Marie Zu Salm - 15/02/12
'Taste of the highlands 2 day Hue to Hoi An tour

I just arrived in Hoi An after a two day trip with Linh from Hue Riders. Linh picked me up at my hotel in Hue and we drove through the mountains down the Ho Chi Minh trail, passed country villages and stopped at local places for coffee breaks and lunch. Linh was very kind and I felt safe and very well looked after the entire trip. The scenery was breath taking and I enjoyed every second of this trip. I would recommend everyone who has the time to do the 2day tour as it is really worth it. Thank you very much Linh for taking such good care of me and for being such a good and safe driver. I couldn't have wished for a better driver!

Chris and Laura Simkiss from England - 20/04/11
2 day custom Hue-DMZ tour

Hi guys! Just wanted to say a big thank for our 2 day tour that you took us on around the DMZ and back along HO CHI MIN trail. We had an excellent time, really enjoyed it, for me it was my favourite part of travelling so far, and we've been away for 2 months! Now I just have to buy a motorbike when I get home. Read more here on their blog!

Sharon and Brence from New Zealand - 18/10/10
Sapa to Hanoi - Northwest Loop

Wow what a great way to see the countryside and get to all the sights. We are travelling as a family of 5 (kids 14, 13 and 7). We decided to do a day trip around Hue. Awesome day even though it was raining.
We felt very safe burning around the country!! Cruising through rice paddies and through some amazing villages! A great way to really get into the culture. Saw all the sights - in our own time, no waiting for others. Had a fabulous lunch as well. Decided after such a great experience to travel to Hoi An with them also. Children and bags - what a great way to go. Regular stops and some great photo opportunities. The Elephant water springs was the best stop ever! The kids had a great time jumping off the rocks and swimming in the cool rock pools. Very helpful too. Our hotel we wanted was all booked out, so they helped us find another.
Couldn't recommend them highly enough. Excellent and very trustworthy!!
Thanks Guys, Jo & Leo.

Liam O'Connor from Ireland 25/02/09
History, Hilltribes & the Ho Chi Minh Trail

The worst possible thing you could do is to be offered this wonderful experience & reject it.
We all had an incredible time with these open, kind and trustworthy people.
Having travelled the world and seen alot these guys showed me the REAL VIETNAM.
The locals and landscape were a breath of fresh air. Now I would consider Vietnam the greatest country because of Hieu and his team.

Justin from USA 10/03/09
Southern Delights

Thank you so much for the amazing adventure across central Vietnam.
For me, this motorbike trip has been the highlight of my travels in Vietnam. For anyone comtemplating an adventure with Hung and Hue Riders, take the time to see Vietnam by motorbike...from Hue to Dalat...or customize your adventure with them. It is an understatement just to say it will be an adventure you will never forget.

Chris Conner from Canada 11/02/09
Taste of the Highlands, Hue in a Day

First things first: Hieu is not trying to scam you or take your money, you are safe with him.
My name is Chris and I'm a 25 year old civil engineer from Canada. I just finished the Hue City Tour and the 2 day trip to Hoi An via the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Both were Amazing.
You will get the following if you decide to use Hieu:
SAFETY - His bike is in good shape and in 3 days i never once felt in danger.
SERVICE - Hieu cleaned my silverwear, buckled my helmut and stopped where ever I wanted.
FOOD - Hieu knows amazing local restaurants at dirt cheap prices, he picked my food for me for 3 days and I did not have a bad meal or spend more than 25,000 dong.
THE REAL VIETNAM - Doing the 2 day trip to Hoi An was one of my best travel experiences to date.
The country is beautiful and the best way to see it is from a motorcycle. The wind in your face and the ability to look around, Plus he will stip whenever you want for photos.
The minority groups you will see are real. The don't try to sell you anything - they just want to come and say hello. They are easily the friendliest people I have seen in my travels.
If you don't take the tour with Hieu you will not see the real Vietnam. For the price of a pair of nice pants you can have something you will never forget, Don't worry about the money. Just do it!! Thank you so much Hieu.

