{"id":6545,"date":"2024-12-29T01:31:15","date_gmt":"2024-12-29T00:31:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/?p=6545"},"modified":"2026-01-03T18:06:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T17:06:48","slug":"vietnam-last-stop-of-the-tour-hanoi-part-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/vietnam-last-stop-of-the-tour-hanoi-part-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring Hanoi \u2013 Sights, Food &amp; Travel Advice"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"6545\" class=\"elementor elementor-6545 elementor-5752\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-978725e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"978725e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-665ec8e elementor-toc--minimized-on-desktop elementor-widget elementor-widget-global elementor-global-10937 elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"665ec8e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;,&quot;h4&quot;,&quot;h5&quot;,&quot;h6&quot;],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of contents\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__665ec8e\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__665ec8e\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__665ec8e\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-14c8271 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"14c8271\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Hello! \ud83d\udc4b<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">We\u2019ve arrived in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Hanoi<\/b><\/a>\u2014the capital of Vietnam and our final stop on this journey. It\u2019s a city that blends rich history, colonial architecture, and the daily hustle of an Asian metropolis. We were curious about what would surprise us here, while also being ready for a more intense atmosphere after the calmer Sa Pa.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">A few more days of sightseeing, exploring local flavors and checking out what life is like in the heart of Vietnam awaited us in Hanoi.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">If you haven&#8217;t yet read the previous parts of our journey, be sure to take a look:<\/p><ul><li class=\"p1\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/vietnam-chaos-in-ho-chi-minh-the-beginning-of-an-adventure-part-1\/\"><b>Ho Chi Minh City<\/b><\/a> &#8211; the beginning of the adventure and first impressions of Vietnam,<\/li><li class=\"p1\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/vietnam-in-the-heart-of-the-mountains-peaceful-da-lat-part-2\/\"><b>Da Lat<\/b><\/a> &#8211; mountain climates and green landscapes,<\/li><li class=\"p1\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/vietnam-20-hours-by-sleeper-bus-we-go-to-da-nang-part-3\/\"><b>Da Nang<\/b><\/a> &#8211; seaside views and excursions in the area,<\/li><li class=\"p1\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/vietnam-rice-terraces-sa-pa-by-bus-from-hanoi-part-4\/\"><b>Sa Pa<\/b><\/a> &#8211; rice terraces and mixed impressions.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f68ce4d elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"f68ce4d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed 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srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-920x690.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-1600x1200.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-3200x2400.jpeg 3200w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-050-1920x1440.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fed512c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fed512c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Where is Hanoi located?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-504f393 elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"504f393\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=hanoi%2C%20vietnam&#038;t=m&#038;z=12&#038;output=embed&#038;iwloc=near\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"hanoi, vietnam\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"hanoi, vietnam\"\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df1e185 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"df1e185\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a>, the capital of Vietnam, is located in the northern part of the country, on the western bank of the Red River, about 140 km inland from the South China Sea.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Hanoi features diverse terrain, including delta regions, upland areas, and mountainous zones. Generally, the land gradually slopes downward from north to south and from west to east, with an average elevation ranging from 5 to 20 meters above sea level. The northern and western parts of the city are home to hills and mountainous areas, with the highest peak, Ba V\u00ec, reaching 1,281 meters, located to the west of the city center.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Thanks to its strategic location along the Red River, Hanoi has long served as a key political, cultural, and economic center of Vietnam. The river\u2019s proximity not only fostered the development of trade and communication but also influenced the city\u2019s unique landscape, where numerous lakes, such as Hoan Kiem and West Lake, add charm to the urban scenery. <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi\u2019s<\/a> location in the Red River Delta means that the city is surrounded by fertile agricultural land, playing a crucial role in supplying the metropolis with fresh produce.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61303b4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"61303b4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Departing from Sa Pa for Hanoi<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">This time, we decided to travel by bus, but not with the company we had used for the trip to Sa Pa. After our average experience with Hello Kitty, we decided to give another carrier a chance.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">We wanted to make sure we compared at least three companies during the trip\u2014so that in the future, we\u2019d know which carrier is worth choosing.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b0229d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2b0229d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\ude89 We set off from the base of the bus carrier<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">We bought tickets for the trip from Sa Pa to Hanoi on the <b>Sao Viet<\/b> website. I must admit that their booking platform is a bit clunky and not very intuitive, but in the end, we managed to make the reservation correctly. What\u2019s important is that during the purchase, you immediately specify the pickup location for the driver.