During the tour of Hanoi by double-decker bus that took place on the morning of May 18, more than 30 Thai athletes and coaches of Sepak Takraw had the opportunity to experience and explore famous places in the capital. Starting from Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, the group passed many famous landmarks and relics of Hanoi such as: Cathedral, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Quan Thanh Temple, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Temple of Literature...
About 30 Thai athletes and coaches were present at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square to board the double-decker bus to experience the view of Hanoi.
The head of the Thai Sepak Takraw team, Mr. Pairoj Archarungroj, said that this trip brought many interesting experiences and time for rest and relaxation for the coaches and athletes in the team, after a stressful time of training and competing at the 31st SEA Games. This was also the first time that the Thai Sepak Takraw coaches and athletes experienced a tour of Hanoi on a double-decker bus because this service was not available in Bangkok.
Mr. Pairoj Archarungroj also shared: "The tour on the double-decker bus was really interesting. We were impressed by the beautiful scenery of Hanoi, with lots of trees and flowers on the road. Personally, I came to Hanoi 10 years ago, and this time I came back, Hanoi was very different, much more developed and beautiful. What impressed us deeply was the delicious food of Vietnam in general and Hanoi in particular. After the SEA Games, I will return to Vietnam, planning to take my family to Da Nang. Thai people really like Da Nang."
Thai athletes visited the Temple of Literature in Hanoi
Head coach of the Thai men's sepak takraw team, Veeras Na Nongkhai, said: "I am very impressed that your lives have completely returned to normal after the Covid-19 pandemic. Hanoi is very beautiful, the environment is clean, there are many trees on the streets. The historical sites, sightseeing spots, and streets are crowded and everyone is very happy."
During the "Hanoi City Tour" journey, the Thai athletes spent about 60 minutes stopping to learn about the Temple of Literature.
Athletes listen to an introduction to Vietnam's first university.
Mr. Nguyen Van Hung, Deputy Director of Yen Vien Bus Company (the operator of the "Hanoi City tour" double-decker bus) affirmed: "SEA Games 31 is a big event in Hanoi after opening and stimulating tourism, we really want to promote the image of the capital and Vietnam to international tourists so that they can have interesting experiences and see the hospitality of Vietnamese people. The unit has improved the quality, ensured hygiene on the bus and arranged more staff to serve international guests, and prepared spare vehicles to increase service when necessary."
Athletes have time to relax after the matches end.
The Hanoi City Tour double-decker bus experience tour of Hanoi Transport Corporation is implementing a program of free admission tickets for delegates who are athletes, coaches, and international journalists attending the 31st SEA Games. This is one of Hanoi's tourism products serving the 31st SEA Games.
Some pictures of the Thai group experiencing the double-decker bus tour in Hanoi:
The double-decker bus tour passed through 15 destinations such as the Opera House, Hanoi Cathedral, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum...
Thai athletes enjoy checking in to keep memories in Hanoi capital
During the "Hanoi City Tour" journey, the Thai athletes spent about 60 minutes stopping to learn about the Temple of Literature.
The double-decker bus experience tour "Hanoi City Tour" is offering free admission to delegates who are athletes, coaches, and international journalists attending the 31st SEA Games.
