Motorbike Rental Vietnam
Phu Tho Motorbike Rental: 10 Best Shops (2026 Guide)
Phu Tho motorbike rental is the smart way to explore Vietnam’s ancestral homeland, the land of the Hùng Kings. From the great shrine at Đền Hùng just outside Việt Trì to the emerald tea hills of Long Cốc, the hot springs of Thanh Thủy and the wild forest of Xuân Sơn, a scooter turns a string of scattered sights into one flowing ride. This 2026 guide lists the 10 best rental shops in Phú Thọ, honest prices, the licence rules for foreigners and the routes worth planning your trip around.
Why rent a motorbike in Phú Thọ?
Phu Tho motorbike rental unlocks a province where the sights are scattered across river plains, tea hills and forested mountains — distances that make a scooter far handier than taxis or tours.
Ancestral homeland
Đền Hùng, the shrine to the Hùng Kings on Nghĩa Lĩnh mountain, is the spiritual root of the whole nation — and an easy ride from Việt Trì.
Emerald tea hills
The rolling domes of Long Cốc are nicknamed the “Ha Long Bay of tea hills” and look their most magical under dawn mist.
Springs & forest
Soak in the mineral springs of Thanh Thủy or ride into Xuân Sơn National Park for caves, waterfalls and Mường and Dao villages.
Cheap & close to Hanoi
Only 70–90 km northwest of Hanoi on gentle roads, Phú Thọ is one of the cheapest and easiest provinces to explore on two wheels.
Phu Tho motorbike rental prices (2026)
Phú Thọ is very affordable and prices are stable in 2026. Expect roughly these daily rates, with useful discounts on multi-day and weekly hires.
| Bike type | Daily rate (2026) | Deposit | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-auto (Wave, Sirius) | 100,000–140,000₫ | Passport or 1–2M₫ | City, Đền Hùng & short trips |
| Automatic (Vision, Lead, Air Blade) | 130,000–180,000₫ | Passport or 1–2M₫ | Easy touring & couples |
| Manual / sport (Winner, Exciter) | 180,000–250,000₫ | 2–3M₫ | Long rides to Xuân Sơn & Long Cốc |
| Weekly hire (any bike) | from ≈700,000₫/week | By arrangement | Multi-day explorers |
The 10 best Phu Tho motorbike rental shops
These are the most reputable places for Phu Tho motorbike rental, most of them clustered in Việt Trì city near Đền Hùng. Always confirm the current rate and check the bike before you ride off.
Viet Tri Motorbike
- Location: Trần Nguyên Hãn, P. Thanh Miếu, Việt Trì
- Phone: 0985 032 266
- Price: 100,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: Wide range from scooters to Exciters
Thủy Hùng
- Location: 44 Đại Lộ Hùng Vương, P. Thanh Miếu, Việt Trì
- Phone: 0368 864 555
- Price: 100,000–150,000₫/day
- Best for: Simple, well-priced scooters in the centre
Trường Thảo
- Location: Khu Liên Phương, Việt Trì
- Phone: 0979 884 812
- Price: 100,000–180,000₫/day
- Best for: A tidy fleet at fair rates
Sao Việt
- Location: Vân Phú, Việt Trì
- Phone: 091 405 4882
- Price: Budget rates
- Best for: Backpackers — ID accepted, no cash deposit
Đại An
- Location: 36 Nguyễn Du, P. Nông Trang, Việt Trì
- Phone: 0975 113 368
- Price: from 120,000₫/day
- Best for: Delivery around Việt Trì
Hotel & homestay rental
- Location: Việt Trì & Đền Hùng accommodation
- Phone: Ask your reception / host
- Price: ≈120,000–180,000₫/day
- Best for: The easiest option — a bike waiting at your door
Việt Trì station pickup
- Location: Việt Trì railway & bus stations
- Phone: Arrange via a Việt Trì shop
- Price: ≈120,000–170,000₫/day
- Best for: Arriving by train or coach from Hanoi
Đền Hùng festival rentals
- Location: Around Đền Hùng, Hy Cương
- Phone: Book ahead in April
- Price: ≈150,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: Beating the crowds during Giỗ Tổ
Thanh Thủy resort rental
- Location: Hot-spring resorts, Thanh Thủy
- Phone: Via resort concierge
- Price: ≈150,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: Spa-goers exploring the Đà riverside
Rent in Hanoi & ride up
- Location: Hanoi Old Quarter shops
- Phone: Many with English service
- Price: ≈150,000–250,000₫/day
- Best for: Riders touring the north — Phú Thọ is only ~80 km
How to rent a motorbike in Phu Tho step by step
Phu Tho motorbike rental is quick, cheap and low-hassle once you know the routine. Here is how to do it right:
- Book ahead for the April festival. Around Giỗ Tổ Hùng Vương the bikes near Việt Trì station and Đền Hùng sell out fast, so message a shop a day or two early.
- Bring your papers. Carry your passport, home driving licence and an International Driving Permit. Most shops take a passport photo or a cash deposit rather than the original.
- Inspect the bike. Test the brakes, lights, horn and mirrors, and photograph any scratches before you ride off so the deposit dispute never happens.