Nevin Sood from London, UK 13/01/09
Southern Delights, Hue in a Day

If you are reading this then you are a step closer to an amazing adventure to SEE, TASTE & EXPERIENCE the "Real Vietnam"!. My girlfriend and I met Hung and Hieu on a rainy afternoon on Hue. We were both a little apprehensive - we knew we wanted to really see Vietnam and all the country has to offer - but only had a reletively short time.
After chatting to Hung & Hieu we both had a good vibe and initially signed up to the Hue City Tour - by lunchtime in a great vietnamese restaurant (phuong Nam Cafe) with them both - we had already signed up to the 7 day / 6 night tour to Mui Ne. We could not wish to meet two kinder more hospitable gentleman - they looked after us as if we were family.
I am sitting writing this in Mui Ne after what I can only describe as an adventure of a lifetime! All of my initial disapointment of Hanoi were blown away as our tour began. We were lucky enough to see places, meet local people that you simply would not be able to in a bus or train! BURN YOUR BUS / TRAIN TICKET NOW !!!
These guys will safely take you around the most amazing places on a bike. You experience everything, the changing scenery, coffee plantations, rubber plantations, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, local village children waving frantically at you wanting to practice their few words of english! And the food!! Oh the food - amazing Vietnamese foood in simple local places. We shared breakfast, lunch and dinner with Hung and Hieu for 7 days, every meal a delight. so accommodating. Talking of accommodation, good, clean, simple hotels with ensuite bathrooms and hot water! Enjoying lunch and dinner with Hieu's family enroute was a highlight - trust me - you will never experience hospitality like a vietnamese family. Hung & Hieu - I cannot thank you enough my friends, the motorbike tour with Hue Riders has been unforgettable for us both. I only hope we can repay your care and hospitality sometime in the near future. Thank you, Nev

Thea Ford from UK 13/01/09
Southern Delights

Definately the REAL Vietnam. Meeting Hieu and Hung was the best thing to happen to me my whole trip - SERIOUSLY!
Before we decided to take the plunge with them I wasn't understanding why everyone said Vietnam was the most beautiful country - now I understand and am in LOVE with Vietnam.
Over the past 7 days I have breezed through beautiful countryside, met local people, see minority tribes, climbed around amazing waterfalls and eaten the most delicious food. Before agreeing to go I was nervous about what the accommodation would be like (and everything else actually) but we were more than pleased - we've had the best 7 days ever.
Along the way you will also have the privaledge to learn first hand about Vietnam's history and culture and it's all fantastic.
PLEASE DON'T CHOOSE THE BUS OR THE TRAIN! They are boring and cramped and all you will see are tourists! Hieu is lovely and hilarious company too - very kind and trustworthy - he will really look after you and your luggage.
Thank you so much Hieu - without you I would never have seen Vietnam for real (or tasted, smelt, felt, etc, etc!)

Mat and Danielle from Sydney, Australia 24/12/08
Taste of the Highlands

There is no better way to see Vietnam, than on the back of a motorbike with Linh and Hung. We met the guys at the Phuong Nam Cafe and booked a one day trip around Hue. Unfortunatley we already had transport to Hoi An, but decided the Hue Day trip was that good that we would take the 2 day trip back from Hoi and to Hue. I would recommend this trip to everyone, the Ho Chi Minh Trail is amazing and its made even better travelling with Linh and Hung who take you to all the best pleaces to eat and drink, a truly Vietnamese experience! Taking this trip was the highlight of our time in Vietnam!

Matt Baillie from Australia 25/11/08
Hue to Hoi An

If you're looking for a stylish way to travel around Central Vietnam, hopping on a bike with Linh or Hung is definatley the way to go! The Hai Van pass through the mountains alone is enough to make the Hue - Hoi An journey worthwhile, an experience you'll never find on the open tour bus.
Plus, their recommendations for food and lodging are actually good value!

Nicky and Jon from Cardiff, UK 10/11/08
Hue in a Day

Really cool day with Tam and his friend around the city - we did so much! First we went to the Pagoda where he explained the history to us in great english! Second we went to the American Bunker where there is a great view of the perfume river and ate some local fruit! Third to the Emperors tomb (55000 entry) Forth another pagoda, then the four of us had lunch in a local restaurant and had local food which was lush! After lunch we went to the Citadel to take photos. The tour ended after going to the Countryside through rice fields and villages to the Japanese bridge where he explained the history with us and played football with the local kids.
Great day out - recommend to all ages!

Jon and Steph O'Connor from Sydney, Australia 23/10/08
Explore the DMZ, Hue in a Day

My husband and I met Quy at Phuong Nam Cafe and decided to do a day trip around Hue. The next day Linh and Quy met us and took is on the most fantastic motorbike ride of our lives!! We were so impressed we wanted another day with them. The DMZ was amazing and we would recommend it to everyone. Linh is a perfect driver and the two of them have made our trip to Hue the BEST EVER!
Thank you Linh & Quy.
We hope to keep in touch with you both - you have made our trip!

