A 30-day cycling tour from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Hanoi is the ultimate way to experience Vietnam's diverse landscapes, from the flat Mekong Delta to the high mountain passes of the north, Mekong Delta: Starting with lush river scenery, floating markets, and flat paths.Passing through Dalat and conquering the famous Hai Van Pass near Da Nang.Cultural Hubs: Extended stays in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Hoi An and the former imperial capital of Hue.Northern Scenery: Riding through the Ninh Binh "inland Ha Long Bay" before reaching the bustling capital of Hanoi, last is Cruising Ha Long Bay offers a range of experiences,luxury voyages through thousands of limestone karsts. For a quality balance of comfort and scenery, most travelers opt for a 2-day,

Day 1: Saigon ( Ho Chi Minh City ) – Arrival
Pick up at the airport and transfer to hotel for check in – 3 starts hotel.

Summary

Accommodation: Happy Life Grand Hotel or Similar

Day 2 : Saigon ( Ho Chi Minh City ) – halfday city tour
Breakfast and visit The biggest city in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is a sprawling feast for all the senses—especially for those who love street food and historical attractions. While Ho Chi Minh City tours can be a great way to make the most of your time here, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, The Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum,

Summary

Accommodation: Happy Life Grand Hotel

Meals: Breakfast,  Lunch

Cycling distance: None

Day 3 : Saigon – Cai Be   (Biking - 30 km) 
8:00 meet up at your hotel in Saigon. Transfer with bikes to Cai Lay. crossing a local ferry, ride to Cai Be on back roads for approx 1.5 hours, finish the morning ride at another ferry, and take a boat to a local industry, where you can learn how to make pop rice, coconut candies, and rice papers. Have lunch on an island before continuing onto our local home stay, a typical Mekong Delta Vietnam house, with airy rooms and an outdoor kitchen. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore the homestay's peaceful village. Dinner will be prepared by the homestay hosts, also you will be joining this memorable cooking class.
Summary

Accommodation: Ba Linh Home-Stay ( private room )

Meals:  Lunch, Dinner

Cycling distance: 30 Km and Boat ride

Day 4 : Cai Be – Tra Vinh  (65 km)
Riding from home-stay enjoy the riding to one of the Mekong Islands. Bike along narrow country lanes, easy dirt tracks, and trails. This is biking at its most glorious-through tiny orchards, witness colorful life along the riverside, pedal past picturesque delta homes, pause to chat with welcoming villagers, After lunch, ride in the amazing green coconut plantations, and end at a ferry across the expansive Co Chien River. Ride a final few km to the very pretty Khmer town of Tra Vinh. There will be plenty of time to explore side tracks and trails as the cycling distance today is not far. This gives a great first impression of the Mekong’s heart. Overnight in a local hotel in Tra Vinh.

Summary

Accommodation: Cuu Long Hotel

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch

Cycling distance: 40- 65 Km

Day 5 : Tra Vinh – Can Tho  (80 km)
Today’s route is peaceful, with narrow and very pretty roads to Can Tho. There is plenty along the way to see, from the contrasting architectural styles of ethnic Khmer homes, to the numerous colorful Khmer temples and to the fascinating river scenes witnessed when pedaling over countless small wooden plank bridges and single trek lanes. Visit Ba Om Pond with its magnificent lotus flowers.

Summary

Accommodation: Ninh Kieu Hotel

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch

Cycling distance: 80 Km

Day 6 : Can Tho – Long Xuyen (70 km)
Today’s ride is split into two sections and is a contrast to the previous day’s ride. After a very early breakfast, you will take a boat trip to the famous Cai Rang floating market before riding on a narrow paved road market to Phong Dien floating market. The route weaves through the morning market bustle along the banks of the very busy river. Absorb the sights of endless cottage industries, timber merchants, coconut shredders, small docks loading/unloading rice, and tiny vibrant markets.  You will continue by bike on the narrow lane to the main road, In the afternoon, you will continue riding along a road leading upstream towards Long Xuyen. The ride ends with a final 25-minute transfer (1hr) to Long Xuyen.

Summary

Accommodation: Dong Xuyen Hotel

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch

Cycling distance: 60- 80 Km

Day 7 : Long Xuyen – Chau Doc (50 km)
Once more, today’s scenery is completely different. After a short early morning transfer to Tri Ton, the cycling starts to gently undulate and mountains begin to loom as you ride closer and closer to Chau Doc. The presence of Thot Not trees indicates the growing proximity to Cambodia and the local people speak Vietnamese as their second language.  This afternoon you will cycle to the Killing Fields of Vietnam at Ba Chuc, where Pol Pot’s regime massacred over 3,000 Vietnamese in 1978. The route loops around to Chau Doc from Ba Chuc along the border, or re-trace back to Tri Ton (depending on road conditions) and ride the rest of the way to Chau Doc along incredible country roads. Those with energy to spare can climb Sam ‘Mountain’ for sunset! Dinner & overnight in a hotel for your last night in Vietnam.