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">We paid for the tickets online with a card, which was very convenient. On the day of departure, we waited for the bus that would take us to the company\u2019s main base in the center of Sa Pa. The driver didn\u2019t speak English, but he knew exactly what to do\u2014collect our luggage, pack us into the vehicle, and drop us off at the right spot. As for the mini-bus? Well, it was a bit worn out, but still managed to do the job. \ud83d\ude05<\/p><p class=\"p1\">When it comes to contact with the carrier, the helpline mainly handles conversations in Vietnamese, but if you say \u201cEnglish\u201d at the start, someone will be able to assist you. We also managed to communicate through WhatsApp, which really made things easier. WhatsApp is a real lifesaver in Vietnam\u2014it\u2019s often useful for arranging details, making reservations, or confirming departure times.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ce19763 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"ce19763\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-017-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-7\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-017-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Motorbike parked in a Sa Pa street in Vietnam beside a bus and roadside cargo vehicles\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-7\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"attachment- size-\" alt=\"Grey cat sitting by a sink in a bathroom in Sa Pa, Vietnam\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-512x683.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-1024x1365.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-920x1227.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-018-1600x2133.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a94466 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7a94466\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\ude8c Riding in a sleeper bus<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">After checking the tickets, it was time for our last long bus ride\u2014and we have to admit, this time the standard was on a whole different level! Compared to FUTA Bus Lines or Interlines, the Sao Viet bus turned out to be an absolute winner.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">We ended up on the Sleeper Bus VIP, which had two rows of double-decker beds\u2014much more space to lie down, more comfortable mattresses, and large windows, allowing us to enjoy the views along the way. The ride was truly pleasant, and the level of comfort was very high.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">As with every sleeper bus, we boarded without shoes\u2014placing them in a bag at the entrance, and spending the rest of the journey in socks or slippers. Along the way, we had one stop to stretch our legs and use the restroom.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Interestingly, during the trip, the driver was breathalyzed by the company\u2019s own staff. This really impressed us, as we hadn\u2019t encountered such a safety standard with other carriers before. It\u2019s clear that the company cares about passenger comfort and safety, which definitely boosts our trust in this carrier.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e240bf elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"2e240bf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-019-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-8\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-019-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Woman sitting inside a train cabin in Sa Pa, Vietnam, with a red blanket and pillows.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-019-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-019-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-019-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-019-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-020-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-8\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-sapa-020-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Inside a Vietnam sleeper bus in Sa Pa, with a passenger in a red jacket reclining on seats\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb12b1d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bb12b1d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\ude8f We arrived in Hanoi<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">Our journey to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a> was coming to an end, but we still had a few transfers along the way. From the main stop on the outskirts of the city, the carrier took us by minibus to S\u1ed1 7 Ph\u1ea1m V\u0103n \u0110\u1ed3ng, C\u1ea7u Gi\u1ea5y, H\u00e0 N\u1ed9i \u2013 where we had set our final destination.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Once we arrived, we quickly ordered a Grab, which showed up to pick us up in just a few minutes. It was a good thing we opted for this option, because the motorbike drivers who tried to convince us to use their services completely didn\u2019t understand the concept of transporting two people with large suitcases. Honestly, it\u2019s hard to imagine how that would have worked. A nightmare! \ud83d\ude02<\/p><p class=\"p1\">We almost made it to the accommodation itself. It turned out that the main road leading to the hotel was under construction, so we had to walk the last stretch. It\u2019s a shame the owner didn\u2019t inform us about this inconvenience beforehand\u2014we could have prepared better for it.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e002104 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e002104\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>How to get to Hanoi?<\/h2><h3>\ud83d\ude97 By car or \ud83c\udfcd\ufe0f By motorcycle<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">The car journey usually takes between <strong>30 to 40 hours of continuous driving<\/strong>, depending on the chosen route and road conditions. The most popular route is National Road <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/National_Route_1_(Vietnam)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QL1A<\/a>, which runs along the coastline, offering views of the sea and access to coastal towns. Alternatively, you can choose the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ho_Chi_Minh_trail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ho Chi Minh Trail<\/a>, which passes through mountainous terrain and is less traveled, making it an attractive option for those looking for a quieter journey.