My husband and I took a late afternoon flight from Hong Kong to Hanoi. On our arrival, we were greeted by a very friendly and smiling face, our Guide, Mr. Lam ( Duong Dai) from Asia Pioneer. Because of our short stay, Mr. Lam did not waste time but gave us a brief history of the city, how the rivers run in Vietnam, the formation of lakes in Hanoi and its tube buildings. With his briefing, we found it helpful when he showed us around Hanoi and its out skirt in the following days. Our one and a half day tour was very well planned and had catered to our needs. He gave us short but precise explanations on all scenic spots. No long story which might make us feel bored like in some tours. We loved the food in the restaurants he had planned for us. The hotel, Sofitel Legend Metropole which was highly recommended by Mr. Lam is excellent. If we go to Hanoi in the future, Asia Pioneer (Day tours) would be our first choice to choose for tour planning.