Cycling Holiday: Saigon to Hanoi 14 days

Arriving at Saigon (SGN) international airport in Vietnam, our friendly guide will have the warmest welcome you and transfer about 45 minutes to the La Siesta 5 star hotel, checkin and free time to relax until 18h our guide will transfer you to the Saigon River Cruise for dinner and enjoy one of the most beautiful panorama in Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City! 

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✅ Inclusion: Airport pickup transport, welcome dinner on Saigon River cruise, guide, La Siesta Premium 5 star hotel (or similar).

⏰ Departure time: 8h A.M 

Driving for 1.5hrs away from Saigon's remarkable rush hour traffic to reach the quieter suburbs this morning, we collect our bikes near the remains of an old US military base (25th infantry division) and start our ride for about 30 km to Ben Dinh, the site of the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels. Originally started during the French occupation of the country, the tunnels went on to achieve notoriety during the Vietnam War, when they formed an amazing underground command base for 10,000 Viet Cong troops. We will explore the tunnels with a local guide this morning. Be warned though, the tunnels are low and narrow and can be claustrophobic.

After lunch we continue cycling for about 20 km towards Ben Nay to further explore the area. We drive 2hrs back to Saigon arriving in the early evening. It is possible to spend a free day in Saigon if you prefer to see more of the city. For the cycle ride today, and on subsequent rides, water is provided and you can top up your water bottle from the support truck. Overnight in Saigon City!

✅ Inclusion: Comfortable A/C support transport, Cu Chi tunnels tickets, Mountain bicycle with helmet, ferries (if any), La Siesta Premium 5 star hotel, fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

Today is an easy and beautiful cycling day to Cat Tien National Park. You will have an early morning departure to Dong Nai District in about 2,5 hours in a minivan. You will take a short time to fit our Mt.bicycle and venture in-depth into the coffee, tea and cashew fields with some interactions where you can stop for the pictures.  You will have lunch at a small water stream restaurant that is called “Ba Giọt Waterfalls" with a rest in the forest nearby the forest zone! 

In the afternoon, you continue cycling further toward the bufferzone of Cat Tien National Park with a coffee break at where we might finish the last biking route to Cat Tien National Park for overnight.

✅ Inclusion: Comfortable A/C support transport, Mt. bicycle with helmet, entrance fee, ferries (if any), Cat Tien Jungle 3 star lodge (or similar), fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

Enjoy the peaceful nature at our forest lodge and the charming breakfast restaurant in the buffer zone of the national park, where you can reconnect with the true value of life.

We will cross the Dong Nai River to begin our Trekking Tour, which covers about 8km through the tropical and wetland forests of Vietnam. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to see the impressive "Tung Tree", which is around 800 years old. Afterward, we'll cycle towards Da Lat.

In the afternoon, we'll visit the Elephant Waterfalls and a cricket farm (time permitting). Finally, we'll transfer to the center of Da Lat, where you can freely explore the hill tribe city by night from the comfort of our 4-star hotel.

✅ Inclusion: Transport, Mt. bicycle with helmet, entrance fee, ferries (if any), TTC Da Lat hotel, fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

 We’ll leave Dalat this morning by bus and drive for about half an hour to the start of today's ride. The beginning of the ride is on relatively quiet mountain roads with plenty of ascent and descent for the first 20 km before we stop for a break. From here the next 30 km culminates with an ascent of the Hon Giao Pass (1,700m), a challenging ride that takes us up through forests of pine and across a landscape of dramatic mountain scenery.

 After celebrating reaching the pass and a chance to rest at the top, the remainder of today's ride is a superb 30km of virtually uninterrupted descent towards the town of Khanh Vinh, where we plan to stop for lunch. We finish the rest of the journey to Nha Trang by bus and it should take us around 1.5 hours. Overnight in Nha Trang City!

✅ Inclusion: Transport, Mt. bicycle with helmet, cycling guide, entrance fee, ferries (if any), Melia Nha Trang 5 star hotel (or similar), fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

You will have a full free day to explore Nha Trang by yourself.

