The ultimate Hanoi street food tour
My special tour is off the beaten track. Try very special snacks and street finger foods never listed on any food tour around Hanoi.
You will walk through many backstreets and hidden alleyways in the old quarter, hitting all the food stops and learning about the history and local culture
Why should be my tour
More Special, off the beaten track street eats and bites
Adventurous Foodie Tour
Hanoi culture and background stories
Local market tour
Guided by expert foodie guide
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
At your hotel
I will pick you up at your hotel in the Old Quarter.
First stop: Hanoi original egg coffee
Once setting foot in Hanoi, you should not miss the chance to taste a special drink which is Hanoi egg coffee. It first seems quite weird, why can eggs be added to coffee? It’s the secret recipe of Mr. Nguyen Van Giang, the father of this unique beverage. We will learn intrerstingly why and how egg coffee was created.
Second stop: Green papaya salad
We stroll down to the shortest street of just 52 meters long for your first bite of Vietnamese favorite dish of shredded young papaya with beef jerky
Thrid stop: Hang Be market -
Check out a busy outdoor local market with lots of fresh food, veggies and flowers. Try very unique crispy fried fish meat roll.Through the market, a tiny alley reveals an old historic temple that was built by the Ly dynasty.
Stop 4:Snack
Try a hot Vietnamese donut from sticky rice flower since the lady keeps busy of making and frying the donuts all day.
Stop 5: Be adventerous, Let's try
Cha ruoi (sand worm omelet) is a Vietnamese dish made from ruoi (sand worms or Nereididae) which has been popular in Hanoi for quite a while.
While the worms themselves may look frightening to some, when mixed into an omelet, they add a delicious flavor that perfectly represents the city of Hanoi.
Stop 6: Best pillow cake in town from a hidden small corner
The lady has 2-3 hours to sell out all of her pillow cakes. Her house is way deep inside the alley. She rent the small corner in front of big road. Her main customers are Vietnamese people who are real foodie. Her pillow cake is crispy outside & flavorful inside.
Stop 7: Discover the Deliciousness of Banh Mi Que
As I researched Banh Mi Que, I found out that it is a traditional Vietnamese snack that has been around for centuries. The literal translation of Banh Mi Que is “stick bread,” which refers to the shape of the snack. It is a cylindrical-shaped bread that is about the size of a finger.
Stop 8: Banh cuon - Vietnamese Rice Rolls)
The name literally means rolled cakes because these delicious little treats are a batter of primarily rice flour, and the traditional filling is made of pork, onion, jicama, and mushrooms which are then rolled up. The texture is just amazing. The cooked dipping fish sauce makes it perfect.
Stop 9: Green sticky rice with ice-cream
Sweet sweet dessert
Walk through the old streets. Try the delicious famous snack to northern Vietnam, then get to a small alley where you try a very simple but creative bite from southern Vietnam.
Discover a few more very hidden spots before we head over to some sweet desserts.
At your hotel
End the tour with a warm goodbye and enjoy the rest of your evening.
Ending Point
At your hotel
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Professional English speaking tour guide
Pick up and drop off at your hotel
All the best food tastings
Unique egg coffee
Signature dessert
Tour Important Information
Important message from the supplier
- For the tour that you book the guide only, kindly understand that the transportation and lunch fees for yourself and the guide will be paid by the customer.
- Hotel meetup inside the Old Quarter. This is considered to be the best location for tourists.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Nhung N.
"Xin Chao" my dear customers from all over the world,
I am Rose Nguyen , who was born and raised in Hanoi. I have been working as a guide and travel consultant for customized unique tours in all parts of Vietnam. It is my great honor always to be your local expertise wherever you go in my country. I graduated from the University of Languages and International studies. My second and third degree are tourism & Vietnamese cooking. I found those as the great connection to bring the best services to my beloved customers.
I have been the international licensed tourist guide for more than 12 years until now. I am lucky to escort my clients through different regions. From that, I have chances of better understanding and respecting each culture and value. My priority of working is your satisfaction.
Beside all classic tours in Vietnam, I also have great ides for authentic tours as below:
1) Hidden Hanoi photograph tours
2) Hanoi backstreet motorbike tours: visit the beautiful parts of city and learn about local lives through hidden streets and alleys that only motorbikes can go through.
3) Non-touristy rural market visit and hands-on cooking experience at local home
4) Unspoilt Ninh Binh day trip from Hanoi
More customized options I can offer for your kind consideration.
To describe briefly my self: I am passionate, energetic and sincere always.