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Regardless of the chosen mode of transportation, it\u2019s important to carefully plan the route, taking into account accommodation options, fueling points, and tourist attractions.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Make sure the vehicle is in good technical condition. For motorcycle trips, it\u2019s recommended to have proper protective gear and experience in long-distance riding.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5379b61 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5379b61\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\ude86 By train<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">The train journey to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a>, especially from Ho Chi Minh City, is an option for those who have the time and want to experience Vietnam at a slower pace. The route is over 1,700 kilometers long and takes about <b>33-36 hours<\/b>, so it\u2019s important to prepare well\u2014for both the mental and logistical aspects.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Trains run regularly, and there are different classes to choose from\u2014ranging from basic seats to more comfortable sleeper berths in 4-person compartments.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">But beware! Traveling by train in Vietnam isn\u2019t always a smooth ride from point A to point B. You need to be prepared for the possibility that things may go wrong. There are stories online about hours-long stops along the way\u2014caused by breakdowns, track work, or other surprises. In such cases, you might find yourself stuck somewhere in the middle of nowhere\u2014without signal or access to shops or restaurants.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">That\u2019s why it\u2019s a good idea to bring enough water, food, and something for entertainment\u2014books, offline shows, or music. Just in case, it\u2019s also wise to have a power bank with you.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Tickets can be purchased online\u2014either through the official Vietnamese railway website or local intermediaries\u2014but it\u2019s definitely worth booking them in advance.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a045c4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"8a045c4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-047-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-047-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Hanoi Article photo: a blue and white Haraco train at a station platform, with windows along the carriage\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-046-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-046-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Hanoi Article photo of a private sleeper train compartment with two lower bunks and folded curtains\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-046-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-046-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-046-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-046-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e67d4aa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e67d4aa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\ude8c By bus<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">The bus journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City is a popular option for many travelers, offering the opportunity to see a variety of landscapes across Vietnam. The route is approximately 1,600 kilometers long, and the travel time typically ranges from <b>35 to 38 hours<\/b>, depending on the carrier and road conditions.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">It is recommended to book tickets in advance, especially during the tourist season, to secure a seat and take advantage of better prices. Tickets can be purchased online through the carriers\u2019 websites.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">The buses on this route are mainly <b>sleeper buses<\/b>, equipped with reclining seats, which increase comfort during the long journey. However, standards can vary depending on the carrier. It\u2019s a good idea to bring snacks, water, and warm clothing, as the air conditioning can be quite strong.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">During the journey, there are regular stops for meals and restrooms. However, the standards of the rest stops can vary, so it\u2019s a good idea to be prepared for basic conditions.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e75807 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8e75807\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\u2708\ufe0f By Airplane<\/b><\/h3><p class=\"p1\">If time and comfort are important to you, flying is definitely the best way to travel between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The route is over 1,600 kilometers, so flying saves you hours on the road\u2014the journey takes only about <b>2 hours<\/b>.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Airfare prices are surprisingly affordable. Depending on the carrier and the booking date, you can find tickets ranging from 85 to 250 PLN.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">For us, flying turned out to be the perfect choice for the return trip. 30 hours on a bus or train could have been exhausting, especially since we were already a bit tired from the intense sightseeing.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e0c4631 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e0c4631\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Traffic conditions<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">Hanoi is a city that lives at its own pace\u2014and the traffic is the best reflection of that. Compared to smaller towns, it\u2019s definitely more congested here, and at times, you might feel that the chaos on the roads is comparable to what we saw in Ho Chi Minh City.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66c7621 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"66c7621\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\udef5 Renting a scooter<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">We decided to skip renting a scooter in Hanoi\u2014mainly because most of the places we wanted to visit were nearby, and we didn\u2019t have time for longer trips. Still, scooters dominate the streets here. There are plenty of rental shops\u2014ranging from small local spots to more professional companies. If someone plans to rent, it\u2019s worth keeping a few basic things in mind.