Cycle Vietnam
This trip is designed for those who are fit, energetic and enjoy cycling. We are each supplied with a mountain bike as we travel from Saigon, via the central highlands and the stunning coastline, on to Hanoi, visiting the fascinating attractions of this beautiful country along the way. This is neither an endurance test nor a marathon survival race from one point to another and we try to avoid the busy, major highways. We ride instead on the back roads and, supported by a back-up vehicle, experience the best that Vietnam has to offer in a most interesting way! There are some days where there is no cycling involved. On the cycling days, we tend to ride anywhere from two to six hours, however the support vehicle and bus are always on hand if you decided that you would like to rest instead of cycle.
Please note that this itinerary may vary slightly, depending on the cycling capabilities of your group.
You can also start your Vietnam experience two days earlier and visit the bustling and colourful Mekong Delta. See 'Itinerary Variation' in the Detailed Itinerary for further information.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sun) Arrive in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) and transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | Drive and cycle to Cu Chi Tunnels. |
| 3 | Drive and cycle to Mui Ne, via fishing villages. |
| 4 | Cycle to Dalat. Free afternoon. |
| 5 | Cycle and drive to Nha Trang. |
| 6 | Full day boat cruise around Nha Trang’s offshore islands, with swimming and snorkelling. |
| 7 | Drive and cycle to Buon Ma Thout. |
| 8 | Drive and cycle to Pleiku, then travel on to Kontum. |
| 9 | A scenic cycle ride to Quang Ngai. |
| 10-11 | Visit My Lai, then drive to Hoi An. Free day to explore Hoi An. |
| 12 | Cycle to China Beach and Marble Mountain. Free afternoon – optional trip to My Son. |
| 13 | Drive and cycle to Hue, via Danang. |
| 14 | Cycle to citadel and Forbidden Purple City. Perfume River cruise. Overnight train to Hanoi. |
| 15-16 | Explore Hanoi, including half-day city tour. |
| 17 | Trip ends in Hanoi this morning (Tue). |
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Past Travellers' Ratings & Comments
Sarah - Australia, 1 Apr, 2012
The trip was fantastic and has changed my idea of land travel forever!! Being my first cycle trip there is no better way to see a country and experience its uniqueness than by bike. This experience was made all even more special with our very small group of 5 and our amazing tour crew- their knowledge, support, flexibility to requests and attention to detail was outstanding and I am not sure this would have been the same if we were in a larger group.
Faye - Australia, 1 Apr, 2012
Biking Vietnam is the best way to see Vietnam away from the tourist routes. The bikes were good, the team were excellent looking after us very well, the exercise was strenuous but fun, and the countryside was simply amazing and beautiful. Highly recommended.
At A Glance
Trip Length |
17 days |
Trip Code |
PACV |
Activities |
|
| Culture (Moderate), Cycling (Strenuous) | |
Minimum Passengers |
|
| 6 people | |
Maximum Passengers |
|
| 15 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| Vietnam | |
Start City |
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| Saigon, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam | |
End City |
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| Hanoi | |
