Nghia Lo – Hanoi
1 Day - 190 Kms
Though I really like the accommodation I was a bit disappointed last time around with breakfast. Unless it’s not extra I’d experience a local cafe. Call by the restaurant though and say g’day to the parrot.
There’s never too much to get excited about coming to the end or a tour particularly if finishing in a densely populated city. This ride however is not too bad. The first half of the ride you’re still in the mountains.
It’s a four hour day, five with stops so time it to get into the capital mid afternoon for the best deal with traffic.
(A) A nice family restaurant for lunch. Good Vietnamese food in a comfortable setting.
(B) Is a coffee rest stop. One of many before the country flattens out for the run into the capital.
When deciding on your accommodation options consider approximaty to your way out. If flying or on the train the Old Quater will be closer but if Westlake is your preference not so far either really.
If your stay in the Old Quarter on a weekend the Hoan Kiem Lake is shut off to traffic and a pretty cool scene.
Plenty of bar and food options in this area also.
The Tay Ho, West Lakes area is the other to consider for your accommodation. Most expats live in this area and also has plenty of great restaurant and bar options.
Good place to wake up to. The morning walk around this lake is exceptional as far as major cities go.
