Cycle Northern Vietnam

Trip Type: Cycling

8 Days
1 - 16 People

Starts From:

NZD $1,970.00 /Person

More than 30 million Vietnamese can't be wrong – handle-bar height gives you the best view of Vietnam! On this seven-day cycling trip through …

Cycle Northern Vietnam

More than 30 million Vietnamese can't be wrong – handle-bar height gives you the best view of Vietnam! On this seven-day cycling trip through the north, you’ll meet locals and experience their culture in a way that otherwise wouldn't be possible. Get started in bustling Hanoi, where you can discover the Old Quarter’s ‘36 Streets’ and fuel up on multiple banh mis, then make your way to UNESCO World Heritage site Ha Long Bay, down country lanes and through spectacular mountain scenery. You’ll stay in a traditional homestay with friendly hosts, ride through the gorgeous landscapes of Pu Luong and Cuc Phuong National Park and spend a night on serene waters under the stars.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi

Day 2: Hanoi city ride

Day 3: Mai Chau Cycling

Day 4: Pu Luong National Park Cycling

Day 5: Cuc Phuong National Park/Tam Coc Cycling

Day 6: Halong Bay & Ninh Binh Cycling

Day 7: Halong Bay & Hanoi

Day 8: Hanoi

Trip Inclusions

Meals

7 breakfasts and 3 dinners are included

Transport

Bicycle (e-bike option available), Support vehicle, Boat, Kayak, Taxi

Accomodation

Hotel (4 nights), homestay (2 nights), overnight boat (1 night)

Included Activities

Guided Hanoi city bike ride
Hanoi - Hoa Lo 'Hanoi Hilton' Prison
Guided & vehicle-supported cycling in Mai Chau
Guided & vehicle-supported cycling in Pu Luong National Park
Guided & vehicle-supported cycling in Cuc Phuong National Park
Guided & vehicle-supported cycling near Ninh Binh
Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise

Trip Highlights

Cycle through Vietnam’s wildlife-filled natural landscapes, small villages and ancient ruins – the best way to see the country is on a bike!
Ride through the spectacularly lush landscapes of Pu Luong and on to Cuc Phuong National Park (one of the most important conservation sites in the country) – cycling alongside the rice paddies, you’ll pass local farmers, limestone karsts and diverse flora and fauna.
Work up an appetite cycling around Vietnam’s capital city of Hanoi – after wandering the Old Quarter on two legs and two wheels, you can spend the evening indulging in the delicious local and regional food (think banh mi, bun cha and pho).
Spend a night aboard a small boat at the UNESCO World Heritage site Ha Long Bay – a must-do on any visit to Vietnam! Sail among the limestone peaks, stop off at one of the remote islands and wander the staircases of Surprise Cave.
Get to know the locals better on a homestay visit in the village of Poom Coong. In a traditional stilt-house, your hosts will cook you dinner and you might even be treated to some of the local rice wine.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.