Hanoi Vespa Tours: Hanoi Vintage Vespa Food Tours

This tour is a paradise for food enthusiasts, so be sure to arrive with a big appetite because a plethora of delicious drinks and exotic cuisine are waiting for us. We'll have the opportunity to relish the most authentic dishes in the bustling streets that are beloved by the locals for socializing with their friends and family.

Meet our guide and drivers from Asia Motorbike Adventures at your hotel. Our knowledgeable guide will provide a safety briefing to ensure a smooth and enjoyable ride on our vintage Vespa. They will cover everything from the easiest way to get on the Vespa to how to sit comfortably, as well as simple signals to use when necessary. Additionally, our guide will go through the detailed itinerary and ask if there are any special food requirements.

Once everyone and everything is ready, we're off to explore the streets of Hanoi!

Our tour begins with a visit to a family-owned eatery that is renowned for its steam rolled cake, Banh cuon, which is considered by many to be the best in town. After that, we will make our way to a 45-year-old restaurant that specializes in Bun cha, a local dish featuring grilled pork with vermicelli noodles, as well as Banh goi, a type of pillow cake, and a variety of fresh and fried spring rolls.

After indulging in the local cuisine, we will meander through the charming streets of the old quarter, admiring the vibrant lanterns and decorative lights sold by the vendors. Our ride will take us to the Red River, providing us with an enchanting view of the illuminated city on both sides. Riding along the narrow streets, we will reach a local BBQ seafood restaurant, where we can savor the taste of freshly caught and cooked seafood from the bounty of the sea.

Our expert team of drivers and guides will take us on a thrilling ride to West Lake, where we'll have the opportunity to capture some stunning night-time photos. As we ride, we'll witness the guards marching out to the sounds of ceremonious music to take down the flag at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. This daily event is a testament to the immense respect the locals have for this iconic figure in Vietnamese history.

Next on our itinerary, we make a stop at a hidden gem - a local café that has been serving its signature Egg Coffee since 1946. Here, we'll have the opportunity to indulge in one of the best cups of coffee in Hanoi, and savor the flavors of this unique and beloved beverage. This marks the perfect end to our exciting and delicious food tour on Vintage Vespa, leaving us with memories to cherish forever.

The second leg of our Hanoi City Insight Vintage Tours takes you away from the city’s rush and bustle and into the quieter, more contemplative side of Hanoi around the West Lake’s shoreline, where you may cool off in the cool wind before returning to the small lanes that lead to the famed Reunification Train Street. We will stop by a local family and get the opportunity to speak with the owner, who is a war veteran, about his fascinating anecdotes about our country, from his boyhood to current Vietnam and its legacy, as well as learn more about Vietnamese culture and customs.