Hanoi Vespa City Tour – Train Street & Banana Island Experience
Overview
Experience the magic of Hanoi from the back of a vintage Vespa — the most thrilling and authentic way to explore Vietnam’s thousand-year-old capital. Each guest rides as a passenger with a professional Vespa driver, guided by an experienced English-speaking local guide.
This 4-hour tour is a perfect mix of city highlights, hidden alleys, local culture, and countryside charm. From historic French architecture to lush Banana Island and the iconic Train Street, you’ll discover sides of Hanoi that few tourists ever see.
Tour Highlights
- 🛵 Ride a classic Vespa through Hanoi’s vibrant streets and quiet backroads
- 🌉 Cross the historic Long Biên Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel
- 🌾 Explore Banana Island — a rural escape hidden inside the city
- 🏡 Visit a local farmer’s home, taste fruits, snacks, and local “happy water”
- 🛕 See spiritual landmarks like Trấn Quốc Pagoda and B-52 Lake
- ☕ Enjoy egg coffee at a café right on Train Street — and watch the train rush by!
- 🍜 Savor authentic Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant
Tour Itinerary
Your adventure begins as our Vespa team picks you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. After a quick safety briefing and helmet fitting, hop on the back of your stylish vintage Vespa and cruise through:
- French Quarter – Pass St. Joseph’s Cathedral and the elegant Hanoi Opera House, icons of French colonial architecture.
- Long Biên Bridge – Ride across this historic steel bridge with views of the Red River and Hanoi skyline.
- Banana Island – A peaceful, green oasis where you’ll visit a local farmer’s house, sample seasonal fruits, traditional sweets, and even a shot of homemade rice wine.
- Trấn Quốc Pagoda – Hanoi’s oldest pagoda on West Lake, offering a moment of calm and reflection.
- B-52 Lake – A small, quiet lake where the wreckage of a downed U.S. bomber remains as a symbol of history.
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Area – Ride past Vietnam’s political center and learn about its revolutionary past.
- Train Street – Stop for a drink at a cozy café just inches from the train tracks. Savor a cup of Hanoi’s legendary Egg Coffee as the train roars by – a truly unforgettable moment.
- Local Restaurant – Sit down to a delicious meal featuring authentic Vietnamese dishes before returning to your hotel.
Tour Route
St. Joseph’s Cathedral – Hanoi Opera House – Long Biên Bridge – Banana Island – Farmer’s House – Trấn Quốc Pagoda – B-52 Lake – Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum – Train Street
Tour Information
- ⏳ Duration: 4 hours
- 🕒 Departure Times:
– Morning: 8:00 AM
– Afternoon: 12:30 PM
– Evening: 5:00 PM - 🚘 Pick-up/Drop-off: Included for hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter
- 👥 Group Size: Small group (private option available)
- 🧑🏍 Each guest rides as a passenger with a trained Vespa driver
- 🗣️ Guide: Friendly English-speaking local guide
What’s Included
- Roundtrip hotel transfer (Old Quarter only)
- Vintage Vespa scooter + experienced driver
- English-speaking guide
- Helmet & rain poncho (if needed)
- All entrance fees
- Local meal at authentic Vietnamese restaurant
- Visit to Banana Island & farmer’s house (with tastings)
- Egg coffee at Train Street café
- Bottled water during the tour
What’s Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Tips for driver or guide (optional)
If you’re looking for a fun, insightful, and unforgettable way to experience Hanoi, this Vespa city tour is it — full of life, history, hidden beauty, and the best street-side views in the city.
🛵 Book your seat now. Ride like a local. Feel the real Hanoi with Vietroam.
