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ABOUT THIS CYCLE TOUR
Explore Cat Ba Island on a full-day tour combining countryside cycling, coastal scenery and village life. Ride through the national park area, visit a family home in Hien Hao, and enjoy a Vietnamese lunch at Cat Ba EcoLodge. Continue to Cat Ba Town’s local market and Cat Co Beach before returning towards Gia Luan Pier with a cave visit along the way.
Tour Details Overview
To complete this trip, it is important that you are both confident and competent in riding a bicycle.
The biking level is moderate. You will be cycling for up to 26km on varied terrain, so you will need an adequate level of fitness. If you feel like doing all the riding but with less effort, you will have an option of hiring an electric bike.
Visiting spot: Trung Trang Cave - Hien Hao commune - Island Centre - Cat Co Beach
Riding area: a loop passing aside of Cat Ba National Park and coastal road along Lan Ha Bay.
| Detail | Programme information |
|---|---|
| Duration | Full day; the itinerary runs from 08:00 to approximately 16:20 |
| Start and finish | Gia Luan Pier, Cat Ba Island |
| Cycling distance | Approximately 26 km |
| Cycling duration | Approximately 4 hours |
| Total cycling ascent | Approximately 340 m |
| Cycling difficulty | Moderate, with varied terrain and some longer slopes |
| Suitability | Confident cyclists with cycling experience and an adequate level of fitness |
| Included meal | Lunch |
| E-bike option | Available at an additional cost, subject to availability |
| Transfers within the itinerary | Electric cart and support vehicle as specified in the programme |
Flexible Start & End Points
Start and finish your tour in Hanoi or Cat Ba, with transfers arranged to suit your travel plans. Choose a return trip or start in one location and finish in the other. Please let us know your preferred pickup and drop-off locations when booking. The price will be adjusted accordingly.
08:00 — Meet at Gia Luan Pier and transfer to the cycling starting point
Meet at Gia Luan Pier and begin with an electric-cart transfer to Khoan Cao Ranger Station. Collect your bicycle and receive a short safety briefing before starting the cycling journey.
08:15 — Cat Ba National Park Exhibition House
Stop at the National Park’s Exhibition House to learn about Cat Ba’s ecosystems, wildlife and conservation efforts. Continue cycling along the road connecting the forest and the coast, taking on the climb at Eo Bua before making your way towards Hien Hao.
09:00 — Hien Hao Village and a local family visit
Cycle past rice paddies and small village settlements to Hien Hao Commune. Visit a local family’s home, enjoy traditional Vietnamese tea and taste honey from their bee farm while learning about everyday life on the island.
From 09:30 — Coastal cycling towards Cat Ba EcoLodge
Continue cycling along the coastal road towards Cat Ba EcoLodge. Enjoy the island scenery along the way before stopping at the lodge for a Vietnamese lunch in peaceful, green surroundings.
13:00 — Cycle to Cat Ba Town and visit the local market
After lunch, return to your bicycle and ride towards Cat Ba Town, following a coastal section with views of Lan Ha Bay’s waters and limestone cliffs. Stop at the local market to browse stalls selling fresh produce, seafood and island specialities.
14:00 — Relax at Cat Co Beach
Take a break at Cat Co Beach. Spend time walking along the sand, swimming or simply relaxing by the water. There is also an optional, self-guided walk along the rocky trail connecting Cat Co 3 and Cat Co 1 beaches.
15:00 — Vehicle transfer and cave visit
Rejoin the electric vehicle for the return journey towards Gia Luan Pier, stopping en route for a cave visit.
16:20 — Return to Gia Luan Pier
Arrive back at Gia Luan Pier at approximately 16:20, where the tour concludes. From here, you can continue onward with your travel plan or start another connecting tour from our options below.
Inclusive of:
- Bicycle and helmet.
- English-speaking tour guide.
- Snack, tea break and lunch.
- Support vehicle and electric-cart services specified in the programme.
- Entrance tickets for the programme’s visits.
- VAT.
Exclusive of:
- Transport to the starting point and from the finishing point.
- Food and drinks not specified in the programme.
- Accommodation on Cat Ba Island.
- Gratuity.
- Services not listed under “Inclusive of”.
What to bring
- Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for cycling and walking.
- A filled water bottle.
- Sunscreen, a hat and insect repellent.
- Arm-cover sleeves for sun protection.
- A camera or phone for photographs.
Connecting Tours
Keep exploring Vietnam after your Cat Ba adventure with our Hanoi–Halong or Hanoi–Ho Chi Minh City tours. Contact us to find out how these tours can fit into your onward travel plans.
