Scooter Hire Vietnam, Laos & Thailand: The Ultimate Southeast Asia Adventure Guide

Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years guiding more than 100,000 travellers across Southeast Asia. This guide is crafted from real rider feedback and Legend Travel Group’s on-ground expertise. © By Legend Travel Group – All rights reserved.

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Nothing beats the wind in your hair, the smell of street food, and the freedom to stop at hidden waterfalls or roadside cafés whenever you feel like it. Scootering through Vietnam, Laos and Thailand is the ultimate Southeast Asia adventure — and Legend Travel Group makes it safe, simple and unforgettable.

Whether you dream of riding the Hai Van Pass in Vietnam, looping the Thakhek Loop in Laos, or island-hopping in southern Thailand, this guide gives you everything you need: trusted rental partners, must-ride routes, safety essentials, and exclusive Vietnam Travel, Laos Travel, Thailand Travel packages that include scooter hire with full support.

Vietnam – Legendary Coastal & Mountain Roads

• Hai Van Pass – Da Nang to Hue (Top Gear’s “most beautiful coastal road in the world”)

• Ho Chi Minh Road – Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (quiet, scenic alternative to Highway 1)

• Ha Giang Extreme Loop – 4 days of epic karsts and ethnic villages

• Mekong Delta backroads – floating markets & coconut lanes

Laos – Pure Freedom & Empty Roads

• Thakhek Loop – 4–5 days of limestone peaks, caves and turquoise lagoons

• Bolaven Plateau – waterfalls, coffee plantations and cool highland air

• Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang – dramatic river valleys and zero traffic

Thailand – Island & Jungle Heaven

• Mae Hong Son Loop (MHS) – 1,864 curves in northern Thailand

• Samui – Phangan – Tao island circuit by scooter + ferry

• Chiang Mai to Pai – mountain twists and hot springs

• Phuket to Krabi coastal run – beaches every 20 minutes

Choosing the Right Bike

• 110–150cc semi-automatic (Honda Wave, Yamaha Fino, Honda Scoopy) – perfect balance of power and ease

• Avoid 50cc bikes on mountain routes

• Always request helmet, lock, and rain poncho

Trusted Rental Partners (Legend Travel Group Approved)

• Hanoi → Tigit Motorbikes, Offroad Vietnam

• Hoi An / Da Nang → Rentabike Vietnam

• Luang Prabang / Vang Vieng → Fuark Laos

• Vientiane → Mad Monkey Motorbike

• Chiang Mai → Cat Motors, Pop Motorbike Rental

• Bangkok → Fatboy’s Motorbike Rental

• Phuket → Phuket Motorbike Rental

All partners offer buy-back programs, 24/7 support, and new helmets — exactly the same suppliers we use for our Vietnam Tours, Laos Tours, and Thailand Tours.

Documents You Need

• International Driving Permit 1949 (IDP) + national licence

• Passport (some shops accept photocopy + deposit)

• Cash deposit 3–8 million VND / 5–10 million LAK / 3,000–8,000 THB (refundable)

Daily Rental Prices (2025 rates)

• Vietnam: 150,000 – 350,000 VND ($6–$14 USD)

• Laos: 80,000 – 150,000 LAK ($4–$7 USD)

• Thailand: 200 – 400 THB ($6–$12 USD)

• Always wear a full-face helmet (we provide DOT/ECE helmets on all Legend tours)

• Ride on the right, pass on the left (Vietnam & Laos) – Thailand drives on the left

• Never ride after drinking — zero tolerance in all three countries

• Carry offline Maps.me + Google Translate

• Take photos of the bike before riding (damage check)

• Petrol is cheap: 22,000 VND / 15,000 LAK / 40 THB per litre

Why stress about rentals, routes, and breakdowns when you can ride with total peace of mind?

All Legend Travel Group scooter tours include:

• Brand-new or near-new 125–150cc bikes

• Full insurance & 24/7 mechanical support

• English-speaking ride leader + support van

• Pre-booked boutique hotels & hidden homestays

• Only 10% deposit – pay balance 30 days before departure

• Flexible cancellation up to 45 days

Choose your freedom:

• 12-Day Vietnam Motorbike Odyssey (Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City)

• 9-Day Laos Thakhek & Bolaven Loop

• 10-Day Northern Thailand Mae Hong Son + Golden Triangle

• 14-Day Ultimate Indochina Loop (Vietnam → Laos → Thailand)

Book your Vietnam Tours, Laos Tours, or Thailand Tours today at https://www.legendtravelgroup.com

• Lightweight quick-dry riding jacket & pants

• Full-face helmet (or use ours)

• Waterproof phone holder & power bank

• Reusable water bottle & snacks

• Rain poncho & dry bag

• GoPro or Insta360 for epic footage

• Small first-aid kit & copies of documents

• Scooter rental: $6–$14

• Fuel: $3–$6

• Food: $5–$12

• Accommodation: $10–$40

• Total self-ride: $25–$70/day

• Legend Travel Group all-inclusive tour: $110–$180/day (everything covered + zero worries)

• Start early – beat the heat and trucks

• Fill up every 150 km – stations can be sparse in Laos

• Smile and slow down at police checkpoints (usually just a friendly wave)

• Use Grab or local apps for city navigation

• Join our supported tours if you want the freedom without the stress

• Do I need an International Driving Permit? → Yes, IDP 1949 + national licence required in all three countries.

• Is it safe to ride as a beginner? → Yes on our supported Vietnam Tours, Laos Tours, Thailand Tours — ride leader sets easy pace.

• Can I cross borders on a rented scooter? → Not allowed. Fly or take bus between countries, then rent locally.

• What if the bike breaks down? → Legend Travel Group support van & mechanic 24/7 on our tours.

• When is the best time to ride? → November–April (dry & cool) — perfect weather, empty roads.

Every Legend Travel Group scooter tour plants 10 trees per rider and supports local communities along the route.

Book your ultimate Southeast Asia scooter adventure today — only 10% deposit, balance 30 days before departure. Keep your peace of mind, ride with the best.

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