Discover Real Hanoi on a Vintage Vespa – Half-Day Tour

Experience Hanoi beyond the usual sights — not just see the city but feel it on a classic vintage Vespa. Explore hidden backstreets, vibrant alleys, and bustling organized chaos that reveal how locals truly live. This is a journey you won’t find on your own.

Highlights of Our Hanoi Vespa Tour

Ride on a vintage Vespa with experienced, licensed drivers
Explore secret alleys and lively local neighborhoods inaccessible by car
Enjoy authentic Vietnamese lunch and local drinks included
Convenient hotel pickup & drop-off, insurance, helmets & raincoats provided
Morning or afternoon half-day tours available

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Step 1: Safety Briefing & Preparation

Your adventure begins right at your hotel doorstep, where you’ll be greeted by our friendly, all-female guide team and professional Vespa drivers. After introductions, you’ll receive a clear and detailed safety briefing. Learn how to mount the Vespa confidently, sit comfortably, and use simple hand signals for smooth communication on the road. Our guide will walk you through the day’s itinerary and take note of any food allergies, restrictions, or special requests to tailor your experience. Once everyone is fitted with a helmet—and a raincoat if needed—you’re ready to start exploring Hanoi like a local.

Step 2: Hidden Hanoi & Local Life

Hop on your vintage Vespa and dive into the heart of Hanoi’s everyday life. Your journey winds through bustling backstreets, quiet alleyways, and vibrant local markets—places that larger vehicles simply can’t reach. This is where Hanoi reveals its true soul. You’ll see residents going about their daily routines: children playing in narrow courtyards, street vendors preparing food, and families relaxing in tiny cafés tucked behind weathered doors. These authentic glimpses into real life are what make this ride so memorable. It’s not just sightseeing—it’s people-watching, culture-learning, and street-exploring all in one.

Step 3: Iconic Landmarks & Scenic Stops

From the backstreets, you’ll move into areas steeped in history and heritage. Take a walk along the 150-year-old Train Street, where homes stand astonishingly close to the still-active railway line. Then pause to cool off with a glass of Bia Hoi, Vietnam’s famously light and refreshing draft beer, at a local sidewalk hangout. Continue the ride with scenic views around West Lake, Hanoi’s largest lake, offering a peaceful contrast to the busy city center. Then wind your way to Huu Tiep Lake, where the wreckage of an American B-52 bomber rests as a powerful reminder of the 1972 “Christmas Bombing” campaign. Along the route, you’ll also pass the Long Bien Bridge, built by the French in the early 1900s, and other notable landmarks like the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (seen from the outside), Hanoi Opera House, and atmospheric apartment blocks from the 1960s. Each site reveals a different layer of Hanoi’s complex and compelling history.

Step 4: Authentic Local Cuisine

After working up an appetite, it’s time to eat like a true Hanoian. You’ll stop at handpicked, family-run restaurants and street-side eateries known for their authentic flavors and warm hospitality. Indulge in delicious local specialties such as Bún Chả (grilled pork with noodles), Bánh Cuốn (steamed rice rolls), or Phở Cuốn (rolled noodles with beef). Wash it all down with fresh sugarcane juice or another round of cool Bia Hoi. And to cap off your experience, visit a charming hidden café to sip on the legendary Hanoi Egg Coffee—a velvety, sweet treat invented in 1946 and still beloved today. With your taste buds satisfied and your heart full, ride back to your hotel while your guide shares personalized tips for exploring more of Hanoi on your own. Say farewell and take home unforgettable memories of your time riding through the capital on two wheels.