Embark on a unique 7-day cycling expedition through Northern Vietnam, where each destination is a shining highlight of the country’s beauty, waiting to be discovered. From the vibrant streets of Hanoi, cycle to the stunning waters of Ha Long Bay, with its towering limestone karsts, then explore the rugged trails of Cat Ba Island, known for its wild landscapes and serene beaches. Experience the calm charm of Mai Chau’s ethnic villages, and dive into the captivating landscapes of Ninh Binh, a region that grows brighter the more you explore. This tour is perfect for those seeking fresh, off-the-beaten-path experiences, combining nature, culture, and cycling adventure in one unforgettable journey
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Departure
128 Yen Hoa St, Yen Phu, Tay Ho Dist, Hanoi -
Departure Time
Please be ready by 7:15 AM for a departure at 7:30 AM. -
Return Time
Approximately 5:30 PM -
Dress Code
Casual, comfortable athletic clothing, hat and light jacket. -
Included
Bottles of Drinking WaterBreakfastCar/ Taxi TransportEnglish Speaking Cycling Tour GuideEntrance FeesFruit & SnacksHotel Homestay Room, Double BaseHotel pick up and drop-offMeals as MentionedMountain Bike Trek Marlin 5/6 and Helmet
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Day 1:Hanoi (L, D)
Our guide pick you up at the airport.
Afternoon, you meet the guide at your hotel at 13:00hrs for a bike fit.
Post that, walk the busy streets of Hanoi visiting some of the cultural and historical highlights of Hanoi. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, constructed nearly a millennium ago, and delicately
elevated in a pond. Also visit the Temple of Literature, dating back close to a thousand years, is a wonderfully preserved piece of ancient Vietnamese architecture and stands to honor the scholarly achievements of the country’s academics and philosophers. Continue exploring the area around Hoan Kiem (Sword) Lake, the old quarter including Ngoc Son Temple, which sits perched on a little island in the lake. In the evening, we convene over dinner
- Meals: D
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Day 2:Ha Long (B, L, D)
Ride past the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta before taking a shuttle to Halong City. The river rises in Yunnan province, flows across the Tonkin region, through Hanoi, and enters the Gulf of Tonkin. We criss-cross the rivers
and ride over a multitude of bridges.
- Meals: B, L, D
- Cycling Distance: 50km / 30mi*
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Day 3:Cat Ba Island (B, L, D)
A quick ferry journey amidst spectacular limestone mountain scenery brings us to Cat Ba Island. After lunch, get on the bike for a loop around the island.
Enjoy the stunning sunset over the limestone mountains.
- Meals: B, L, D
- Cycling Distance: 30km / 18mi
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Day 4:Ninh Binh (B, L, D)
DAY 4: 27th Dec NINH BINH
After a hearty breakfast, get on board a smaller boat and take a journey to the more remote and secluded parts of the Lan Ha Bay waters and islands. Trade your boat with a kayak and explore the lagoons, the coral reef, beaches, and limestone peaks.
Ferry back to Hai Phong and shuttle to Ninh Binh. If time permits, we may get a chance to bike for a short duration towards Ninh Binh.
- Meals: B, L , D
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Day 5:Pu Luong (B, L, D)
DAY 5: 28th Dec PU LUONG
It’s a long day interspersed with transfers and rides. We start with a transfer of about 90 minutes to the starting point for our cycling. Unload the bikes and cycle on largely undulating paths. We continue cycling past acacia plantations, sugarcane fields, and corn farms dotted with Thai and Muong Tribes' villages.
Arrive in Pu Luong, and check in at a family lodge located in the heart of Pu Luong Nature Reserve.
- Meals: B, L, D
- Cycling Distance: 40km / 24mi
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Day 6:Mai Chau (B, L, D)
Another day of the undulating ride. Cycle past a spectacular mountain range with karst cliffs, terraced rice fields, and a typical agricultural landscape, ending at the beautiful valleys of Mai Chau. The experience is truly unique as we get to experience a good change in landscape.
Mai Chau is a collection of villages and offers a true rural cycling experience. Enjoy the evening walking around the valley and admiring simple rural life amidst spectacular scenery.
- Meals: B, L, D
- Cycling Distance: 70km / 42mi
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Day 7:Mai chau- Ha Noi
The initial stretch has a bit of climb and then it delves down to the foothills of mountains. The topography is adorned with timber and fern trees. After around 45km, we stop for lunch along the Da reservoir and then make a transfer to Ky Son to cycle further along rivers and lakes. The cycling is up to Yen Trung and then we take a shuttle transfer to Hanoi.
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