Over the past 24 hours, the Hue tourism market has recorded a significant surge in self-drive electric motorcycle rental services. Major rental agencies in the city center, particularly around the Chu Van An and Vo Thi Sau pedestrian streets, have simultaneously launched the 'Eco-Hue' combo package, priced at only 120,000 VND to 150,000 VND per day. This rate includes travel insurance and standard helmets. Notably, tourists booking via online apps receive an additional 10% discount and free vehicle delivery within a 3km radius of the Hue Imperial Citadel.
One of the biggest concerns for tourists using electric scooters is running out of battery when traveling far to historic tombs like Gia Long or Minh Mang Tombs. To solve this, smart battery-swapping networks (such as Selex Motors) have just completed the installation of 5 new automatic battery-swapping stations at the gateways of major heritage sites. Instead of waiting 3-4 hours to charge, tourists only need 2 minutes to swap for a fully charged battery by scanning a QR code via the app, ensuring an uninterrupted journey.
This morning, the Thua Thien Hue Department of Tourism announced close cooperation with green transport enterprises to pilot the 'Green Heritage Tour' model. Tourists renting e-scooters will be provided with an integrated digital map showing charging points, battery-swapping stations, and local eateries that offer free charging for customers. This initiative aims to encourage sustainable tourism, reducing emissions and noise impact on the ancient heritage sites of the old capital.
According to practical feedback from backpacking communities in the last 24 hours, when riding e-scooters in Hue, tourists should maintain a steady speed of 35-45 km/h to maximize battery efficiency. Near the Imperial Citadel area, the management board has designated priority parking zones specifically for electric vehicles, equipped with free charging sockets. Tourists are advised to lock their vehicles securely and use the rental brand's companion app to easily locate their vehicles in large parking lots.
To attract international tourists and young travelers, a large-scale promotional campaign linking e-scooter rental companies with local Hue specialty restaurants (serving Banh Beo, Nam, Loc, and Bun Bo Hue) has officially launched. When renting an e-scooter for 2 days or more, tourists instantly receive a food discount coupon worth 50,000 VND. The combination of convenient green transport and signature local cuisine promises to deliver the most complete and economical experience for tourists visiting ancient Hue.
08-06-26 12:15:28
