Senses of Hanoi

Senses of Hanoi

  • City Highlights
  • Hanoi

3.5

hours

  • Transportation

    E-motorbike
  • Time of Day

    Morning | Afternoon
  • Group Size

    10
Overview

Morning: 08:30 – 12:00 | Afternoon: 13:30 – 17:00

Your ride kicks off at the stunning Ha Noi Opera House, one of the city’s most iconic examples of French architecture, centrally located in the elegant French Quarter. 

From there, we cruise to the legendary Long Bien Bridge, Ha Noi’s most iconic crossing and a silent witness to over a century of history.

We then explore the lush Banana Gardens on the Red River’s Bai Giua Island, an expansive plantation where small boats double as homes for hardworking local families. While there, we fuel up with a refreshing glass of Nước Mía, a sugarcane juice drink.

We’ll then roll into the West Lake area, a serene lake and upscale neighborhood where you can see the fascinating contrasts between the traditional & modern-day Ha Noi. A tasty local favourite is served up for us on the street side: Bò Bía, fresh spring rolls with sausage & herbs. 

We jump back on electric motorbikes for a scenic ride past the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, an imposing marble memorial and the resting place of Vietnam’s most admired leader.

Now it’s time to slip into the city’s maze of hidden alleys and backstreets, where only scooters can navigate and where you’ll get a close-up look at Hanoians' homes and daily life. 

On the way out, we take a short stroll around a small neighbourhood market, where your KIX host will show you an array of exotic seasonal fruits. Choose your favourites to taste as we take a break for Bánh Rán, a fried sticky rice cake. 

Finally, we pull up at the world-famous Train Street Café, a must when visiting Ha Noi. Grab a coffee or a beer, sit back, and experience the thrill of a train rushing past just a few feet from your seat.

 

Highlights:
  • Cross the legendary Long Biên Bridge, a century-old icon of Hanoi
  • Explore a lush banana plantation on a peaceful island in the Red River
  • Zip through hidden backstreets and alleys where only electric motorbike can go
  • Feel the rush as a train barrels past just feet from your table at Train Street Café
  • Sip sugarcane juice and sample street-side favorites like fresh spring rolls and Bánh Rán at a local market

Itinerary

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Our driver picks you up at your hotel lobby. We start your Hanoi adventure right from your doorstep.

We kick off at this stunning French colonial building. Snap a photo of its grand architecture before we hit the road.

We cruise over this historic century-old bridge. It offers great views and a real sense of Hanoi's past.

We explore a lush plantation on the river. Local families live on small boats here, and we stop for a glass of fresh sugarcane juice.

We ride around this peaceful upscale lake. Then we pull over for Bò Bía, tasty fresh spring rolls with sausage and herbs.

We pass by this massive marble memorial. It preserves the embalmed body of President Ho Chi Minh, the beloved father of Vietnam.

We slip into narrow alleys where only electric motorbike fit. You get a close look at local houses and everyday Hanoi life.

We walk through a small neighborhood market. Your host shows you exotic fruits, and we take a break for banh ran, a fried sticky rice cake.

We end at the famous Train Street. Grab a coffee or a beer and watch a train rush by just feet away from your seat.

We take you back to your hotel after a full half-day of sights and flavors. You finish with great stories and a full camera roll.

Tour Includes
  • Local English-speaking KIX tour host
  • Electric motorbike with dedicated professional driver
  • Helmets and rain ponchos provided
  • All sightseeing entrance fees
  • Refreshments (cold water, local coffee, soft drinks)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (In-town)
  • Tour insurance
  • Local snacks and tastings along tour route

Frequently Ask Questions

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On the Senses of Hanoi tour, we'll pass by the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and take in this important landmark from the outside. The mausoleum has specific visiting hours and strict entry requirements, so going inside isn't part of the tour. Your KIX host will share some interesting stories about the site and its place in Vietnamese history along the way.

We’ll take you to Train Street Café to experience the unique atmosphere and, when the train schedule lines up with our visit, watch the train pass just a few feet away. If the train doesn’t pass during our visit, don’t worry! The train is only one part of the experience. Sitting at a local café, feeling the energy of the neighbourhood and watching everyday life unfold along the tracks is an experience in itself. 

On the Senses of Hanoi tour, both options follow the same overall route and experiences, but the atmosphere is a little different. The morning is cooler and more relaxed, while the afternoon offers warmer light and a livelier city atmosphere. If you prefer cooler weather and a fresh start, go for the morning. If you love golden light and Hanoi coming alive, choose the afternoon.

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