Vietnam Adventure on Bike from North to South 16 days

Morning

Our tour guide will wait and welcome you when arriving at Noi Bai International Airport. 

You will be transferred directly to the hotel in Hanoi. After a long flight, spend time for leisure and relaxation.

NOTE: Hotel check-in is at 14:00, you can check in earlier by paying a surcharge if you want to.

Afternoon/ Evening

You will have optional choices to watch cultural shows such as Water Puppet Show and Vietnamese Cooking Class or Foodie Tours, which are presented through links below:

Morning

Have a full breakfast at the hotel and get ready to cycle around Hanoi. You'll be picked up by our tour guide from the hotel around 07:30 then go to the bike shop to choose your bike for the tour.

First, you will take an excursion through the crowded streets of Hanoi’s Old Quarters to admire the beauty in the architecture, peaceful lifestyle, and culture of the people here.

Then, pass by the Red River on Long Bien Bridge, the historic bridge has witnessed many ups and downs of the capital in the Vietnam War.

After that, visit the Ancient House in Bat Trang Pottery Village where you can learn the process of making a pottery product and create your own during the workshop.

Refill your energy by having lunch at a local restaurant in a new urban area of Eco Park.

Afternoon

Continue the trip and pay a visit to an interesting and unique Bonsai Garden and witness the art of sophisticated tree sculpting. 

At last, you will stop by the Red River Pottery Market of Quang Ba, where ceramics are stacked waiting to be taken into Hanoi by bicycle.

Get back to the bike shop, our tour guide will get a taxi and escort you to the hotel. Time to take a rest before the night train to Sapa.

20:00: Our driver will pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to Hanoi train station for the night train to Lao Cai. The train departs at approximately 21:15.

NOTE: 

• The overnight train has shared sleeping compartments (sharing with other passengers in 2 lower & 2 upper berths per compartment). Private compartments are on request with a surcharge.
• Our tour guide will not accompany you during the train trip. Train schedules are subject to change. Restrooms at either end of the carriages.

Morning

Around 05:30 - 06:00: Arrive at Lao Cai train station, our driver will pick you up from the train station to your hotel in Sapa. Relax and have breakfast at the hotel

At 09:30, you will join our guide and begin the exciting adventure 13-km down-hill trekking tour. You will travel through small trails of rock and gravel, which lead to an opening view of the beautiful terrace fields.

Start the tour to Y Linh Ho village, settled down by the beautiful Muong Hoa River.

Continue the journey to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai, where you can spend time exploring the neighborhood, interacting with the locals, and learning about how they live in the mountainous region.

After a busy morning, relax in a local restaurant by the river for a warm lunch.

Afternoon

You will trek to Ta Van village to visit the Zay people, a fairly small minority group of about 38.000 people, and hear their stories about life in the mountain.

Return to Sapa by car to rest after such a long day. Free at leisure the rest of the day.

Overnight at a hotel in Sapa.

Morning

Have a delicious breakfast at the hotel then get ready to be picked up by our tour guide for the adventurous trekking trip at around 09:00.

Take a walk down to the southwest of Sapa to visit Cat Cat Village of the Black Hmong, one of the more well-known ethnic villages of Sapa. 

Enjoy the stunning waterfall here, and look at the vestige of a hydroelectric power station that the French constructed. After that, you will have a picnic lunch by the side of the river. 

Afternoon

Continue to trek 3 km to Sin Chai Village, located at the foot of Fansipan Mountain to enjoy the stunning landscapes of the mountain and meet the friendly locals here.

Come back to the main road to get the transfer back to Sapa town on a jeep. Have a short rest then check out.

14:30 - 15:00: Say goodbye to Sapa and transfer to Hanoi by sharing a limousine.

Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Morning

Have breakfast at your hotel and then transfer to Halong Bay, one of the seven Wonders of the World.

11:00 - 12:00: Arrive at the pier, you will feel the warm welcome by the boat crew, then get on the cruise to check in your cabin.

Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch while the boat sailing among the majestic limestone mountains of the bay. 

Afternoon 

Discover the beauty of Halong Bay with enjoyable activities like cave exploration, kayaking, and swimming in the sea, offering simple yet delightful ways to experience the stunning scenery of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Get back onboard around 17:30 and join Happy Hour at sunset or take part in a Vietnamese cooking class, where you can learn to prepare traditional dishes and savor the flavors of Vietnam.

