Private Hoi An to My Son Sanctuary Full-Day Bike Tour
Description
Cycle the scenic countryside to the UNESCO World Heritage site of My Son on this half-day bike adventure. From our meeting point in central Hoi An, bike the alleyways of the ancient district into the surreal countryside teeming with farms, villages and friendly locals. Our ride ends with a tour of My Son and then private van transportations back to Hoi An at lunch time.
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Itinerary
Meet at 7:15am at the Discova Day Tour Shop. Your guide will fit your bike, give a safety briefing, and provide an overview of the tour.
Hoi An town: Cycling along small and quiet alleyways we reach the riverfront of the historic district, long before crowds descend on the city. It’s a great time for photos. Hoi An Countryside: Crossing the river, we leave the city behind on our way to My Son, venturing off on to rural pathways accessible only to bikes and motorbikes. It's not long before we are pedaling through small villages, past family farms and rice fields, greeting workers along our way. Depending on the season, we pass rice, corn and even sunflower fields as we explore a very different landscape to that of the city. We'll see hardly any four- wheeled vehicles as we through a network of shortcuts and connections that only locals would know. The Cham Ruins of My Son lie ahead.
Crossing the river, we leave the city behind our wheels on our way to My Son, venturing off onto rural pathways accessible only to bikes and motorbikes. It's not long before we are pedaling through small villages, past family farms and rice fields, greeting friendly workers along our way. This is your best opportunity to glimpse authentic Vietnamese life.
After replenishing our energy with a healthy snack of fresh fruit and local coffee or tea, it is a short transfer to the entrance to this UNESCO World Heritage site. New regulations require we park our bikes and board electric shuttle vans to the main ruins.
A drive aboard our private van with a midway stop for a simple but delicious lunch of local noodles tops off a fun, informative half day tour.
Our driver and Tour guide will transfer you back to your hotel in Hoi An
Highlights
What's included
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Child Seats is available upon request, child seats could accommodate for child's weight 14kg only.
- Proper shoes are safest, not flip flops
- Cycling approximate 25 km on mostly smooth surfaces
Reviews(143)
Amazing experience from Hoi An! The bike ride was beautiful and at a pace that matched my abilities (as I’m not a very good cycler) with breaks in the shade to cool off and enjoy the views. The food stops (market, cafe and lunch) were all delicious and well timed for a break. The highlight by far was My Son Sanctuary and having a personal guide to help me understand the historical significance was incredible. Mr Easy was a wonderful guide and also gave heaps of recommendations for where else to go in Hoi An
Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the bike ride, delicious food stops, and the visit to My Son Sanctuary. It's especially great to know that Mr Easy made the experience so memorable with his knowledge, support, and local recommendations. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Hoi An in the future.
From 24/02 to 11/03 of this year my wife and I were in Tanzania for 1 week of safari and one of sea. For the safari we relied on a local Tour Operator the Branded Africa Safaris owned by Mr. Masha. The organization was also above my expectations thanks to the valence and courtesy of our escort and driver Elisante that in times of difficulty (due to the numerous bogs of the jeep caused by the overflowing ground for rain) has never lost heart and has always found a solution to the problem. Different experience sea, moreover I booked. Having already been to Zanzibar about twenty years ago, I had chosen another island to enjoy some sunshine even knowing that the period chosen would not be the best given the beginning of the small rainy season. I opted for the island of Mafia and the stay at the Butiama Marine Camp located in Utende, in the east of the island where the marine park is located. I booked here because being a marine park (where you pay one from the of 23 $ per person per day) I thought there was the reef and I could do snorkelling and diving even from the shore. None of this: sandy bottom and devoid of vegetation and very small beach and usable only after 9 am because of the 'high tide that before came up to the entrance of the same. Accommodation in dated and not very large tuculs, inadequate facilities, beach towels and third world loungers. Discreet cuisine. All in all a disappointment, also because of the rain that certainly did not favor the experience. But I take the blame for this also because we could not choose another period.
Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re delighted your safari exceeded expectations and that Elisante made such a positive impact. We’re sorry the beach stay didn’t meet expectations and understand your disappointment. Your comments are appreciated and will help us improve future recommendations.
