Cycling Vietnam

14 Days - from $1680

From frenetic Saigon to spectacular Halong Bay on two wheels

This superb trip combines some of the best cycling routes in Vietnam with time for rest and exploration. Being on bikes gets us closer to life in Vietnam and to the outgoing and welcoming Vietnamese who share our love affair with the bicycle. Our passing encounters with local cyclists may leave us with some of our strongest memories. Vietnam is a beautiful country, with a long coastline of broad, sandy beaches, shimmering paddy fields and mountains cloaked in forests. Our route takes us from the vibrant streets of Saigon northwards to the more conservative capital Hanoi. Out of the saddle we have time to relax in lively Nha Trang, enjoy the laid-back atmosphere and great shopping of Hoi An and cruise around the incredible seascape of limestone towers in Halong Bay.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Saigon. 2 A mix of driving and cycling to the Cu Chi tunnels. 3 Drive towards the coast and cycle to Mui Ne. 4 Cycle to Dalat in the Central Highlands. 5 Cycle through Bidoup N.P. to the beach resort of Nha Trang. 6 Cruise around islands with seafood lunch and snorkelling. 7 Drive to beautiful Dai Lanh Beach; coastal ride to Quy Nhon. 8 Transfer to Quang Ngai; cycle to My Lai; transfer to Hoi An. 9 Sightseeing in Hoi An; free afternoon. 10 Ride over the spectacular Hai Van Pass; cycle and drive on to Hue. 11 Explore Hue and surroundings by bike and boat; overnight train to Hanoi. 12 Arrive Hanoi; drive to Halong Bay. 13 Cruise and swim amongst spectacular limestone formations; return to Hanoi for city tour. 14 End Hanoi.
Mode of travel: Average daily distance: 70km (43 miles)No. of days cycling: 8Vehicle support: 90%. Terrain and route: surfaces are nearly all good tarmac. The route is flat with the exception of Dalat and the Hai Van Pass. Vietnam can be hot and humid, but rests and water are on hand. You should be comfortable riding in traffic on occasions.
Group size: Min. 8, max. 18, plus local leaders and local guides.
Accommodation: 11 nights hotels, 1 night sleeper train, 1 night cruise boat with en suite cabins.
Food: All breakfasts, 10 lunches and 1 dinner included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $367.50
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