Day 01: Hoi An – Hue ( L ) (Cycle 80 km)
7:30 AM pick up from your hotel - Van/bus takes you out of 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 little country roads to Hue city.
Summary
Cycling Distance: 80 km cycling
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: Hue Asian Hotel
Day 02: Hue – Phong Nha Cave (B/L/D) (Cycle 70 km)
Van to visit the forbidden city, the capital of Vietnam from the 17th to 20th centuries, continue to visit the Thien Mu pagoda before transfer out of Hue to Dong Ha and in the afternoon we will cycle on Ho Chi Minh Trails to Phong Nha National Park.
Summary
Cycling Distance: 70 km cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Saigon - Phong Nha Hotel
Day 03: Phong Nha Cave – Huong Khe (B/L/D) (Cycle 70 km)
Explore Phong Nha Cave in the early morning. Continue riding on the Ho Chi Minh Trail to Huong Khe. Ride nearly 70 km of 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: 70 km cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Duc Tai Hotel
Day 04: Huong Khe – Vinh City (B/L/D) (Cycle 70 km)
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, the 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: 70 km cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Beijing Hotel
Day 05: Vinh City – Thai Hoa (B/L/D) (Cycle 70 km)
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, and have a short drive to Thai Hoa Town. Overnight in Thai Hoa Hotel.
Summary
Cycling Distance: 70 km cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Thaihoa Riverside Hotel
Day 06: Thai Hoa – Ngoc Lac (Cycle 90 km ) ( B/L/D )
Early morning starts 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. Ride to Muc Son, on the banks of River Song Chu. On the outskirts of this small town are the famous Kan Linh historical relics – a pagoda where the first king of the Ly dynasty, Le Thai To, ruled, in 1428. Continue riding on the trail to Yen Cat. The distance covered today is quite long and there will be the chance to transfer some sections by the backup 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: 90 km cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Gold Time Hotel
Day 07: Ngoc Lac – Mai Chau (Cycle 90 km ) ( B , L , D )
Breakfast at the local restaurant and cycle through the 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 ammunition during the American War with Vietnam.. just passing scenes of local village life and rice paddies. . Arrive in Mai Chau villages and overnight in the homestay of white Thai ethnic.
Summary
Cycling Distance: 90 km cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Thai Home -Stay
Day 08 : Mai Chau – Hanoi ( B , L )
Breakfast and short cycling around the Thai villages and transfer to Cao Phong's picturesque landscapes. Stop to cycle to Bai Chao village via Kim Boi hot spring and Bai Chao villages. Lunch at a local restaurant. cycling to Luong Son. Transfer by van to your hotel in Hanoi. End The Tour.
Summary
Cycling Distance: 50 km cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: None
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Join in group departure dates: on 27th Monthly
Group sizes: Min from 2 to Max 16 cyclists
Tour Inclusive :
* Support transport by A/C minivan or bus, truck for group
* Trek MTB & helmets, spare parts, aid kits, tool kits
* Entrance fees
* B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner as mentioned in the tour itinerary
* For daily cycling only: Water, snacks, fresh fruits, wet towels
*Accommodation in tour - 7 nights
* Experienced English-speaking bike guides
Tour Exclusive :
* Travel insurance
* Other personal expenses
* Tips for guides and drivers
* Drinks at restaurants
* Accommodation in Hoi An and Hanoi