Hanoi to Saigon Classic Bike Ride
10 Days / 9 Nights
Day 1: Arrive Hanoi (D)
Early flight in is required. This morning, spend a few hours exploring
Hanoi by bus and on foot. Drive to West Lake for fresh coconut juice
and croissant on a pontoon café, to shake away any jet lag
that you might have. Continue out on to Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
to visit the exterior of the final resting place of president Ho
Chi Minh, his old residence and one pillar pagoda. Then enjoy a
tour by cyclo through the vibrant street scene of Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Hanoi became Vietnam's capital in 1010, and still has many preserved
ancient architectural works including the One Pillar Pagoda and
the Temple of Literature. This afternoon, a bike fitting will set
your equipment for the journey and you might have time for a short
test-ride through Hanoi. Before dinner there will be a full trip
briefing.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi (B/L/D)
For early risers, head to Hoan Kiem Lake to see the local Vietnamese
practice their morning Tai Chi and then enjoy a local breakfast
of Pho Bo (beef noodle soup) in the town. Or, return to the hotel
for a continental breakfast. The morning ride features a cycle through
the outskirts of Hanoi. Running alongside the Red River, you pedal
on a dike path, a fascinating introduction into life outside the
big capital. Return to the hotel for an afternoon at your leisure.
After an early dinner, transfer to the train station for the overnight
ride to Hue.
Overnight on board the train. (Cycling Distance: 35 km)
Day 3: Hue (B/L/D)
Early this morning, arrive in Hue, Vietnam's cultural capital. Today's
cycling journey takes you into town and across the Perfume River
to Hue's Imperial Citadel, where you can explore this sprawling
complex, rich with history, on foot. Cycle out to the countryside
along dirt tracks to the Mausoleums of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Ride
past relics and ruins until you reach the end of your journey at
the beautiful
Thien Mu Pagoda situated on the banks of the Perfume River.
This evening enjoy the delicious flavors of Hue cuisine at a local
restaurant.
Overnight in Hue. (Cycling Distance: 45 km)
Day 4: Hue - Hoi An (B/L/D)
Today provides a classic day of cycling. Starting just outside of
Hue you will begin riding along a picturesque, very narrow peninsular
road from Thuan An beach to Vinh Loc. You will then hop on a local
ferry to cross the Perfume River estuary before joining the legendary
Highway 1 at the base of today's 3 hill climbs! Reward your hard
work with a swim at Lang Co Beach and re-fuel with lunch as there
is one more hill of the day - the Hai Van Pass. Challenging, yet
manageable, this ride is full of breathtaking views. After the climb,
relax as you transfer by van the rest of the way to Hoi An, a delightful
old trading town and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Relax over dinner
and drinks or perhaps a traditional massage for sore muscles!
Overnight in Hoi An. (Cycling Distance: 100 km)
Day 5: Hoi An - My Son - Hoi An (B/L/D)
Set out for a challenging ride from the outskirts of Hoi An on a
quiet back road to the famous Cham Towers of My Son. My Son was
an imperial city during the Cham dynasty, between the 4th and 12th
centuries, and more than 70 towers and temples remain rising majestically
from the rice paddies. The ride is through a remote area where very
few tourists venture, and surrounded by stunning views. You will
arrive tired but triumphant at these most wonderful towers and enjoy
a picnic lunch before transferring back to Hoi An for dinner.
Overnight in Hoi An. (Cycling Distance: 60 km)
Day 6: Hoi An - Danang - Nha Trang (B/L/D)
After leisurely breakfast, transfer to airport for morning flight
to Nha Trang where 10km of white sandy beach await! Cycling around
Nha Trang before having time for a sunset stroll along the beach
or a massage in the afternoon.
Overnight in Nha Trang. (Cycling Distance: 30 km)
Day 7: Nha Trang - Dalat (B/L/D)
This morning, transfer past the busy traffic of Highway 1 to the
Po Klong Garai Cham towers. Start riding from here along 40kms of
flat road, after which it is up, up, up, all the way! The road is
quiet and shady for the most part as you pedal steadily upwards,
past the roar of crickets and fluttering butterflies. The ascent
exceeds 1000meters, but it is possible to conquer all the climbs
with a steady pace, determination and good use of gears! As you
near Dalat, the journey is rewarded as the temperatures begin to
cool and lush green fields and hills fill your vision.
