A Glimpse of Hoi An & Countryside by Vespa 2026 (2.5 Hours)

Tour Information & Itinerary

A Glimpse of Hoi An & Countryside is a 2.5-hour taster tour on the back of a vintage Vespa, with an experienced driver and an English-speaking guide. In one short ride you see Hoi An town and its riverside – with a photo stop near the Japanese Covered Bridge – and the rice fields and village lanes just outside town. US$53 per person, with hotel pick-up included and a start time that fits your day.

Good to know (October 2026): this is a short sightseeing ride without meals or workshop visits. The exact stops depend on the time of day, the season and traffic in the Old Town, where scooters are restricted at certain hours. Tour code VTE-HA88.

Tour at a Glance

Tour code	VTE-HA88
Duration	About 2.5 hours
Route	Your hotel – a short ride around Hoi An town and the riverside, with a photo stop near the Japanese Covered Bridge – out to the rice fields and village lanes just outside town – your hotel (exact stops depend on the time of day and traffic)
Tour style	A short taster ride as a passenger on a vintage Vespa with an experienced driver and an English-speaking guide
Departure	Daily – start time on request
Pick-up / drop-off	Free from hotels in central Hoi An
Meals	Not included – this is a short sightseeing ride; cold water provided
Activity level	Easy
Best for	Travellers short on time who want a first look at both Hoi An town and the countryside
Guide language	English (other languages on request)
Price	US$53 per person

Tour Highlights

1. Hoi An Town and the Riverside

Ride along the Thu Bon River and the streets around the Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, with its yellow merchant houses, assembly halls and lanterns.

2. Photo Stop near the Japanese Covered Bridge

Stop for photos near the Japanese Covered Bridge, Hoi An’s best-known landmark, built by the Japanese trading community around the early 17th century and reopened after restoration in 2024.

3. Rice Fields and Village Lanes

Leave town for the green rice fields and quiet lanes just outside Hoi An, where your guide explains how farming and fishing families live today.

4. A Taste of Vespa Life

If you are unsure about a longer ride, this is the easy way to try it – many guests then book the Hoi An Vespa Night Street Food Tour or a countryside tour.

Who This Tour Is For – and Who Should Choose Another

Ideal for: travellers with only a morning or afternoon free, first-timers on a scooter and families who want a short, easy ride.

Consider another option if:

You want crafts, farmers and lunch – choose the Hoi An Vespa Countryside Morning Tour or Hoi An Vespa Countryside Afternoon Tour.
You want food – choose the Hoi An Vespa Night Street Food Tour.
You are pregnant or have back or neck problems – a scooter ride is not recommended.

A Glimpse of Hoi An Price

The price is per person in US dollars, including the Vespa, driver and guide.

Option	Price per person	What it means
Glimpse of Hoi An (2.5 hours)	US$53	One guest per Vespa with an experienced driver; English-speaking guide; ask us about a private departure

Price is per person in US dollars (USD) for the 2026–2027 season.
Included: hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Hoi An, vintage Vespa with fuel and an experienced driver, full-face helmet, rain poncho if needed, English-speaking guide and cold water.
Tour code: VTE-HA88 – please quote it when you book.
Travelling with children? Ask us about child prices and minimum age when you enquire.

Send us your date, preferred start time and number of travellers to check availability and book.

Why Book Direct with Vietnam Tour Expert

Local team: we confirm your date, pick-up time and any dietary needs with the Vespa team in Hoi An before the day.
Local price, best price guarantee: no online-agency commission. If you find the same tour with the same services for less, send us the quote and we will review it and match the price.
One trip, one contact: we can add hotels, transfers, Hue, Da Nang, Halong Bay and the rest of Vietnam to the same plan.
Fast replies: we usually answer within 24 hours, and you can reach us on WhatsApp on +84 88 626 1368.

Customise This Tour

Add a coffee stop: try Vietnamese coffee in a village café.
Golden hour: start in the late afternoon for the best light over the rice fields.
Make it longer: upgrade to the Hoi An Vespa Countryside Morning Tour with crafts and lunch.
Private departure: ask us for a private glimpse tour with your own guide.

Tell us what you would like to change and we will send a tailored plan.