This tour is a must do in Hoi An.The scenery was fantastic and the day even better with our guide Hoan,who was friendly, helpful and a gr8 sense of humour. His knowledge of Vietnamese history makes this tour very enjoyable. Special mention to the quality of bikes used on this tour ,comfort,brakes,gears all worked perfectly.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience on the tour in Hoi An. It's great to know that the beautiful scenery, along with Hoan’s friendliness, humor, and deep knowledge of Vietnamese history, made your day even more special. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him—he’ll be delighted! We're also glad you appreciated the quality and comfort of the bikes, as we always strive to provide the best equipment for an enjoyable and safe ride. Thank you again for joining us and for recommending the tour. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
Our guide, Tam, was fantastic. We hadn’t initially realized the tour included a three-hour bike ride, but Tam set us up with high-quality bikes, making the ride smooth and enjoyable. Tam is sweet and kind, comfortable biking quietly so we could take in the scenery, but always ready to share his love for the country and stories if you’re interested. The route itself was easy and a perfect way to see the countryside and towns beyond the typical tourist spots in Hoi An. You truly get a sense of how people live there. Tam provided water and bananas along the way, happily stopping for breaks, photos, and even brief lessons on things we passed. After the ride and a coffee break, we took a bus to My Son Sanctuary. You could tell Tam is genuinely passionate about history; he shared insights that really brought the place to life. His English was excellent, so he was always easy to understand. At the end, he took us to a fantastic food spot before dropping us off exactly where we needed to go. Overall, it was an amazing day, and Tam was a wonderful guide!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had such a great experience with Tam. It sounds like the bike ride was a highlight, and we’re glad Tam made it both enjoyable and comfortable with high-quality bikes, scenic breaks, and his thoughtful attention to your needs along the way. It’s fantastic that you got to explore the countryside and towns beyond the usual tourist spots in Hoi An, and that Tam’s passion for the local culture and history enhanced your experience at My Son Sanctuary. We’re also happy to hear that his excellent English made everything easy to understand. Thank you for recommending Tam and sharing such a detailed account of your day with us. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
This tour was absolutely amazing! Though My Son sanctuary is the final destination if you love cycling this is a great way to explore the countryside and local villages around Hoi An. My guide Hoàn was extremely knowledgeable about both the local area and the history. The terrain is mostly flat but you need to have a medium- experienced level of fitness due to the heat it’s 28 km. Highly recommended
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing time on the bike tour to My Son Sanctuary. Cycling through the beautiful countryside and local villages around Hoi An is truly a unique way to experience the area, and we’re glad you enjoyed it. It’s wonderful to hear that Hoàn’s knowledge of the local area and history made the experience even more enriching. We’re also happy to know that the terrain and distance were just right for you, even with the heat! Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
This tour was excellent. The guide (Kay) was knowledgeable and extremely friendly. The tour consisted of a gentle cycle ride through vietnamese countryside, with frequent stops for water, drinks, and fruit. A mini bus then picks you up and takes you the rest of the way to My Son. My Son is well worth seeing, but a guide (like on this tour) is a must. The ruins wouldn't mean much if you didn't have a guide (particulaly if you were like us who hadnt dine extensiove background research on the hietory of the ruins, their discovery, and the general cham culture. In a nutshell, the trip was well worth it if staying in the Hoi An area if you want a mix of history, culture, and gentle cycling combined. It makes for an enjoyable day out.
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you had an excellent tour with Kay. It sounds like you enjoyed the gentle cycling through the beautiful Vietnamese countryside and appreciated the frequent stops for refreshments. We’re glad you found the visit to My Son enriching, especially with a knowledgeable guide to enhance your understanding of the history and Cham culture. Your recommendation for this mix of history, culture, and cycling is greatly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the Hoi An area soon!
We had an incredible experience with Hoàn! It was just two of us and since we are seasoned cyclist we took some detours which really added to our experience. I learned so much about Vietnamese culture, plants and the language. It was hands down the best part of our trip!
Thank you for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an incredible experience with Hoàn and that you were able to customize your ride with some detours. It’s wonderful that you learned so much about Vietnamese culture, plants, and language along the way. We’re honored to be a highlight of your trip and hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
Love this tour! Our host Tom was brilliant and accommodated us & our daughter well. The bikes were very well maintained, with working gears, helmets and far exceeded any other bikes we used on our tours. The countryside was so interesting, riding through the local villages. My Son is definitely worth the effort!! Lunch on the return trip was delicious!!! Thank you Tom, one of our highlights of our time in Vietnam!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad to hear that you loved the tour and that Tom made your experience enjoyable for you and your daughter. It’s great to know that the bikes met your expectations and that you found the countryside and local villages interesting. We’re thrilled you enjoyed My Son and the delicious lunch on your return trip. Your feedback means a lot, and we hope to see you again for more adventures in Vietnam!
An amazing tour with Tam, who was so knowledgeable, caring and patient with us during the entire trip. Despite not being avid cyclists, this is a wonderful way to see this beautiful region of Vietnam and then to visit the Sanctuary and listen to the history from Tam, made for an unbelievable experience. Highly recommend this with Tam! Bob Rajan (Munich, Germany)
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time on the Full-Day My Son Sanctuary Bike Tour with Tam. It's fantastic that Tam was knowledgeable, caring, and patient throughout the trip, ensuring you had a memorable experience. We're delighted that despite not being avid cyclists, you found this tour to be a wonderful way to explore the beautiful region of Vietnam. Learning about the history of the Sanctuary from Tam must have been truly unforgettable. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for more incredible experiences in the future!
I hesitated booking this experience because it is something I wouldn’t normally do, but I am so glad I did! What an incredible experience! Huy was very knowledgeable and spoke excellent English. The heat was a bit intense, so I suggest bringing extra water if possible and plenty of sunscreen. I also chose to wear a cycling chamois which I would recommend for those who are not consistent with cycling. We did stop along the way for an electrolyte drink and bananas which helped. The ride was pretty flat and mellow, which allowed me to really take in the sights. This was by far one of the most incredible experiences I’ve ever had, and I will always remember it. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a different type of adventure and an opportunity to see a bit of real life in Vietnam.
Your feedback truly warms our hearts! We're thrilled to hear that despite initial hesitation, you embarked on our adventure and found it to be an incredible experience. Thank you for recommending our tour to others seeking a unique adventure and a taste of real life in Vietnam. We can't wait to welcome you back for more incredible experiences in the future!