<\/p><p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/guides\/what-is-an-international-driving-permit-and-when-is-it-needed\/\"><b>\ud83e\udeaa International driving permit<\/b><\/a> \u2013 In Vietnam, it\u2019s required to have one compliant with the 1968 Vienna Convention, with a category A for motorcycles. Without this document, insurance will not apply, and in the event of a collision, you could be automatically deemed at fault.<\/p><p class=\"p1\"><b>Scooter condition<\/b> \u2013 before renting, it\u2019s important to carefully inspect the vehicle, checking the brakes, lights, and horn (which is used more frequently than the turn signals here). It\u2019s also a good idea to take photos of any scratches to avoid issues when returning the scooter.<\/p><p class=\"p1\"><b>Passport? Never! <\/b> \u2013 Do not leave your passport as a deposit. It\u2019s better to pay a cash deposit or provide a copy of the document.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">And the <b>helmet<\/b> \u2013 most rental shops offer them, but often in poor condition. If you\u2019re planning longer trips, it\u2019s worth investing in a better model.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79c303f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"79c303f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\udea6 Traffic reality<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">The city is characterized by intense and dynamic traffic. The streets are crowded with countless motorcycles, cars, bicycles, and pedestrians, creating a seemingly chaotic but functioning system.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Compared to Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi may seem more traditional and somewhat quieter, but the traffic remains just as intense. The presence of traffic police is noticeable, especially in the central districts of the city. Officers often monitor traffic at major intersections and in areas with heavy traffic flow.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">It\u2019s worth noting that Vietnam follows right-hand traffic, and traffic regulations may differ from those in Europe. For example, the speed limit in built-up areas is 40 km\/h for cars and 30 km\/h for motorcycles.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21be2a6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"21be2a6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-045-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-045-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Hanoi street market with motorcycles, cars, and shops selling colorful goods along the road\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-044-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-044-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Grab delivery rider wearing a green jacket and face mask on a Hanoi street in Vietnam\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-044-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-044-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-044-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-044-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7dfa56a elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"7dfa56a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/youtu.be\\\/MlDzulaurWU&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;,&quot;controls&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-video\"><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84ff253 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"84ff253\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Public transport<\/h2><h3>\ud83d\ude8d Public transportation<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">The bus network in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a> is well-developed, with numerous lines connecting different parts of the city. Buses are easily recognizable due to their red, white, and yellow coloring. Tickets cost between 7,000 and 10,000 VND, making them an affordable means of transportation. During peak hours, buses can be crowded, which is something to keep in mind when planning your trip.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2f7ec0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"b2f7ec0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--2 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-035-mfrh-original-scaled.jpg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-11\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-035-1300x650.jpg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Hanoi Vietnam: blue Hanoibus electric delivery van beside parked scooters in a courtyard with trees and a water tower\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27e3f32 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"27e3f32\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\ude87 <strong>Metro<\/strong><\/h3><p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hanoi_Metro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The city is developing a metro system<\/a> aimed at relieving street traffic and providing faster transportation. The first line, <b>Line 2A (C\u00e1t Linh-H\u00e0 \u0110\u00f4ng)<\/b>, was launched on November 6, 2021. The second line, <b>Line 3 (Nh\u1ed5n-Ga H\u00e0 N\u1ed9i)<\/b>, began operations on August 8, 2024. Currently, the metro system covers 21.6 km and 20 stations, with plans for expansion to 318 km with 8 lines.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9b253f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c9b253f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>\ud83d\ude96 Passenger transportation<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a>, the <b>Grab<\/b> app works seamlessly, and we used it during our stay. It\u2019s definitely a convenient option, especially as it allows you to avoid haggling with local taxi drivers.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">If you\u2019re paying in cash, the amount to be paid is exactly what the app shows\u2014no hidden fees. However, it\u2019s important to stay alert, as some drivers may try to demand tips or claim that the amount displayed is too low.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">We had an instance where the driver tried to overcharge us, providing unclear reasons. Only a firm response (and a slight increase in volume) cooled his attempts. Fortunately, such cases are more of an exception than the rule, but it\u2019s always good to be prepared for any potential unpleasantness.