Morning Vespa Tour & Evening Food Tour
Tay Ho, Hanoi
Discover Hanoi's hidden corners on a Vespa tour and guided food tour. Ride through the Old Quarter, explore Banana Island, and savor Vietnamese cuisine with tastings.
Highlights
- Explore Hanoi's hidden corners and contrasts on a Vespa tour
- Ride through the Old Quarter, French Quarter, and Long Bien Bridge
- Walk through the lush Banana Island and meet a local couple
- Savor Vietnamese cuisine on a guided food tour with tastings
- Discover vibrant markets, hidden alleys, and scenic lakes
Description
Morning part
Begin your day with a Vespa tour through Hanoi's backstreets. Ride through the Old Quarter, French Quarter, Long Bien Historic Bridge, the Guinness World Record ceramic mosaic wall, West Lake, and B52 Lake.
Explore the “living museum” of the flea market and Nguyen Cong Tru old apartment complex, reflecting Hanoi’s subsidy era of 50-60 years ago. Walk 1.5 km through the lush Banana Island, meet a charming 86-year-old local couple in a simple floating house, and weave through the zigzag alleys of Ngoc Ha village and the vibrant train street.
Conclude your journey with a cozy lunch showcasing the quintessence of Vietnamese cuisine before returning to your hotel.
Afternoon free at leisure.
Evening part
In the evening, embark on a 3.5-hour immersive journey that combines walking and taxi transfers, guiding you beyond the tourist trails through vibrant markets, hidden Old Quarter alleys, colonial streets, and scenic lakes.
Along the way, savor carefully selected dishes that capture the true essence of Vietnamese gastronomy, prepared with strict attention to quality and hygiene.
After the itinerary briefing, take a walk or car transfer to the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Experience the bustling streets with mega scooters, motorcycles, and cars. Get a glimpse into daily life when you stroll along the food and wet market, observing the native people sell and buy food after work.
Taste some Nem (spring roll), Banh Tom (shrimp cake), and Thit Xien Nuong (BBQ pork and onion on a bamboo stick). Continue walking deeply into the Old Town, stopping in a street next to the Saint Joseph Cathedral.
This is a wonderful opportunity to taste different types of Vietnamese food, including Banh Mi (Vietnamese sandwich), Nem Nuong (grilled pork, salad, carrot, pineapple, fresh noodle), Pho Ga (chicken noodle soup), Bun Cha (BBQ pork, rice noodle, fish sauce, salad, garlic), or Mien Luon (deep-fried eel, soup, noodles, burnt onion, and laksa leaves).
From the Old Quarter of Hanoi, take a taxi to John McCain Lake, West Lake, and Ngu Xa Village. Continue the food tour in a Pho Cuon restaurant. Taste Pho Cuon (steamed rice paper rolls with beef, salad, and coriander).
Savor like a true local by sitting in a Bia Hoi station (Hanoi Authentic Fresh Beer) or a local cafe, dating back to 1946, where you can try the best Hanoi specialties, Ca Phe Trung (egg coffee) and sunflower seed.
Includes
- Vespa tour through Hanoi's Old Quarter, French Quarter, Long Bien Historic Bridge, and more
- Visit to Banana Island and Ngoc Ha village
- Lunch showcasing Vietnamese cuisine
- Evening food tour with selected Vietnamese dishes
- Visit to John McCain Lake, West Lake, and Ngu Xa Village
- Taste of Hanoi Authentic Fresh Beer and egg coffee
Excludes
Tips and personal expenses
Important Information
- The tour involves walking and riding a Vespa, so comfortable shoes are recommended Cash may be needed for personal purchases during the tour The tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
