CYCle VietnAm
On this tour we cycle along the rural back roads of Vietnam, where the local people share our love of travelling by bicycle. Along the way we explore the charming cities of Hanoi, Hue, Old Saigon and Hoi An and visit the beautiful Ha Long Bay. We also discover the tropical beaches of Nha Trang and the hidden jungle valley of My son, the ancient capital of the Cham Empire.
ITINERARY
Days 1/2 Overnight flight to Hanoi. Explore the Old Quarter. Day 3 Hanoi Discover the charm of the ancient city on a morning sightseeing tour. Cycle around Westlake. Day 4 Red River Delta Ride on quieter back-roads and learn about Vietnamese traditions and culture. Stop at an artisan village and sample delicious local food. Day 5 Ha Long Bay Cruise among a myriad of jungle-topped islets. Drive to Ninh Binh stopping to watch a traditional water puppet show. Day 6 Karst paddies Green rice paddies surrounded by dramatic limestone pinnacles provide the backdrop for the cycle ride. Take the overnight train to Hue. Days 7/8 Hue Explore the ancient Imperial citadel, tombs and pagodas by bike. Days 9/11 Hoi An Enjoy a coastal bike ride with views from Hai Van Pass. Visit the ancient sea port of Hoi An. Visit My Son, an ancient capital of the Cham Empire in a hidden jungle valley. Day 12 Nha Trang beach A boat trip to islands with white sandy beaches. Swim and snorkel. Day 13 Saigon Explore Ho Chi Minh City and the thriving Old Town. Day 14 Cu Chi Tunnels Cycle to the underground Viet Cong hideout. Days 15/16 Overnight flight to the UK.
G HANOI
Westlake Old
Quarter
paddies cycle
NINH BINH Rice
Gulf o f To n k i n
Perfume River (optional) Royal tombs
HUE
Imperial Citadel cycle
LAOS
Hai Van Pass
(UNESCO site) ancient Cham capital
km 0 CAMBODIA TRANG
Cu Chi Tunnels Cycle ride
islands boat trip
HO CHI MINH CITY Old Saigon
TOUR ONLY – 14 DAYS Tour price without flights from £1099
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shore Off- NHA
VIETNAM 400
My Son
SOUTH CHINA SEA
Danang HOI AN TOUR DATES
The Cycle Vietnam tour runs in the following months:
Jan
May Sep
Feb
Jun Oct
Mar
Jul Nov
Apr Aug Dec
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around Cycle
Cycle Vietnam Ref CVN Red river delta cycle
& limestone cliffs
HA LONG BAY Cruise, caves
DAILY DISTANCES Day 3
Day 4
Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9
Day 10 Day 11
Day 12 Day 13 Day 14
17-20km 15km
34km 18km 35km 28km 20km 30km
25km
Explore the villages and unspoilt
backroads of
Vietnam at a gentle pace, graded easy
inclusive from
£1938 16 DAYS
Cycle grade EASY Comfort
Accommodation and Meals: 12 nights hotels, 1 night sleeper train. 13 breakfasts and 4 lunches are included.
Included Bike: We provide different bikes in each location – see trip notes for details.
Route and Terrain: On this tour we cycle 225 km in nine days (an average of 25 km per day) further optional rides are available. The route follows mainly level terrain on quiet back roads. We have graded the route as easy.
Group Size: Generally 10 to 16.
flight
DETAILS
Ref: CVN
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