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3448f97 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3448f97\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Accommodation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a2d232 elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"6a2d232\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=Narcissus%20Hotel%20%26%20Apartment%2C%20hanoi%2C%20vietnam&#038;t=m&#038;z=15&#038;output=embed&#038;iwloc=near\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Narcissus Hotel &amp; Apartment, hanoi, vietnam\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Narcissus Hotel &amp; Apartment, hanoi, vietnam\"\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-868716e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"868716e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">We stayed at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;hid=11139881\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Narcissus Hotel and Apartment<\/b><\/a>, which at first glance seemed pretty decent. A quiet neighborhood, and the location near <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2a2vRCk17pUpp9PF7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Hanoi Railway Station<\/b><\/a> \u2013 it could have been good. <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">However, the surprise came with the inability to drive directly to the hotel. The street was closed to vehicle traffic due to construction work, so we had to walk the last stretch. It wouldn\u2019t have been so frustrating if we didn\u2019t have to carry our suitcases over uneven sidewalks.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The room was spacious and clean, which definitely worked in its favor. However, opening the window was nearly impossible\u2014on one side because of the noise from the construction, and on the other due to the omnipresent dust. It was a shame because, in such a place, you\u2019d expect a bit of relaxation after a whole day of sightseeing.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">We managed to pay for the accommodation with a card, which is not always a given in Vietnam. Unfortunately, when it came to arranging breakfast, we were unsuccessful. The staff\u2019s English was so limited that, in the end, we gave up on that option.  <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-afe8fe4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"afe8fe4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--2 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-036-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-036-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Hanoi alley with scooters parked beside a building sign reading \u201cHanoi Apartment\u201d and leafy plants.\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d75cc4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1d75cc4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Food<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">This place didn\u2019t disappoint us when it came to food. Unlike in smaller towns, here it\u2019s definitely easier to find something for everyone\u2014whether we\u2019re craving local cuisine or looking for more Western flavors.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Northern Vietnam, including Hanoi, has a distinct culinary style compared to the south. The dishes here are less sweet and more intense, with a stronger emphasis on salty and sour flavors. Spices are used more sparingly, making the food milder compared to its southern counterparts.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">If someone starts craving Western flavors, there\u2019s no problem\u2014Hanoi has both fast food spots and upscale restaurants serving European, Korean, and Japanese cuisine.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b748dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"5b748dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-037-mfrh-original-scaled.jpg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-037-650x650.jpg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Vietnam, Hanoi Article photo\u2014people dining outside a caf\u00e9 terrace with Hanoi signage and red coffee banner\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-037-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-037-148x148.jpg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-037-296x296.jpg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-037-1300x1300.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-038-mfrh-original-scaled.jpg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-038-1300x650.jpg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Cupcake with sesame-like pastry topping on a wooden table at a Vietnam Hanoi street food stop\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-040-mfrh-original-scaled.jpg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-040-1300x650.jpg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Hanoi restaurant table with a bubbling pot of Vietnamese ramen, corn, eggs, and greens during a meal\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-039-mfrh-original-scaled.jpg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-039-650x650.jpg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Hanoi article photo table with Vietnamese pastries, pizza slice, orange juice, and iced drinks beside coffee cups\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-039-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-039-148x148.jpg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-039-296x296.jpg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-039-1300x1300.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe14271 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fe14271\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Exchange office or ATM?<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">When it comes to access to cash, there are ATMs practically everywhere in Hanoi\u2014both in the city center and on the outskirts. You\u2019ll have no trouble finding machines that accept international payment cards.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">It\u2019s worth noting the fees, however. Some banks charge withdrawal fees, so it\u2019s best to use trusted operators like <b>TPBank<\/b> or <b>VPBank<\/b>, which often offer more favorable conditions.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Exchanges? They are available, especially in tourist districts, but we opted for the convenience of ATMs. However, if someone decides to exchange cash, it\u2019s a good idea to check the exchange rates beforehand and make sure the place is operating legally.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">In local eateries, markets, or street food vendors, card payments are rare\u2014cash is king. It\u2019s a good idea to have small denominations on hand.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">It\u2019s also worth considering carrying two payment cards\u2014just in case. A malfunction, blockage, or loss can happen, and access to cash while traveling is essential.