Hue Motorbike Tour & Vegetarian Lunch at Buddhist Nunnery

Summary

Explore Hue’s Hidden Corners by Motorbike with Local Guides

You’ll ride through real villages on motorbikes with local drivers, visit famous sites like Thanh Toan Bridge and Thien Mu Pagoda, shop at Dong Ba Market, and share a homemade vegetarian lunch with Buddhist nuns—a true taste of Hue beyond the usual tourist trail.

What’s the experience like?

The morning air in Hue feels cool as we hop onto the back of our motorbikes—each one driven by a local who knows these streets like the back of their hand. Right away, we’re off, weaving past rows of duck farms and water buffaloes grazing lazily near the rice paddies. The smell of wet earth mixes with the distant sound of roosters. It’s not just sightseeing—it’s being part of the rhythm here.

Our first stop is Thanh Toan Bridge, tucked beside a quiet village road. There’s an old lady selling sticky rice under the shade, and kids wave as we pass. We linger for photos before heading to the Tomb of Tu Duc. Our guide, Mr. Hien, shares stories about the royal family—he even points out carvings I’d never have noticed alone.

We zip over to Dong Ba Market next. It’s busy—vendors calling out prices, baskets full of herbs and chili peppers everywhere. I grab a cold sugarcane juice from a stall (the best way to cool off). Then it’s on to Thien Mu Pagoda, right by the Perfume River. We catch monks chanting; their voices echo softly around us.

The highlight? Lunch at a Buddhist nunnery. The nuns welcome us with gentle smiles and serve up simple vegetarian dishes—fresh tofu, stir-fried greens, and soup that tastes like it’s been simmering all morning. It’s peaceful here; you can hear birds outside and nothing else.

We finish at Hue Citadel—massive gates, faded walls, bits of history everywhere you look. By now I’m dusty but happy, feeling like I’ve seen a side of Hue most tourists miss.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hue Highlights and Vegetarian Lunch

• Visit Hue Citadel (Dai Noi)
• See monks chanting at Thien Mu Pagoda
• Explore Dong Ba Market
• Tour Tomb of Tu Duc
• Walk across Thanh Toan Bridge and rice fields
• View Perfume River and Bunker Hill
• Enjoy vegetarian lunch at Buddhist nunnery

Top questions

Is this tour suitable for beginners or people who haven’t ridden motorbikes before?

Yes! You’ll ride as a passenger with experienced local drivers—it’s safe and easy for all levels.

Are there vegetarian or vegan options for lunch?

Lunch is fully vegetarian and prepared by Buddhist nuns using fresh local ingredients.

What should I wear or bring?

Light clothing works best (it can get warm), plus sunscreen and sunglasses. Helmets are provided.

Can families join this tour?

Absolutely—special infant seats are available if needed, so families are welcome!

What’s included

Your day includes lunch at the nunnery, an English-speaking licensed guide who really knows Hue, friendly local drivers (all licensed), insurance coverage for peace of mind, plus plenty of cold bottled water along the way.