Scooter Day Tour | Discover Hanoi Inner City And Handicraft Village (With Mutiple Language Tour Guide)
- Visit must-see historical highlights of Hanoi such as Old Quarter, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Train Street
- Explore the less touristy parts and taste local dishes of Hanoi
- Adventure to the handicraft village of Bat Trang Pottery
- Visit Red River Delta Co Loa Ancient Citadel of Vietnam in 3rd Century
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The Hanoi full-day scooter tour, which includes inner city exploration and a visit to a handicraft village, is worth experiencing as it offers a four-session itinerary for exploring Hanoi. This tour allows you to discover the city's famous historical highlights and experience different slices of life behind the scenes while enjoying local food. Additionally, you have the opportunity to visit a handicraft village and try your hand at making pottery in Bat Trang, or explore the ancient citadel of Co Loa, which dates back to the 3rd century.
- Start time: 8:30 am
- Pick-up point: hotel in the Old Quarter
About 8.30 am, our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter to begin our adventure!
The first part of our Hanoi scooter tour, we pass by & stop at the MUST-SEE places of our beautiful city such as the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum-the Mecca of the Vietnamese, the 1000-year-old Buddhist and Taoist Temples of Tran Quoc, B52 lake,...
The second part of our Hanoi scooter tours, we expose you the REAL HANOI with a day in the life experiences, featured with the less known parts of the city with slices of life in the maze of backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools,...
The last part of our tour morning is the food! We have lunch with local street stalls where local people make Bun Cha, Banh Cuon, Pho Ga, Pho Bo,...
In the afternoon, you can choose to visit the ceramic village of Bat Trang and learn about the daily lives of the villagers in this 700-year-old ceramic village. You can also try your hand at designing your own ceramic bowl or tea cup
Alternatively, you can opt for the second choice of visiting the Co Loa Ancient Citadel of the Au Lac Kingdom. This citadel dates back to the 3rd century BC and is considered the oldest citadel in Vietnam. While there, you can take a leisurely stroll around the village, visit a local bonsai garden, chat with the friendly locals, and savor the aroma of lotus tea at a local tea house, just like the locals do
Purchase Notice
- Please be noted that this is a shared tour, where you will be departing with other passengers.
- Minimum 2 people for departure
- You will join the program with a Tour Guide in your required language
- The guide picks you up at your hotel to start the tour, you will go with 1 private guide
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Holiday surcharge will be collected directly by the operator on the service using day
FAQ
Foreigners are generally allowed to ride scooters in Vietnam if they possess a valid international driving permit that is recognized by Vietnamese law, along with their national driving license. However, for guided scooter tours, participants often ride as passengers with experienced local drivers for safety and to fully enjoy the sightseeing. It is recommended to confirm the specific arrangements with the tour operator regarding self-driving or riding as a passenger to ensure compliance and a comfortable experience.
The Hanoi scooter day tour typically includes transportation via scooter with a local guide, who also provides commentary in multiple languages. It covers visits to historical sites like the Old Quarter, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Train Street, and the Bat Trang Pottery handicraft village. The tour often incorporates opportunities to taste local dishes and explore less touristy areas, providing an immersive cultural experience. Booking through KKday offers convenience and access to well-planned itineraries with expert local guides, ensuring a smooth and enriching exploration of Hanoi's highlights and hidden gems.
During a Hanoi scooter tour, you can visit significant historical highlights within the Inner City. These include the bustling Old Quarter with its ancient streets and traditional trade, the serene Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake, which is one of the oldest pagodas in Hanoi, and the unique Train Street, famous for trains passing mere inches from residential homes. These sites offer a deep dive into Hanoi's rich history and vibrant daily life.
The Hanoi scooter day tour includes an adventure to Bat Trang Pottery Village, a renowned handicraft village. Here, visitors can witness traditional pottery-making techniques passed down through generations. You can explore workshops, observe artisans at work, and even try your hand at shaping clay to create your own ceramic souvenirs. The village also offers opportunities to purchase unique handmade pottery products directly from the local craftsmen, showcasing their artistry.
A multi-language tour guide significantly enhances the Hanoi scooter tour experience by providing rich cultural insights and historical context for each site visited. The guide facilitates interaction with locals, helps navigate the bustling city, and ensures a smooth, safe journey. Their ability to communicate in various languages allows for deeper understanding and appreciation of Hanoi's unique heritage and lifestyle, transforming a simple ride into an informative and engaging discovery of the city's hidden stories.
The Hanoi scooter day tour takes you beyond typical tourist paths to discover authentic local dishes and less-explored areas. You can sample various traditional Vietnamese street foods, such as Bún chả or Phở, at eateries favored by locals. The tour also ventures into charming, quieter neighborhoods, revealing hidden temples, local markets, and daily life away from the main attractions, offering a more genuine glimpse into Hanoi's culture and culinary scene.
The Co Loa Ancient Citadel, located in the Red River Delta, is a site of immense historical significance in Vietnam, dating back to the 3rd century BCE. It served as the capital of Âu Lạc and was the center of an ancient Vietnamese state. The citadel is famous for its unique spiral-shaped ramparts and fortifications, reflecting sophisticated ancient military engineering. Visiting Co Loa offers a fascinating insight into Vietnam's early nation-building and legendary tales, showcasing its rich past.
A single day scooter tour in Hanoi is designed to efficiently cover significant ground, including a comprehensive exploration of the Old Quarter's 36 streets, each historically dedicated to a specific trade. You can expect to visit several key landmarks like Tran Quoc Pagoda and Train Street. The scooter allows for easy navigation through the city's vibrant streets, maximizing sightseeing opportunities and providing a dynamic perspective of Hanoi's essential attractions and bustling daily life within a single day.
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