Explore Rural Vietnam, Local Villages & My Son Sanctuary by Motorbike
Duration: 1 Day
Departure: 8:30 AM
Return: Around 4:30 PM
Departure & Return: Hoi An
Tour Type: Private Motorbike Tour / Easy Rider
Price: From US$54/person
Leave the busy streets of Hoi An behind and discover the peaceful countryside of Central Vietnam by motorbike.
This full-day adventure takes you through quiet rural roads, rice fields, local villages and traditional communities before continuing to the historic My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Instead of spending the whole day on busy roads, you’ll have time to enjoy the scenery, meet local people and experience a different side of Vietnam.
You can ride your own motorcycle or travel comfortably as a passenger with one of our experienced local drivers.
Highlights
Ride through the beautiful countryside around Hoi An
Discover local villages and traditional rural life
Ride along quiet roads through rice fields
Experience the authentic countryside of Central Vietnam
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of My Son Sanctuary
Learn about the ancient Champa Kingdom
Enjoy local food along the way
Travel with an experienced local English-speaking driver
Private and flexible motorbike experience
8:30 AM – Hotel Pickup in Hoi An
Our driver will meet you at your hotel in Hoi An and give you a short briefing about the day’s journey and safety.
If you choose the Easy Rider option, you will travel as a passenger with an experienced local driver.
If you prefer to ride yourself, we can arrange a suitable motorcycle depending on your experience and the tour conditions.
9:00 AM – Leave Hoi An and Enter the Countryside
We leave the busy streets of Hoi An and follow quieter roads into the countryside.
Along the way, you’ll see:
Rice fields
Vegetable gardens
Local villages
Small farms
Water buffalo
Traditional houses
Local people going about their daily lives
There will be opportunities to stop for photographs and enjoy the scenery.
10:00 AM – Rural Villages & Local Life
Continue riding through the countryside on smaller local roads.
This is one of the most enjoyable parts of the journey because there is no need to rush. We can make stops whenever you want to take photos or experience the local surroundings.
Your driver will introduce you to aspects of everyday life in rural Central Vietnam.
11:30 AM – Local Lunch
Stop at a local restaurant for lunch and enjoy traditional Vietnamese food.
You can take some time to relax before continuing the journey to My Son.
12:30 PM – Ride to My Son Sanctuary
After lunch, continue west toward the mountains and the My Son valley.
The landscape gradually changes from flat countryside and rice fields to green hills and forest.
1:30 PM – Explore My Son Sanctuary
Arrive at My Son Sanctuary, the ancient religious and political centre of the Champa Kingdom.
The sanctuary contains groups of historic brick tower-temples dating from the 4th to the 13th centuries. UNESCO inscribed My Son on the World Heritage List in 1999.
Take time to walk around the temple groups and learn about:
Champa history
Hindu influences in Champa culture
Ancient brick architecture
Cham religious traditions
The history of the My Son temple complex
3:00 PM – Leave My Son
After exploring the sanctuary, get back on the motorcycle and begin the return journey to Hoi An.
We can choose a different countryside route where possible, giving you more opportunities to see rural Vietnam.
4:30 PM – Arrive Back in Hoi An
Drop-off at your hotel or another location in Hoi An.
Ride Yourself or Travel with an Easy Rider
You have two options:
Option 1 – Ride Your Own Motorcycle
If you have appropriate riding experience and meet the applicable legal requirements, you can ride your own motorcycle.
Option 2 – Easy Rider
Relax on the back of the motorcycle and enjoy the scenery while an experienced local driver handles the riding.
The Easy Rider option is ideal for travelers who want to enjoy the journey without having to navigate unfamiliar roads.
Who Is This Tour For?
This tour is suitable for travelers who want to:
Experience rural Vietnam
Visit My Son without spending the whole day on a bus
See local villages and rice fields
Take photographs
Learn about Champa history
Enjoy a relaxed motorbike adventure from Hoi An
Travel privately with a local driver
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is My Son Sanctuary from Hoi An?
My Son is roughly 40–45 km from Hoi An, depending on the route. The official My Son information lists Hoi An at about 45 km from the sanctuary.
Can I ride the motorcycle myself?
Yes, self-riding can be arranged for suitable travelers who meet the applicable legal and riding requirements.
Can I choose the Easy Rider option?
Yes. You can sit on the back of a motorcycle with an experienced local driver and enjoy the scenery.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. This itinerary is designed as a private motorbike tour.
Can you pick me up from my hotel?
Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An are included.
Is My Son Sanctuary a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Yes. My Son Sanctuary was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999.
Book Your Hoi An Countryside & My Son Motorbike Tour
Experience more than just the temple ruins.
Ride through the countryside. Meet local people. Discover My Son. Experience Central Vietnam by motorbike.
Contact us on WhatsApp to check availability and book your private tour.
