Hanoi Vespa Tours: Food + Culture + Fun on Army Vespa
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Hanoi FOOD, CULTURE, SIGHT & FUN on Army-Style Vespa is an exciting way to immerse yourself in the sights, smells, and tastes of Hanoi. It’s truly the best way to discover and understand the authentic Hanoi beyond just the tourist spots.
We will guide you through numerous areas of Hanoi that you might not see or even imagine otherwise, from the maze of winding backstreets to the hidden Red River Countryside and iconic Train Street. Tasting some of the most delicious dishes the city has to offer. Additionally, we’ll pass by and check off many of the city’s famous landmarks, such as the stunning French boulevards, the hectic Old Quarter, the charming Westlake and Truc Bach Lake, the famous Long Bien Bridge, the Opera House, Ba Dinh Square, and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Explore The Backstreets of Hanoi – 1.5 Hours Your journey begins where few tourists ever venture. Hop on a Vespa and ride through the hidden maze of backstreets, narrow alleys, and bustling local markets that pulse with the real rhythm of Hanoi. Witness the REAL Hanoi behind the scenes, featuring the good, the bad, and the weird sides of the city, all at close range. Immerse yourself in the Living Museum of Hanoi, where local people live and work. Meet locals in their daily lives, from street vendors to artisans, from families to school students, or discover local markets, temples, playgrounds, and random cafés. This is more than sightseeing: it’s about building genuine connections and experiencing the city with all your senses: touching, watching, hearing, tasting, smelling and feeling the city as it truly is.
Ba Dinh Square
Hanoi City’s Highlights – 1 Hour Shift gears to the heart of the capital as your Jeep cruises through time, from ancient temples to French colonial boulevards and modern landmarks. Drive through the Old Quarter and French Quarter, absorbing the vibrant contrast of old-world charm and modern development. Stop for photo opportunities at iconic sites such as: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Presidential Palace & Ba Dinh Square, Mistry Of Foreign Affair and French Quarter. West Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda, Old Royal Citadel. We pass by the famous city landmarks such as French Quarter, Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Presidential Palace, Train Street, Tran Quoc temple, Hoan Kiem lake, West lake, , Long Bien bridge, Opera house.
What‘s Included
All authentic local FOOD & DRINKS
Pick up and drop off
Bottled water
English speaking guide
Classic Vespa
Experienced driver
Helmet & rain poncho
Gratuities
Pickup points
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Options
Small Group - All Year
Small Group
Duration: 4 hours 10 minutes
Lunch or Dinner : all food and drinks are included
City & Countryside
Vintage Vespa & Classico
Pickup included
Reviews
280 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fun and informative experience!
niharika g1911,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is a good way to familiarize with Hanoi. Our guide, Hai was really funny and informative. He answered all our questions about vietnamese history, culture and people. The vespa ride was a fun experience, going through the alleyways and witnessing the local life. Definitely a must on the first day in Hanoi!
Rode around Hanoi on a Vespa tour
804hollyf,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went on a Vespa tour through Hanoi. Our Tour guide Tuna was fantastic! Great experience, got to experience the real Hanoi. Would do it again!!
The greatest experience of my trip.
X675MMmickd,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tuna and the team were brilliant. This is the greatest thing I have ever done. An authentic experience with some great people. Highly recommend this to everyone.
Vespa Ride around Hanoi
D2379ZAemilyd,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went on a Vespa tour around Hanoi. Amazing experience! Tour guide Tuna was fantastic! Definitely recommended this tour to anyone wanting to experience the true culture of Hanoi.
Tuna the best!
kiak166,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tuna was a fantastic wealth of local knowledge. The drivers were very road aware and skilled at getting us through the tricky maze of alleys. Overall a fantastic experience that I’d recommend to any and every body!
Hanoi vesper tour
thomasdF8088GI,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tuna and the drivers were fantastic. Best way to experience Hanoi. Learnt so much and had lots of laughs. 100% recommend.
Hanoi Vespa Food Tour
Coastal68076747243,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding Vespa tour with Kai and Manh. We were a little nervous about signing up as traffic is crazy in Hanoi but felt completely safe once tour started. Excellent lunch. Very informative and Train Street was also a highlight. Highly recommend.
Hanoi lights at night beaten only by the food and the guide!
MartinM7975,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing night with great food , beautiful sites and interesting information. Friendly and safe drivers and as a big unit (6 ft 2 and 130kg they were able to take me easy as)
Great food tour of Hanoi.
Dean Funes,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience. We were only in Hanoi for 3 nights and did this tour on the first night. Fantastic food, drinks and company. Aptly named Tuna served up a great selection of local treats and it was a great buzz riding in the Hanoi traffic. My wife and I and our 3 teenage boys loved the evening. Would happily say this was one of the best experiences we done as a family.
Amazing and very memorable foodie tour
gaynorg2026,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time doing the Hanoi Foodies Tour with Tuna, David and Ken. We did it with our 3 sons who are 16, 13 and 10 and it fully entertained everybody. We were a bit nervous about being on the back of motorbikes but our drivers were very careful and made it really fun. The food at every stop was delicious and plentiful. Top tip, make sure you are really hungry before you go. This was truly one of the most memorable tours we have ever done and it introduced us so well to the food scene in Hanoi.
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