Overnight in Dalat. (Cycling Distance: 100 km)
Day 8: Dalat- Phan Thiet (B/L/D)
Ride along stunning mountain road back down to the coast. It's a
fast ride in parts with plenty of downhill, though there are some
challenging short climbs as this is rolling terrain with lots of
small hills! Time permitting, cycle all the way or transfer the
last leg along a flat plain to Phan Thiet town.
Overnight in one of the best resorts along the beach front in Mui
Ne. (Cycling Distance: 90 km)
Day 9: Phan Thiet - Ho Chi Minh City (B/L/D)
Depart after breakfast straight from the hotel. Ride a pleasant
coastal road to Khe Ga lighthouse then load up for the 3 hour drive
to Ho Chi Minh City. Today's ride is in stark contrast to previous
cycling, with sand dunes and deserts cape the feature of this day.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. (Cycling Distance: 50 km)
Day 10: Depart Ho Chi Minh City: (B)
At leisure until transfer to the airport for inward international
flights.
*****END OF SERVICES*****
"This itinerary may alter due to local conditions, the strength
of the group and other unexpected circumstances. We will do our
very best to adhere to the set itinerary, however we cannot be held
responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. In all
such circumstances, your biking or trekking guide will have the
final say."
RATES AND CONDITIONS
ACCOMMODATION:
Option 1:
LOCATION HOTELS 3 ***(or similar) ROOM TYPE
Hanoi Medallion Superior
Hue Festival Deluxe
Hoi An Ancient House Superior
Nha Trang Saigon Yasaka/The Light Superior
Dalat Hotel Du Parc Standard
Phan Thiet Cham Villa/ Blue Ocean Beach Front villa
Hochiminh city Le Duy Superior
Option 2:
LOCATION HOTEL ROOM TYPE
Hanoi Hilton Deluxe
Hue La Residence Superior River View
Hoi An Life Resort Superior Garden View
Nha Trang Sunrise Superior Sea View
Dalat Sofitel Dalat Palace Superior
Phan Thiet Cham Villa Beach Front villa
Hochiminh city Grand/ Majestic Deluxe
Cost are per person for shared twin/double
Rates are valid until 30 September 2011.
Number of People
1
2
3-4 5-6 7-11 12-16 Single Room Supplement
Price per Person £2712 £1586 £1339 £1170
£1042 £976 £228
Option 2:
Number of People
1
2
3-4 5-6 7-11 12-16 Single Room Supplement
Price per Person £3354 £1935 £1701 £1532
£1404 £1339 £509
Our Services Include:
" Experienced English speaking biking guide(s) (two guides
for group bigger than 11).
" Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfer and biking support.
" 4 berth air-conditioned sleeper train cabin from Hanoi to
Hue.
" Domestic flight from Danang to Nha Trang.
" Drinking water for cycling days.
" Snack, soft drinks, local fruits and fresh tissues for cycling
days
" Meal as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch,
D= Dinner).
" Sightseeing entrance fees where mentioned in the itinerary
" Accommodation in twin sharing room with daily breakfast.
Our Services do not include:
" Visa for Vietnam. Please ensure to get visa before departure
" All air tickets with airport and departure taxes not mentioned
above
" Local bike hire including transport of bikes, and spares
(Trek 4500 Front suspension mountain bikes): 15USD/bike/day X 8
Days=120USD
" Optional visits
" Meals other than those mentioned above
" Beverages and alcoholic drinks at mealtime
" Personal expenses (telephone, laundry, camera films and so
on…)
" Personal travel insurance (should include helicopter evacuation
for Vietnam & repatriation)
" Early check in, late check out
" Tips for guide, driver, waiter, boat crew, porters
" Any other services not clearly mentioned in the itinerary
and in the trip inclusive portion.
A. IMPORTANT NOTES:
" We strongly recommend the purchase of a travel insurance
(covering emergency medical evacuation) for trips to Vietnam and
Cambodia.
B. CONFIRMATIONS:
C. Please note that all the above services & package tours have
not been booked yet, they are proposed for your information only.
We will not launch any reservation before we receive your confirmation.
D. If one or some proposed service(s) is (are) not available at
the moment of booking, we will try to find out other possibility/options
or other similar service(s) in order to avoid as many important
changes as possible.
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