BIKING 11days/10nights SAIGON to HA NOI
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Da Lat 40km cycling (L,D)
We’ll transfer out of the bustling city and head to Bao Loc, famous for its tea plantations. We’ll stop there to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Then, we’ll transfer to Prenn waterfall for a short rest and some sight seeing. When we arrive in Da Lat, we’ll check into the hotel and you’ll have some time to cycle around the city and explore its unique sights. You’ll ride past by Xuan Huong Lake, Da Lat flower garden, Da Lat market, and Langbiang Mountain.
Day 2: Da Lat 60km cycling (B,L,D)
We’ll enjoy an entire day in Da Lat. We’ll cycle to the Valley of Love, Bao Dai Palace, and Crazy House. We’ll also take a cable car to visit Truc Lam pagoda. Lunch will be held at a local restaurant. After lunch, you’ll have the remainder of the day at leisure in the cool climate - highland city.
Day 3: Da Lat - Nha Trang 100km cycling (B,L,D)
After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll begin our 100km ride from the hotel to Nha Trang. We’ll stop along the way to admire the beautiful scenery of the Vietnamese countryside and for a picnic lunch. Upon arrival, we’ll take some time to visit the Ponnagar tower. Then, we’ll settle down for the night and prepare for the next day’s ride.
Day 4: Nha Trang - Tuy Hoa 80km cycling (B,L,D)
We’ll enjoy some early morning swimming at the beach, Tai Chi with the locals, and breakfast at the hotel. Then, Vietnam Bike Tours’ll check out and drive to Ninh Hoa. Our bike ride will begin with a climb over the Co Ma Pass. On the way down the pass, you’ll see scenic views of surrounding mountains, the sea, and Dai Lanh’s sandy beach. We’ll enjoy a seafood lunch before continuing to cycle along peaceful roads to Tuy Hoa for the night.
Day 5: Tuy Hoa - Quang Ngai 60km cycling (B,L,D)
After a short transfer out of the city, today's ride is along challenging, natural country roads. The scenery is stunning as we ride up a small hill to a local village. The path we’ll take is flanked with ride fields and mountains; we’ll stop to enjoy the view and a picnic lunch along the way. We’ll stay overnight in Quang Ngai historical city.
Day 6: Quang Ngai - Hoi An 50km cycling (B,L,D)
We’ll have a morning ride from the hotel to the famous massacre site at My Lai. Then, we’ll do some charity work at a local school. Afterward, we’ll keep riding to My Khe beach, where we’ll pause for lunch. The rest of the day’s journey will be on dirt roads until we reach Chau O, where we’ll transfer by bus to Hoi An for the night.
Day 7: Hoi An (B)
You’ll have the entire day at leisure in Hoi An. You may explore the city on your own, cycle to My Son heritage, partake in a traditional cooking class, or go snorkeling. We’ll stay in Hoi An for a second night.
Day 8: Hoi An - Hue 80km cycling (B,L,D)
In the morning, we’ll head to Ngu Hanh Son, the Marble Mountains, to visit the famous stone sculptures. There are hundreds of statues and unique sculptures made of Sandstone and Marble in the park. After taking some time to admire the stonework, we’ll cycle along the coast and up to the Hai Van Pass - a legendary Pass in the center of Vietnam (20km cycling up and down) from 14th century. We’ll enjoy lunch at Lang Co beach, which was recognized by UNESCO as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. After a transfer to Phuoc Tuong hill, well ride down to Cau Hai lagoon, and through the "ghost city" before arriving in Hue for our overnight stay.
Day 9: Hue - Hanoi 25km cycling (B,L,D)
In the morning, we’ll ride around the city to visit Hue’s old Citadel of the Nguyen Dynasty (19th & 20th century), Thien Mu pagoda and Tu Duc King Tomb. Then, we’ll return to the hotel for check out. We’ll have a quick lunch in Hue before our flight to Hanoi (600km).
Day 10: Hanoi (B,L,D)
After some rest at the hotel, we’ll enjoy a breakfast at Pho24 (traditional Vietnamese noodle soup) near Ho Guom Lake. Afterward, we’ll spend the entire day exploring Hanoi. We’ll take a city tour to visit the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, and one pillar pagoda. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to do as you wish.
Day 11: Hanoi Departure (B)
On the eleventh day, you’ll have free time until your departure flight. Your guide will assist with your transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Inclusive of:
- Air-conditioned bus
- Support vehicle to carry gear, luggage, first aid
- English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees
- Train Hue - Hanoi
- Boat trips and snorkeling equipment
- Airport transfer in/out
- Pick up & drop off at your hotel
- Meals as mentioned (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- All biking gear (bike, helmet, tool kit, water cage)
- Water, snacks, soft drinks, and fresh fruit on cycling days
- Accommodation
Exclusive of:
- Travel insurance
- Visa
- Personal expenses
Departure Dates: Daily
Group Size: Minimum of two and maximum of ten cyclists
Price: Rates vary. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs*
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