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Highlights
- Start by sampling rare Vietnamese teas from trees over two centuries old, then follow an English-speaking guide as you explore Hanoi Train Street with included round-trip transfers.
- From your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter, be picked up and meet a knowledgeable guide before heading to both the tea-tasting venue and the iconic Train Street area.
- Kick off with tasting Vietnamese Green and Red teas from regions such as Ha Giang and Yen Bai, followed by an interactive hands-on brewing class.
- At Hanoi Train Street, witness the excitement of a train passing directly through the street while taking in the unique surroundings on your own schedule.
- Opt for the morning departure to enjoy lunch featuring Bun Cha and Banh Mi served after your tea tasting and brewing session on Train Street.
- Choose an afternoon visit that concludes with a refreshing drink on Train Street, providing a perfect end to your experience.
Your Experience
Discover Hanoi's Train Street and explore premium Vietnamese tea culture through guided tastings, a brewing class, and local culinary delights all within one smooth visit.
Getting started
Your journey begins with round-trip transfers from your hotel located in the Hanoi Old Quarter. An expert English-speaking guide will meet you to outline the plan for exploring Train Street and participating in tea activities. Together, you'll travel to the Train Street area and gather at a local spot reserved for your group. Your guide provides details about when the train is scheduled to pass so that you can be prepared for this unique viewing experience.
Hanoi Train Street
The iconic Hanoi Train Street features a narrow residential lane where a full-size train passes just meters away from homes, cafés, and tracksides. This offers an excellent glimpse into the life of this unique area.
Features
- Your viewing experience at Train Street allows you to safely observe the train passing by, giving you insight into how it transforms a quiet lane into a bustling railway hub.
- An authentic local lunch featuring Bun Cha and Banh Mi is included for those opting for the morning departure. This meal provides an opportunity to enjoy local flavors while awaiting the scheduled train passage shared by your guide.
- For afternoon departures, you'll receive a refreshing drink so you can relax and soak in the atmosphere of Train Street as the train approaches and passes through.
- Your English-speaking guide will provide context about daily life along Train Street and ensure that you don't miss this unique viewing opportunity by coordinating timing throughout your visit.
Premium Vietnamese tea tasting and brewing class
Following the Train Street adventure, explore Vietnam's rich tea traditions with guided tastings and a hands-on brewing session led by experts in the field.
Features
- The premium Vietnamese tea tasting introduces you to regional varieties such as those from Thai Nguyen and Shan Tuyet. You'll explore Green, Red teas, and Oolong, comparing their flavor profiles and aromas.
- In the hands-on brewing class, learn the four essential steps of tea preparation under expert guidance. Practice making a type of tea yourself by measuring leaves and adjusting steeping times.
- The session also explains how global tea varieties are classified using your tastings as examples to understand differences in processing and taste.
- Round-trip transfers and continuous guidance throughout the day ensure you can focus entirely on mastering the art of tea tasting and brewing without worrying about logistics or transport arrangements.
Wrapping up
Your guide will coordinate your return to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter with included round-trip transfers, concluding this enriching experience right at your accommodation so you can continue enjoying the rest of your day in Hanoi.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Train Street viewing experience
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Round-trip transfers
- Premium Vietnamese tea tasting and brewing class in Hanoi: Explore the art of making refreshing drinks.
- Hands-on tea brewing class with your expert guide, featuring The Train Street.
- [Optional] Lunch including Bun Cha and Banh Mi (based on option selected)
- [Optional] Refreshing drink for afternoon departure (based on option selected)
- Personal beverages
- Pick-up and drop-off services not available within the Hanoi Old Quarter
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Your round-trip transfers are included if your hotel is within Hanoi Old Quarter; otherwise, pick-up and drop-off services aren't provided.
- If you choose a morning departure, enjoy Bun Cha and Banh Mi for lunch after the tea tasting session at Train Street. For an afternoon trip, expect a refreshing drink instead of lunch.
- Meet your English-speaking guide in Hanoi Old Quarter who will lead you through both the tea-tasting activities and the train viewing experience.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.
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