Hanoi Countryside Jeep Tour to Co Loa Citadel
- 4–4.5 hours
- Free hotel pickup
- English-speaking guide
- Private option
From $59 per adult
- Free date change
- Reserve now & pay later
Rice fields, legends and Vietnam's oldest capital, by vintage army Jeep.
Highlights
- Optional: a female guide in the traditional Vietnamese ao dai (+US$5 per person)
- Cross the Red River with views of Long Bien Bridge
- Rice fields, buffaloes and a village market
- Co Loa Citadel and the temple of King An Duong Vuong
- Lotus tea and koi fish at a countryside lotus garden
- Egg coffee by West Lake and a Bun Cha meal
What travellers say
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
We did the morning Jeep tour through Hanoi backstreets and Banana Island with Eco Trip Asia. Outstanding service! Our driver was skilled and navigating Hanoi traffic was actually a breeze. The coffee stop at the railway track was unforgettable. Highly recommended!
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our morning with Liam and our driver, who wove us in and out of traffic like an expert. The inclusion of a stop on Banana Island for tea, bananas and a peanut snack let us see a different side of this busy city. Cold, bottled water was welcome on a warm day and lunch was tasty. Liam was personable and informative. 😊
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
If you only have a short period of time in Hanoi, this is a great fast and furious tour, shows you the land marks, plus a bit of back street culture and the train. It was great fun and the trip to the B52 museum was pretty impressive. I recommend this short but sweet trip and our guide, Bee, was great, excellent English!
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
Brilliant half day tour in Hanoi! The guide spoke great English, answered every question about Vietnamese lifestyle and culture, and the vintage open-top vehicle made it super fun and breezy in the summer heat.
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
Super well organized tour by City Tour Hanoi team. From pickup at the hotel to the delicious egg coffee at the train street café, everything was flawless. The driver took safety very seriously.
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
I had a beautiful experience with Luna Ao Dai Female Guide She’s so kind and sweet and most of all she’s so knowledgeable.She knows the assignment..I loved how patient she is in taking me a pictures .It’s a 100/10 for me..
About this tour
- Free date changeDeposits are non-refundable, but you can move your tour to another date, subject to availability.
- Reserve now & pay laterSend a booking request for free. A small deposit secures your spot; the rest is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
- Duration 4–4.5 hoursStarting times: 08:00, 12:30
- Live tour guideEnglish-speaking guide
- Pickup & meeting pointFree hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Group size1–6 guests per booking
- Private tour availableBook a private tour for just your party, with your own guide and vehicle.
- DifficultyEasy
Itinerary
-
Start
Cross the Red River
Leave the Old Quarter over Chuong Duong Bridge, with Long Bien Bridge, banana farms and river life below.
Countryside villages & market
Drive between rice fields where buffaloes graze, meet farmers and walk through a local market.
Co Loa Citadel
Explore the earthen ramparts of Vietnam's capital from the 3rd century BC and visit the temple of King An Duong Vuong, hearing the legend of the Golden Turtle and the magic crossbow.
Lotus garden & koi pond
Relax with a cup of lotus tea, feed the koi and take photos among the lotus flowers.
Egg coffee by West Lake
Return to the city for egg coffee in a café overlooking the lake.
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Finish
Bun Cha
Enjoy Bun Cha, grilled pork with noodles and herbs — lunch comes at the end of the morning tour and at the start of the afternoon tour.
The route is approximate and may change with traffic and weather.
Full description
Just across the Red River, Hanoi’s countryside feels a world away. On this half-day Jeep tour you cross the river with views of Long Bien Bridge and head out to rice fields, village markets and Co Loa Citadel — the spiral fortress that served as Vietnam’s capital more than two thousand years ago.
Your guide brings the legend of King An Duong Vuong and his magic crossbow to life at the temple, then you slow down at a lotus garden with lotus tea and koi fish. Back by West Lake you enjoy egg coffee, and the tour includes a meal of Bun Cha. It is an easy way to see rural northern Vietnam without a long drive.
Great for
- History lovers
- Travellers who want to see rural Vietnam
- Families
- History
- Countryside
- Ancient citadel
- Rural life
Includes
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Vintage army Jeep with professional driver
- Lunch (Bun Cha) and egg coffee
- Entrance fees and bottled water
- Travel insurance
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter
- Rain ponchos if needed
Not included
- Extra drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips for your guide and riders/driver (optional)
- Anything not mentioned as included
Prices
| Traveller | Group tour | Private tour |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (9+ years) | $59 | $75 |
| Child (5–8 years) · 75% of adult | $44.25 | $56.25 |
| Child (under 5 years) | Free | Free |
Pickup
Free hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Free hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Staying outside the Old Quarter: meet us at 46 Nguyen Huu Huan Street or Hanoi Opera House
- I will meet the guide at the starting point
Important information
- Lotus flowers bloom mainly from May to August
- A surcharge applies on public holidays such as Lunar New Year, payable on site
- Optional: female guide in a traditional ao dai — US$5 per person. Tick it when you book
- Each child gets their own child seat. Babies too small to sit alone ride with you, on your lap
- The jeep has a canvas roof, but rain blows in from the sides, so we give you a poncho
- A deposit confirms your booking: 15% for bookings under $100, 10% for larger bookings. The balance is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
- Deposits are non-refundable. You can change your tour date, subject to availability.
Frequently asked questions
Are food and drinks included?
Yes — the food and drinks listed in the itinerary are included. Vegetarian and vegan options are available; just tell us about any dietary needs when you book.
What happens if it rains?
Tours run in rain or shine. We provide rain ponchos, and your guide may adjust the order of stops to keep you comfortable. If we have to cancel because the weather makes the tour unsafe, you can move it to another date free of charge or choose a full refund. If the tour goes ahead and you decide not to join, the deposit is not refundable, but you can still change your date.
What is the difference between the group and the private tour?
On the group tour you may share the experience with a few other travellers. The private tour is just for your party, with your own guide and vehicle, and the timing can be adapted to you.
How much do children pay?
Children aged 5–8 pay 75% of the adult price and children under 5 join for free. From age 9 the adult price applies.
Can I change my date or cancel?
Deposits are non-refundable, but you can move your tour to another date, subject to availability.
Do I have to pay now?
Send a booking request for free. A small deposit secures your spot; the rest is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
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