Evening

Savor a delicious dinner then relax or take part in nighttime activities such as squid fishing, karaoke, board games, etc. Spend overnight on board.

NOTE: The detailed itinerary will be provided depending on each cruise. 

Morning

You can get up early to witness the stunning sunrise of Halong Bay or exercise in a Tai Chi class. Have breakfast on the cruise at around 07:00.

Continue your exploration of the bay by visiting a cave, kayaking, or swimming in the emerald water, allowing you to delve into the natural wonders of Halong Bay and create unforgettable memories amidst its serene beauty.

Then, visitors will return to the main ship, check out, and then have brunch. Relaxing while the boat returns to the harbor.

11:00 - 11:30: Disembark. Say goodbye to the crew then board the shuttle bus to Hanoi.

Afternoon

Return to your hotel in Hanoi for a rest. You can go shopping or explore the beautiful Hanoi Old Quarter at night.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel then check out. Our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Hue.

Arrive at the airport in Hue. Travel to your hotel, check in, and be free for the rest of the day.

Hue is a cultural heritage city, it has a long history and tradition with unique values and identities. You can take a city tour to the Imperial Citadel of Hue, visit Truong Tien Bridge at night, Dong Ba market and so much more.

For anyone who wants to explore Hanoi at night, you can try the below optional suggestions:

Morning

Wake up early, have breakfast at the hotel, and be picked up by our tour guide at 08:00 then join a half-day cycling tour to explore peaceful Hue city:

Go to Toa Kham Wharf for a cruise on the romantic Perfume River. You will stop at Thien Mu Pagoda, an iconic temple symbolizing the rich cultural heritage of Hue, and immerse yourself in the symbol of the city. 

Continue cruising to Hue Ecolodge, and visit Thuy Bieu Eco-village, an authentic village representing the countryside of Hue.

Get on the bike then visit handicraft families including the incense-making family, the joss paper-making family, and the paper painting family to learn about the daily life of local people here.

Relax by stepping foot into medicinal herb water which is a traditional therapeutic practice.

Afternoon

Go back to the hotel in the City Center and spend time relaxing. Overnight in your hotel.

Morning

Have breakfast at the hotel and pack your luggage. Around 08:00, you will be picked up by our tour guide at your hotel then travel by motorcycle from Hue to Hoi An.

The first stop is the fishing village and paddies fields along the lagoon. Then, pay a visit to Elephant Waterfall where you can enjoy swimming moments, leisurely relaxation, and even a refreshing dip in the cool waters, surrounded by the area's enchanting natural beauty.

Stop at Lang Co Beach where you can take photos of the beautiful white sand and have lunch there. 

Afternoon

13:30: Travel over the Hai Van Pass - the stunning borderline between Hue and Da Nang City. Crossing the crooked, zigzag road, you will be rewarded at the top of the Pass, which is surrounded by clouds on one side against a stunning vast sea stretching to the horizon.

Arrive at the gorgeous Hoi An in the early evening. Check-in at your hotel and take time to relax.

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and start the adventurous biking tour in the countryside of Hoi An. At 08:00, you will be picked up by our driver from your hotel, then ride over the bridge to the peaceful countryside of Cam Kim Island.

Cycle through the lush scenery of rice paddies and farmland on the way to the island. Stop along the way, you will have a chance to chat with farmers and get to know more about their daily lives.

Visit a local family in Duy Vinh and learn about their traditional sedge mattress weaving. 

End the trip by cycling to the local house and savoring a Vietnamese traditional meal for lunch.

Afternoon/ Evening

Transfer back to your hotel in Hoi An. Spend leisure time relaxing or you can explore the colorfulness of Hoi An ancient town by yourself.

Morning

Around 07:45, our guide will wait for you at your hotel then get on a bike for a cycling tour to discover the natural countryside of Hoi An.

Start by exploring the small passageway and alleyways in Hoi An, and drop by the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, a well-preserved 18th-century wooden bridge with a distinctive arched design and intricate carvings, for photo shooting. 

Visit a local family making Banh Dap using traditional methods. These small savory rice flour bowls are a common breakfast staple in the countryside. Then, stop to discover one of Hoi An’s most beautiful villages, and visit a local house to learn about the tradition of family chapels.

Continue riding to witness green paddy fields and vegetable farms along small canals and waterways toward a boat-building site.

