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14. Hire a motorbike
At your peril! Much better to watch the seething traffic from a rooftop bar with a beer in hand we say!
15. Short Trips from Hanoi
There are many worthwhile day trips that can be taken from the city, booked at hotels and travel agents in the city. One of the best is a trip to Tam Coc, dubbed the ‘Halong Bay on land,’ a breathtaking landscape of limestone karsts and a beautiful river winding through. (Beware the hard-selling boat ladies!)
Intrepid adventurers will not want to miss the stunning Ban Gioc Waterfall which can be visited as part of a multi-day tour from Hanoi. This incredible natural wonder is a must-see in the north of the country and is well worth the lengthy journey (around 8 hours)!
The famous Perfume Pagoda also makes for a good day out. About an hour’s drive from Hanoi,The Perfume Pagoda is a sacred collection of Buddhist Temples built into the rocks of the beautiful Huong Son Mountain. Legend has it that the site dates back to over 2000 years when a Buddhist Monk began meditating in the area.
For more things to do in Hanoi read our article – ‘Top 10 Things to Do in Hanoi.’
How to get to Hanoi?
Bus: From Vientianeor Luang Prabangin Laos, the bus trip is a notorious 24-hour journey and is a very popular backpacker route. Stories of rice bags piled up the aisle, tiresome border crossings and hotel scams have all been reported. Take lots of snacks and prepare yourself for an epic ride – do it for the experience! (Or take a one hour flight!)Read more on this notorious bus journey here.
Fly: Low-cost airlines fly into Hanoi’s main airport. It’s a one-hour taxi journey into the city.
Where to go next from Hanoi?
As a capital city, Hanoiis perfectly positioned as a base for adventures into the amazing surrounding areas. Not too far away from the busy, hectic city, you’ll find rugged mountain scenery, lush rice paddies, golden sandy beaches and astonishing geological wonders; Northern Vietnamis a great area for backpackers to explore and one that’s hard to beat on diversity.
You could be trekking amongst hill tribe villages one week, wake-boarding by the beach the next. Hiking, kayaking, water-sports, rock-climbing, even scaling the heights of Vietnam’s highest peak, Fansipan.
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Head North to Sapa
Just an overnight train journey (350km North of Hanoi) towards the Chinese border, lies the misty, mountainous market town of Sapa. Best used as the starting point for treksand adventures into the surrounding hills and valleys. Hill tribes live here in the mountains as they have done for hundreds of years. You can also use Sapa as a base to climb Mount Fansipan.Read more about Sapa here.
Also: Check out the Mai Chau Valley Homestay here – 3 days / 2 night trip from Hanoi.Head to Halong Bay
Just a two-hour bus ride from Hanoi lies theawe-inspiring natural wonder of Halong Bay. Known in Vietnamese as ‘Bay of the Descending Dragons’ this UNESCO world heritage site is made up of almost 3000 limestone islands that jut out of emerald waters creating a stunning, magical landscape… There are many ways to experience Halong Bay, from a DIY trip from Cat Ba Island to an organised tour with a travel agent or backpacker hostel.
Many backpackers book3-day, 2-night trip with Vietnam Backpackers Hostels where you’ll experience the natural wonders of the bay whilst kayaking, caving, wakeboarding and spending the night on a private paradise island! Check out more information about the Castaways Island and Halong Bay Trip here.
About Cat Ba Island:Jurassic island of jungle-covered karsts and rocky beaches, located in Cat Ba National Park, Halong Bay. Rock climbing and exploring on a motorbike are essential activities. It’s a two-hour journey to Halong City, then catch a one-hour speedboat to the island. Accommodation is located around Cat Ba Pier – an old English style beach resort.
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Continue Your Journey South
Vietnam is an awesome country to backpack due to its shape – you can head down the coast by train or bus (or even via motorbike or bicycle!) exploring all the country has to offer and watching as the scenery changes with every stop. Next stop Hoi An?
The Buffalo Run! Vietnam Backpackers’ very popular trip, the Buffalo Runis a great value for money way to explore the coast of Vietnam.Along the way, you’ll experience incredible national parks, such as Cuc Phuong and Phong Na, the location of theworld’s biggest cave, discover exquisite hidden beaches, learn about the history of the Ho Chi Minh Trail, swim in waterfalls, visit historic tunnels from the Vietnam-American War and much more.
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