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Hanoi City Tour and Vespa Tour
The day begins with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex and Ba Dinh Square, a site of profound historical and cultural importance for the Vietnamese people. This serene, traffic-free area is surrounded by lush gardens, monuments, memorials, and pagodas. Key landmarks within the complex include the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (viewed from the outside), the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, and the Ho Chi Minh Museum. Step back in time as you explore the modest stilt house where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked during his early revolutionary years. Just a short walk away is the One Pillar Pagoda, a stunning 11th-century Buddhist structure. Rising from the center of a lotus-shaped pond, it is supported by a single stone pillar, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. Next, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, founded in 1070 by the Ly Dynasty to honor Confucius, esteemed scholars, and distinguished Vietnamese intellectuals. This historic site highlights the country’s deep respect for education and learning. After exploring the temple, take a leisurely walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter, famous for its narrow, lively streets that reflect the essence of traditional Vietnamese crafts and culture. In the afternoon, we begin in the heart of the capital, taking in views of the impressive Long Bien Bridge that stretches across the Red River. Next, we hop on our Vespas and make our way toward the tranquil countryside, arriving at the historic city of Co Loa, where time seems to stand still. We cruise along peaceful back roads to a local farm nestled amid lush green rice paddies, where we meet farmers and learn about their rural way of life. After a scenic ride through the valley, we reach a secluded wood carving village, where skilled craftsmen use ancient methods to create traditional wooden Buddhist statues. End the day with a visit to a local family, where you can enjoy an authentic evening in traditional surroundings.