The Insider’s Haiphong

1: Our motorbike team will pick you up at the hotel and take you to the meeting point along with other participants of the tour. You will receive a brief introduction on safety when riding as a passenger on the motorbike, as well as a detailed itinerary. The first stop is the Opera House, where you will learn about the French colonial period, its architecture, and its history.
2: The motorbike team will take you to the second destination, where you will visit the statue of General Le Chan, who played a significant role in the Trung Sisters’ uprising and contributed to reclaiming the land of Haiphong.
3: The next stop will be Nghe Temple, dedicated to General Le Chan, who pioneered the development of Haiphong. This is one of the oldest and most famous temples in Haiphong
4: Next, we will visit Do market, a famous market built during the French colonial period, where locals buy and sell fresh vegetables and food for daily life. You can stroll around this bustling market to experience the vibrant atmosphere typical of Haiphong.
5: The next stop will be the Haiphong Post Office. This is an integral part of Haiphong’s historical landscape, marking many important events in the city’s development, from the colonial period to the resistance wars and national construction. Many generations of Haiphong residents have been connected to this post office, not just as a postal service provider but also as a part of the cultural and social life.
6: After visiting the post office, we will head to Hoang Van Thu Bridge, which holds great significance not only for the economic development of the northern part of the city but also as an iconic symbol of Haiphong with its unique architecture.
7: From Hoang Van Thu Bridge, we can see Hoang Dieu Port. The port was established during the urbanization and modernization of Haiphong in the late 19th century when the French began to assert control and exploit resources in Vietnam. Haiphong was chosen as a major administrative, commercial, and industrial center, playing a strategic role in the French Indochina seaport system.
8: After the long ride and sightseeing, it’s time to relax and enjoy some coffee. You can try Vietnamese iced coffee with condensed milk, one of the country’s most famous beverages.
9: Finally, we will head to a local restaurant where you can savor Vietnamese cuisine. After lunch, the motorbike team will take you back to your hotel or anywhere you wish; just let the driver know.