Here are our suggestions:

• Nha Trang is known for its beautiful bays, golden beaches, and turquoise waters. Over the years, it has grown into a bustling beach city and popular tourist destination.
• Weather permitting, in the morning, you can take a cruise out to explore the surrounding seas and islands. You can enjoy activities like swimming, snorkeling, cuba diving, skiing, surfing or indulge in delicious seafood.

Overnight in Nha Trang City!

✅ Inclusion: breakfast, Melia Nha Trang 5 star hotel (or similar)

 Using a combination of bus and bicycle this morning we’ll continue along the coast to the city of Quy Nhon. We commence our ride from the hotel in Nha Trang, encountering heavier traffic as we leave the city which thins out as we head along the Pham Van Dong road and continue along the coastal road to Ninh An toll fee station (a journey of some 18 kilometers). From here we then take the bus for one hour to Dai Lanh, where we have a chance to swim and relax, before continuing by bus over Ca Pass to Bai Tien Song Cau. From here we resume our journey by bike with a 42 km ride to complete the final leg to Quy Nhon and our hotel for the night.

✅ Inclusion: Transport, Mt. bicycle with helmet, cycling guide, entrance fee, ferries (if any), Seagull Quy Nhon Beach hotel, fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

 Departing Quy Nhon this morning we cycle out across Thi Nai Bridge, the longest sea bridge in Vietnam, which connects the city with the Phuong Mai Peninsula. Once across, we continue by bike along the Quy Nyon lagoon towards Phu My some 50 kilometers away. From Phu My we then travel by bus to Quang Ngai, the scene of the My Lai massacre - one of the most infamous episodes of the Vietnam War.

 After visiting the site and visitor's center, we complete the final leg to Hoi An by bus, a journey of some 2 to 3 hours. Overnight in Hoi An Ancient Town! 

✅ Inclusion: Transport, Mt. bicycle with helmet, cycling guide, entrance fee, ferries (if any), Vinh Hung resort, fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

The historic, merchant town and safe harbor of Hoi An had become one of the busiest international trading ports of Southeast Asia by the 17th and 18th centuries. Colonized by the Portuguese in the 16th century, it still retains its charm today, with many of its old buildings superbly preserved. 

This morning we’ll take a walk through the historic heart of this World Heritage Site, taking in the city's famous Japanese Bridge and its museum, before wandering amongst its traditional wooden houses and Chinese temples. This afternoon is then free to perhaps take a gentle boat, try your hand at Vietnamese cooking or pay a visit to one of Hoi An's renowned tailors' shops, or maybe explore further afield by bike. Overnight in Hoi An! 

✅ Inclusion: Mt. bicycle with helmet, cycling guide, Hoi An entrance fee, Cooking course, 4 star resort (Vinh Hung resort or similar), boat trip, fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

Leaving Hoi An after breakfast, we travel by bus up the coast to Danang followed by a twisting drive up to the lofty heights of the Hai Van (Sea Cloud) Pass. This stunningly scenic region once marked the boundary between Vietnam and the Champa Kingdom to the south and, as we reach the summit of the pass, the panoramas before us are simply spectacular. Descending by bus we head next for Lang Co where today's ride starts.

We cycle along scenic back roads as we wind our way alongside the Cau Hai Lagoon to end the ride finally at Phu Bai. Meeting our bus in Thuan An, we’ll then drive for about an hour to Huế on the shores of the Perfume River. Overnight in Hue City!

✅ Inclusion: Comfortable A/C transport, Mt. bicycle with helmet, cycling guide, 4 star hotel (Park View hotel or similar), boat trip, fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

Once the capital of Vietnam and an inspiration for poets and artists alike for centuries, Hue is still a thriving and important city. First thing this morning we drive to the impressive Old Citadel that still dominates the left bank of the river. After visiting the citadel we commence our final cycle ride. Our route follows the Perfume River and leads us to the 19th century Nguyen Tomb of Ming Mang. After visiting the mausoleum we return to our hotel to freshen up before the mid- to late-afternoon departure of the overnight train to Hanoi.

