Hidden Mai Chau & Ninh Binh

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“Explore the colorful world of Northern Vietnam beyond Hanoi.
Discover its charm and cuisine. Delve into its ethnic culture.”

Hidden away just a short distance from the hustle and bustle of Ha Noi, is a quiet land with dramatic landscapes, ethnic tribal groups and delightful country roads inviting cyclists to come explore. Our newest short getaway, Hidden Mai Chau & Ninh Binh, explores the best of this region on a unique journey by bike and boat.

Your Vietnam bicycle tour begins with a quick escape from Ha Noi by van to the green quiet countryside on Man Duc. We will bike through emerald green rices paddies, past small villages and jagged mountain ridges. In Mai Chau valley, you will have a chance to explore ethnic villages and local markets, sampling regional cuisine and more. The journey then focuses on the "Halong Bay in the rice fields" an area with the amazing looking karst outcroppings, rising out of bright green ricefields. It is a photographers paradise that we will explore by both bike and boat, pedaling and paddling to reach areas beyond the public roads.

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Hidden Mai Chau & Ninh Binh
3 days (3 days cycling)
Inn to Inn

Level

Price
$595 - 2 to 5 guests
$450 - 6 or more

Next Departure
At Your Request from September thru May

Itinerary
Day 1 - cycle to Mai Chau; Day 2 - bicycle local villages; Day 3 - cycle to Tam Coc, depart

Route Character
Paved roads, moderate traffic, mixed terrain

Mileage
Total: 189 mi / 304 km
Daily Avg: 37 mi / 61 km

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Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 - The starts with a transfer to get outside Ha Noi's hectic traffic, to the quiet town of Man Duc. We will mount our bikes and pedal off into the lush hill country. The landscapes are magnificent and our cycling takes the easiest route through the mounatins, not over them. A short climb at ride's end takes us into the Mai Chau valley and our lodge sitting at the edge of bright green rice paddies. 30 mi /50 kms

Day 2 - After breakfast, we will cycle around the valley a bit exploring quaint little villages with their traditional houses, perhaps visiting the local market where the ethnic Tai sells their handmade cloth. We will do another shuttle, as our next destination is too far for a day's ride, then enjoy an late afternoon spin through the karst scenery surrounding Ninh Binh. 26 mi / 40 kms

Day 3 - Bike from the hotel to Hoa Lu, the first capital of Vietnam date back from 8th century. Visit the temples and climb some hundred steps to the top of a mountain for a great view over the "Halong Bay in the rice fields". After here we bike through an amazing area of Limestone Mountains uprising on rice paddies. After 1hr riding we reach Tam Coc. Lunch in local restaurant and then enjoy an interesting rowing boat trip on river to explore the Halong Bay on the rice paddies. Drive back to Ha Noi. 20 mi / 32 kms

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At Your Request:
Tour cost: $595 (2 to 5 guests)
Tour cost: $450 (6 or more guests)

Optional Costs:
Single supplement: $195
Bike rental: $0

Deposits):
Tour deposit: $100
Bike rental deposit: $0

At Your Request:
Private departures can be arranged September throuhg May. Get your wheels rolling and request your At Your Request date today. Plan a trip for your bike club or corporate incentive, contact us for more details.

Lodging:
Boutique Hotels, Inns & Resorts
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What's Included:

2 nights Accommodation in the area's better hotels (double occupancy)
All meals from Dinner on Day 1 until Breakfast on Day 3
Water, sodas or beer included at dinner
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:
The tour meets in the morning in Hanoi.

Fly into Hanoi (CNX) before 8 am on Day 1
Fly out of Hanoi (CNX) after 7 pm on Day 3

Check current airfares to: Hanoi

Route Conditions:
The ride is primarily on paved roads, with some short hard packed dirt stretches. Traffic is moderate to light. The route is suitable for performance road, sport road and touring bikes. Terrain is a mix flat and moderate hills.

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.

Giving Back
Guests often ask what they can do or bring to help people in the region. We suggest purchasing school notebooks after you arrive in Vietnam to pass out to children in the remote villages we visit. Or if you have a discount store nearby home, pick up some simple reading glasses (2 to 3.75) to pass out to elderly villagers, so that they can continue to lead productive lives.

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