Hoi An Countryside: Authentic Cultural Journey

Embark on a private Vespa tour through the picturesque countryside villages and river islands of Hoi An. Experience local life, meet artisans, and indulge in authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cam Kim Island - Crafting Rice Noodles and Crackers with Mrs. Luan’s Family
    Join Mrs. Luan’s family for a memorable experience in making rice noodles or rice crackers! Start by taking rice grains, mixing them with water, and grinding them into a smooth rice milk. Discover the art of using a traditional stone rice grinder, and then test your skills…
What's Included
  • Classic UAZ Russian - Vietnam Army vehicle
  • Hotel pickup & drop off in Hoi An, maximum 5 miles = 8 km radius
  • All taxes, tickets, entry fees, donations at local homes
  • English-speaking local tour guide, knowledgeable and licensed
  • Bottled water during the tour, all stops have clean washroom
  • Coffee stop to refresh with coffee/ tea/ juice
What's Not Included
  • Meal. Other drinks. Personal expenses
  • Tipping is optional but appreciated
Additional Information

Discover the genuine charm of Hoi An’s countryside in style with a Vietnam Army jeep-style vehicle, led by locals who bring each village and its traditions to life. As you travel along tranquil rural paths, each turn unveils a new connection with the local culture.
The first destination is Cam Kim Island, where participants will assist a friendly couple…

Location
Local Buddy Tours - Booking Office
Trần Quang Khải
If your hotel is in Da Nang or South Hoi An, please come to our office in Hoi An, or we'll help you find a private car transfer to our office with a small charge. Our office: Local Buddy Tours - Booking Office, 67 Trần Quang Khải, Street, Hội An, Quảng Nam. (Inside Song Thanh Restaurant).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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523emailp
Jul 7, 2025
Best tour guides ever - The tour guides we had Kha and Tam were the sweetest, we went to some great spots and they told us all about them, overall we had a great time and I highly recommend doing tours with them.
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Cosmopolitan602045
Jul 6, 2025
100 percent recommendation! - We had a private tour, just for our family of 5 including teenagers. We did the tour in a refurbished, very well-maintained Vietnamese military jeep, from 1990. The tour was excellent! The guide Ben was very friendly, very knowledgeable, patient and spoke excellent English. He explained and showed us the local life of Hoi An’s countryside, it was interesting and fascinating for all of us, from young kid to teenagers and adults, we all had a great day and enjoyed the tour very much! We would absolutely recommend it!
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Spikenikistan
Jun 30, 2025
SEE THE REAL HOIAN FROM A NICE OPEN JEEP - Great day out in the countryside around Hoi An. We rode in an old army-style jeep that fit all six of us comfortably. Stopped by a local village where we tried making incense sticks, had coffee out in the rice paddies next to an old brick furnace you could climb for a cool view and some pics. Also visited a whale-worshipping village and saw some amazing scenery along the way. Our guide Ben was awesome — super friendly and explained everything in a way that was easy to follow. Cold water and beer were available the whole time, and the lunch was solid. Perfect tour for a family looking for a fun, relaxed adventure with a local touch.
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Vanh640
Jun 1, 2025
Fun Scooter Tour! Perfect! - Excellent tour. We had so much fun with Thanh and his crew! So many fun stops and interesting facts about the area. Highly recommend it!
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Z933hisimoned
Apr 22, 2025
A must-do experience in Hoi An - thank you Chicky and Nine! - Chicky & Nine were THE BEST tour guides! This is a must do activity if you are in Hoi An. The scenery is amazing when you experience it on the back of a Vespa, and this is a great opportunity to visit local families and give your money directly to them, in an authentic experience. We learned how to make rice paper, incense and weave sleeping mats. We went through the Hoi An countryside and saw locals fishing, buffalo and cows in the fields, went on coconut boats (and caught a few crabs!) and ended in the vegetable village which was absolutely beautiful and enjoyed a delicious lunch (the best food we have had in Vietnam so far!) While the day itself was amazing, the guides really were the best part. Friendly, knowledgeable, and fun, Chicky and Nine made us feel so comfortable all day and gave us so much interesting information about everything we were seeing - AND they took the most AMAZING photos of us all day, so now we have memories we will cherish forever! I am already thinking of booking with them again for a trip in Da Nang and will be recommending them to all of my family and friends! Make sure you don’t miss this experience in Hoi An, it was the highlight of our trip!
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Monen2022
Apr 6, 2025
A beautiful interesting day - We were picked up directly at the hotel with the Vespas. Then we went over small villages to the most diverse places. Both guides were very nice and it was taken into account our wishes. I felt safe on the tour. Thanh is a very safe and prudent driver. I am very grateful today to have met such special people with traditional crafts. I was allowed to try everything and we were never pushed to buy anything. All the families we visited were very nice and patient with us. Thanh has given us a lot of information about the plants, rice cultivation, fishing, etc. Many thanks to Thanh and his colleague Nine for this unforgettable day. For me it was the best choice to ride this tour on the Vespas.
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B3693aqclaudiaw
Apr 6, 2025
Vespa Tour around Hoi An - We had a super exciting time with lots of information from our friendly and save drivers Thanh and Nine. Thank for a great day!
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Shreya315
Jan 15, 2025
100% would recommend! - Would highly recommend this tour - especially with our guides Hannah and Tien! Hannah, the main guide, was both so informative and warm, it felt like we were touring with a friend. She really went above and beyond, took the time to get to know us and really make the tour customised to us. Thank you so much for such a special experience Hannah, Tien and Local Buddy!
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L7488uesarak
Dec 13, 2024
Great MUST DO tour - Hannah and our driver Tríen were amazing. They took such good care of my son and I. We had some much fun seeing the local village and the local trades in the old ways. Best tour we have done in Vietnam!! Definitely worth the money.
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Wander05526294874
Nov 18, 2024
Vespa tour through the villages of Hoi An. - We had a fantastic Vespa tour through the villages of Hoi An. We got a glimpse of real local life, seeing how rice milk is made and how carpets are woven. We also tasted some incredibly delicious coffee. It was so much fun! The beautiful nature and authentic daily life of Hoi An residents truly impressed us. And of course, the most entertaining part of the tour was the basket boats at the end, where a lively local party took place. If you want to experience local life, see vast rice plantations, and enjoy plenty of smiles and laughter, this tour is a must! Highly, highly recommend! Thank you for an amazing time! It's a pitty we can't add video footage
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From $48
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).