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4658dce elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"4658dce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/youtu.be\\\/g9gxyG7B2Ns&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;,&quot;controls&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-video\"><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-491e955 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"491e955\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Climate and weather conditions<\/h2><p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a> is located in the northern part of the country, which gives it a tropical monsoon climate. In practice, this means clearly defined four seasons, which sets it apart from southern regions like Ho Chi Minh City, where the tropical climate predominates.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">From December to February, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a> can get quite chilly. Temperatures can drop to 10\u201315\u00b0C, and sometimes even lower, especially at night. The windy weather can make it feel even colder. This is the time when a jacket or warmer sweater comes in handy, especially during morning sightseeing.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">The summer season lasts from May to September and is definitely the hottest and most humid time of the year. Temperatures often exceed 35\u00b0C, and the high humidity makes it feel like being in a sauna. This is also the time when heavy rain showers can occur, mainly in the afternoons and evenings\u2014a typical feature of the monsoon season.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">March\u2013April and October\u2013November are the months when the weather in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a> is most pleasant. Temperatures hover around 20\u201325\u00b0C, rain is less frequent, and the air is more comfortable. It\u2019s the perfect time for city walks and sightseeing.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d280763 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"d280763\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--2 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-041-mfrh-original-scaled.jpg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-14\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-041-650x650.jpg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Narrow alley in Hanoi with tall buildings, greenery, and a Vietnam flag hanging between shop fronts\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-041-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-041-148x148.jpg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-041-296x296.jpg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-041-1300x1300.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-042-mfrh-original-scaled.jpg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-14\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-042-650x650.jpg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"H\u00e0 Anh sign on a Hanoi building facade with a green taxi parked on the street in Vietnam\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-042-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-042-148x148.jpg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-042-296x296.jpg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-042-1300x1300.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6b6cb1b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6b6cb1b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Safety<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">Although the city is generally safe, it\u2019s important to stay alert in certain situations to avoid unpleasant experiences.<\/p><p class=\"p1\"><b>Pickpockets<\/b> may operate in crowded areas like markets, night bazaars, or shopping streets. It\u2019s best not to expose expensive cameras, jewelry, or large amounts of cash. We tried to carry only the amount of cash we needed for the day, keeping the rest in a safe place at the hotel. Additionally, a money belt under clothing worked great for storing documents and cards.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">The famous Train Street in Hanoi, where trains pass right next to buildings, has become a popular tourist attraction. Unfortunately, with its popularity, certain dangers and scams have also emerged:<\/p><ul><li class=\"p2\"><b>Entry fees: <\/b> Although it\u2019s a public space, some local \u201centrepreneurs\u201d may try to charge a fee to enter the street. It\u2019s best not to fall for this.<\/li><li class=\"p2\"><b>Mandatory purchases at cafes: <\/b> Some shop owners near the tracks may require you to buy drinks or food in order to use the best viewing spots. It\u2019s a good idea to ask about prices beforehand to avoid any unpleasant surprises.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p1\">It\u2019s also worth remembering the <b>local emergency number, 113<\/b>, for the police\u2014just in case, although fortunately, we didn\u2019t need to use it.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c03226c elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"c03226c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--2 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-043-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-043-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Hanoi street scene at night with two Vietnamese traffic police cars parked in front of shops under neon lights\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-679649a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"679649a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What else is worth keeping in mind?<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">One of the most common issues is dishonest scooter and rickshaw drivers. They may lure you with a low fare, but once you reach your destination, they suddenly demand a much higher price, citing made-up additional charges. It\u2019s better to use apps like Grab, which provide fixed prices upfront.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Another issue is fake tickets for attractions. If something seems suspiciously cheap, it\u2019s best to stay away. It\u2019s advisable to use official sales points or book tickets through trusted apps.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Restaurants and bars are also places where you might encounter various tricks. A lack of prices on the menu or charging for napkins or snacks served without an order are unfortunately common practices. It\u2019s best to ask about everything before placing an order\u2014this will save you unnecessary stress.