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🚴 CYCLING THROUGH CENTRAL HIGHLANDS VIETNAM
The Central Highlands of Vietnam is a region of stunning natural beauty and cultural diversity. One of the most popular attractions is Cat Tien National Park, a protected area with abundant wildlife, waterfalls, and hiking trails. For those looking for a peaceful getaway, La Nga Lake offers serene views and a chance to unwind in a tranquil environment. The region is also home to several hilltribe villages, including the Ede people of Madagui, who have preserved their traditional way of life and offer a unique glimpse into their culture. Other highlights include the Highland Wooden Houses, the Huong Lake, and the Dalat Flower Gardens. The Central Highlands is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in experiencing Vietnam's natural beauty and diverse cultural heritage.
🚴 CYCLING THROUGH CENTRAL COAST VIETNAM
The Central Coast of Vietnam is a breathtakingly beautiful region that includes the coastal cities of Nha Trang and Quy Nhon. Nha Trang is known for its pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters, which make it a popular destination for swimmers, divers, and snorkelers. Visitors can also explore historical sites like the Po Nagar Cham Towers and the Long Son Pagoda. Quy Nhon is a quieter and more laid-back city that still has plenty to offer, such as the Thap Doi Cham Towers and the Queen's Beach. Visitors can also venture outside the cities to explore the countryside, which is dotted with rice paddies, fishing villages, and ancient ruins. The Central Coast of Vietnam is a must-experience destination for anyone looking to enjoy the region's natural beauty and rich cultural history.
🚴 EXPLORE HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN IN VIETNAM
Hoi An Ancient Town is a charming Vietnamese destination, renowned for its well-preserved historic buildings and its rich cultural experience. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a must-visit for any traveler. One of the most popular attractions is the Japanese Covered Bridge, an iconic structure that dates back to the 18th century. Visitors can also explore ancient temples, such as the Quan Cong Temple and the Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall. The town is also known for its excellent local cuisine, including the famous Cao Lau noodle dish. Travelers can also enjoy a peaceful boat ride along the Thu Bon River or a visit to the local market to shop for souvenirs. Hoi An Ancient Town truly offers a unique and unforgettable experience for all visitors.
Full itinerary
💢 DAY 1: ARRIVAL SAIGON IN VIETNAM (D)
Hello from Vietnam By Bike, we would like to tailor your full package with a reasonable price in order to let you completely enjoy the end-to-end cycling holiday from Ho Chi Minh city. That's why the guide and driver will serve you from the SGN Airport to the hotel within an hour and you will be free until transfer to the Saigon Cruise for our welcome dinner!
- Transport: transfer from Airport to hotel and dinner
- Biking guide
- Welcome dinner
- Overnight at Eden Star Saigon 4* hotel
💢 DAY 2: SAIGON - CU CHI TUNNELS - SAIGON (B, L/Cycling 35 km+)
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!
- Transport: carry the bikes and riders from/to the hotel
- Tunnel ticket
- Biking guide
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight at Eden Star Saigon 4* hotel
- Ferry
- Drinking water
💢 DAY 3: SAIGON - BAO LOC (B, L, D)
Today is an easy and beautiful day in Bao Loc. 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 “Thác Ba Giọt" 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 biking day and transfer to our forest resort in Bao Loc for overnight.
- Transport: carry the bikes and riders from/to the hotel
- Tunnel ticket
- Biking guide
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
- Ferry
- Drinking water
- Overnight at Madagui 3* Resort
💢 DAY 4: BAO LOC - DA LAT (B, L/Cycling 60 km+)
Enjoy the great nature with the pure atmosphere of our forest resort and the beautiful breakfast’s restaurant in the middle of the green giant trees where you understand the value of life!
We take an hour and a half to drive to a charming village to cycle for visiting Elephant Waterfalls, then you ride down to Nam Bang before we continue cycling on gentle hilly backroads to Ta Nung and Calmly as a gateway of Da Lat Valley City.
Taste local foods enroute with a blend coffee will be made by the native people of the coffee homeland of Da Lat and you may be introduced to the DaLat Wine with meals. You finally explore. the Da Lat centre and heart lake - Perfume Lake. Check-in at a 4 star hotel and discover Dalat nightlife!
- Transport: carry the bikes and riders from/to the hotel
- Entrance fee
- Biking guide
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
- Boat ride
- Drinking water
- Overnight at Muong Thanh Da Lat 4* Hotel
💢 DAY 5: DA LAT - NHA TRANG (B, L, D/Cycling 65 km+)
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!
