th-century Gothic Revival church that serves as the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hanoi. The cathedral is named after Joseph, the patron saint of Vietnam.

Relax yourself and set to Hanoi Grand Opera House, the cultural center for French and Vietnamese Elite
The Hanoi Opera House, or the Grand Opera House is an opera house in central Hanoi, Vietnam. It was erected by the French colonial administration between 1901 and 1911. Standing with times over 100 years, Hanoi Opera House has become a witness of Hanoi's history. This historic building hosts to shows by many of cultural entertaining performances, contemporary dance, bamboo cirque, orchestra concerts and government events.

Looking for bargain souvenirs and food stalls? It's just around Hanoi Old Quarter, check it out!
The Old Quarter in Hanoi is an intriguing neighbourhood, home to a mix of Vietnamese architecture, green spaces, ancient shops and fresh-as-it-gets street food — all of it easily explored on foot.The Old Quarter’s narrow streets are packed with family-owned shops selling silks, stuffed toys, artwork, embroidery, food, coffee, watches, and silk ties. There are plenty of great bargains to be had in the Old Quarter: you simply need to haggle the price down

Vacation to Vietnam is not complete without exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay and its islets.
Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that covers some 150,000 hectares. It is located on the Gulf of Tonkin in the north eastern province of Quang Ninh. Aside from its size, the most impressive thing about the bay is the 1,600 islands and islets that rise up out of the water. It is famous because its stunning limestone mountains raising up from emerald waters that formed from thousand years ago. You also can have a chance to explore amazing caves as well as the culture of Ha Long.

Visit Halong, the home of Halong Bay.
Listed by the Vietnamese government as a 1st class provincial city, Ha Long is a part of the Quang Ninh Province in Northern Vietnam. The city has been divided into two parts with Eastern Ha Long used mostly as an industrial center and place for official administrative buildings. Western Ha Long has been developed for tourists and it is connected by a bridge to the city’s east side.

Visit Con Vit Islet or the well- known Duck Islet that looks exactly like a lovely duck.
Con Vit Islet or the well known duck islet looks exactly like a lovely duck which is located near Hoa Cuong fishing village.Tourists can have a look at the islet, which looks like a duck is swimming in Ha Long Bay.

Pass by to Thumb Islet and get good vibes and goodness through out the day
Mother Nature has put Thumb Rock here to send a message of goodness to every passenger cruising in the ancient bay.

Lan Ha Bay- The Forgotten Paradise
Lan Ha Bay is made up of around 300 karst islands and limestone sea rocks and can be found southeast of Cat Ba Island. As a geological extension of Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay is equally as beautiful although it is less visited, less inhabited and therefore has the extra appeal of being a more peaceful place.

Explore Da Chong Isle where you can see the French lighthouse built 100 years ago
It has long been known as an ideal "check-in" spot for those who love to explore and experience. In particular, this place has a unique cliff including dozens of stones stacked, challenging the courage of adventure lovers.

Join the class and learn the classic Vietnamese Spring Roll and do it home when you miss Vietnam
Salad roll, summer roll, fresh spring roll, spring roll, rice paper roll, is a Vietnamese dish traditionally consisting of pork, prawn, vegetables, bún, and other ingredients wrapped in Vietnamese bánh tráng. Spring roll is one of Vietnam's best loved dishes. Join the class and learn this classic dishes that is being love by Vietnamese people and of course with other countries!

Squid Fishing, an amazing experience to join with!
Squid fishing is considered the most engaging activity in the evening for many cruises. However, please be noted that this activity can only be held when weather permits. When the night falls, after enjoying a delectable dinner onboard, those who want to be engaged in squid fishing will be provided fishing gears like fishing rods and racquets. After dinner, you will be instructed some fishing techniques for catch squids by our experienced crew. Surely, squid fishing will make your night interesting.

La Casta Cruise - A Midrange 5 Star Luxury inLa Casta Cruise - A Midrange 5 Star Luxury in Halong Bay
With only 22 luxurious cabins on board with the lowest size of 28 sqm, the cruise will promise the best experience you can take in the bay. La Casta Cruise is the perfect combination of modern design with steel & nostalgic tradition with wooden interior. Thanks to its architecture, all cabins in La Casta Cruise provide a full ocean view and a private balcony to let you have a panoramic view of the bay.

