Adventure & Outdoor Escapes
Why Outdoor Adventures in Hanoi Offer the Perfect Balance to City Sightseeing
The case for balancing Hanoi's cultural sightseeing with outdoor adventure, and how to blend both for a richer trip.
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Red River Floating Village: The Resilient Riverboat Communities of Hanoi
A look at the resilient riverboat communities of Hanoi's Red River, who live afloat beneath the bridges, and how to visit respectfully.
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Rock Climbing and Outdoor Bouldering Spots Around Northern Vietnam
An overview of rock climbing and bouldering options in Northern Vietnam reachable from Hanoi, led by the famous limestone of Cat Ba.
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Biking Hanoi Old Quarter at Midnight: Deserted Historic Streets and Quiet Beauty
A guide to cycling Hanoi's Old Quarter after midnight, when the usually chaotic streets fall silent and reveal a quiet, historic beauty.
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Overnight Escapes from Hanoi: Escaping the City Bustle for Mountain Clean Air
A guide to the best overnight escapes from Hanoi, from misty Ba Vi and Tam Dao to Mai Chau's valleys, for clean air and calm.
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Bird Watching and Eco-Walks in Ba Vi National Park: Cloud Forest Biodiversity
A nature guide to bird watching and eco-walks in Ba Vi National Park, exploring its cloud-forest biodiversity near Hanoi.
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ATV Riding Tips for Beginners in Vietnam: Safety Gear, Mud Handling & Trail Confidence
A beginner's guide to riding an ATV safely in Vietnam, covering gear, mud handling, throttle control and building trail confidence.
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Camping and Glamping Spots Near Hanoi: Dong Do Lake, Ham Lon & Ba Vi Pine Hills
A guide to the best camping and glamping escapes near Hanoi, from lakeside sites to pine-clad hills.
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Exploring the Rural Farming Communities on the Fertile Banks of the Red River
A guide to the farming communities on the Red River's banks near Hanoi, where traditional agriculture and village life thrive minutes from downtown.
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Running Routes in Hanoi: Best Scenic Loops Around Hoan Kiem, West Lake & the Red River
A runner's guide to Hanoi's best scenic loops, from Hoan Kiem to West Lake and the Red River dyke, with timing and safety tips.
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Top 5 Adventure Day Trips from Hanoi for Nature Lovers and Thrill Seekers
A shortlist of the five best active day trips from Hanoi, from ATV mud trails to mountain hiking and kayaking.
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Motorbike Road Trips from Hanoi: Choosing Between Ha Giang, Sapa and Ninh Binh
A comparison of the three great motorbike road trips from Hanoi — Ha Giang, Sapa and Ninh Binh — to help you choose.