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Local guides to help you discover Hanoi - the capital of Vietnam - from hidden corners to everyday life, from local food to cultural stories.

A great way to get to know Hanoi, through people who call it home.

02/09/2026

Happy National Day, Vietnam! 🇻🇳✨

Standing right in front of the iconic yellow building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today, I can truly feel the vibrant atmosphere and pride filling the streets of Hanoi. September 2nd marks a historic moment for our country - a celebration of freedom, rich heritage, and the heartwarming spirit of the Vietnamese people.

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👉🏻 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐢 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐬!
Key tours:
1. Hanoi Culture and Cuisine Walking tour
2. Traditional Craft village tour
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29/08/2026

🎉 WE JUST HIT 2,000 FOLLOWERS ON FACEBOOK! 🎉
A huge THANK YOU to all our amazing travelers for joining us on this journey to explore Hanoi! Your love and support mean the world to us. 🥹❤️

✨ Hanoi is officially stepping into autumn—without a doubt, the absolute best time of the year to explore the city, take amazing pictures and selfies in the Old Quarters just like me! Don't miss this magical season to experience:
🚶‍♂️ The Old Quarter: Strolling through historic, bustling streets in the crisp autumn breeze.
☕ Hidden Cafes: Tucked away in cozy alleyways waiting for you to discover.
⛩️ Ancient Pagodas: Finding peace in timeless, serene temples.
🍜 Street Food: Savoring authentic, mouthwatering local flavors around every corner.
Hanoi is at its absolute prettiest right now—don’t let this magical season pass you by!

📩 Contact us today to book your adventure and explore Hanoi with us!
WhatsApp: +84 972923235

05/04/2026

✨ Hanoi Desserts You Might Not Know (But Definitely Should Try!) 🍧

Think Hanoi is only about pho and banh mi? Think again 😉
Let me take you on a sweet journey through some hidden (and underrated) local desserts you may have never heard of:

🍚 Xôi chè (sticky rice & sweet soup)
A comforting combo of soft sticky rice and creamy sweet soup – simple, filling, and deeply traditional.

🍮 Tào phớ (Vietnamese tofu pudding)
Silky smooth tofu in light sugar syrup. Perfect for a refreshing, not-too-sweet treat on a hot Hanoi day.

🍶 Sữa chua nếp cẩm (yogurt with fermented sticky rice)
A unique mix of creamy yogurt and slightly chewy, fermented purple rice – sweet, tangy, and surprisingly addictive!

🥥 Kem dừa (coconut ice cream)
Served in a coconut shell with toppings like peanuts and coconut flakes.

🍍 Hoa quả dầm (mixed fruit with condensed milk)
Fresh tropical fruits mixed with crushed ice, yogurt, and condensed milk – colorful, juicy, and super refreshing.

🥤 Nước mía (sugarcane juice)
Freshly pressed sugarcane juice with a hint of kumquat – naturally sweet, hydrating, and a true local favorite.

💡 These are the little things that make Hanoi special – not just food, but experiences, memories, and flavors you won’t forget.

📩 Want to discover more hidden gems in Hanoi? Send me a message – I’d love to show you around!
- Hanoi Culture and Cuisine Walking tour! 👌

18/03/2026

What’s more fun than a trip with your girls group to Hanoi? Honestly… nothing 💅✨

Getting lost in the Old Quarter, laughing over street food, taking a hundred photos, and turning every little moment into beautiful memories.

Hanoi + your best friends = the kind of happiness you wish you could pause forever 💛🇻🇳

👉🏻 Book your Hanoi Culture and Cuisine Walking tour now!
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03/03/2026

A street corner in Hanoi that I love 💕
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25/02/2026

If you think you’ve “seen” Hanoi… think again. This city always has another story waiting for you to discover. Where is our tour guide Emma taking these lovely foreign friends to?!
👉🏻Join our Hanoi Culture and Cuisine walking tour to find out! 👌with Explore Vietnam With Locals

Come explore the real Hanoi — not just the highlights, but the heart. ❤️

20/02/2026

Lunar New Year in Vietnam is a time of reunion, gratitude, and celebration - and nothing reflects this spirit better than the traditional holiday feast prepared for family gatherings and ancestor worship.

