Vietnam holiday-cycling Vietnam overview

 

Ride from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, witnessing Vietnam’s beauty unfold and interacting with the friendly local people

Cycle from electric Ho Chi Minh City to the thrilling capital of Hanoi, going beyond the guidebook to experience the true Vietnam. On this immersive adventure, we ride through fishing villages, folding rice terraces and jungle-cloaked mountains, while also climbing the twisting coastal roads of the famed Hai Van Pass. Off-the-bike adventures include an overnight cruise among the spectacular limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay, a two-night stay on the tropical Whale Island and countless interactions with smiling local people.

 

Highlights

• Discover the best of Biking Vietnam by bike – the most immersive way to experience the country 
• Cycle the famed Hai Van Pass, a challenging climb rewarded with incredible views on the way down 
• Crawl underground through the Cu Chi war tunnels, a poignant reminder of the recent past 
• Relax with two nights at a tropical beachside resort on Whale Island 
• Cruise among the magnificent limestone peaks of Ha Long Bay – a spectacular end to the trip! 

Key Information

• Accommodation: 4 Superior nights (hotels), 8 Classic nights (7 hotel, 1 boat), 1 Simple night (sleeper train)
• Nine days cycling (including one optional ride) with 90 percent vehicle support
• Roads nearly all well paved
• The route is generally flat with some undulation with the exception of Dalat and the Hai Van Pass
• Group normally five to 18, plus local leaders
• Angkor Wat Extension (from Siem Reap) available to book pre tour
• Limited number of e-bikes available for an additional cost

• Countries visited: Vietnam

What's Included

• All breakfasts, nine lunches and one dinner
• All accommodation
• All transport and listed activities
• Tour leader throughout
• Free arrival and departure transfers for everyone
• Local bike hire

What's Not Included

• Travel insurance
• Single accommodation (available on request – hotel nights only)
• Visas or vaccinations
• E-bike hire

8 Days of Cycling

Pace:

Moderate: 8mph-10mph (13kph-16kph)

Terrain:

Low altitude; 100 percent paved

Day 2

32 km / 19.9 miles

Day 3

54 km / 33.6 miles

Day 4

57 km / 35.4 miles

Day 5

91 km / 56.5 miles

Day 7

102 km / 63.4 miles

Day 8

50 km / 31.1 miles