A cycling holiday offers the opportunity to experience two stunning countries; Vietnam and Laos. In both countries, communities who have had very little contact with the western world will give you a warm respectful welcome.
The highlights along the route come from the beautiful mountains and the many remote villages you’ll pass through. The cheerful cries of ‘sabaydee’ from the kids will keep your motivation going as the next climb looms on the horizon.

Day 1: Dien Bien Phu ( Vietnam ) – Tay Trang border – Muang kua (Laos)

This morning we will arrive Tay Trang border at around 10: 00 AM After finishing immigration formalities in Vietnam immigration take a short drive to Laos immigration (5 km) and say goodbye to Vietnamese guide and all staff. Meet Lao guide, after immigration formalities, we ride to Muangkua,( Dien Bien Phu city to Tay Trang border is 40 km )

Distance: Dien Bien Phu to border = 30 km (From Lao immigration to the hotel) 70 km

Meal:  L / D

Accommodation: Sernaly hotel

Day 2: Muangkua – Udomxai

After breakfast, we head east in the direction to Udomxai province, you should be feeling refreshed, although it is a gradual downhill it is uphill in some places but does not worry it is not too steep. There are some excellent photo opportunities of the friendly Khmu tribe and their families. Lunch is prepared by our guide and helpers so we can find a nice spot for lunch stop by the stream. Today is a great day riding.

Distance: 103 km

Meal: B / L / D

Accommodation: Villa keosermsack

Day 3. Udomxai – Pakmong

Today is the hard day with the big climb, continuing along Route 13 north towards Luangprabang. after 5 km from the guesthouse, the road starts to wind upwards and we start the first of a series of long climbs through high mountains but the scenery is perfect. We are in the land of the Hmong (high Lander) who are known as originally living in high elevation in northern Laos, in former time they lived by growing opium. After a long climb, we rest on the first peak for water, snacks and seasonal fruits. Then we continue the next 30 km to the second and the third peak for a lunch stop, after lunch it is down, down and down as we descend 30 km into the valley, this is the last downhill. At the end of the descent, we arrive at Pakmong, a village that marks the junction at where the road turns towards Luangprabang.

Distance: 81 km

Meal: B / L / D

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Day 4: Pakmong – LuangPrabang

After breakfast we ride along Route 13 north head to LuangPrabang, today is the longest day, the road is up and downhill but no big climb, it is an easy ride. At kilometer 30 to LuangPrabang we turn from road 13 on the dirt road toward the Mekong River at Pak Ou village and visit Buddha caves. Optional riding or driving the last 30 km to LuangPrabang,

Distance: 110 km

Meal: B / L / D

Accommodation: Villa Phoumalin

Day 5: LuangPrabang, city tour

After breakfast cycle to visit the local market (Phosi market) then cycle to visit the former royal temple of Vat Xiangthong, Visoun temple and the former royal palace (museum) also an exploration of the town and afterward, meeting with monks inside their temple to discuss their way of life, share ideas questions about their impressions of your lifestyle, beliefs, and culture and theirs.

In the afternoon, cycle outside town to visit weaving and handicrafts papers villages after that cycle back to town to climb up Phousi mount to see a panoramic view of town and sunset.

  • Luangprabang is the oldest city in Laos, and before the 16th century, it was the capital city of the land of million elephants (Laos). The town is beautifully preserved and in 1995 it was added to UNESCO`s World Heritage list.

Ride: 15 km

Meals: B

Accommodation: Villa Phoumalin or similar

Day 6: LuangPrabang – Kewkacham

We ride out of town and join route 13 heading south. Today’s ride will take us up around 1000 meters in elevation and the climbs start almost as soon as we leave town. we ride out of the Mekong valley and into the mountains, following the Khan river. We pass many villages and stop for refreshments every 15 or 20 km. we will take the left folk staying on route 13, then start a series of tough climbs. After 15 km of climbing (1005 m above sea level), we are rewarded with a 14 km descent to Nam ming (350 m above sea level) where we will stop for lunch. After lunch, we have one last climb (20 km) into the mountains to Phou Dam before we drop down to Kew Kacham where our destination (is 1340 m above sea level ). Accommodation is basic but dinner is good and there is plenty of Beer Lao.

