Vietnam Mountain Cycle Tour – 07 Days. We drive and cycle to the north from Hanoi to Thu Cuc. At Thanh Son, we’ll have a refreshment break before our first bike ride, which is a reasonably easy 40–50 km and a good warm-up. We’ll stop for lunch back in Thu Cuc, and in the afternoon we have the option of cycling up to another 60 km towards Nghia Lo, a small town in a big valley inhabited by ethnic Thai people….

Day 1 : Hanoi to Suoi Giang - Nghia Lo (  L , D )

After breakfast at your hotel 7:30 Am pick up and we drive north from Hanoi to Thu Cuc. At Thanh Son, we’ll have a refreshment break before our first bike ride, which is a reasonably easy 40–50 km, and a good warm-up. We’ll stop for lunch back in ThuCuc, and in the afternoon we have the option of cycling up to another 60 km towards NghiaLo, a small town in a big valley inhabited by ethnic Thai people. There are no single trail options today, but your guide can take you on quiet dirt roads through some small villages. We overnight in a simple but comfortable homestay in Nghia Lo.

Summary
Biking:   80 km
Meals:   Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay

Day 2 : Nghia Lo – Than Uyen ( B , L , D ) 

There are several riding options today that your guide will discuss with you in advance. After breakfast, we suggest you cycle the winding dirt roads past several villages, before travelling in the backup vehicle to peaceful TuLe. From here, it is 80 km to ThanUyen, in Vietnam’s least populated province, LaiChau. You can choose to cycle or ride partway in the vehicle. This is one of the most beautiful stretches of road in North Vietnam, with imposing mountains and rice terraces. It is also home to the colourful Hmong, Dzao and Tay hill tribes, who we’ll meet along the way.

Summary
Biking:   60 km
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Duc Duy Hotel

Day 3 : Than Uyen – Sapa ( B , L , D ) 

We warm up on a single trail around Than Uyen before driving through the mountainous countryside to Than Thuoc for lunch. As we approach Hoang Lien Son peak, Vietnam’s tallest, we cycle on the main road between 1000–3000 m mountains, finally reaching Vietnam’s highest pass (1900 m). You can, of course, choose to ride in the support vehicle. We then descend to the beautiful mountain town of Sapa (at 1600 m). The deeper into the mountains we go, the more hill tribes we will see, wearing amazingly elaborate and colourful costumes with huge earrings.

Summary
Biking:   80 km
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Sapa Hotel

Day 4 : Sapa – Muong Bo – Sapa ( B , L  ) 

Today offers a half-day trip on dirt roads and single trails, plus a steep downhill (1000 m). We will be walking and/or cycling from village to village, meeting Hmong and Tay hill tribes. Trails sometimes pass through locals’ backyards(don’t worry, they don’t mind!) and they will often gather excitedly to watch cyclists as they pass. After our picnic lunch at a waterfall, there’s time for a refreshing swim before we drive back uphill to Sa Pa. The rest of the day is free to explore this beautiful mountain town of about 140,000 people near the Chinese border.

Summary
Biking:   40 km
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Sapa Hotel

Day 5 : Sapa – Ban Khoang – Lao Cai – Bac Ha ( B , L , D ) 

We are normally surrounded by deep blue skies and fluffy white clouds as we leave Sa Pa, travelling through the beautiful village of Ban Khoang. We’ll wind our way up to higher and higher into the mountains on a country road. We will be cycling at a high altitude for half a day at 1400–1600 m, followed by a long descent to the city of Lao Cai on the Chinese border. We finish with a drive to the stunningly beautiful village of BacHa (1400 m). This border town is known for its colourful weekly markets. The drive takes about 2 hours, and we’ll overnight at a hotel here.

Summary
Biking:   80 km
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Bac Ha Hotel

Day 6: Bac Ha Cycling to Villages ( B, L, D

The Sunday market here is a great opportunity to view local lifestyles and meet the people. Make sure you bring your camera! The scenery and the ornate clothing is amazing. Around midday we’ll cycle on trails through villages for up to 4 hours, admiring beautiful mountains and forest. The main tribe we will see today is the Flower Hmong, one of the most colourful and richly dressed in Vietnam. We’ll be a major focus of attention wherever we go. Even seemingly in the middle of nowhere, people will suddenly appear from the hills. ( If not Sunday we will explore some Hmong villages ) or Saturday will visit Can Cau market.

Summary
Biking:   30 km
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Bac Ha Hotel

Day 7: Bac Ha  – Hanoi ( B, L ) 

Amazing single trail riding is the order of the day. You’ll travel along ridges through evergreen forests and past ancient hill tribes. Lunch is likely to be at a small local restaurant. At the end of the ride, we’ll have earned a snack and a cold beer. After packing up our bikes we drive back to Hanoi. End The Tour

Summary
Biking:   70 km
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: None

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Join in group departure dates: On every Tuesday

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, permission to visit border area.

* 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 -  6 nights

* Experienced English speaking bike guides

Tour Exclusive :

* Travel insurance

* Other personal expenses

* Tips for guides and drivers

* Drinks at restaurants

* Accommodation in Hanoi

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