- Agree the deposit. Expect a passport copy or 1–3 million₫. Get the daily rate, the fuel policy and the return time written down or sent over Zalo.
- Check fuel & helmets. Bikes often leave nearly empty — fill up at the first station in town. Insist on two decent helmets, not thin plastic shells.
- Save the shop’s Zalo. A quick Zalo message is the fastest way to sort a flat tyre, a breakdown or a late return anywhere in the province.
Licence & law for foreigners
Ride legally — the roads around Việt Trì and out to Đền Hùng are regularly policed, especially in festival season.
The best motorbike routes around Phu Tho
Đền Hùng (Hùng Kings Temple)
The headline ride — a series of ancient temples climbing Nghĩa Lĩnh mountain to honour the founding kings of Vietnam, set in cool forest with sweeping views over the Hồng river plain.
Bạch Hạc & the three rivers
Ride to the confluence where the Hồng, Lô and Đà rivers meet, and the riverside Đền Tam Giang — a peaceful, atmospheric corner of Việt Trì steeped in legend.
Thanh Thủy hot springs
Follow the Đà river southwest to the mineral hot springs of Thanh Thủy, a string of spa resorts framed by Ba Vì mountain rising across the water — a perfect soak after a day’s riding.
Long Cốc tea hills
The most photogenic ride in the province: hundreds of rounded tea domes that glow at sunrise under a sea of mist, earning Long Cốc its nickname, the “Ha Long Bay of tea hills”.
Xuân Sơn National Park
Deep in the far west, a forested karst park of limestone caves, waterfalls and Mường and Dao villages — a proper adventure ride best kept for a dry, clear day.
Ao Giời – Suối Tiên & Ao Châu
In Hạ Hòa, the “fairy stream” waterfalls of Ao Giời – Suối Tiên and the island-dotted lake of Đầm Ao Châu make a cool, green loop through the northern hills.
Safety & riding tips
- Watch the highways. QL2 and QL32 carry fast trucks and buses around Việt Trì — keep right, signal early and avoid them after dark where a smaller road exists.
- Fuel up before the west. Stations thin out badly on the way to Long Cốc and Xuân Sơn, so top up in the last town and carry water.
- Mind festival crowds. Around Đền Hùng in April the lanes fill with coaches and pilgrims on foot; ride slowly and park where attendants direct you.
- Respect mountain weather. The Xuân Sơn hills get sudden fog and rain — a cheap poncho lives easily under the seat, and slick roads mean gentle braking.
- Ride sober and slow at dawn. Long Cốc is best at sunrise, but morning mist cuts visibility, so keep your lights on and your speed down.
Heading to Hội An or Đà Nẵng next?
Travelling down to Hội An? Rent with Anh Khoa
Phú Thọ is a rewarding ancestral-country detour northwest of Hanoi — and when your trip reaches central Vietnam, Anh Khoa rents clean, well-serviced scooters and electric bikes in Hội An and Đà Nẵng from just $4.7/day, with free hotel delivery, quality helmets and 24/7 help. (We’re a Hội An shop and don’t operate in Phú Thọ — but the central coast is well worth the ride.)
See Hội An motorbike rental →Phu Tho motorbike rental FAQ
How much is motorbike rental in Phu Tho in 2026?
Around 100,000–180,000₫ (about $4–7) a day for a scooter or semi-auto, and 180,000–250,000₫ for a manual or sport bike. Multi-day and weekly hires are usually discounted.
Can foreigners legally rent and ride in Phú Thọ?
Yes. Carry an International Driving Permit (1968 Vienna Convention) together with your home licence, and always wear a helmet — the roads around Việt Trì and Đền Hùng are regularly policed.
How do I get from Hanoi to Phú Thọ and Đền Hùng?
Việt Trì is only about 80 km northwest of Hanoi — roughly two hours by bike, or a short train ride to Việt Trì station where shops rent bikes. Đền Hùng is then about 10 km further out.
Is Đền Hùng worth visiting by motorbike?
Absolutely — it is the national ancestral shrine and an easy 10 km ride from Việt Trì. Park at the foot of the hill and climb the temple steps through the forest on foot.
When is the Hùng Kings festival in Phú Thọ?
Giỗ Tổ Hùng Vương falls on the 10th day of the third lunar month, usually in April. It is a national holiday and Đền Hùng gets extremely busy, so book a bike well ahead.
Can I ride to the Long Cốc tea hills?
Yes — Long Cốc is about 70 km west of Việt Trì. Aim to arrive at sunrise, when mist pools between the tea domes and the light is at its most beautiful.
Is Xuân Sơn National Park reachable by scooter?
It is, about 85 km west, but the mountain roads are quieter and rougher — fuel up beforehand, go on a dry day and allow plenty of daylight for the return.
Do I need a deposit to rent a bike?
Usually yes — either a cash deposit of 1–3 million₫ or a passport copy. A few budget shops in Việt Trì accept just your ID with no cash held.
Sources: Gia Huy, Motogo. Prices verified July 2026 — please confirm the current rate with each shop before booking.
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