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Trip from Hanoi to Hoi An 12 days 11 nights
For a truly authentic Vietnamese experience, why not travel the country the local way, by bicycle? Take your time to savour the unique culture and diverse landscapes of Vietnam as you cross it in a slower, more deliberate way. The
bicycle tour
will take you from the bustling streets of Hanoi, through the charming scenes of Central Vietnam where you will get to enjoy locations like the caves of Phong Nha, the old Imperial city of Hue, and finally the gorgeous World Heritage Site of Hoi An.
Destination:
Demilitarised Zone (DMZ)
- Strip of land acting as buffer between North and South Vietnam during the Vietnam War
Da Nang
- Modern coastal city offering soft sandy beaches and dramatic mountains
Hanoi
- Bustling capital city of Northern Vietnam
Hoi An
- Captivating multi-cultured town known for its crafts and undeniable charms
Hue
- Imperial capital of Vietnam under the Nguyen dynasty
Mai Chau
- Idyllic countryside valley with rice fields and ethnic villages
My Son
- Ruins of the Cham ancient Kingdom in Vietnam
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
- World's largest karst formations and shelter of an underground prehistoric cave paradise
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Tour code:
CCL04E
Duration:
12 days 11 nights
Route:
Hanoi – Hoa Binh – Pu Luong – Ngoc Lac – Kim Lien – Vinh – Huong Khe – Phong Nha – Cam Lo – Khe Sanh – A Luoi – Hue – Hoi An – My Son – Da Nang
Day 1: Hanoi - Mai Chau - Pu Luong (L/D)
Starting this
Bicycle Tour
in Hanoi, where you will get a shuttle van to
Mai Chau
before getting on a bicycle. Then you will proceed to ride along the famous Ho Chi Minh trail, complete with spectacular views of an undulating river valley. Eventually you will approach
Hoi Xuan and Pu Luong
, where you will spend the night in a nature reserve homestay.
- This day includes 55km of cycling.
Day 2: Pu Luong - Ngoc Lac (B/L/D)
After finishing breakfast, it’s time to get back on the bike and leave
Pu Luong
behind. The rolling terrain continues, providing even more spectacular views, while the tarmaced road provides a comfortable ride. After 70km you will reach
Ngoc Lac
, where you will spend the night.
- This day includes 70km of cycling.
Day 3: Ngoc Lac - Kim Lien - Vinh (B/L/D)
The recently built two-lane
Ho Chi Minh Highway
will take you to
Kim Lien
, which is the birthplace of President Ho Chi Minh, the most important figure in Vietnamese history. Following this you will ride out of the mountains and down to the city of
Vinh
, which is where you will spend the night, located close to the beach.
- This day includes 60km of cycling.
Day 4: Vinh - Huong Khe (B/L/D)
For the fourth day of your
Bicycle Tour Vietnam
, you will head back up into the mountains and onto the Ho Chi Minh Highway. As you make your way towards
Huong Khe
, the terrain will become increasingly mountainous and offer a plethora of magnificent views. After 80km of riding through this stunning terrain, you will reach Huong Khe, where your next bed will be waiting for you.
- This day includes 80km of cycling.
Day 5: Huong Khe - Phong Nha (B/L/D)
As you get back on the tranquil and historical Ho Chi Minh Trail, you will get to see rising mountains and roads winding up and down the rolling hillsides. This days destination will be
Phong Nha
, which is famous for its natural beauty and spectacular cave systems. Here you will overnight before heading on the following day.
- This day includes 80km of cycling.
Day 6: Phong Nha - Cam Lo - Khe Sanh (B/L/D)
The sixth day of cycling will take you further along the Ho Chi Minh Trail until you reach
Cam Lo
. Here you will transfer on a shuttle van to
Khe Sanh
, near the border with Laos, which is where you will be spending the night.
- This day includes 80km of cycling.
Day 7: Khe Sanh - A Luoi (B/L/D)
This day begins with a ride through amazing scenery to the
Khe Sanh
army base, before heading on to
A Luoi
. Now on the southern part of the Ho Chi Minh Trail, you will encounter little traffic as the terrain grows even more undulating. In A Luoi you will spend the night.
- This day includes 65km of cycling.
Day 8: A Luoi - Hue (B/L/D)
As the roads south of A Luoi are in poor condition, you will proceed east to
Hue
, where you will spend the next two nights.
- This day includes 60km of cycling.
Day 9: Hue (B/L/D)
After a long week of cycling, it’s time for a rest, and there is no better place for some relaxing sightseeing than the famous Imperial Capital of
Hue
. Included in the trip is a tour of the
Forbidden Purple City
, the old imperial palace, as well as a boat ride along the
Perfume River
. Once your day of rest and sightseeing is over, you will spend your second night in Hue and prepare for the final three days of riding.
- This day includes no cycling.
Day 10: Hue - Hoi An (B/L/D)
Start the day on your bicycle climbing the roads up to
Hai Van Pass
(Pass of the Mountain Clouds) before switching to a motorbike and enjoying an epic ride down from the mountains and along the coast to
Da Nang and Hoi An
, which will be the stopping point on this day.
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This day includes 100km of cycling.
Day 11: Hoi An - My Son - Hoi An (B/L/D)
Taking scenic back roads through the countryside, our
cycling tour
leave
Hoi An Town
and proceed towards
My Son
. This part of the journey will take you past sweeping rice paddy fields, lovely villages and through a dense eucalyptus forest and a lush jungle along the
Song Tranh River
. By the end of the day you will have looped back to Hoi An, where you will stop for the day.
- This day includes 100km of cycling.
Day 12: Hoi An - Da Nang (B/L)
On the final day you are free to explore Hoi An as you please, taking in the truly magnificent historical city. After taking the time to explore here it will come as no surprise that the whole city is classified as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. After exploring Hoi An you will be transferred on a shuttle van to Da Nang Airport where you can get a flight to
Ho Chi Minh City
.
Tour Includes:
Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance. Professional driver
Professional bicycles (Giant, Trek or Cannondale)
Support van equipped with first aid kits during the cycling
Private door to door pick-up drop-off services
Accommodation at ecolodges, hotels, homestays as mentioned
Experienced English-speaking guide
Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)
(Optional) Vegetarian and vegan food is available
Bottled water
All sightseeing tickets
All Taxes and Fees
No extra charge after confirmation
24/7 hotline support guaranteed
(Optional) Child seats are required
Tour Excludes:
Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
Travel insurance
International & domestic flights and taxes
Beverage
Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenir, etc.
What To Take:
Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking
It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat...
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Accommodation List
Please note that the hotels mentioned in this list are for reference only. Depending on availability and your preference, they can be changed. If we are unable to book any hotel, it will be replaced by another hotel at least of equivalent standard and value.
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