A typical Northern Vietnamese New Year meal often includes:

🌿 Square sticky rice cake – a traditional rice cake made of glutinous rice, mung beans, and pork, symbolizing the Earth and gratitude to ancestors.

🍗 Whole boiled chicken - representing prosperity, respect, and a fresh start.

❤️ Red sticky rice – glutinous rice naturally colored with gac fruit, symbolizing luck, happiness, and good fortune.

🍲 Bamboo shoot soup – a rich and comforting soup often cooked with pork or chicken, adding warmth to the festive meal.

🍜 Glass noodle soup – a light yet flavorful dish that balances the richness of meat-based foods.

🥗 Vietnamese mixed salad – a refreshing combination of vegetables and herbs that brings crunch and harmony to the feast.

🥢 Crispy fried spring rolls – golden rolls filled with minced pork, vegetables, and glass noodles, symbolizing abundance and celebration.

🧅 Pickled onions – small but essential, helping to cut through the richness of the meal and representing balance.

Together, these dishes create more than just a meal, but they tell a story of family connection, cultural pride, and hopes for a prosperous new beginning.

📩 Join me to explore Hanoi - I would love to show you the heart and soul of this incredible city.
👉🏻Key tours:
1) Hanoi Culture and Cuisine Walking tour (Half day)
2) Traditional Craft Village tour (Full day)
📲 WhatsApp: +84 972923235

19/02/2026

Welcoming our very first guests of this Lunar New Year – Nikos and Sakis from Greece!

Together, we shared beautiful cultural stories between Vietnam and Greece - discovering how surprisingly connected our two countries are.

From the traditional Vietnamese custom of chewing betel leaves and blackening teeth, to washing hair with dried pomelo peels… and even a special song about Ho Chi Minh composed by a Greek musician.
It’s truly amazing to see how two distant lands can share so many meaningful similarities. 🌏

New year, new journeys, new friendships and many more cultural bridges to build.
Let’s explore Hanoi together!

👉🏻Key tours:
1) Hanoi Culture and Cuisine Walking tour (Half day)
2) Traditional Craft Village tour (Full day)
📲 WhatsApp: +84 972923235

17/02/2026

🎉✨ Happy Lunar New Year! ✨🎉

As the Lunar New Year begins, I wish you and your loved ones a year filled with happiness, prosperity, good health, and exciting new adventures. May this year bring you closer to your dreams and take you to beautiful places around the world.

And speaking of beautiful places… 🌏

If you’re planning your travels this year, there is one destination you simply cannot miss: Hanoi.

Hanoi is more than just a city — it’s a story waiting to be explored. From the charming Old Quarter streets and centuries-old temples to vibrant local markets and unforgettable street food, every corner offers a unique cultural experience.

This new year, why not start your journey with something meaningful?
✨ Walk through history.
✨ Taste authentic Vietnamese flavors.
✨ Discover traditional crafts villages and hidden gems.
✨ Experience the real local life beyond the guidebooks.

Let’s make this year a year of travel, connection, and unforgettable memories.

📩 Join me to explore Hanoi - I would love to show you the heart and soul of this incredible city.
👉🏻Key tours:
1) Hanoi Culture and Cuisine Walking tour (Half day)
2) Traditional Craft Village tour (Full day)
📲 WhatsApp: +84 972923235

Happy New Year, and see you in Hanoi! 🧧🌸

10/02/2026

They cried - quietly, unexpectedly - as they watched the silkworms begin to spin their silk. For Evelyn and her daughter, it wasn’t just a visit. It was a moment. And they left the most heartfelt note to the silk artisan 💕

Who would have thought that behind this old, humble-looking silk workshop lies the birthplace of so many smooth, high-quality silk scarves? Scarves that travel far beyond this village - across Vietnam, and even overseas. Every thread carries patience, tradition, and generations of silent craftsmanship.

Would you like to visit the silk village with me one day?
👉🏻 Send me a message and let’s book your tour ✨
👉🏻 Visit three handicraft villages in a day with so many hands on experience and beautiful photo spots that suits all ages!
📲 Whatsapp: +84 972923235

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