We plan to stay in 'soft-sleeper' four berth cabins, bunk bed style and bedding is provided. Both Western and Asian style toilets are at the end of each carriage as well as a basin. The Leader will allocate beds keeping people together as far as possible but it may be necessary to share with other travellers. Overnight on Train!

✅ Inclusion: Comfortable A/C transport, Mt. bicycle with helmet, cycling guide, Cabin of train (Soft-berth/4 persons/1 cabin or similar), boat trip, fruit, snack, drinking/mineral water.

You will arrive to Hanoi around 5h30 am and transfer with guide to the Hotel in the Old Quarter Hanoi for breakfast and a short break before below acts: 

 8:00 – 8:30 am: you’ll be picked up from your hotel in old quarter HaNoi to get to the TuanChau Marina via the new Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway. 

 11:30 – 12:00 pm: Arriving at Halong Bay, you’ll be welcomed to embark on the cruise. It’s time to learn about the cruise briefing and safety instructions while sipping a welcome drink. After check-in, you can take a short rest after an excursion. 

 0:45 – 1:30 pm: While cruising through the karst rock formations into the world of natural heritage, you will have lunch at the luxury restaurant on the cruise. Fill your stomach with a great diversity of deluxe Vietnamese set menu and fresh seafood dishes. You can admire a lot of Dog Stone, Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, also known as Hon Trong Mai of Ha Long Bay. Island Images show up with two huge chickens: a drum, a roof with their heads together, feet pounding the protruding pose unique and impressive. Between heaven's immense sea, Ga Choi island shows up beautifully, natural challenges, the weather which for hundreds of years, sometimes chicken stands proudly between sky and sea. Each dawn, the sun sometimes dyed red chicken to create a shimmering beauty scene, vaguely. Photos of the island, Ga Choi gorgeous attracted a lot of tourists come and also the symbol of the House tourism Cage 

 3:00 – 5:30 pm: Visit to Luon Grotto. This is also one of the most beautiful tunnels in Halong Bay. You will explore it by kayaking or just sit on a small bamboo boat, one fisherman will take it. Inclusions: Transport, guide, HaLong Bay Junk, shared accommodation, cave entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, water. Overnight on Ha Long Cruise!

✅ Inclusion: Transport, guide, entrance fee, Aspira cruise, breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Enjoy a light breakfast while watching the sunrise from the cruise, which offers stunning views compared to being on land. A Tai Chi class may also be offered.

The next stop on the classic Halong Bay route is Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), one of the largest and most magnificent caves in Halong. To reach the entrance of Surprise Cave, you'll need to climb more than 50 steps and be amazed by the mysterious natural vegetation of Halong Bay. Discovered in 1901 by the French, the cave's original name is "Grotte Des Surprises" due to its amazing variety. Sung Sot Cave covers an area of approximately 10,000 square meters, divided into two large chambers. Each chamber has its own unique geological features, featuring million-year-old stalactites and columns.

After that, you'll have time to pack your luggage or relax on the sundeck while the boat heads to the port. It's then time for brunch on the cruise before returning to Tuan Chau Port, where you can sit back and relax in the waiting room before your return transportation.

The transfer from Halong to Hanoi will then begin. You will be dropped off at your hotel in the Hanoi old quarter. Enjoy a farewell dinner and have free time to explore the Hanoi Old Quarter one more night.

✅ Inclusion: Transport, guide, entrance fee, Aspira cruise trip, breakfast, brunch, 4 star hotel (May De Ville hotel or similar).

Base on your booked flight, our guide and driver will ready to escort you to the Nội Bài International Airport individually at anytime today!

✅ Inclusion: Airport drop-off transport with guide, breakfast at the hotel.