Compare Similar Tours

Tour	Duration	Main stops	From
A Glimpse of Hoi An & Countryside by Vintage Vespa (this tour)	2.5 hours	A quick look at Hoi An town and the rice fields and lanes just outside it	US$53
Hoi An Vespa Countryside Afternoon Tour	About 4 hours (afternoon)	Lunch first, Thu Bon River, fish market, rice paddies, rice cracker village, mat weaving, sunset	US$73
Hoi An Vespa Countryside Morning Tour	5 hours (morning)	Rice fields, rice paper making, mat weaving, fish farms, boat builders, bamboo bridge, lunch	US$83
Hoi An Vespa Night Street Food Tour	4 hours (17:30–21:30)	Bánh mì, cao lầu, bánh bèo, an old pagoda, rice fields at sunset, bánh khọt, riverside dinner	US$87

Local Expert Notes by Jimmy

Best times: early morning or late afternoon – cooler, softer light and fewer crowds in town.
Old Town ticket: visitors walking into the Old Town need an entrance ticket (VND 120,000 for international visitors in 2026); this short ride stays mainly outside the ticketed streets.
Wear closed shoes and bring sunglasses and sunscreen.
Weather: February to April is the most pleasant time to ride; May to August is hot, so morning and late-afternoon tours are more comfortable; from October to December heavy rain and floods are possible, and tours may be moved to another day.
New addresses: since 1 July 2025 Hoi An and My Son are part of Da Nang city after the merger with the former Quang Nam province, so you may see “Da Nang” on hotel and ticket addresses.

More planning help: Hoi An travel guide, Hoi An travel tips, where to stay in Hoi An, Hoi An food guide and Hoi An transportation.

Ready for a first look? Send us an inquiry with your date and number of travellers – we usually reply within 24 hours.

Updated 24 October 2026 · By Jimmy, Vietnam Tour Expert

Day by day itinerary

About A Glimpse of Hoi An & Countryside

This 2.5-hour taster tour shows both sides of Hoi An – the historic town and the rice fields around it – from the back of a vintage Vespa, with an experienced driver and an English-speaking guide.

Brief itinerary

Pick-up – Hoi An town and riverside
Photo stop near the Japanese Covered Bridge
Rice fields and village lanes – back to your hotel

A Glimpse of Hoi An and Countryside by Vintage Vespa: Town, Riverside and Rice Fields (2.5 Hours)

Meals: not included · Overnight: No overnight

Time: about 2.5 hours, start time on request.

Pick-up: your driver collects you from your hotel in central Hoi An.

Town and riverside: ride along the Thu Bon River and the streets around the Old Town.

Japanese Covered Bridge: stop for photos near Hoi An’s most famous landmark.

Countryside: ride out to the rice fields and village lanes just outside town, then return to your hotel.

Inclusions

Meals

Not included

Transport

Vintage Vespa with driver

Accommodation

No overnight

Tour Inclusions

Free hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Hoi An
Vintage Vespa with fuel and an experienced driver (one guest per scooter)
Full-face helmet, and rain poncho if needed
English-speaking guide
Cold water

Tour Exclusions

Food and drinks
Old Town entrance ticket if you choose to walk into the ticketed area
Tips for drivers and guide (appreciated)
Personal expenses

Tour Price

Tour code: VTE-HA88

Option	Price per person
Glimpse of Hoi An (2.5 hours)	US$53

Prices are per person in US dollars (USD) for the 2026–2027 season.
Included: hotel pick-up and drop-off, vintage Vespa with fuel and driver, full-face helmet, English-speaking guide and cold water.
Private departure available on request.
Travelling with children? Ask us about child prices when you enquire.

Ready to book? Send us your date, number of travellers and the tour code VTE-HA88 to confirm availability.

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FAQs about A Glimpse of Hoi An & Countryside by Vintage Vespa

1. How long is the Glimpse of Hoi An tour?

About 2.5 hours, including hotel pick-up and drop-off.

2. How much does it cost?

US$53 per person, including the Vespa, driver, guide and cold water.

3. What will I see?

Hoi An town and the Thu Bon riverside, a photo stop near the Japanese Covered Bridge, and the rice fields and village lanes just outside town.

4. Are meals included?

No. It is a short sightseeing ride. Ask us if you would like to add a coffee or snack stop.

5. What time does it start?

Every day, at a time that suits you. Early morning and late afternoon are the most comfortable and have the best light.

6. Do I drive the Vespa myself?

No. You ride as a passenger behind an experienced driver, one guest per scooter.

7. Is it good for first-timers on a scooter?

Yes. It is short and easy, and the drivers go slowly – a good way to see whether you would enjoy a longer Vespa tour.

8. Does the tour go inside the houses and halls of the Old Town?

No. For the old houses and assembly halls, walk the Old Town with a ticket – see our Hoi An Ancient Town guide.

9. Is the Japanese Covered Bridge open?

Yes. It reopened in 2024 after a major restoration.

10. Can I book it as a private tour?

Yes. Ask us for a private departure with your own guide.

11. Where does the tour start?

At your hotel in central Hoi An. Pick-up and drop-off are free.

12. Can children join?

Usually yes, if they can sit safely behind a driver and wear a helmet. Ask us about the minimum age and child prices.

13. What happens if it rains?

Tours run in normal rain with ponchos. During floods or storms (most likely October to December) we move your tour to another time where possible.

14. How do I book this tour?

Send your date, start time, number of travellers, hotel and the tour code VTE-HA88 through the Tour Inquiry form or WhatsApp on +84 88 626 1368. We usually reply within 24 hours.

Tour at a Glance