Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi Bike Tour
Hotel & Bike • 16 nights
VISITING: Vietnam
Overview
Why we love this tour
Fascinating cities of Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An and Hanoi
Swim and snorkel off the tropical islands at Nha Trang
Cruise and cycle around the islands of Halong Bay
Ride at your own pace with a support vehicle, and travel by boat, airplane, train and bus
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Journey south to north through Vietnam, from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi and Ha Long Bay. Travelling more than 1,000 miles by bike, plane, boat, train and bus, you’ll cycle for around 500 miles on either side of Vietnam’s north-south highway. A hugely varied tour, you’ll also have the chance to snorkel around the coral islands at Nha Trang and meet primates in Cuc Phuong National Park.
You’ll experience more than 4,000 years of Vietnamese history, from war tunnels to colonial villas. Pedalling past the central highlands, you’ll visit Hoi An’s old town, the ruins of My Son and the imperial city of Hue. The jungle-topped islands of Halong Bay are an astounding place to spend your last few days, and you’ll cycle through Cat Ba National Park before finishing up in the country’s capital.
Although some of the days are quite long, the cycling is not too arduous and is suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness, especially as you have an air-conditioned bus travelling behind for support.
The Trip
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Accommodation
3* & 4* Hotels
We use a good mix of 3* & 4* hotels (and an overnight train). The accommodation will mostly be the best of what is available while maintaining a lovely local charm. Sometimes in isolated areas, the accommodation may be more ‘authentic’, but it will always be clean and comfortable.
Example hotels:
Northern Hotel Ho Chi Minh
The Light Hotel Nha Trang
Pho Hoi Riverside Hoi An
3* & 4* hotels with one overnight train
Full board (apart from 5 meals)
Air conditioned support vehicle
Luggage transferred each day
What's included
Price includes
16 nights accommodation (15 hotels & 1 overnight train)
Board basis: Full board (apart from five meals)
Domestic flight
Bus and train transfers during the tour
Boat trips as per the itinerary
Service of a local English-speaking guide
Air-conditioned support vehicle available for assistance
Luggage transportation
Water, fruit and soft drinks while cycling
Price excludes
International flights and arrival & departure transfers
Bike hire
Visas
Cycle helmets
Drinks during meals
Tips
Bike hire and extras
Bike hire
Basic spares and tools are carried by the guide and on the support vehicle. A water bottle is provided.
Hybrid or mountain bike
24-27 gear hybrid or mountain bike with a lightweight alloy frame, front suspension, v-brakes and Shimano components
E-Bike
Giant Explorer E+
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Friendly service with expert knowledge
Easy to book and pay online
Full financial protection
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about this tour. Simply click on a question to reveal the answer.
Fly from Hanoi.
Moderate cycling holidays are ideal for regular cyclists as the bike routes require a moderate degree of fitness, which you should have acquired by regular cycling.
We are always on hand to offer advice, so please give us a call if you wish to chat about the tour’s grading.
This tour will run with a minimum of 2 guests and a maximum of 16 guests. If the group is 9 people or more you will have two guides.
Yes, your guides in each country will be English speaking and local. The local guides will be a highlight of your tour as they are experienced and will pass on their knowledge and passion for their country. They will show you the best places to eat, help you meet local people along the way and give you a real feel for the local culture.
Yes, if you want to take a break, jump into the the air conditioned support vehicle that is always available.
No, there is no extra charge for single travellers if you share a room with another same sex single guest. If you want your own room you can pay a supplement.
Flights are not included with our tours. However, we are more than happy to offer advice on long haul and regional flights, based on our extensive experience of travel in Asia.