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Travellers riding a scooter through Vietnam countryside rice fields, wearing helmets and smiling with low power lines behind
Pink lotus flower floating across a lily pond in Vietnam, with a distant walkway and rooftops beyond the water
Ornate Vietnamese temple entrance with engraved roof, stone steps and a red curtain opening, set in a calm courtyard
Motorbike tour guide in Vietnam wearing a helmet and goggles, riding along a country road beside a pond and fields
Vegetable market stall in Vietnam with heaps of fresh greens and root veg, where a seated vendor waits by her produce
Lone traveller walking along a narrow wooden boardwalk over a lotus pond in Vietnam, with power lines and trees in view
Hanoi market stall under a canvas canopy, with vendors seated behind rows of dried goods, snacks, and produce for sale
Travellers riding a scooter through Vietnam countryside rice fields, wearing helmets and smiling with low power lines behind
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Travellers riding a scooter through Vietnam countryside rice fields, wearing helmets and smiling with low power lines behind
Travellers riding a scooter through Vietnam countryside rice fields, wearing helmets and smiling with low power lines behind
Pink lotus flower floating across a lily pond in Vietnam, with a distant walkway and rooftops beyond the water
Ornate Vietnamese temple entrance with engraved roof, stone steps and a red curtain opening, set in a calm courtyard
Motorbike tour guide in Vietnam wearing a helmet and goggles, riding along a country road beside a pond and fields
Travellers riding a scooter through Vietnam countryside rice fields, wearing helmets and smiling with low power lines behind
Pink lotus flower floating across a lily pond in Vietnam, with a distant walkway and rooftops beyond the water
Ornate Vietnamese temple entrance with engraved roof, stone steps and a red curtain opening, set in a calm courtyard
Motorbike tour guide in Vietnam wearing a helmet and goggles, riding along a country road beside a pond and fields
Vegetable market stall in Vietnam with heaps of fresh greens and root veg, where a seated vendor waits by her produce
Lone traveller walking along a narrow wooden boardwalk over a lotus pond in Vietnam, with power lines and trees in view
Hanoi market stall under a canvas canopy, with vendors seated behind rows of dried goods, snacks, and produce for sale
Motorbike riders and guides posing in front of a traditional temple gate in Hanoi on a sightseeing tour
Vietnamese café entrance in Hanoi with Bánh mì Pate Nhà Lâm and An's House signs on a Vespa tour stop
Two riders on classic motorbikes resting on a dirt track by rice fields outside Hanoi during a countryside motorbike ride
Colourful rows of hanging yellow lanterns and red tags in a leafy courtyard by small shops, part of a Hanoi countryside ride
Scooter rider in a green helmet drives away down a quiet Hanoi street lined with trees and parked bikes
Vendor working at an outdoor street market stall, surrounded by large cooking pots and bowls in rural Hanoi on a backstreet tour
Hanoi street food market stall with vendors preparing vegetables while a man stands smiling near motorbikes
Two riders on vintage motorbikes travelling through Hanoi countryside rice paddies, with fields and village rooftops ahead
Market worker seated behind trays and large metal pots inside a dim stall with green tarps, featured on a rural Hanoi tour
Local man holds a white-and-tabby cat indoors in Hanoi, pausing for a calm moment during a Vespa ride stop
Lotus flower blooming among green lily pads on a pond in Hanoi countryside villages during a vintage motorbike ride
Smiling woman in a conical hat holding a bundle of harvested straw against a bright blue sky in Hanoi countryside
VIETNAM helmets resting on a vintage scooter in Hanoi countryside, with bright green rice fields and village houses in view
Helmeted riders cruising past rice fields on a rural road near Hanoi, with a line of scooters on a sunset ride
Herd of water buffalo grazing in a grassy pasture in the countryside near Hanoi during a sightseeing tour stop
Riders on a water buffalo moving through green grass and flooded fields, with a straw hat guide in Hanoi countryside
Farm woman in a conical hat smiling while clutching a thick bundle of dried straw in a sunny rural field near Hanoi
Hanoi countryside lotus pond with a tour group posing on a wooden platform above floating lily pads and water
Row of Vespa scooters parked in a courtyard by a wooden gate, with hanging lanterns and plants at the entrance in Hanoi
Helmed riders pose on a Vespa line along a dirt lane through a fruit orchard during a Hanoi countryside trip
Family and fellow travellers walking along a narrow brick-and-stone lane in Hanoi, with walls close on both sides
Vespa riders waving on a dirt track past rice fields on the Hanoi countryside route with Hanoi Backstreet Tours
Group of Vespa riders in helmets smiles and waves while travelling together on a busy street in Hanoi
Water buffalo wading in muddy shallows, heads above the surface, in the Hanoi countryside at a rural farm
Traveller in a conical hat pushing a wheelbarrow along a leafy country lane through Hanoi countryside villages
Vespa riders follow a narrow lane through dense greenery and a small bridge on a host-led Hanoi countryside tour
Travellers relaxing outdoors in the Hanoi countryside with bottled drinks on a small table, surrounded by bamboo fencing and greenery
People bent over in a flooded rice paddy, transplanting seedlings in Hanoi countryside fields on small village plots
Travellers on a wooden boat drifting across a pond carpeted with floating lily pads near Hanoi countryside villages
Group sharing a traditional meal around a long table in a rustic room during a Hanoi countryside experience
Smiling visitors seated at a neatly set table in a cosy Hanoi teahouse, holding drinks during an intimate meal
Helmeted tour group in face masks posing on a rail track carriage in Hanoi countryside, surrounded by dense greenery
Smiling group with locals giving thumbs-up in a leafy courtyard beside a rustic snack stall in Hanoi
Tour group in helmets posing on a dirt path among fruit trees and shrubs in a green Hanoi countryside
Travellers in conical hats walk a stone path under leafy trees through a quiet Hanoi countryside village lane
White Vespa scooter stands in a narrow Hanoi lane beside weathered stone walls, with daylight streaming from above
Row of vintage Vespa scooters parked along a rural lane through Hanoi countryside villages on a Hanoi Backstreet Tours ride
Group of riders posing on scooters along a rural road through Hanoi countryside villages during a Hanoi Backstreet Tours ride
Line of vintage Vespa scooters on a city street in Hanoi, showing riders ready for a Hanoi Backstreet Tours backstreet adventure
Tour guests on a vintage Vespa beside a brick arch in Hanoi during a Hanoi Backstreet Tours countryside ride

