17 days tour

Ultimate Vietnam North To South Bike Tour

Ultimate Vietnam North To South Bike Tour

This tour includes:

Guide

Expert Trip Leader(s) who look after your every need

Accommodation

Casual Inns True to their heritage and character, small luxury and boutique hotels that reflect local ethos are listed as Casual Inns. They hold within them, an unassuming charm and regional character that is an extension of the destination itself. Most of them fall under 3 star category with possible mix of homestay and 4 star.

Transport

A Van support that follows throughout the trip and carries all belongings

Meals

Meals as per itinerary On each trip guests are given the opportunity to dine on their own so that they discover a location independently. Your guides are happy to make recommendations should you so desire.

Not included:

Flights

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Itinerary of your trip Ultimate Vietnam North To South Bike Tour

  • Day 1 Day 1: Hanoi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Hanoi

      Our guide meets you at your hotel at 13:00hrs.


      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, which was constructed nearly a millennium ago, and is 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 countryโ€™s academics and philosophers. Continue exploring the area around Hoan Kiem (Sword) Lake, 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

  • Day 2 Day 2: Halong City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Halong City

      Ride past the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta before taking a shuttle to Halong City. The river rises in Yunnan province, and flows across the Tonkin region, through Hanoi, and enters into the Gulf of Tonkin. We criss-cross the rivers and ride over a multitude of bridges.


      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 50km / 30mi*

  • Day 3 Day 3: Halong Bay: Cat Ba Island โ€“ Boat & Island Loop
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Halong Bay: Cat Ba Island โ€“ Boat & Island Loop

      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

  • Day 4 Day 4: Ninh Binh
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Ninh Binh

      After 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 at 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

  • Day 5 Day 5: Overnight Train To Hue
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Overnight Train To Hue

      A short cycling ride along the river brings us to Trang An, known as Halong Bay on land. The landscape is largely dominated by limestone mountains, rivers, caves, and pagodas. Here we take a boat ride and get to experience the magical scenery dotted with natural and cultural wonders.


      We take a break at the ancient city of Hoa Lu for a quick temple tour and then loop back to your hotel.


      Later take an overnight train to Hue.


      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 30km / 18mi

  • Day 6 Day 6: Hue
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Hue

      The UNESCO World Heritage town of Huรฉ is your gateway to Vietnam. Our guide meets at the station and then transfers to your hotel for early check-in. Post-lunch, take your bicycle out for a leisurely loop around the imperial town of Huรฉ. Ride past the Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, Mausoleums, and the merchantโ€™s houses along the banks of the Perfume River and through quiet lanes with lush gardens.


      Meals: D

      Cycling Distance: 25km / 15mi

  • Day 7 Day 7: Hoi An
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Hoi An

      After a hearty breakfast, we take a short transfer out of Hue to the coast. Begin riding off the beaten track along a picturesque, narrow peninsular road. Cross the estuary of the Perfume River and from here, challenge yourself by cycling up the Phuoc Tuong Pass then take a short transfer to Lang Co and have lunch by the gorgeous lagoon.


      Later, ride along the Lang Co Bay with spectacular views of winding paths, wooden fishing boats, waterfalls, mountains, and forests, and bike on over gradual hills to climb Hai Van pass for views of this splendid bay. This rugged pass is the final section of the Truong Son Range stretching to the sea. From the pass, go downhill to the base and shuttle to Hoi An, a delightful old trading town and UNESCO World Heritage Site.


      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 80km / 64mi*


  • Day 8 Day 8: Hoi An
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Hoi An

      The architectural beauty of Hoi An will captivate you as this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a melange of Vietnamese, European, Chinese, Japanese monuments in an unhurried, timeless setting.


      Today you can plan your own day, and enjoy the enchanting Hoi An town at leisure. A paradise for shoppers, a walk through the town gives a feel of an open-air museum.


      Meals: D

  • Day 9 Day 9: Quang Ngai
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Quang Ngai

      Ride past a network of lush rice fields and narrow interior rural backroads. Break for lunch at Tam Ky and then transfer for about 1hr. Ride from here through corn and vegetable plantations with our first true view of cowherds. We end the ride with a visit to My Lai Massacre Memorial. During the Vietnam War, a company of American soldiers brutally killed the majority of the population of My Lai. Transfer from here and end the day at Sa Huynh. The Sa Huแปณnh culture flourished between 1000 BC and 200 AD, was most likely the predecessors of the Cham.


