Vietnam Day 3: Hanoi to Lao Cai (Part 2)

We were walking along the busy streets and saw a park nearby. We decided to enter the premises as there is a huge lake inside as well. Tourists have to pay 2,000 dong which is equivalent to S$0.20 and we paid the tickets.

There were many people exercising in the park. People were playing badminton, jogging, practicing some dance moves, soccer, etc. By the way, Vietnamese people are quite fit and a large proportion of the population seem to enjoy exercising.

People playing badminton

Fountain in Thong Nhat Park

It was a relaxing day and we were slowly taking our time and enjoying the view at the lake.

People playing soccer near the lake

The four of us beside Bay Mau Lake

People watching people playing chess

On a bridge to an island in the center of lake

Soon, it was 7 pm and we finished browsing the park. We flagged a cab down and proceeded back to Hanoi Old Quarters.

The distant view of sunset

Waiting for an empty cab to arrive

We went to a restaurant along Hang Dao and had our last round of food before our overnight train to Lao Cai.

Inside Song Ann Cafe

After our dinner, we proceeded back to our hostel and waited for the people from the tour agency to arrive. We had previously booked a 3 day 3 night Sapa tour which costs US$95 per pax.

The tour guide came at around 8 pm and we were brought to the railway station to take the overnight train to Lao Cai.

It was the first time i sat on an overnight train with cabins.

The slightly cramped environment plus the beds

Another angle shot

End of Part 2 (6 to 10.30 pm)