Hanoi local experience

Farm Tour & Cooking Class in Hanoi: A 2025 Local Review

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Farm Tour & Cooking Class in Hanoi: A 2025 Local Review An Escape from Hanoi’s Constant Hum So, you know, the unending sound of motorbikes in Hanoi’s Old Quarter starts to get to you after a while. It’s almost a constant hum that becomes the soundtrack to your trip, right? I mean, I really found myself craving just a little bit of quiet, a different kind of green than what you find in Hoan Kiem Lake. Honestly, I wanted an experience that felt a little more grounded, more connected to the actual people and the land itself. To be honest, …

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Off the Beaten Track Hanoi Tour: A 2025 Private City Experience

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Off the Beaten Track Hanoi Tour: A 2025 Private City Experience So, you think you know Hanoi? Honestly, I kind of thought I did, too. I’ve seen the pictures of Hoan Kiem Lake at dawn, and I’ve read about the big museums, you know? Basically, my idea of the city was pretty much based on the top ten lists you see everywhere. This private tour, though, was completely different, in a way. As a matter of fact, it felt less like a tour and more like having a friend show you their actual neighborhood. We were really looking for something …

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