Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside
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Is Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside worth booking?
Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside is a 4.5-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $59 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 356 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (356)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Join us for a half-day bicycle tour through Hanoi's countryside for a truly unique experience. Pedal along the scenic Red River and take in the tranquil surroundings of Northern Vietnam at your own leisurely pace. Immers
What you get
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
- Use of bicycle
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
Join us for a half-day bicycle tour through Hanoi's countryside for a truly unique experience. Pedal along the scenic Red River and take in the tranquil surroundings of Northern Vietnam at your own leisurely pace. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of authentic local markets and gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam's rich historical past. Cross the legendary Long Bien bridge and witness the harmonious contrast between city and rural life in Hanoi. Meet the locals and explore a traditional 200-year-old house and privately owned Bonsai gardens, which belong to a war veteran. Learn about their daily life and chat over a cup of tea, providing an opportunity to experience different aspects of life and gain insight into the local culture.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
- Use of bicycle
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
What you'll see and do
At either 8:00AM or 13:00, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby and take you to our bicycle store to select suitable bikes. After getting comfortable with your bicycle and hearing a safety briefing, we will begin our ride. Our first stop is the Long Bien Bridge, the oldest bridge in Hanoi, built over 100 years ago during French colonial times. From here, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Red River, watch boats float underneath, and observe green vegetable farms on the island.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Dong Ahn
We will begin by cycling along the banks of the Red River, enjoying the stunning natural beauty of Vietnam's countryside and observing farmers cultivating their lands. Our journey will take us to a local family that specializes in the art of bonsai, where we can learn about this intricate craft and admire their stunning plant creations. Next, we will continue our cycling tour to a local wet market and we will then take a break at lotus lake, where we can quench our thirst with refreshing sugarcane juice or other local beverages. We will continue cycling along dirt roads and through rural villages until we reach the Co Loa Ancient Citadel. This historic site was constructed in 200 BC and played an important role in Vietnam's history of establishing and defending the country against foreign invaders, specifically Thuc Phan An Duong Vuong.
30 minutes here
Hồ Truc Bạch
Following our cycling tour and visit to the Co Loa Ancient Citadel, we will head to a local restaurant where you can indulge in the delicious cuisine of Hanoi. After satisfying our appetites, we will have the opportunity to try a unique beverage known as Egg Coffee, which will provide a caffeine fix and a taste of local culture.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Following that, we will ride our bikes to a local wet market and taste some tropical fruits. We take a break at lotus lake to fill our thirst with sugarcane juice or some local fresh drinks.Keep cycling through dirt roads and rural villages until we arrived at Co Loa Ancient Citadel which was built in 200 BC to learn about Vietnam’s tradition of establishing and defending the country against foreign invaders of Thuc Phan An Duong Vuong.After that we will visit Hoi Phu village, which is well-known for producing broomsticks, a popular traditional craft in the Red River delta. Guests will observe talented broom makers as they create functional and beautiful broomsticks out of broom grass.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Continue we ride to the countryside along the Red River’s banks to take in the stunning beauty of Vietnam’s countryside and see farmers cultivating their lands. We’ll make a visit to a local family making bonsai to learn about this intricate art form and admire some of the stunning plant creations. This is a wonderful way to learn more about local daily life and tradition, our guide will assist us to chat with them as a translator.
45 minutes here
Long Bien Bridge
Then we’ll head out for our ride!First we cross the Red river by Long Bien bridge – the oldest one in Hanoi built over 100
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
We ONLY pick up and drop off from your hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter otherwise our meeting point is: In front of Hanoi Opera House by the concrete steps.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
We ONLY pick up and drop off from your hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter otherwise our meeting point is: In front of Hanoi Opera House by the concrete steps.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- BIKE TOURS HANOI
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 356 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
356 verified traveler reviews for Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Best cycle tour of Hanoi
What a great experience! Jinny and Thoung were excellent guides throughout. I got very lucky, I was the only person to book! So I had a private tour, and a very fun day. Thank you!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for travelling with us and giving nice compliments about our company. We are delighted to hear that you had a great time with our team. We also appreciate you taking the time to provide us with such positive feedback about our service. If you require any assistance, or to make a booking please contact us via Email: info@biketourshanoi.com 24/7 hotline or Whatsapp +84-98-241-6518
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour out of the city
Excellent tour, we really enjoyed getting into the countryside. Our guides Hoa, An and Thuong were careful and attentive, especially in the parts when we cycled in the traffic in Hanoi and we felt very safe with them. Highlights included the bonsai tree family home, and the lotus flowers, and of course the banh mi at the end! We rode e-bikes and I’m glad we did as we went about 34km and we aren’t usually cyclists so that gave us a little boost. Thank you so much!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for travelling with us and giving nice compliments about our company. We are delighted to hear that you had a great time with our team. We also appreciate you taking the time to provide us with such positive feedback about our service. If you require any assistance, or to make a booking please contact us via Email: info@biketourshanoi.com 24/7 hotline or Whatsapp +84-98-241-6518
via Tripadvisor
An experience off the beaten path.
Brian was an excellent guide. The traffic in Hanoi is chaotic but Brian guided me through just fine. Once we got out of the city, it was very peaceful biking. This is a great tour if you’re looking for a unique view of the countryside. We stopped at a family broom making business, rice fields, a delightful visit with a local couple and their amazing bonsai garden. This tour was a highlight for me. Highly recommend Brian and his team.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for travelling with us and giving nice compliments about our company. We are delighted to hear that you had a great time with our team. We also appreciate you taking the time to provide us with such positive feedback about our service. If you require any assistance, or to make a booking please contact us via Email: info@biketourshanoi.com 24/7 hotline or Whatsapp +84-98-241-6518
via Tripadvisor
A cycle through time - Hanoi
Brilliant time with Sunni, Kai and team. It was fabulous to cycle through the city, suburbs, across the old bridge and into the countryside. Lots to see, plenty of stop, take picture and learn more about the Vietnamese culture and way of life. Great fun and highly recommend this tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for travelling with us and giving nice compliments about our company. We are delighted to hear that you had a great time with our team. We also appreciate you taking the time to provide us with such positive feedback about our service. If you require any assistance, or to make a booking please contact us via Email: info@biketourshanoi.com 24/7 hotline or Whatsapp +84-98-241-6518
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour with a Great Guide
We loved our bicycle tour with Emma! She was an amazing guide who is very knowledgeable about the area and its history. Emma and her team ensured that we were safe, well hydrated and enjoying our experience. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour and if you are lucky enough to have Emma as your guide it will be a bonus!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for travelling with us and giving nice compliments about our company. We are delighted to hear that you had a great time with our team. We also appreciate you taking the time to provide us with such positive feedback about our service. If you require any assistance, or to make a booking please contact us via Email: info@biketourshanoi.com 24/7 hotline or Whatsapp +84-98-241-6518
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 125
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside cost?
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Prices start at $59 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside take?
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Plan for about 4.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 356 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside?
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Around 125 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hanoi Bicycle Tours: Half Day Bicycle Tours Hanoi Countryside start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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