Traditional Countryside – Afternoon
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Magic Vietnam Full Day Cycling Tour in Hoi An
Full Day Cycling Tour Through Hoi An Countryside
🌦️ Seasonal Tour: Available October to February
Magic Vietnam is our winter alternative to Real Vietnam, running only when floods or mud may affect certain countryside routes.
Currently visiting outside winter season? We recommend our Real Vietnam Full Day Tour, which offers a similar experience.
Both tours feature the same authentic village visits, home-cooked lunch, and artisan workshops — just different routes adapted to the season.
This circuit is special and uniquely available at certain times of the year, replacing the “Real Vietnam” circuit, which may not be accessible during the heavy flooding that can occur in Hoi An during October and November.
TOUR
Magic Vietnam Cycling Tour (Winter alternative)
Practical Information
- Departure: Daily (winter only)
- Start: 8:00 AM - Return: 5:00 PM
- Duration:
- Tour Style: Culture • Riding • Scenery
- Distance: 28 km (17 miles)
- Level: Easy (click for details)
- Group Size: Min 1 - Max 8 adults
- Children welcome
- Guided in English or French
- Lunch at a local family home
- Private tour available on request
Set out on a full-day bicycle journey through rural Vietnam
Designed for the winter season, Magic Vietnam can replaces our Real Vietnam tour when floods or mud make certain countryside sections impractical. You follow a smooth, safe route that keeps the best of countryside life without tricky crossings.
We begin with an approximately 1-hour local boat transfer on the Thu Bon River delta. It is a calm cruise to a village in the islands and your gateway to rural Vietnam.
Morning ride (≈19 km): an easy, continuous pedal across rice fields and island lanes, with time to peek into everyday life such as a small rice mill or a family temple. We also make spontaneous stops when something catches the eye.
Lunch with a local family: share a home-cooked meal and stories. It is a simple, warm moment that says more than any brochure.
Afternoon ride (≈9 km): gentle cycling with curated stops at craft workshops: hand-woven sleeping mats, round basket boats, crossing the last wooden floating bridge, delicate mother-of-pearl inlay and much more. A short ferry brings us back to Hoi An around .
Cultural Visits & Activities on This Tour
Traditional Mat Weaving
Watch artisans weave traditional sleeping mats from rush reeds on bamboo looms. Learn this centuries-old craft still widely used in the countryside.
Basket Boat Making
Discover how traditional round boats are made from bamboo, natural resin, and a special ingredient revealed during your visit.
Traditional Wooden House
Visit an authentic wooden house and learn about Vietnamese culture, traditions, superstitions, and rural daily life.
Rice Fields & Farming
Cycle through rice paddies and discover traditional farming techniques used by local farmers for generations.
Local Ferry Crossing
Board a traditional ferry crossing the Thu Bon River delta. An authentic local transportation experience.
Basket Boat Experience
Row a basket boat yourself on a peaceful river surrounded by water coconut forest with Mrs. Phuong.
Mother of Pearl Inlay Workshop
Meet Mr. Phuoc and his wife. Watch this delicate craft passed down through 5 generations with incredible precision.
Traditional Lunch with Local Family
Enjoy Vietnamese cuisine under a giant mango tree. Choose from fish, chicken, or vegetarian dishes.
Wooden Floating Bridge
Cross the last remaining wooden floating bridge maintained by Mr. Truong. A disappearing piece of heritage.
Family Temple
Visit an intimate family temple. Learn about local superstitions, beliefs, and ancestral worship traditions.
Rice Paper Making
Watch artisans make traditional rice paper sheets by hand. Learn how rice is transformed into delicate paper used in Vietnamese spring rolls and cuisine.
Rice Mill & Processing
Visit a traditional rice mill. Discover how farmers remove the husk from harvested rice to get the white rice used in daily cooking.
Countryside Cycling Through Diverse Crops
Cycle through scenic farmland growing rice, corn, sweet potato, peanuts, cassava, etc. Experience the variety of crops that feed rural Vietnamese families.
Thu Bon River Boat Ride
Enjoy a scenic 1 hour boat transfer on the Thu Bon River with views of villages and the delta landscape.
Flexible & Spontaneous Discoveries
Our tours are flexible and adapt to what's happening in the countryside during your visit. We may make spontaneous stops to show you local activities.
Note: Activities may vary depending on the season and local events. These are examples of authentic experiences on our tour.
Would you like a private tour?
Prefer a shorter ride without lunch? Or a longer day (≈25 km) with more ride?
Highlights of Your Magic Vietnam Cycling Tour
- ⛵ ~1-hour river transfer on the Thu Bon River delta
- 🚲 Winter-ready full-day route - 28 km total
- 🛖 Craft stops: sleeping mats, basket boats, mother-of-pearl inlay, Wooden boat maker, ...
- 🌾 Island lanes and rice fields - Cross the wooden floating bridge.
- 🍲 Home-cooked lunch with a local family
- 🗣️ English or French-speaking guide
Why Choose Heaven & Earth for Your Hoi An Cycling Tour
Small groups
1 - 8 adults for comfort and safety
1 - 8 adults for comfort and safety
Local expert guides
Experienced, friendly, excellent English and French
Experienced, friendly, excellent English and French
Season-adapted route
Avoids muddy paths and affected bridges
Avoids muddy paths and affected bridges
Extra support
Assistant guide for groups larger than 4
Assistant guide for groups larger than 4
Your booking makes a difference
We support the local communities and partners we visit on our tours
We support the local communities and partners we visit on our tours
No tourist traps
We avoid shops and stops designed to sell you something — just real experiences
We avoid shops and stops designed to sell you something — just real experiences
Frequently Asked Questions About Magic Vietnam Tour
When is Magic Vietnam tour available?