Summary

Accommodation: Chau Pho Hotel

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch

Cycling distance: 80- 100 Km

Day 8 : Chau Doc – Saigon (35 km)
Chau Doc is located west of the Mekong Delta between the upper and lower branches of the Mekong River. It is not only the gateway for Vietnamese and Cambodia to travel between 2 countries but also the international for foreigners traveling by bike. Riding from your hotel to a floating village. Explore beautiful footpaths on the lowland, houses on stilts, and see a colorful mosque by rice paddy on your cycle to Cho Moi. You have a chance to have a quick look at pagoda. It depends on your cycling ability, you may have a short or long ride in the afternoon before driving back to Saigon. Tour is over!

Summary

Accommodation: Happy Life Grand Hotel

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch

Cycling distance: 35Km

Day 9 : Ho Chi Minh City – Mui Ne Beach 

7:30 pick you up at your hotel and we’ll have a quick transfer out of the city to Hon Ba Cape. From there, we’ll cycle along the picturesque coast. We’ll stop to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and then continue cycling to Mui Ne. You’ll have some free time in the evening before dinner with the group. We’ll stay overnight at a hotel in Mui Ne beach 

Summary

Cycling distance : 80 km

Meals : Breakfast , Lunch

Accommodation : Sea and Sun  Resort

Day 10 : Mui Ne Beach – Nha Trang

After breakfast , starting cycling from your hotel along the coast to Ca Na beach we’ll stop to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and then continue cycling to Nha Trang. You’ll have some free time in the evening. We’ll stay overnight at a hotel in Nha Trang .

Summary

Cycling distance : 70 km

Meals : Breakfast , Lunch

Accommodation : Nha Trang Red Sun  hotel

Day 11: Nha Trang – Qui Nhon 

8:00 our guide and driver pick you up from your hotel in Nha Trang city, pedal on quiet country roads through rice paddies and beautiful village coastal roads. Enjoy lunch on the beach,then continue pedaling on back roads through fishing farms and villages to Tuy Hoa. Transfer 2 hours to Qui Nhon city.

Summary

Cycling Distance : 80 km cycling
Meals :  Breakfast , Lunch
Accommodation : Muong Thanh Hotel

Day 12  : Qui Nhon – Quang Ngai 
Transfer 30 minutes of out busy city of Qui Nhon. Begin with cycling through rice-paddy to small mountain areas. Cycle past many little villages to ocean roads. Today you will have the opportunity to admire beautiful coastal roads. In the afternoon, cycle uphill through mountains, rice fields, and coconut plantations. Transfer by bus/van in the late afternoon to Quang Ngai.

Summary

Cycling Distance : 75 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch
Accommodation : Central Hotel

Day 13  : Quang Ngai – Hoi An
Have breakfast at the hotel start to ride to My Lai village from the hotel. Have a short visit and talk to locals about the massacre of more than 504 locals in 1968. Continue riding 35 km on hilly roads before having lunch in town. After lunch, ride on back roads, passing by white sand dunes. Cycle on broken track trails along the ocean to fish farms. Then continue biking to Hoi An. Overnight in Hoi An.

Summary

Cycling Distance : 85 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch
Accommodation : T and T Villas

Day 14 : Hoi An – rest day  
Free day

Summary

Cycling Distance : None
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : T and T Villas

Day 15 : Hoi An – Hue
Van/bus takes you out Hoi An, have a little time to warm up your body before pedaling uphill to the peak of Hai Van pass. Then travel by back roads to the ocean, cycling through fishing villages and an ancient burial-ground of Hue (called a “ghost city” by the locals), to Hue city. Another option, keep biking on a little country roads to Hue city.

Summary

Cycling Distance : 85 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch
Accommodation :  Asia Hotel

Day 16: Hue – Phong Nha Cave
Bus to visit the forbidden city, the capital of Vietnam from the 17th to 20th centuries, continue riding on single track trails to visit the Thien Mu pagoda before transfer out of Hue to Dong Ha and the afternoon we will cycling on Ho Chi Minh Trails to Phong Nha National Park .

Summary

Cycling Distance : 80 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation :  Saigon -Phong Nha Hotel

Day 17 : Phong Nha Cave – Huong Khe  
Explore Phong Nha Cave in the early morning. Continue riding on the Ho Chi Minh Trails to Huong Khe . Ride nearly 80 km winding roads up the Truong Son mountain range to Phong Nha. From here, if time permitting–cycle gentle rolling hills to Huong Ke Town .

