Moon Hanoi: Including Ha Long Bay (Travel Guide)

Moon Travel Guides: Your World, Your WayWandering Hanoi's jam-packed neighborhoods, bustling markets, and vibrant Old Quarter, you'll find the soul of Vietnam. See it all with Moon Hanoi.Strategic itineraries for seeing the best of the city and worthwhile excursions to remote villages in Vietnam's northern mountainsDetailed maps and full-color photos throughoutActivities and ideas for every traveler: Take in the history of this thousand-year-old city at the Temple of Literature, or visit the embalmed remains of Vietnam's greatest hero, Ho Chi Minh. Explore the art galleries of the Old Quarter, and sample authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including the country's best pho. Experience the best of Hanoi after dark with local craft beers and live music in the chic French Quarter. Head north to wander the markets of Sapa, hike to remote waterfalls, or learn about H'mong cultureExpert insight from journalist and expat Dana Filek-Gibson on her adopted homeUseful tips on health and safety, sustainable travel, traveling solo as a woman, and scheduling group toursHonest advice on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, plus a handy Vietnamese phrasebookThorough information on the landscape, history, and culture, all packaged in a book light enough to fit in your carry-onWith Moon Hanoi's expert advice, myriad activities, and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way.Seeing more than just the city? Check out Moon Vietnam. Expanding your trip? Try Moon Phuket & Ko Samui, or Moon Angkor Wat.