First, cross the Red River via Long Biên Bridge—the oldest bridge in Hà Nội, built more than 100 years ago during the French colonial period—to admire the river, watch boats drifting on the water and see the green vegetable farms on the island.

Then continue into the countryside where farmers live and work. Here, we have the chance to visit a family and learn more about local life and traditions. Our guide will help us talk with them so we can connect more closely with local residents.

Cycle along dirt tracks and through rural villages to reach Cổ Loa Citadel. Built in 200 BC, it offers insight into Vietnam's traditions of founding and defending the nation, as well as King Thục Phán An Dương Vương's resistance to foreign invaders. The group then visits an orchard and cycles back to Hà Nội for lunch at a local restaurant, where you can try traditional food.