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In this three-hour stroll through the Old Quarter, travelers embark on a nostalgic journey through time. Starting along Hoan Kiem Lake to uncover the myth of the Golden Turtle, you will admire French Indochinese architecture and meander through quiet lanes like Tam Thuong Alley to feel the cadence of an older era. The walk leads you to a secret vintage bookshop—a testament to the intellect and love for learning of Hanoi’s people—where you will savor humble alleyway delicacies like crab noodle soup and freshly steamed rice rolls, before unwinding with a rich egg coffee on the second floor of a charming old apartment building.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please be presented at the St. Joseph's Cathedral Hanoi at No.40 Nha Chung st, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi, Vietnam 084.
What to expect
Indochinese Architecture: Admire century-old French villas with faded yellow walls, Gothic arches, and shuttered green windows.
Hidden Alleyways:hread through narrow lanes like Tam Thuong Alley, where the quiet rhythm of ancient communal life lingers.
Alleyway Gastronomy: Pause on humble stools to savor authentic local flavors like steaming crab noodle soup or hot rice rolls.
Secret Vintage Bookstore: Step into a hidden sanctuary of aged pages, witnessing Trangan’s timeless devotion to learning.
Savoring Egg Coffee: Conclude atop an old apartment building, sipping velvety egg coffee over weathered terracotta rooftops.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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