Altitude: LuangPrabang = 270 m. Kewkacham = 1340 m

Distance: 78 km

Meal: B / L / D

Accommodation: Kewkacham guesthouse (primitive and share bathroom, 24 h electricity)

Day 7: Kewkacham – Kasi

Our guide will prepare breakfast. This area is the coldest place on our trip especially in the morning, as we ride along the mountain ridge for 20 km. At 22 km, we start our first climb of the day for 8 km. After the big junction (the highest point on this route) where route 7 goes to the plain of jars we turn right along Route 30 north to the restaurant with the panoramic view, 40 km from our destination Kasi, after lunch we continue down route 13, this 25 km descent is one of the best in Southeast Asia, we will enjoy a most excellent afternoon ride. At the bottom, we have a short climb before a flat ride into the small town of Kasi where we stay overnight.

Altitude: Kewkacham = 1340 m. Kasi = 405 m

Ride: 94 km

Meal: B / L / D

Accommodation: guesthouse (good guesthouse with private bathroom and hot shower. 24 h electricity)

 Day 8: Kasi – Vangvieng

We should be able to do today’s ride in a single morning leaving extra relaxation time in Vanvieng. We continue along route 13 and although there are some short climbs most of the ride is downhill or flat. The scenery is just beautiful and you should really enjoy stretching your legs. We will stop for refreshments a few times along the way, but we make the main stop after 50 km at a big village of Ban Phatang we you can take great pictures of the fantastic view. The last 18 km is a fast flat ride among the spectacular limestone mountains. We will reach the hotel in time to enjoy lunch overlooking the river. In the afternoon is free to explore the town or take a swim in the river. Vangvieng has a lively traveler’s scene with all the usual accompanying facilities: e-mail, pubs, pizza and many young foreigners.

Altitude: Kasi = 405 m. Vangvieng = 280 m

Distance: 55 km

Meal: B

Accommodation: elephant crossing hotel or similar

Day 9: Vangvieng – Thalat

We have a long ride today but an easy ride so we will want to leave early. Riding today there is more traffic so please remember to keep riding on the right side all the time. We continue along Route 13 and stop for refreshment every 20 or 25 km. The rest of the morning is along undulating roads to Hinherb village. After 69 km we reach a long bridge, we stop for lunch in a restaurant. The afternoon ride is along fast flat roads. After 83 km, we turn left at the main junction of Phonhong town. After 15 km of riding along the flat road and takes us into the town of Thalat near the NamNgum dam.

Altitude: Vangvieng = 280 m. Thalat 190 m

Distance: 100 km

Meal: B / L / D

Accommodation: GH

Day 10: Thalat – Vientiane

We ride out of Thalat pass the NamNgum dam, we have one sharp hill in the morning then it is all fairly flat, we stop for lunch in a local restaurant when we feel like it. We regroup before getting into town and then we cycle to the hotel. Dinner is at KuaLao restaurant.

Altitude: Thalat = 190 m. Vientiane = 180 m

Distance: 93 km

Meal: B / L /D

Accommodation: Duangduene hotel or similar

 Day 11: Departure

Transfer to the airport.

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Join in group departure dates: On 20th Monthly

Group size: Min from 2 to Max 16 cyclists

Tour price: Contact us

Tour Inclusive :
* Support transport by A/C minivan or bus, truck for group

* Trek MTB &  helmets, spare parts, aid kits, tool kits

* Entrance fees, boat trip

* B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner as mentioned in the tour itinerary

* For daily cycling only: Water, snacks, fresh fruits, wet towels

*Accommodation in tour - 10 nights

* Experienced English speaking bike guides

Tour Exclusive:

* Travel insurance

* Visa and any flights

* Other personal expenses

* Tips for guides and drivers

* Drinks at restaurants

* Accommodation in Vietnam

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