Jenna from USA 11/10/08
Southern Delights, Hue in a Day

I spent 9 days with Quy, one for the day tour, and then 8 down to Mui Ne. I was on a tight budget and planning to just take the bus but I am so glad he convinced me otherwise. It was an AMAZING trip.
The views are beautiful and Quy is really knowledgeable. He shared with me so much about Vietnam and about his own life and family. I feel like this was a really enriching experience plus it was incredibly fun! There is no other way to see this country and Quy is the best guide you can find I'm sure. He is also a really safe driver and a great singer :) Go for it! You won't regret it!

Loren and Scott from Melbourne, Australia 20/09/08
Taste of the Highlands

Such a brilliant way to see Vietnam!! It sure beats sitting on a bus.
Linh and Quy are very safe and experienced drivers and I would recommend them to anyone who would usually be completley scared of speeding through the open road on a motorbike (ME!)
The stops along the way were beautiful - we felt like we had them all to ourselves. Just do it, even if its just this once - we weren't sure at first but now we don't regret a thing. The scenery is far more beautiful when you have the wind blowing through your hair! So much fun, I will remember it forever.
Thanks Linh and Quy!

Mark and Susan from Amsterdam, The Netherlands 05/09/08
Hue to Hoi An

Quy is really great as well as his friend Tam! Coming from the airport, we were thinking about doing the Hue-Hoi An trip by train and bus. FORGET IT!! Doing it on the back of Quy's motorbike is far better, relaxed and nicer than by public transport. Although a bit more expensive, really worth the money! On the road a couple of rests and stops at nice places, especially the Elephant Springs. On top of this Quy drives really good, his motor is also very comfy so don't worry about that. To sum up: Highly recommended. Quy - thanks for the experience and the talks. You showed us how Vietnam and its people is!
Thanks, Mark (& Susan)

Jon from California, USA 16/08/08
Taste of the Highlands

Tam and Quy were great, seriously great guys and you can totally be yourselves with them. I was travelling with my girlfriend and whenever we wanted to stop to take photos, swim, look at cows etc ... they stopped. We also met some of the indigineous people on the road and they helped us greet them (translate)! These guys are cool, easy-going honest folks and you'll be very happy with them.

Charlotte from the Netherlands 30/06/08
History, Hilltribes and the Ho Chi Minh Trail

Dear Travellers, If you have any doubts about this tour, hesitate no longer! If you want to see the real Vietnam and get away from the tourist life for a while, this is the trip to take! It has many elements in one, for the adventures, riding a motorcycle over the Ho Chi Minh route never gets boring. And at the same time you can relax in a natural spring or be amazed by the fantastic views. Hung's english is up to standard and his conversations are interesting! To everyone who takes this trip, Enjoy!

Alek from Montreal, Canada 02/06/08
Taste of the Highlands

Hey Everyone! Don't think twice, just go!
We hesitated for a minute and only lost 60 seconds. We've been travelling for months and this tour is one of my favourites. Wish I had more time! The motorbike ride alone is worth it. Do it, its a must!
The sites are great, the drivers even better, thanks Hieu, your'e an awesome guy!

Jenny from Manchester, England 23/04/08
Taste of the Highlands, Hue in a Day

I have had a brilliant time.
I didn't know it until i met you but a trip in the mountains on your motorbike was just what I wanted to do. I have smiled the whole way, I would love to go further but unfortunatley I don't have time.
Hung is a great guide, he is knowledgeable and a safe rider.
If you read this and are not sure take a day trip with him. I have seen and experienced things that I would not have if i hadn't met Hung.
This is a definate highlight of my holiday and will be the part i remember most.
Thanks so much, Jenny

Caroline Tyler 10/05/07
Hue to Hoi An

Believe everything you read from the people before me!!! From my own perspective as a woman travelling alone it was a very pleasant surprise to find such a good reliable driver and guide.
I felt safe the whole time (8 hrs on the back of a motorbike) and was able therefore to really enjoy the view as we travelled, 100x better than being in a bus. I never usually write recommendations but wholeheartedly recommend Tam.

David and Ellen from Philadelphia USA 26/01/07
Hue in a Day

We came to Hue to go on the Dragon Boat but were pursuaded to go with Tam on his Motorbike, WHAT A GREAT DAY! Tombs, Temples, Pagoda, covered bridge, museum and a great look at the countryside from the back of a bike. You can't get this from a bus or a boat. Take this Trip!!