      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 65km / 40mi*

  • Day 10 Day 10: Quy Nhon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Quy Nhon

      Today bike in the tropical countryside, past tree-canopied rice farms and lush green mountains. The ride is largely flat with mountains looming in the backdrop all throughout. Stop off at a Cham tower โ€“ built by the Champa civilization who ruled the southern Vietnamese area for over a millennium up until the early 1800s. Later take a short transfer to Qui Nhon.


      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 65km / 39mi*

  • Day 11 Day 11: Tuy Hoa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Tuy Hoa

      Today is a beautiful rolling route. A short transfer takes us off the highway and to the remote area where we start biking with the view of gorgeous forests and hills. The biking is through undulating terrain past beautiful villages and mountain views. After lunch, continue riding towards the main highway and then transfer to Tuy Hoa.


      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 70km / 42mi

  • Day 12 Day 12: Nha Trang
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Nha Trang

      Another good day at the saddle. Ride past network of lush rice fields which blanket the valley. Admire the ocean view around the Vung Ro bay before meeting the pass which is the natural border between the provinces. Descend down to stunning Dai Lanh beach and take a break for a swim and lunch.


      After lunch, continue riding along the coast and then turn on to the Hon Gom peninsular road for the final leg. This is our last day of riding along the Vietnamese coast and itโ€™s a long ride. Enjoy it to the fullest.


      Before arriving at Nha Trang, visit the famous Po Ngar Cham Towers, built between the 7th and 12th centuries and still actively used for worship.


      Enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure. Dinner is on your own today. We recommend digging into Hแบฃi san, a medley of seafood.


      Meals: B,L

      Cycling Distance: 60km / 36mi


  • Day 13 Day 13: Da Lat
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Da Lat

      A long mountainous ride today takes us to Da Lat, the jewel of the central highlands. The region is dotted with lakes, waterfalls, pine trees, and infinite flowers, making for a picturesque cycling adventure. Take in some spectacular views as we ride along Da Latโ€™s pine-forested hills and picturesque flower farms.


      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 90km / 54mi*

  • Day 14 Day 14: Saigon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Saigon

      Get up early today for a short flight to Saigon.


      The morning is free for you to explore the city. Post-lunch, 2:00 pm, our guide meets you at your hotel for a walking tour to explore some of the most popular sites (Ben Thanh Market, Saigon Opera House, Continental Hotel, The Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and Post Office, The War Remnants Museum). This walking tour gives an excellent introduction to the cityโ€™s history and provides you with plenty of opportunities to soak up the unique mix of chaos and tranquility that is modern-day Saigon.


      Meals: B,D

  • Day 15 Day 15: Tra Vinh
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Tra Vinh

      A short shuttle transfer brings us to Ben Tre province, outskirts of Saigon.


      Ride past the pristine hamlets nestled in the orchards and coconut plantations to the culturally diverse Tra Vinh, most pretty town in Mekong. Along the way, see farmers working in nursery fruit tree gardens.


      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

      Distance cycled: ~ 60km / 36mi

  • Day 16 Day 16: Can Tho
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Can Tho

      We go deeper into the delta. We ride past numerous rice fields, rivers and canals, and over a multitude of bridges that may offer views of floating villages. Apart from rice fields, the region is dotted with many plantations of banana, coconut, and citrus trees. Itโ€™s a long ride today through the interior trails of Mekong Delta to Can Tho. Set on the southern bank of the Hau River, Can Tho is known for its network of canals and nearby floating markets.


      Meals: B,L,D

      Cycling Distance: 60km / 36mi


  • Day 17 Day 17: Saigon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Saigon

      Experience early morning Cai Rang floating market on a boat ride and then cycle to Phong Dien floating market. Weave through teeming early morning market bustle along the banks of an active riverfront. Absorb the sights of the endless cottage industries, timber merchants, coconuts shredders, small dock loading/unloading rice, and tiny vibrant markets. Continue by bike on the narrow lane and loop round to the main road.


      Later shuttle to Saigon for an extension here or for your onward flight.


      We aim to reach HCM (Saigon) by 16:00hrs and will drop you at your hotel in Saigon or airport. Itโ€™s good to book your onward flight for 17:00hrs onwards.


      Meals: B,L

      Cycling Distance: 25km / 15mi

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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