- Transport: carry the bikes and riders from/to the hotel
- Entrance fee
- Biking guide
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
- Ferry
- Drinking water
- Overnight at Comodo 4* Hotel
💢 DAY 6: NHA TRANG BOAT TRIP TO TROPICAL ISLAND (B, L/No Cycling)
Nha Trang's beautiful bays, golden beaches and turquoise waters have seen it quickly grow into a bustling town and popular tourist destination. Weather permitting, this morning we’ll take a cruise out to explore the surrounding seas and islands. We aim to stop near one of the islands where you have the option to have a swim from the boat (possible to hire snorkeling equipment).
We move on to another tiny island where we plan to spend a few hours relaxing and swimming. The island is privately owned and it is possible to rent a sun lounger and parasol. There will also be the option to enjoy drinks, a seafood lunch or snack on the island (at your own expense). Returning to Nha Trang later this afternoon, the rest of the day is free. Overnight in Nha Trang City!
- Transport: carry the bikes and riders from/to the hotel
- Entrance fee of beach and Snorkeling
- Biking guide
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
- Boat trip
- Drinking water
- Overnight at Comodo 4* Hotel
💢 DAY 7: NHA TRANG - QUI NHON (B, L, D)
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.
- Transport: carry the bikes and riders from/to the hotel
- Entrance fee
- Biking guide
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
- Drinking water
- Overnight at Seagull 4* Hotel
💢 DAY 8: QUI NHON - HOI AN (B, L/Cycling 50 km+)
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!
- Transport: carry the bikes and riders from/to the hotel
- Entrance fee
- Biking guide
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
- Drinking water
- Overnight at Vinh Hung 4* resort
💢 DAY 9: HOI AN WALKING, CYCLING, COOKING, FARMING, BOATING (B, L)
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 river cruise, 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. Our service will end at your booked accommodation in this late afternoon!
- Entrance fee
- Cooking course
- Farming fee
- Biking guide(s)
- Mt.bike with helmet
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
- Drinking water
- If you want us to book for your today's accommodation, please mention while booking with us !
Tour Details
Facts
| Total Cycling Distance | 420 km |
| Avg Distance/Day | 60 km |
| Avg Climbing/Day | 560 m |
| location_on | Destinations | Ho Chi Minh City |
| flag | Tour Meets | Saigon |
| flag | Tour Ends | Hoi An |
| flight_land | Fly In To | SGN Airport |
| flight_takeoff | Fly Out Of | DAD Airport |
| group | Group Size | 2-10 Riders |
| vertical_align_bottom | Minium Age | 16 |
Experienced Profile
Booking Info
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✅ DEPOSIT
For less than 5 day tour to secure the service, we require deposit 100 USD/person & for Longer 5 days Tours to guarantee your place we require a 500 USD deposit, whichever is the greater. We also require that you take out travel insurance when you book your holiday. Besides covering you during your holiday it will also enable you to claim for any money that you have paid to us, including your deposit, should you have to cancel your trip.
✅ BALANCE
Deposit must be paid 15 days before the departure date with fees for any bicycle rental(s), single supplement(s) and extra hotel nights. Our confirmation will include personal details you provided us (including your flight information), visa application advice, a packing suggestion list and a detailed tour itinerary. It will also include a checklist to ensure you get everything ready for your holiday.
✅ CANCELLATION POLICY
On the rare occasions when we, VietnamByBike, must cancel a trip, all payments received to date will be 100% refunded, which constitutes full settlement. There will be absolutely no deductions. If you, the client, must cancel your reservation, your cancellation fee will be determined according to when you cancel. For full details, please read our cancellation policy.
✅ LOYALTY RIDERS CLUB
For those who have been on several long tours with us we reward customer loyalty by offering repeat customers a special discount off the tour price (excludes single supplement and bike rental). If this is your fourth scheduled tour or more you will receive a 5% discount. If this is your eighth scheduled tour or more we will extend a 10% discount. The discount will be reflected in your online booking, but please contact us if any questions. Loyalty discounts can not be used in conjunction with any other offer. Note: Only tours of 5 days or more will be applicable for loyalty discount.
✅ INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
International flights, to and from the start and finish points are not included in the tour price. Once your tour is Guaranteed to Depart you can book your flight. Please contact us for advice before arranging flights for the best arrival and departure times. We would only cancel a trip for an extreme circumstance, but in that case, where we cancel your trip, we cannot be liable for losses incurred relating to any flight booking you have made. Please claim any losses from your travel insurance that you acquired when you booked your holiday.
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