Half Day Hanoi City & Countryside Jeep Tour –  HJC1

Experience the perfect blend of natural beauty, local culture, and vibrant city life on this Half Day Hanoi City & Countryside Jeep Tour. This tour is designed for those who want to explore beyond the usual tourist attractions. It takes you to the hidden gems and lesser-known corners of Hanoi.

1.Red River Countryside Adventures:

Picking up from hotels in and around Hanoi Old Quater, kicking off your journey with an exciting visit to the peaceful Red River countryside, where you will ride to Banana Island. Here, you’ll see the beautiful agricultural landscape along the river, featuring green farms filled with colorful flowers, fresh vegetables, bonsai trees, and large banana plantations. You will get to meet local farmers in their homes and fields, giving you a real look into their daily lives.

2. City Sightseeing Journey:

Next, we’ll ride into the lively heart of Hanoi. We will visit important sights like West Lake, Truc Bach Lake, and the B52 Museum. As we drive past famous places such as the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the French Quarter, and the Old Quarter, you’ll learn about the city’s rich history and diverse culture.

3. Cultural Touching & Riding Adventures:

Our adventure continues with a cultural ride to the middle of nowhere that takes you off the main roads and helps you understand the REAL Hanoi, showing you not only the good, but also the bad, and the weird parts of the city. It’s an eye-opening experience! We will navigate through a maze of small streets, visiting local homes to see real life in Hanoi. Discover where people live, work, play, and pray by exploring schools, colorful local markets, cozy cafés, lively playgrounds, and tasty food spots.

4. Hanoi Train Street Experiences:

One of the best moments of the tour is watching a train go by on the famous Train Street while you enjoy a cup of coffee at a cozy café located just a few inches from the railway tracks.

5. Savor Authentic Hanoi Cuisine:

To end your experience, we’ll take you to Hidden Gem Café for a delicious meal. Here, you can enjoy healthy, organic, and authentic Hanoi dishes . Don’t miss out on trying local favorites, including egg coffee, fresh seasonal fruits, Hanoi beer, and homemade moonshine. This Half Day Hanoi City & Countryside Jeep Tour promises a delightful and immersive journey through the heart of Hanoi!

Duration: 4.5 hours

Pick-up & Drop-off  from your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.  Otherwise we will pick you up from our  Meeting Point: Hanoi Backstreet Tours,  No. 3B Hang tre Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi ( 15 minutes before the tours start )

Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HQWHy9vmYwiEMzFc7

Style of Tour: Join-group, PRIVATE tour with surcharge depending on your group size.

✔ Option 1: Small Group Tour Price (Max 6 people per group, Average 4)

● Morning Tour: 7:30 AM (Year-Round) – $50/person

● Afternoon Tour: 12:30 PM (Year-Round) – $50/person

●Sunset & Night Tour: 5:00 PM (Year-Round) – $50/person

● Best Of Summer Sunrise: 5:00 AM (Apr–Oct) – $57/person

● Best Of  Winter ( Nov – March)

• Bruch : 9:30 AM (Nov–Mar) – $55/person –
• Sunset:  4:00 PM (Nov–Mar) – $55/person

● Kids (ages 5-10): $39; Infants (0-4): Free.

✔ Option 2: Private Tours Price – Minimum 2 people

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Drive past Hanoi’s top attractions including the Flag Tower, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, Opera House, Long Bien Bridge, Westlake, Phan Dinh Phung Boulevard.
• Having Coffee while watching the train pass on the famous Hanoi train-street.
• Get off the beaten path with a journey through the maze of Hanoi’s backstreets, authentic local markets, and random schools, houses, and cafes. You’ll get a true taste of Hanoi’s local life.
• Experience the peace and allure of the Red River’s charming villages & farms.
• Savor authentic, organic, and healthy Hanoi cuisine and beverages.

TOUR INCLUSIONS :

• Vietnam People’s Army Legend Jeep – Uaz469 / Gaz69
• Experienced driver
• Rain ponchos
• English speaking guide
• All food & drinks
• Coffee at the Train-Street

TOUR EXCLUSIONS:

• Gratuities for the guide and driver
• Personal expenses and additional food and beverages

Common Q & A:

1. Are the food and drinks included?

Yes! All food and drinks are included in our tour package. We provide Authentic, Healthy, and Organic meals & drinks that cater to all dietary requirements. Vegan and Vegetarian options are readily available.

2. Can we see Hanoi train-street?

The famous Hanoi Train-street is part of our itinerary. We know how, when, and where to show you the train street and have a coffee while watching the train pass by.

3. What happens if it rains?

Weather is not a concern for our Jeep tour, we got soft-roof.  We conduct tours no matter the rain or sunshine. In case it rains, we do provide rain ponchos for you.

4. Do we go INSIDE the tourist attractions?

On this tour, we don’t go INSIDE the attractions, but instead, we will take you to the HIDDEN GEMS and HARD-TO-FIND places that show you the REAL Hanoi. We spend our time taking you off the beaten path and to the less frequently visited sites, showcasing the authentic Hanoi that you cannot discover on your own.

During the tour, we PASS BY & DRIVE PAST some of the iconic landmarks where we pause for photos. The tour is catered to offer a unique experience for our guests that showcase Hanoi from a different angle. If any attraction interests you, you can always revisit the place on your own and spend as long as you’d like.

HALF DAY HANOI CITY & COUNTRYSIDE JEEP TOUR ITINERARY

Part 1: Discover the Red River Countryside – 1.5 Hours

Begin your journey at your hotel in or near Hanoi’s Old Quarter where you will be greeted by our guide and driver. Within 20 minutes, we will leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city as we wind our way towards the serene Red River bank. After a short walk over a bridge that is unknown to the locals, we will reach the rugged island. We will have a 4WD adventure along the small off-roads of the green oasis with stunning views of banana plantations, fruit, vegetable, and flower farms. Along the way, we will visit local villages and communities where you can witness local farmers at work. Our journey through the Red River Countryside is enhanced by a home-visit to a local family where you can enjoy fresh fruits and green tea while learning about their daily lives.

Part 2: Hanoi Highlight & Backstreet Rides – 2.5 Hours

After experiencing the serenity of the countryside, it is time to explore and enjoy the hustle, and bustle of Hanoi’s backstreets. This journey takes you to peaceful villages surrounding West lake and Truc Bach lake, giving you a glimpse of the modern part of Hanoi with thousands of skyscrapers.

Our journey continues to ride through the flower street market to B52 lake areas where we have city cultural adventures by venturing off the maze of backstreets. Experience the REAL HANOI with a day in the life of locals. We will explore the small alleyways, local homes, schools, and black market while experiencing where and how locals live, work, and play.

Additionally, we will drive past the top city landmarks, such as Hanoi Flag Tower, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ba Dinh square, Opera House, Long Bien Bridge, Westlake and Phan Dinh Phung boulevard and we then ride to the famous Hanoi Train Street to watch the train pass by and have a cup of life-time moment coffee there.

Savor authentic, organic, and healthy Hanoi food and beverages at Hidden Gem Cafe, which is part of our Hanoi Jeep Tour. We accommodate vegans and vegetarians too.

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