Itinerary (day-by-day)

Day 1 - Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to our hotel in the old French Quarter. The rest day at your leisure.

Day 2 - We explore Hanoi by van, foot and cyclo (a pedal powered taxi). Among our stops is the Museum of Ethnology, with its informative displays about Vietnam's history, culture and ethnic minorities. You will roll through the historic streets of the French Quarter via cyclo and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show at dinner.

Day 3 - This morning we will take the early flight to Hue, one of the most beautiful cities in Vietnam. After getting the bikes ready, we will pedal out to visit the Imperial Citadel ruins, then loop out through the back streets to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda and Ming Manh mausoleums. 19 mi / 30 km

Day 4 - We'll shuttle a bit to avoid a busy stretch of highway, then embark on a delightful ride along backroads following the coast. A short ferry ride brings us to Hwy 1, where we tackle a few short climbs before reaching Lang Co beach and a seafood lunch. Afternoon will find us pedaling over Hai Van Pass (Pass of the Ocean Clouds), then on to our overnight stop in historic Hoi An. You will enjoy dinner at our favorite restaurant overlooking the river in Hoi An. 50 mi / 80 km

Day 5 - Another quick shuttle takes us away from busy Hwy 1 and into the foothills of western Vietnam. Re-mounting our bikes in Thanh My, we will ride the spectacular Ho Chi Minh Highway north through lush forests, rolling hills and picturesque vistas. Riders can pedal as much or as little as they wish today, but we guarantee it will be worth your while to enjoy as much as you can. We relax tonight in tiny Lao Bao near the Laotian border. 43 mi / 70 km

Day 6 - Descending out of the mountains, we eventually rejoin Hwy 1, but quickly turn off to pedal a quiet side road along the coast to Thuan An. Evening will find us back in Hue. 60 mi / 97 km

Day 7 - We fly back to Hanoi bright and early, then transfer by van to Halong city. Boarding a private junk, we will spend the next two days cruising and sea kayaking among the limestone islands that rise from the emerald green waters of Ha Long Bay. Our junk serves as our hotel and restaurant, with private air conditioned cabins and en suite facilities. In the afternoon we will enjoy sea kayaking in Bai Tu Long Bay and visits to the fishing port of Ca Bau.

Day 8 - After breakfast, explore desolate Quan Lan Island with its stunning deserted sandy beaches. Quan Lan has lots of history dating back to the Mongols. Optional cycling on a flat single lane country road to the northern village on the island, Minh Chau. In the afternoon sea kayak off the islands close to Quan Lan. Kayak to Jumping Monkey, Cong Dong and Cong Tay Islands.

Day 9 - In the morning, cruise to Trong and Trinh Nu caves. Paddle for three hours among the karst scenery near to the caves. After lunch cruise further through the bay stopping to kayak inside Luon cave (tunnel cave). In the early evening we return to shore and transfer back to Hanoi.

Day 10 - Depart Hanoi, several shuttles will be available back to the airport.

Prices:

Tour cost: $2150
Single supplement: $425
Tour deposit: $400

Bike rental: $50
Bike rental deposit: $25

Lodging:

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What's Included:

• 9 nights Accommodation in the area's better hotels (double occupancy)
• All meals from Dinner on Day 1 until Breakfast on Day 10
• Water, sodas and beer included at dinner
• Domestic Flights (Hanoi - Hue - Hanoi)
• Service of bilingual Team Pedalers Guide(s)
• Full Van Support
• Daily route directions and maps
• Sightseeing and cultural activities
• Airport pick up & drop off

Meeting & Flights:

Meet at Hanoi Airport on Day 1

Fly into Hanoi (HAN) anytime on Day 1
Fly out of Hanoi (HAN) after 10 am on Day 10

NOTE: Guests can schedule their departure after 7 pm on Day 9 if needed.

Visas & Travel Documents:

Passports are required for all guests. Your passport should have at least 6 months validity past your intended travel dates. Visas can be obtained from the Vietnam Embassy in your country.

Route Conditions

The entire ride is on paved roads, with moderate to light traffic. Pavement is a bit course and suitable for touring, sport road and also performance road bikes with wider tires (25 or wider). Terrain is a mix of flat and small hills along the coastal sections, with hilly conditions along the Ho Chi Minh Highway.

Pre/Post Tour Options

We have several delightful packages that could be enjoyed before or after your ride in Vietnam. Perhaps a visit to fabled Angkor Wat on our 4 day package, that includes cycling through the ruins and a boat trip to visit remote inaccessible temples. You might want to enjoy a cruise along the Mekhong River as it travels from Chang Khong, Thailand to Luang Prabang, Laos, then enjoy a couple of days exploring the UNESCO Heritage City of Luang Prabang. For complete details visit our Asia Stopovers Page.

Trip Starts

Trip Ends

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Oct 13, 2008

Oct 22, 2008

$ 2095

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Nov 10, 2008

Nov 19, 2008

$ 2095

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Dec 8, 2008

Dec 17, 2008

$ 2095

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Jan 12, 2009

Jan 21, 2009

$ 2095

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Feb 9, 2009

Feb 18, 2009

$ 2150

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Mar 9, 2009

Mar 18, 2009

$ 2095

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Apr 13, 2009

Apr 22, 2009

$ 2095

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Oct 12, 2009

Oct 21, 2009

$ 2195

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Nov 9, 2009

Nov 18, 2009

$ 2195

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Dec 7, 2009

Dec 16, 2009

$ 2195

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Dec 23, 2009

Jan 1, 2010

$ 2195

$ 425

$ 400

$ 50

Go When You Want
Private departures can be scheduled pretty much year round. December through May is best with warm temperatures and occasional afternoon showers. June until November is the monsoon season, cooler temperatures but likely to rain everyday.

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