Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience
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4.6/5
Based on 52 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience worth booking?
Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience is a 4-hour experience in Hoi An, Vietnam, from $30 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 52 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (52)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Discover charming villages and islands surrounding Hoi An as you explore the area by boat and bicycle. You’ll weave through Hoi An’s back streets and ride through country lanes to small towns before taking to the waterwa
What you get
- Join Friendly English-speaking guide
- Escape hustle and bustle of the City on this unique boat and bike tour
- Ride a bike through rural Vietnam (bike and helmet rental included)
- Cycle to a farming area called Tra Que Vegetable Village (Entrance Fee included)
- Enjoy the dinner in a local restaurant (Set Menu with 6 dishes)
- Stop for a local drink to cool off from the heat
About this experience
Discover charming villages and islands surrounding Hoi An as you explore the area by boat and bicycle. You’ll weave through Hoi An’s back streets and ride through country lanes to small towns before taking to the waterways on a boat cruise. Afterwards, enjoy a warm welcome meal at a local restaurant. Receive personal attention from your local guide on a private tour.
What's included
Included
- Join Friendly English-speaking guide
- Escape hustle and bustle of the City on this unique boat and bike tour
- Ride a bike through rural Vietnam (bike and helmet rental included)
- Cycle to a farming area called Tra Que Vegetable Village (Entrance Fee included)
- Enjoy the dinner in a local restaurant (Set Menu with 6 dishes)
- Stop for a local drink to cool off from the heat
- Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- Cruise with boat along the Thu Bon River and enjoy the changing light over the city
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips/gratuities for drivers or guide
- Taxi back to Hoi A City Centre (around 3-5 USD)
What you'll see and do
We will meet our guide there.
10 minutes here
Start your Hoi An with boat tour that will take around 30 min. Follow your guide to the banks of the Thu Bon River to take to the waterways and discover even more of the area. Cruise along the river and enjoy the changing light over the city as the sun sets and we make our way to the Old Town dock.
30 minutes here
Cam Thanh
Next up the bike portion and follow country laneways to reach some of the villages that are dotted throughout the region, stopping to talk to the locals and learn more about life in this part of Vietnam.
60 minutes here
Tra Que Vegetable Village
We will cycle to a farming and green area called Tra Que vegetable village which supplies organic veggies for the whole Hoi An and nearby areas. Afterwards, visit a local restaurant for a feast of authentic flavours with a friendly family.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hoi An
Front entrance of Hoian Post Office, 6 Tran Hung Dao street, Hoian.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Local restaurant
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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Intrepid Urban Adventures - Vietnam
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years.
- Dinner in a local family restaurant (set Menu with 6 dishes - expect: salad, BBQ Pork, chicken, beef with steamed rice, egg plant, seasonal fruit)
- This tour includes a 10-kilometre bike ride on flat roads to the villages outside Hoi An. While the ride is not overly strenuous, it will require a basic level of physical fitness and you should be comfortable with riding a bicycle.
- For this tour, we can cater for the following dietary requirements: vegetarian, vegans, and gluten free intolerance. Please provide this information at least 24-hours prior to your travel date. Unfortunately, we are not able to cater for any other dietary requirements that are not listed above.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 52 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
52 verified traveler reviews for Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Super family fun
A fabulous outing with the family, great fun biking, a delicious meal that everyone enjoyed and Bong our guide was very friendly, and easy to chat with. Totally recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
via Tripadvisor
Bike, garden and dinner tour
This tour was great. Our guide Flora Bong was very knowledgeable and accommodated to our needs well. We got to smell and taste fresh herbs from the garden and our tour ended with an exceptional dinner. Highly recommended
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour
We loved this tour!! Bong was an exceptional tour guide and the bike ride was fun and well paced. The bike tour plus visiting the organic gardens and the Kumquat BBQ restaurant were some of our best highlights of our Vietnam trip.
via Tripadvisor
A different side to Hoi An
Starting with a cute boat ride we arrived at the destination of our bike ride which took us through the villages and farm areas of Hoi An. Our guide Nam was knowledgeable and informative and made us feel well looked after as we road past water buffalo’s, fish farms and market gardens, arriving at our dinner destination for a beautiful home cooked meal at a local Vietnamese restaurant using herbs and vegetables from the surrounding farms. Our chef Thanh was entertaining and a master chef! Meal was delicious. A fabulous afternoon spent enjoying a different side of Hoi An. Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
A taste of rural Vietnam by bike.
Bong took this tour for my wife and I. Her attention to our safety was paramount. The boat trip was enjoyable as was the rural bike ride which was not at all strenuous. The evening meal was preceded by a tour of the gardens where the much of the food was sourced. It was a delicious four course meal. Bong was very knowledgeable and willing to share. It is a thoroughly worthwhile experience!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $138
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 18
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoi An.
How much does Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hoi An usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Hoi An is not rushed.
Is Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 52 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hoi An, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience?
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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 Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience?
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Around 18 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 Hoi An 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 Hoi An and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience 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 Hoi An 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 Hoi An?
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On Outty we rank every Hoi An experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include HOI AN Hidden Gems in Rural Villages & River Islands PRIVATE TOUR, Coconut Jungle Eco & Hoi An City Tour With Boat Ride, Cooking Class Hoi An:Local Market, Basket Boat, Fishing & Cooking. 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 Hoi An?
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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 Hoi An?
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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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