Historical Rides Around the World: 5 to Book

1.Saigon Unseen, History, & Hidden Gems Sightseeing Motorbike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · from $33Our pick

Ride through Ho Chi Minh City with an English-speaking guide such as Kien, Hani, or Teo. Visit French colonial landmarks, a former weapons cellar, local markets, Chinatown, and a temple, with coffee, snacks, and hotel pickup offered.

“It was great fun scooting around the city with Emmy. Saw many memorable things ... time flew by. Tour includes stops for coffee and lunch --- an amazing value. The burning buddha statue and history is very hard hitting emotionally.”

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2.Hue Half-Day Motorbike Tour – Authentic Countryside of Vietnam, History, Culture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · from $36

Ride through Hue with a licensed guide and local driver, stopping at Thanh Toan Bridge, a rice museum, craft villages, Tiger Arena, and Thien Mu Pagoda. Guides such as Mr Happy and Von lead a private, hands-on tour with helmets, water, petrol, entrance fees, and ponchos when rain arrives.

“Excellent experience. Such a peaceful trip into the countryside and a great way to see the river and surrounding scenery. I felt very safe the entire ride.”

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3.Hue Motorbike & Boat Tour to Countryside & Heritage Sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $20Best value

Ride behind an English-speaking driver-guide through Hue’s countryside and royal sites. Visit the Citadel, Nguyen tombs, Thanh Toan Bridge, incense village, pagodas, and more, then cruise the Perfume River. Guides including Linh, Nhi, Trang, and Tommy can help shape the route.

“Tommy and his team of motorcycle drivers were punctual, professional and friendly. Tommy was knowledgeable and spoke English well. We have two children aged 9 and 11 and they really enjoyed the motorbikes. A great way to see all the historical sites of Hue. Tommy and his team were flexible and we could tailor the tour to what we wanted to see.”

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4.Kigali: Guided Art, History, and Food Tour with Moto Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 3 hours · from $25

Spend three hours with local guide Murekezi Aline exploring Kigali by foot and moto. Visit the Genocide Memorial, Niyo Art Center, Biryogo food street, the city-center sign, and Kimironko Market. Expect thoughtful history, local food, practical city tips, and a personal guide who speaks four languages.

“I recently had the pleasure of joining the Kigali Guided Art, History, and Food Tour, and I can't recommend it enough! The experience was an nice blend of culture, history, and Rwandan coffee, making it a highlight of my visit to Kigali. One of the standout features of the tour was the exhilarating ride by motorbike. It added an element of adventure, allowing us to navigate the city while taking in the vibrant sights and sounds of Kigali. Visiting the local market was another highlight of the tour. It was a feast for the senses, filled with colorful fruits and veggies and friendly vendors. Aline helped us explore the market,…”

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5.Lisbon Historic – Private Vintage Sidecar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Ride through central Lisbon in a vintage sidecar with a private English-speaking guide. You’ll see Praça do Comércio, Carmo Church, Rossio, the cathedral, the National Pantheon, viewpoints, and local streets, with pickup offered and room for two.

“The tour in side car around Lisbon, with the guide, was a fantastic experience! The 1-hour duration of the tour is perfect to appreciate the ride with the vehicle, the tour around some great points of interest in Lisbon, without having to block half a day for the experience. The guide (french-speaking for our experience), was really attentive to us, helping us to get in and out of the vehicle if needed, and did not hesitate to make the tour last a little bit longer than scheduled. During the break, he also offered us coffee cups and local sweets, which was very well appreciated. Thank you very much for the…”

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