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">You should also be cautious of fake police officers who may try to extort money under the pretext of alleged violations. In such cases, it\u2019s best to demand going to the police station, which often effectively deters the scammers.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d07b07e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d07b07e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Places we were able to see<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">During our stay in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;city=2758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hanoi<\/a>, we managed to visit a few interesting places that are definitely worth seeing while in the capital of Vietnam. \ud83c\udf3f<\/p><p class=\"p1\">If you\u2019re curious about what exactly we visited, <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/vietnam-hanoi-whats-worth-seeing-in-the-vibrant-capital\/\">be sure to check out our separate post<\/a>, where we describe all the places we explored. \u2728<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0d09dc elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"d0d09dc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-011-mfrh-original-scaled.jpg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-16\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-011-1300x650.jpg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Woman standing in front of Vietnam\u2019s Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi, wearing sunglasses and a floral dress\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-053-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-16\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-053-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"Hanoi street food stall in Vietnam with a vendor grilling skewers on a hot charcoal grill\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-054-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-16\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-054-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"Vietnam, Hanoi: entrance to a police building with Vietnamese flag and arched gate facade\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-051-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-16\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-051-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Hanoi street lined with parked motorbikes and shaded trees beside a building\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-051-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-051-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-051-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-051-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-052-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-16\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vietnam-hanoi-052-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Hanoi Vietnam, grand hall with tall white columns and banners outside at night\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7780599 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7780599\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Summary and return to the country<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">And that\u2019s a wrap on our journey through Vietnam. Nearly a month spent in this country allowed us to see a lot. As it often happens, there\u2019s always something we didn\u2019t manage to visit. In some places, we could have spent more time to better immerse ourselves in the atmosphere and everyday life.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">What definitely stayed with us were the huge contrasts between the cities\u2014from the hustle and bustle to the picturesque views. Each place was different, each surprised us in some way. It\u2019s hard to compare it all to European realities because Vietnam is a completely different world\u2014and I think that\u2019s exactly what we\u2019ll remember it for.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">When it comes to food\u2026 there were plenty of emotions here too. \ud83d\ude02 We tried local specialties, had a few culinary mishaps, but also found some real gems. We learned that you have to keep your eyes open\u2014both when it comes to transportation and ordering meals.<\/p><h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Return via Kuala Lumpur<\/b><\/h3><p class=\"p3\">Our return journey was with Turkish Airlines via Kuala Lumpur. However, we first had to make our way there from Hanoi. The plan involved a Vietjet Air flight to Ho Chi Minh City, followed by a transfer to the international flight to Malaysia.<\/p><p class=\"p3\">And this is where things started to go wrong\u2026 One of our flights was delayed, which completely messed up our logistics. Vietjet Air, being a budget airline, wasn\u2019t very eager to help\u2014especially since the flights weren\u2019t on the same booking. After a long battle over the phone, we finally managed to reschedule the connection so that we could still make it to our subsequent flights.<\/p><p class=\"p3\">Once we arrived in Ho Chi Minh, we had to pick up our luggage and check it in again for the international flight. On top of that, we had passport control and long queues, but in the end, everything went smoothly. Phew\u2026<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Thank you for joining us on this journey \u2013 until next time! \u270c\ufe0f<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Discover Hanoi\u2019s sights, local food, transport tips, and safety advice \u2013 our final stop in Vietnam\u2019s vibrant capital.","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5754,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"csco_display_header_overlay":false,"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[104],"tags":[174,175,173,171,153,170],"class_list":{"0":"post-6545","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-asia","8":"tag-culture-and-habits","9":"tag-travel-planning","10":"tag-travel-safety","11":"tag-urban-tourism","12":"tag-vietnam","13":"tag-visas-and-documents","14":"cs-entry"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6545","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6545"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6545\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5754"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6545"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6545"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6545"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}