Motorbike Tour From Hue to Hoi An, Central Vietnam

You’re traveling through Central Vietnam, from Huế to Hoi An (or vise versa). You could take the bus – probably the cheapest option. You could take a train. You could rent a car. Or hire a private driver.

Or… you could take Vietnam’s most typical mode of transportation: the motorbike. And have a spectacular adventure along the way!

Last updated: January 2026. Originally published: October 2016. 

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Our Vietnam Motorbike Tour: Video

Why we ended up on the back of a motorbike

We first considered a motorbike tour after hearing about friends’ experiences riding through rural Central Vietnam. While longer overnight tours sounded amazing, they didn’t fit our budget at the time.

Then, while researching our options to travel between Hue and Hoi An, a one-day motorbike transfer stood out. The commitment of time and finances was smaller than some of the other tours – and, heck, we had to get from one place to the other somehow, right?

So a couple days before leaving Huế, I e-mailed the guide that our friends recommended, and Mr. Phu responded quickly. We were booked!

Update: We have enjoyed several motorbike tours with Phu since we first met in 2016. Each time we visit Hoi An, he shows us new places by motorbike.

We recommend him to all our friends!

Our Tour Stops: Mushroom Village (Phu’s family home), marble workshop, fishing village, Elephant Waterfall, seafood restaurant, Hai Van Pass and overlook, View Cafe, Da Nang bridge, Marble Mountains, and other scenic photo stops (see map of stops below)

How to book: Contact Mr Phu directly via his website, Whatsapp, or Facebook. Or book through Viator with our referral link.

TIP: We rely on offline Google Maps and a simple data setup to navigate rural routes and coordinate with guides. Our Toolkit shows exactly how we prep this before travel days.

Who Should Go On A Motorbike Tour

We saw a lot of tourists along the way who had rented their own motorcycles for the journey. This is certainly another option, if you’re comfortable handling the bike, navigating the Vietnam roads, and have an international license.

But you could also have your adventure with someone more capable handling the stress of driving. Then you can sit back, take in the scenery, and snap pictures.

This kind of motorbike tour is for folks who enjoy just being along for the ride. Though the guides speak English, there are some things that get lost in translation, so you have to be up for whatever comes your way. Just trust that they will take care of you.

You will not be “roughing it” but this is a developing country and you will be right in the middle of it all, so you can’t expect a highly polished experience.

The guides will take care of everything, down to water bottles for your breaks and entry fees into each attraction, since the tour cost is all inclusive.

They will also share the history, local legends, and other interesting points about the places you visit along the way.

Huế to Hoi An Motorbike Tour Review: Photo Gallery

If you’re looking for a day full of memorable sights, sounds, and tastes without having to worry about driving, then definitely consider a motorbike tour with Phu.

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For further reading about Central Vietnam:

–Best Central Vietnam Itinerary Destinations
–A budget guide to Hue
–Best food in Hoi An: Our favorite restaurants
–Where to stay in Hoi An
–5 Best day trips from Hoi An
–3 Day Hoi An Itinerary and Self-Guided Walking Tour Map

For other Vietnam destinations:

–Suggested Vietnam Itineraries: 10+ Days in Vietnam
–A budget guide to Ninh Binh
–A budget guide to Hanoi
–A budget guide to Mai Chau Vietnam