Visit the famous fairy like beach of Ba Trai Dao
Nowadays, Ba Trai Dao Islet becomes a famous tourist magnet. This Islet is extremely famous for its three fairy-like beaches, each of which embracesa small island. The combination of the mountains, the white sand and the ocean gives this spot an unprecedented romantic landscape.

Embark at Tuan Chua Marina Harbour,the only man-made port to receive the Guiness World Record as the largest one in Vietnam
Tuan Chau Marina Harbor is the only man-made port to receive the Guinness World Records as the largest one in Vietnam. With an area of 111,840m2 and a length of 8km, this harbor is home to over 2,000 boats.

Tai chi has long been known as a discipline of health and longevity.
Tai chi has long been known as a discipline of health and longevity. In 30-45 minutes with professional teacher, you will have the opportunity to discover the principal of this method by observing the life of Hanoians in the early morning. It will be an unforgettable experience for your trip to Vietnam

Explore the magnificent view of the bay by taking Sampan Paddle Boat
It's a small, low-cost boat found all over Southeast Asia made from local materials to a traditional design. All are flat-bottomed for use as close inshore or river fishing boats. The lightness and ease of maintenance makes the sampan ideal for relatively calm waters. All traditional boats are designed according to local conditions and the materials available. The Vietnamese ‘sampan’ is a good example. The most common design is a small circular craft made of woven bamboo affixed to a stronger bamboo hoop, caulked with pitch

Explore Nin Binh, the playground for adventures, and an oasis for nature lovers.
Ninh Binh is a playground for adventurers, and an oasis for nature lovers. Vietnam's first capital was established here, and today the area is a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site, full of mossy pagodas, striking limestone karsts, and surreal landscapes.

Hoa Lu: The Ancient Capital of Nin Binh
Hoa Lu was the capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1009. It lies in Tr??ng Yên Th??ng village, Hoa Lu District, Ninh Bình Province. The area is one of ricefields broken by limestone mountains, and is approximately 90 km south of Hanoi.Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel has been the capital of Vietnam for 42 years, so it's no wonder there are still many relics left here. These include palaces, temples, mausoleums and pavilions built by many kings in different dynasties

Discover Dinh And Leh Dynasty Temples that were built to showcase the greatness of Vietnamese people
Dinh and Le Temples were built to showcase the greatness of Vietnamese people. Two Vietnamese King Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Dinh built this temple in the 10th century. Ninh Binh remained the capital of Vietnam for many years and they chose this place in order to worship the contributions of two emperors.

Explore the Dinh Tien Hoang Temple and seize its history
Dinh Tien Hoang King Temple indoor is a stone dragon, flanked by two beautiful monolithic green stone clams. Although there are quite a few other destinations that worship him, Dinh Temple is the only places devoted to his entire family and generals. Dinh Tien Hoang Temple has followed the strict architecture rules and also based on Feng Shui, a Chinese philosophical system of harmonizing people with the environment around.

Visit Temple of King Le Dai Hanh - Ninh Binh
Temple of King Le Dai Hanh is located in Truong Yen Ha village, also known as Ha temple, located in the special relic of Hoa Lu ancient capital Ninh Binh. This more than 100-year-old temple still retains the unique artistic architecture of the 17th century. This place is only about 300m north of the temple of King Dinh Tien Hoang. King Le Temple is famous for possessing unique ancient architectures imbued with the art of ancient artisans. If you want to learn about Vietnam’s history through historical sites or want to admire unique ancient architectural arts, this is an ideal choice for you.

Bicycle trip to around Tam Coc!
It is quite hard to cycle but it is worthly to view all the stunning scenery, paddy green rice fields, the volcanic mountains, small channels, it is a picture all combined where you can see from the top Bich Dong pagoda!

Trang An Landscape Complex- A scenic landscape in Nin Binh from Hanoi.
Situated near the southern margin of the Red River Delta, the Trang An Landscape Complex is a spectacular landscape of limestone karst peaks permeated with valleys, many of them partly submerged and surrounded by steep, almost vertical cliffs. Exploration of caves at different altitudes has revealed archaeological traces of human activity over a continuous period of more than 30,000 years.

A mysterious building and impressive architecture in NInh Binh.
Bich Dong Pagoda is a famous historical and cultural relic in Ninh Binh, just about 100km from Hanoi. Its unique characteristic is the perfect combination of ancient pagodas with cross-covered roofs, natural caves and majestic mountains, and so on, hidden in the green of tropical forests.