Summary

Cycling Distance : 80 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Duc Tai Hotel

Day 18 : Huong Khe – Vinh City
In the morning, ride to Dong Loc, the T-junction, which has become unforgettable memorial history in the country during 1964-1972, when soldiers, young volunteers, cadres, and workers guaranteed safe transport to the battlefield. Many people from different localities laid down their lives. In particular, the death of 10 young volunteer girls at Dong Loc T-junction has come to symbolize the patriotism of the era. Now, Dong Loc T-junction relic has become a commemorative area for the national young volunteer force. In the afternoon, ride to Vinh City.

Summary

Cycling Distance : 80 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation :  Beijing Hotel

Day 19 : Vinh City – Thai Hoa  
Today, we have a chance to visit Uncle Ho’s house. Nam Dan district, Kiem Lien village is not only the homeland of Ho Chi Minh but also the hometown of many anti-colonist leaders. Ride on the new Ho Chi Minh highway to Kiem Lien village via Tan Ky and Do Luong. Visit Uncle Ho house in the afternoon, have a short drive to Thai Hoa Town. Overnight in Thai Hoa Hotel.

Summary

Cycling Distance : 80 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Thaihoa Riverside Hotel

Day 20  : Thai Hoa – Ngoc Lac
An early morning start to beat the heat of the day. The route takes us away from the river and appears to contour through the same range of mountains that stretch from Thai Hoa to Ngoc Lac on Ho Chi Minh trails . The road gets more beautiful the closer you ride to Ngoc Lac with looming karst limestone cliffs and lush vegetation. The route is tarmac all the way, but quite hard riding due to the undulating terrain. We ride for the first time on the newly built two lane Ho Chi Minh Highway. It hardly warrants two lanes as there is no traffic! The road makes for smooth fast riding, and for those who prefer there is always the old highway dirt and gravel – that weaves around the new highway allowing for plenty of exploring possibilities along the way. The distance covered today is quite long and there will be the chance to transfer some sections by the back-up vehicle to rest weary legs.There are fewer villages today as the route cuts through forests and jungle lunch en route. Overnight in Ngoc Lac hotel .

Summary

Cycling Distance : 107km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Sky Hotel

Day 21 : Cam Thuy – Mai Chau
Breakfast at the local restaurant and cycling through village house before setting off along a spectacularly beautiful river valley towards Hoi Xuan along an undulating tarmac road. The road follows the flow of River Song Ma. This is an old supply route of the HCM Trail that fed the main trail with ammunitions during the American War with Vietnam.. just passing scenes of local village life and rice paddies. . Arrive Mai Chau villages and overnight in the home stay of white Thai ethnic.

Summary

Cycling Distance : 90 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch ,Dinner
Accommodation : Thai Home -Stay ( Private room )

Day 22 : Mai Chau – Phu  Yen
The cycling journey from from Mai Chau to Phu Yen is a demanding but spectacular route through the mountains of Northwest Vietnam. Spanning approximately 150km the ride typically takes seasoned cyclists multiple days due to significant elevation gains. This section includes crossing the Da River via the Van Yen Ferry. From the ferry, the road winds along the river toward Bac Yen town.

Summary

Cycling Distance : 75 km cycling
Meals : Breakfast , Lunch
Accommodation : Hong Long  Hotel

Day 23 : Phu Yen  Challenging to  Nghia Lo ( Yen bai )
The cycling route from Phu Yento  Nghia Lo is one of the most adventurous in Northern Vietnam, characterized by a transition from the "sea of clouds" in Son La to the vast rice valleys of Yen Bai.Our cycling is a spectacular ride on back roads that take us to Nghia Lo through a terrain of tea plantations, lush forests, rice fields, and gum trees. The town sits on a mountain ridge overlooking the Red and Black Rivers and is home to the Thai, Nung, Hmong, La Ha, and Ma peoples. Stay in Nghia Lo hotel .

Total Distance: 100 Km

Biking Distance: 100 Km ( 20 km road flat, 80 km mountain 4 to 10 % )

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Nghia Lo – Muong Lo Hotel

Transportation: Support Bus and Truck

Day 24 : Nghia Lo Challenging Tu Le – Than Uyen  (B/L/D) 
Breakfast, Today we will tough cycle out of Nghia Lo passing large white limestone mountains as we explore the “Real Vietnam”.  Following the rolling road, to end the day in Tu Le. Leaving Tu Le we travel through rugged terrain with dense vegetation and come into contact with the Black Hmong and the mysterious White Tay people, who are famed for their folk music, poems, and songs. The road winds down out of the hills and we descend into the valley to end the day at Than Uyen.