Warmest regards,
*Your ambassador in Vietnam*
Rose Nhung
Reviews
Cory B.
“Rose was amazing!”
We were so lucky to meet Rose! She was amazing. She was very knowledgeable and showed us all the great spots. Some were not the typical tourist spots. What made our time with Rose so amazing was not only her knowledge and the locations she took us to, but her personality. She was so much fun to hang out with. Anything we needed she helped us with. What a gem! Thanks Rose.
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Nhung N.
Dear Mr. Cory, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure meeting you and spending time together in Hanoi. I’m very glad you enjoyed the places we visited, especially the local spots that are a little away from the usual tourist routes. For me, being a guide is not only about sharing history and information, but also about helping guests feel comfortable and experience the city in a more personal way. I really enjoyed our time together and am happy that you felt well taken care of throughout the day. Thank you again for choosing me as your guide and for your wonderful recommendation. I truly appreciate it and hope to see you again if you return to Hanoi. Best regards, Rose Nhung
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Leo A.
“She Made Our Day in Hanoi Amazing!”
This was honestly the BEST day of our trip to Vietnam!!!!! She took us to Hanoi Train Street, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison. She was incredibly knowledgeable and explained everything really well. We asked her so many questions throughout the day, not only about the places we visited, but also about what everyday life is like for people in Hanoi, the culture, and local life. She answered every question we had and taught us so much about the city. One of my favorite parts was the food:):) She took us to a really local restaurant and café that we probably never would have found on our own. The food was seriously amazing and easily the best food I had during our 5-day trip! She was super friendly, easy to talk to, and made the whole day really fun. It didn’t feel like a typical tourist tour at all. We got to learn about the history while also getting a real feel for what life in Hanoi is actually like. She made our day in Hanoi amazing!!!!!! I’m so glad we booked this tour and would 100% recommend her to anyone visiting Hanoi!
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Nhung N.
Dear Leo and friends, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed review. It was a real pleasure spending the day with you and showing you around Hanoi. I’m glad you enjoyed the places we visited and that I could answer your questions about Hanoi’s history, culture, and everyday life. I always enjoy sharing not only the well-known sights, but also some of the local experiences that give visitors a better understanding of the city. I’m especially happy that you enjoyed the local food and café. Finding good local places and sharing them with guests is one of the things I enjoy most about being a tour guide. Thank you again for choosing me as your guide and for your kind recommendation. I truly appreciate it, and I hope you have many more great travel experiences in the future. It would be a pleasure to welcome you back to Hanoi someday. Best regards, Rose
Hannah S.
“Absolutely perfect experience”
If you are looking for a guide in Hanoi, please consider Rose! I was so very happy with her guidance and believe she has the knowledge and ability to customize any tour and activity you could possibly want in the area. I will be recommending her to friends and family that visit Hanoi, and hope to hire her again if I return! I hired Nhung N. (English nickname Rose) for 2 days for a flexible tour of Hanoi including tailoring, food recommendations, and some local culture/history. I truly could not be more happy with my experience with her. She was patient and listened extremely well, both directly as well as picked up on things I may be interested in and recommended. She had a very positive, kind vibe to her that felt authentic. The first day she recruited a personal driver, brought us to Lang Van Phuc (silk village), explained extensive history, brought us to Obama Noodles and taught us about how to eat Bun Cha (pork noddles), brought us to Phu Tay Ho to see the temple, and lastly took us to the women’s museum, personally explaining the history, all while acting as a translator. She also challenged us to learn some words in Vietnamese! The second day was more focused on tailoring and fabrics, in which she was extremely patient with explaining our wants and needs. She then brought us to some shops we were interested in, and took us to eat some of the best food I’ve had at a restaurant locals love (and she personally goes to). Again, she was very patient with our constant and specific questions about local cultures, histories, and norms. She also worked to get us discounts without being asked, advised us on a culturally sensitive inquiry of an object taken by a US soldier, was comfortable speaking about her family and personal life/past, was flexible with last minute changes to plans, stayed in consistent contact before and during the planned tour dates, and responded quickly and reached out to get more info to further personalize the tours.
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Nhung N.
Dear Ms. Hannah, I could not know how to fully express my sincerest gratitude for your kind choice on my services & your glowing review. Thank you so much for your sharing your experience with me. It was truly my great honor to be your guide 2 days in Hanoi. I sincerely wish to welcome you back one day. Words cannot express enough my thanks. I wish you a fabulous trip ahead. With my best regards, Rose Nhung
$55/ per group
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