--- title: "Hanoi Scooter City Tour: Train Street, Street Food & Hidden Life" lang: en type: tour city: Hanoi country: Vietnam price: 40 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 30 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 75 of 109 (Street Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-scooter-city-tour-train-street-street-food-hidden-life/ --- # Hanoi Scooter City Tour: Train Street, Street Food & Hidden Life In our comparison: #75 of 109 in Street Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Hanoi city tour designed for travelers who want to go beyond sightseeing and experience the real Hanoi in a relaxed, eco-friendly way. Unlike crowded tours, this Hanoi scooter tour uses electric scooters to access hidden alleys, backstreets, and local neighborhoods that cars cannot reach. Led by local guides, this Hanoi halfday tour blends authentic life with highlights — including a safe visit to Train Street. With small groups and a slower pace, you’ll enjoy deeper connections, local stories, and discover the hidden life of Hanoi. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: max 8 from €40 · private from €53 - Starts 08:00, 12:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: Local lunch (Phở Gà or Bún Chả) **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €40 per person for the Small group tour ( max 8 pax) option; other options up to €53 - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 30 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Eco Trip Asia - Group: Group size varies by option: max 8 from €40 · private from €53 - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:00, 12:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.97 from 30 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 30 of 30. - 5 stars: 29 (97%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small group tour ( max 8 pax) | €40 / person | English | - | | Private tour | €53 / person | English | - | ## What's included - Local lunch (Phở Gà or Bún Chả) - VAT tax - One cup of coffee - Helmet - All entrance fees & cold, travel insurance, VAT tax - English local tour guide - Electric motorbike with experienced local drivers ## Not included - Personal expenses - Tips for guide and riders ## Itinerary 1. **Hanoi Opera House** (15m) - – Stop at this elegant French colonial landmark. Admire its architecture, hear local stories from your guide, and capture great photos during this Hanoi city tour before continuing your scooter tour. 2. **St. Joseph's Cathedral** (30m; admission included) - Hanoi – A historic Catholic landmark in the heart of Hanoi, known for its French Gothic architecture and vibrant surrounding streets. Pause here to explore, take photos, and feel the local atmosphere before continuing through the Old Quarter, discovering hidden alleys and... 3. **Long Bien Bridge** (15m) - – Stop at this historic landmark, a symbol of Hanoi’s past. Enjoy panoramic views of the Red River, observe daily local life along the riverbanks, and hear stories from your guide during this Hanoi halfday tour. Continue your scooter tour with fresh air and great photo... 4. **Vuon Hoa Bai Da Song Hong** (30m) - Banana Island – Discover a peaceful hidden escape along the Red River, where life moves slowly away from Hanoi’s busy streets. Step into a local home, enjoy fresh bananas, tea, and traditional “happy water”, and share warm conversations with the family. Walk through small... 5. **Chua Tran Quoc** (30m; admission included) - Tran Quoc Pagoda – Visit Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple on West Lake, a peaceful stop on the journey. Explore its ancient architecture, learn about its thousand-year history, and enjoy a calm spiritual atmosphere during this halfday experience. 6. **Huu Tiep Lake and the Downed B-52** (15m) - B-52 Lake (Huu Tiep Lake) – Visit a unique historical site in a quiet Hanoi neighborhood, known for the remains of a B-52 bomber. Learn its story from your guide, then walk around the peaceful lake and nearby streets to experience a lesser-known side of the city during this... 7. **French Quarter** (15m) - Ride through Hanoi’s elegant French Quarter, known for its wide boulevards and French colonial architecture. Pass by key landmarks such as the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum area, Presidential Palace, and National Assembly building, offering a glimpse into the city’s political and... 8. **Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam** (30m; admission included) - Hanoi Old Quarter: Enjoy an authentic Hanoi local lunch at a cozy family-run restaurant: Bún Chả (grilled pork served with vermicelli noodles). This meal offers a taste of classic Vietnamese cuisine, prepared fresh and enjoyed in a relaxed local setting. Your guide will... 9. **Hanoi Train Street** (30m; admission included) - : one of Hanoi’s most unique attractions, viewed from a safe and designated observation point. Enjoy a local Vietnamese coffee at a nearby café while observing the surroundings from a safe location. If timing allows, travelers may have the chance to see a train pass by from a... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 12:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point In front of the main gate of the Hanoi opera house. Our guide will come and confirm with you. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the tour start. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Compared with other Street Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #75 of 109** | €40 | 4h | 4.97 (30) | varies by option | | [Hanoi Motorbike Tour: Food, Culture and Fun by Vintage Motorbike](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-motorbike-tour-food-culture-and-fun-by-vintage-motorbike/?format=md) | €50 | 4h 30m | 5.0 (7211) | shared | | [Hanoi half-day with Food + Culture + Fun By Minsk Motorcycle](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-half-day-with-food-culture-fun-by-minsk-motorcycle/?format=md) | €45 | 4h | 5.0 (1559) | shared | | [Hanoi Half-day with Food + Fun + Culture By Russian Jeep](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/hanoi-half-day-with-food-fun-culture-by-russian-jeep/?format=md) | €63 | 4h | 5.0 (1423) | shared | Ranked #75 of 109 in Street Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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