Vespa Ride To Hanoi Countryside Villages & Ancient Mythical Citadel

Hop on a vintage vespa and explore Hanoi's countryside
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Group size
Up to 8 guests
DURATION
4.5 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
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Free pick-up
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Up to 8 guests
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Escape the crowds and ride a vespa to explore Hanoi's countryside
Looking for a countryside escape from Hanoi? Hop on a vintage Vespa and escape the Old Quarter - in just 30 minutes, you’ll be in Hanoi’s countryside, where you’ll see locals working the rice fields, buffalo roaming freely, and farmers going about their day.While many travellers stick to the usual city sights, this experience gives you a glimpse of rural Vietnamese life. Riding on the back of a Vespa is also super fun - you’ll cruise down tiny country roads and reach places cars simply can’t. You'll explore hidden village paths, learn how farming communities are adapting to urbanisation, and visit the ancient Co Loa Citadel - a spiral-shaped fortress dating back to 280 BC. Believed to be the mythical birthplace of ancient Vietnam, it’s said to have been built by a king with the help of a golden turtle. You'll also enjoy a yummy home-cooked Vietnamese lunch at your guide's house - super cosy and a lovely way to end this experience.This is perfect if you’re curious about everyday life beyond the city, love learning about culture and history, and want something a little different from the usual Hanoi itinerary.What to ExpectRide a vintage Vespa through Hanoi’s lively streets and quiet villagesCross the iconic Long Bien Bridge with sweeping views of the Red RiverGet an intimate glimpse of rural life - rice paddies, farmers, and water buffaloVisit the ancient Co Loa Citadel and hear stories from Vietnam’s mythic pastEnjoy a delicious home-cooked Vietnamese meal with a local familyLearn how urbanisation is reshaping countryside life around HanoiGood to KnowThis is a join-in small group trip lasting around 4.5 hoursComes with a licensed driver, English-speaking guide, helmet & rain ponchoUpgrade to a Jeep if you’d prefer not to ride pillion on a VespaLunch, drinks, and entrance fees are all included - no hidden extrasPick-up and drop-off available in Hanoi’s Old QuarterThis tour is designed for you to sit back and enjoy the ride with our professional Vespa drivers, so we don’t recommend self-driving. If you still choose to drive yourself, you must hold a valid motorbike licence; the price remains the same and you’ll be responsible for your own safety during the tour.

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Travellers riding a scooter through Vietnam countryside rice fields, wearing helmets and smiling with low power lines behind
Ride Vespas into Hanoi's countryside
Vintage scooters parked by an ornate temple gate as a tour group prepares to explore Hanoi’s ancient citadel
Explore the ancient Co Loa Citadel
Vegetable market stall in Vietnam with heaps of fresh greens and root veg, where a seated vendor waits by her produce
Get a glimpse of life outside the city
Herd of water buffalo grazing in a grassy pasture in the countryside near Hanoi during a sightseeing tour stop
Meet farmers, see buffalo
Group dining on Vietnamese snacks at a small table during a Hanoi Vespa backstreet tour, savouring local food together
Lunch hosted in a local village home
Lone traveller walking along a narrow wooden boardwalk over a lotus pond in Vietnam, with power lines and trees in view
Perfect half-day escape

What You’ll be Doing

Hanoi Vespa ride, rural villages, Co Loa Citadel, local life, and Vietnamese cuisine
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What’s Included

Pick up and drop off in Old Quarter
Vintage motorbike/Vespa/Scooter
Experienced driver
Helmet & rain poncho
English speaking guide
Lunch & drinks
Entrance fees
All drivers are licensed and we provide local travel insurance, but we also recommend that you have your own
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Start Point

Free pick-up from Hotels in Old Quarter(Old Quarter, Vietnam)
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End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
07:30AM - 12:00PM
12:30PM - 05:00PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Vegetarian food available
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

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    Cancel 24 hours before activity for a full refund

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  • Comfortable shoes
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  • Suncream
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Tho Nguyen grew up in the countryside of Northern Vietnam, where life was tough but filled with resilience and resourcefulness. Moving to Hanoi for university, he studied tourism and hospitality, quickly falling in love with the city that became his second home. His deep connection to the rugged Minsk motorcycle, a staple of his childhood, inspired him to create tailored backstreet tours in 2015. With over 15 years in the travel industry, Tho wanted to offer visitors a more personal and immersive way to experience Hanoi. His tours, using vintage motorbikes and jeeps, give travellers a chance to see the city’s hidden corners, enjoy authentic local food, and connect with everyday life in Vietnam in a real and meaningful way.
Experience: 11 years
Speaks: Fluent English
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