Hanoi Rustic Life Experience by Vintage Vespa - Half Day

9:00: Our Vespas riders will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and take you to a local café with a view overlooking Hanoi Cathedral. Enjoy a welcome drink while your guide briefs you on the itinerary and safety.

9:15: Cruise through some of the most beautiful tree-lined avenues and colonial streets before reaching a hidden market. Take a leisurely stroll, observe locals picking up their daily groceries, and let our guide introduce you to some special foods, giving you a deeper insight into Vietnamese cuisine. Explore the Hanoi train track, offering a glimpse into the rustic life of people living alongside the railway.

9:30: Ride to sites connected to the December 1972 bombing of Hanoi, particularly the B52 lake where you can see the remnants of a US aircraft.

10:30: Depart from the bustling streets and arrive at some of the most romantic roads in Hanoi. Make a pit stop to visit a 900-year-old pagoda, where you'll learn about Buddhism in Vietnam and the traditions of ancestor worship among the Vietnamese.

11:00: Drive to the Thanh Cong apartment buildings area, taking a casual stroll or drive past our delightful flower and bonsai market.

11:15: Walk to get a behind-the-scenes look at Hanoi’s old apartment buildings and their unique "rooms built in the air." Find a seat in a small, dim sidewalk shop, meet and interact with an enthusiastic musician, and enjoy some lovely performances.

11:45: Drive to a local restaurant where you can savor “Bún chả” - rice noodles served with BBQ pork and seafood spring rolls, accompanied by dipping sauce with young papaya and various spices for lunch.

12:15: Return to the hotel.

12:30: End of the tour.