Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience
Hoi An, Vietnam

Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience

Outty Ranking 64 4.6 · 52 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $69
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Outty Ranking

64/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.6/5

Based on 52 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

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 $69 per person. It scores 64 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
64 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (52)
Duration
4 hours
From
$69 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 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 you get

    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

    1. We will meet our guide there.

      10 minutes here

    2. 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

    3. 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

    4. 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 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    6 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    3 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The 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.

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    G6339XPjonc · January 2026

    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

    lohnetm · June 2025

    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

    Dartna · February 2025

    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

    Emma C · November 2023

    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

    Mike C · June 2023

    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
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $69 to $138
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    18
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Vietnam, who run 5 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.2.

    See everything Intrepid Urban Adventures - Vietnam runs

    Why this scores 64

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)77
    Review evidence (18% weight)65
    Booking momentum (14% weight)58
    Value for money (12% weight)34
    Listing quality (10% weight)68
    Local standing (8% weight)27
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    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 $69 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 64 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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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    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 Ancient Town Walking Tour with a Local, Cooking Class Hoi An:Local Market, Basket Boat, Fishing & Cooking, Hoi An Cooking Class(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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    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.

    What is included in Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience?

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    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); and Enjoy the dinner in a local restaurant (Set Menu with 6 dishes). Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Tips/gratuities for drivers or guide; and Taxi back to Hoi A City Centre (around 3-5 USD). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience?

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    Front entrance of Hoian Post Office, 6 Tran Hung Dao street, Hoian. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hoi An. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Private Hoi An Bike, Thu Bon River Cruise & Dinner Experience?

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    Across 52 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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