The Original Craft Beer tour of Hanoi

About this tour

Spend five hours exploring Hanoi's craft beer scene beyond the Old Quarter with a knowledgeable guide. Visit independent breweries tucked into quieter neighbourhoods, sample curated beer flights at each venue, and learn how craft brewing differs from mass production. Food pairings—both Vietnamese and Western—complement the tastings. This is an insider's look at what Hanoi's beer makers are actually brewing, not a generic bar crawl.

Highlights

• Taste flights at multiple independent breweries across Hanoi
• Learn fermentation, hop profiles, and brewing techniques from brewers
• Discover neighbourhoods beyond the tourist Old Quarter
• Food pairings selected to match each brewery's beer style
• Small group format, maximum 12 people for genuine conversation
• Air-conditioned transport between venues included

What to expect

Your guide picks you up from your hotel and drives you to three to four craft breweries, each showcasing different beer styles. At each stop, you'll receive a flight of samples and explanations of what makes each beer distinct—hop character, fermentation method, ABV, colour. Between venues, enjoy thoughtfully matched snacks or light meals. The pace is relaxed; this isn't about volume but understanding flavour and process. Expect to chat with brewers if they're on-site and to ask genuine questions about their work. By the final stop, you'll recognise the difference between a lager and a stout, and why a particular beer pairs with certain foods.

Good to know

Minimum age 18. Alcoholic drinks cost extra; beer samples aren't included. Vegetarian meals available—mention dietary needs when booking. Groups are capped at 12 people. Hotel pickup covers selected hotels; check if yours is included. Bring an appetite and plan to drink responsibly over five hours.