Magic Vietnam can runs during the winter/rainy season (typically October to February) when our Real Vietnam tour may be affected by muddy paths. It offers the same quality experience on a safer route.
What's the difference between Magic Vietnam and Real Vietnam?
Magic Vietnam can runs in winter, avoids muddy paths, and totals 28 km instead of 25 km (Real Vietnam Tour). The morning section is longer at about 19 km while the afternoon keeps a relaxed cultural pace at about 9 km. All the visits and stops are similar on both tours.
How difficult is the Magic Vietnam tour?
Rated Easy with 28km of flat, traffic-free cycling (19km morning, 9km afternoon). Suitable for anyone with basic cycling fitness. We take plenty of breaks and the pace is relaxed.
What time does the tour start and finish?
Meet at , depart at , return around . Home-cooked lunch with local family is included.
What is included in the price?
Drinking water, 1-hour boat transfer on Thu Bon River, Well-maintained bikes, ferries, home-cooked lunch with local family, guided visits to artisan workshops, and an English or French-speaking guide. Helmets and baby seats on request.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, for children aged 8+ who can ride 28km comfortably. Younger children (2-6 years) can join in child seats, but consider the 9-hour duration. We recommend our shorter Countryside tours for younger kids. Flat terrain, very low traffic and frequent stops make it family-friendly.
Can I book an e-bike?
Yes. E-bikes are available for +9 USD per person (subject to availability).
I do not know how to ride a bicycle. Can I still join?
Absolutely! A tandem bicycle can be arranged on request (subject to availability) so you can join as a passenger while your partner or guide pedals. Perfect for non-cyclists who still want to experience the Real Vietnam.
What should I bring?
Bring sunscreen, a hat or cap, sunglasses, comfortable clothes and camera. A light windbreaker is recommended for the boat rides. We provide water, helmets, quality bicycles.
What happens if it rains?
All our tours run even in the rain — it's part of the adventure! Your safety comes first: if conditions are unsafe, we cancel (with a full refund) or postpone.
Can I book a private Magic Vietnam tour?
Yes! We offer private tours with complete flexibility:
- Flexible departure times - choose when you start
- Custom itineraries - choose what you see
- Adjustable timing - go at your own pace
- Personalized experience - tailored to your interests
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Enjoy quiet island roads through Vietnamese countryside
Peaceful countryside roads Magic Vietnam cycling tour
Explore lush rice fields on Magic Vietnam winter cycling tour
Cycling through rice paddies Magic Vietnam full day tour Hoi An
Try navigating a traditional Vietnamese basket boat
Basket boat experience Magic Vietnam full day tour
Enjoy authentic Vietnamese lunch with local family
Local family home lunch Magic Vietnam tour Hoi An
Practical Information: Times, Prices & What's Included
Times and dates
- Departure daily in winter, when the "Real Vietnam" tour road is muddy. Magic Vietnam avoid the muddy parts.
- Meeting point: our office at ; departure at (see map).
- Return: around .
Difficulty
- Suitable for the whole family.
- Flat roads, very low traffic, frequent stops to rest and take photos.
Distance
- About 28 km (17 miles) with several stops (about 19 km morning and about 9 km afternoon).
Don’t forget
- Sunscreen.
- Camera.
- Hat or cap.
- Sunglasses.
- Windbreaker.
Note
- Maximum: 8 adults per group (larger groups available for private tours).
- Cycling helmets are available on request.
- Bicycle with a baby seat available on request.
The price includes
- Home-cooked lunch at a local family (fish, meat or vegetarian).
- Bike for this tour: Hybrid bike
. - Tandem bicycle
available on request. - Bicycle baby seat
(available on request). - English or French speaking guide (please specify preference when booking).
- Assistant guide for groups larger than 4.
- Guided visits and activities.
- Drinking water.
- Boat transfer
(about 1 hour) on the Thu Bon River delta.
The price does not include
- Extra drink
- Insurance
- Hotel transfert (Meeting point at our office, 61 Ngo Quyen St. - Hoi An)
Prices
- Adult: 49 USD
- Child 6 - 12 years: 24 USD
- Child 4 - 5 years: 6 USD
- Child under 4 years: Free
- Ref. Tour BT-MV
From / per person
49$
Questions before booking? Contact us, we’ll be happy to help.
+84 235 3 864 362 info@vietnam-bicycle.com WhatsApp: +84 768 422 260
Important information
Price includes
- A traditional meal at the home of a local Vietnamese family (choice of fish, meat or vegetarian meal)
- Bike rental. The bicycles used for this tour are Hybrid bikes (All-Terrain Bikes) equipped with gears and a rear rack,
Tandem bicycle available upon request.
- Cycling helmet (available upon request).
- Bicycle with baby seat (available upon request).
- We provide drinking water.
- Tour guide speaking French or English (please indicate your preference when making your reservations)
- 1 hour long boat ride
on the Song Thu river delta. - Multiple visits and activities.
- A Guide Assistant, if more than 4 guests.
Price excludes
- Extra drink.
- Insurance.
- Hotel transfert. (Meeting point at our office, 61 Ngo Quyen St. - Hoi An)
Cancellation policy
- For Cancellations made 24 hours in advance of your departure, your full amount will be refunded.
- For a cancellation less than 24 hours from your departure, 70% will be refunded.
- If you do not show up at the designated departure time without notifying us at least 12 hours in advance, no refund will be made.
- In the case of rain at the time of departure, you may choose to postpone your tour to another day or cancel your tour and receive a full refund.
- If you have paid through PayPal, your refund will be made through PayPal. In the case of a cash payment, your refund will be made at our office in the currency in which you made the payment.
- Once the tour has begun, no refund may be requested.
- Heaven and Earth Tours reserves the right to interrupt a tour at any time. In this cas,e you will receive a full or partial refund.
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