Total Distance: 160 Km

 Biking Distance: 100 Km ( 10 km road flat, 90 km mountain 5 to 12 % )

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Duc Huy

Transportation: Support Bus and Truck

Day 25 : Than Uyen Tough to Sapa (B/L) 
From Than Uyen we begin with a gentle 30km ascent to ride along with the Hoang Lien Son mountain range through magnificent landscape. Then, from Binh Lu Junction there is another hard ascent of 30 km to the top of the Tram Ton Pass, on our way to Sa Pa. We stop on route to visit the “silver waterfall”, before descending into Sapa for the final 15kms. Check-in beautiful hotel view. explore dinner on your own.

Total Distance: 98 Km

 Biking Distance: 98 Km ( mountain  tough 6 to 13 % )

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Sapa Green hotel

Transportation: Support Bus and Truck

Day 26 : Sapa Cycling to Lao Chai - Ta Van Villages or  rest day 
Breakfast, Downhill from Sapa to Lao Chai – Ta Van and Ta Phin village is inhabited by the Red Dzao, Hmong, Giay people. You start the bicycle ride right from Sapa town and pedal downhill to the village. Cycling on paved roads; taking pictures of beautiful terraced rice fields; meeting up with the Red Dzao and Hmong people offers a real-life experience. The uphill back to Sapa town - Afternoon free for relaxing in beautiful town .

Total Distance: 18 Km

 Biking Distance: 22Km ( mountain tough 4 to 12 % )

Meals: Breakfast,

Accommodation: Sapa Green hotel

Transportation: No

Day 27 : Sapa – via new highway - Hanoi 

Breakfast and start downhill to Lao Cai and then visit Vietnam and China border before transfer to Hanoi via highway - Stop for lunch on the way . Arrival your hotel.

 Total Distance: 35 Km

 Biking Distance: 35 Km ( 35 km downhill )

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hong Ha Central Hotel

Transportation: Support Bus and Truck.

Day 28 : Hanoi – Halong Bay – Surprise Cave – Kayaking

  • 07:45 – 08:00: Our cruise team will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and depart for Halong City.
  • 12:00 – 12:15: Board the Imperial Classic Cruise, check into the cabin, and enjoy a welcome drink.
  • 13:00: Lunch is served while cruising past limestone islands such as Stone Dog, Incense Burner, and Fighting Cocks islets.
  • 15:00: Visit Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot), the largest and most famous cave in the bay.
  • 16:00: Kayaking for approximately one hour near Luon Cave or swimming at local beaches.
  • 17:00: Relax on the sundeck for a sunset party with wine and fruit.
  • 19:00: Set-menu dinner with local seafood.
  • Evening: Enjoy squid fishing, a movie, or quiet relaxation on the deck.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Imperial cruise ( or Similar )

Day 29 : Halong Bay – Cooking Class – Hanoi

  • 06:15: Morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
  • 07:00: Breakfast with coffee and tea while cruising towards calmer parts of the bay.
  • 08:00: Visit a floating fishing village or a pearl farm.
  • 09:30: Cooking class or demonstration on how to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls.
  • 10:30: Enjoy a farewell lunch on board.
  • 11:30 – 12:00: Disembark at the harbor and take the transfer back to Hanoi, arriving around 16:00 - 17:00.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,

Accommodation: Hong Ha Central Hotel

Day 30 : Hanoi  - Departure

Breakfast and free day until our driver pick you up to airport for depature .   End The Tour.

Meals: Breakfast

Transportation: Support Van.

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Join in group departure dates: 22nd Jan, March, July, Sept, Nov

Private departure dates: around the year

Group size: 2 to 16 cyclists

Tour price : 4.655 Usd / Pax ( Prices are subject to change without notice )

Tour Cost Includes:

  • Accommodation in tour 29 nights
  • MTB Bikes for complete Tour and helmet. ( E-bikes available for extra cost )
  • All Meals B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D =Dinner
  • Lunch in Midway restaurant/City Restaurant or Pack Lunch
  • Boat trip, local ferry in tour
  • Halong bay cruise in private cabin
  • Back up AC vehicle for the complete tour
  • English-speaking Local Guide - Cum biking guide
  • Fresh Fruits/Snacks (Only the Cycling Part)
  • Unlimited filter water during cycling (Only Cycling Part)
  • All road and transport taxes
  • Driver Allowance
  • Toll and Parking charges

Tour Cost Excludes:

  • International flight tickets, visa
  • Accommodation not in tour
  • Other personal expenses
  • Some meals not in tour
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Travel Insurance
  • Any Hard and Soft Drinks with meals

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