Hanoi: City Sightseeing Motorbike Tour

See the sights of Hanoi by motorbike with a local driver/guide. Visit the Temple of Literature, enjoy lunch at a local place, and more.

Itinerary

Pickup location:
Hoàn Kiếm

Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi
Guided tour (4 hours)

Arrive back at:
Hoàn Kiếm

Highlights

Explore downtown Hanoi on a motorbike tour with a personal driver/guide
Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, dating back to the 11th century
Stop to taste authentic local specialties along the way

Full description

Option 1: Shared Group Motorbike Tour

Discover Hanoi like a true local on the back of a motorbike with your experienced driver and guide. Cruise through the city’s lively streets while visiting many of its most iconic landmarks.

Begin your journey with stops at the historic Hanoi Opera House and St. Joseph’s Cathedral, two of the city’s best-known colonial-era landmarks.

Continue to Ba Dinh District, where you’ll visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, beautifully situated beside West Lake, Hanoi’s largest freshwater lake. Admire the peaceful scenery before passing by the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of President Ho Chi Minh, and visiting the nearby One Pillar Pagoda.

Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and enjoy a short walk through its historic courtyards.

End your tour by relaxing at a local café with Hanoi’s famous egg coffee, or continue cruising through the bustling streets before enjoying a delicious local meal.

Option 2: Private Motorbike Tour

Follow the same itinerary as Option 1, with the added comfort and flexibility of a private tour.

Option 3: Shared Group Instagram Tour

Visit some of Hanoi’s most photogenic locations, including:

  • St. Joseph’s Cathedral (outside)
  • Hanoi Opera House (outside)
  • Ceramic Mosaic Mural
  • Tran Quoc Pagoda
  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (pass by)
  • Train Street

Option 4: Shared Group with Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Tour

In addition to the city highlights, enjoy a guided visit to the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long and Hoa Lo Prison, where your guide will share fascinating historical insights.

Option 5: Private Food & City Motorbike Tour

Visit:

  • Tran Quoc Pagoda
  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
  • Temple of Literature

Taste:

  • Mixed Pho
  • Fresh Pho Rolls
  • Banh Mi
  • Kem Xôi (Sticky Rice Ice Cream)

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Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off within Hanoi Old Quarter
Tour guide and driver
Motorbike
High-quality helmet
Temple of Literature entrance ticket
One meal
One drink

Not included

Other entrance fees
Tips

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments

Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Cash
Face mask or protective covering

Not allowed

Pets

Know before you go

The tour duration is approximately 4 hours.
The standard departure time is 8:00 AM, but a flexible departure time is available.
Long-sleeved tops and long skirts or trousers are required when visiting the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature.
A 20% surcharge applies during the Lunar New Year holiday. Detailed information will be provided by email after booking.
Gratuities for your guide are not included in the tour price.

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