The final stops include a traditional mat-weaving shop and a family distillery that produces local rice wine. You may have a chance to see families gathering to clean the fishing nests between journeys at sea. 

After a fun time cycling, you will board a local ferry before getting back to your hotel.

NOTE: The trip is around 20km riding on flat and small roads.

Afternoon/Evening

Take a nap, you are free for the rest of the day. In case you do not know what to do, you can join some of our optional shows and learn about the culture of Hoi An:

Morning

Have fun on your final day in Hoi An. After being picked up from the hotel, you will head to the airport in Da Nang to catch a domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City and then travel to your hotel.

Afternoon

Discover the bustling lifestyle of Ho Chi Minh City on a Scooter. Our tour guide will come and pick you up at 12:00 and travel on the off-the-beaten path of Saigon.

Starting from the city center, we ride through the busy streets and visit the famous and thought-provoking Burning Monk Memorial Statue, a poignant and powerful tribute commemorating an iconic moment in Vietnam's history. 

Then, soak up the local culture at a fresh flower market and then a bright and vibrant fabric market. 

Zoom through Saigon traffic to the captivating Chinese district, visit a traditional medicine shop, an ancient Buddhist temple, and a hidden Chinese pagoda. 

Travel to the heart of Saigon to see some classic city landmarks. Begin your exploration by marveling at the French architectural splendor of the historic Saigon Post Office, an iconic landmark that stands as a testament to Vietnam's colonial past. 

Next, continue your journey to discover the beauty of the Notre Dame Cathedral, a magnificent Gothic-style church with twin spires soaring into the sky, exuding grandeur and spirituality amidst the vibrant streets of Saigon. 

Note: The Cathedral is temporarily closed for renovation.

End with a short history lesson outside the striking Independence Palace. Let our local guides show you their city, their Saigon.

Evening

End the adventurous Vespa tour around 16:30. Drop off at your hotel. Let's explore the vibrant city at night and have dinner on your own.

Morning

Start an exciting day with a visit to Cu Chi Tunnel, an underground defense system created by Viet Cong during the Vietnam War, which has an important part in the national reunification.

07:15: Meet your guide and get on a private van to be whisked away from crowded Saigon for a morning of scenic biking in the north of the city. 

Upon arrival near the Cu Chi, you will get on comfortable, well-maintained bikes with the guidance of a charming, well-spoken local guide. 

Head off through peaceful villages on quiet back roads, trails, and pathways, and see agricultural landscapes and the daily life of the southern Vietnamese people. 

You’ll have opportunities to stop and chat with sellers in the markets or even kids along the roadways. Photographs are encouraged as you want to capture the smiles of the locals as well as the breathtaking scenery of the region.

Our route leads us directly to the Cu Chi, where your guide will explain the history and significance of the tunnel network. You’ll even have a chance to crawl through the historic passageways and experience the underground life that existed just a few decades ago.

The day continues after the tunnel tour with lunch at a nearby local restaurant. 

Afternoon

Our private van will bring you back to your hotel in Saigon after a long active morning. Spend the day resting at leisure, unwind, and be prepared for the next day's tour.

Morning

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and prepare for a 25km cycling adventure to explore the lively Mekong Delta. Around 07:00, meet our guide at your hotel. After a quick transfer, we will get to the starting point. As the bikes are set up, you may enjoy coffee or tea at a small local cafe shop. 

Get on the bike and ride through the serene countryside on quiet, paved rural roads, past countless rice paddies, vegetable farms, and orchards full of locally grown fruit. 

Weave along canal paths and orchard trails, across ferries, through charming villages and towns full of friendly faces. Along the way, you’ll stop at a small shop to see traditional woven mats and visit a nearby cocoa plantation. 

Continue riding through traditional local markets with many fresh fruits, and vegetables and recently catch fish from the region.

As we head further south, rural roads give way to concrete canal paths and the vegetation grows denser. Visit the largest wholesale market in the region as the last stop. Then, travel to a local restaurant for a delicious lunch.

Afternoon

Get on our van and return to your hotel in Sai Gon to relax. The rest of the day is spent as your leisure.

Morning

Fulfill your energy with a tasty breakfast. You are free for the whole day.

If you have enough time, you can explore Ho Chi Minh through these below optional suggestions:

Have leisure time then check out of the hotel at 12:00. (Late check-out can be arranged with a surcharge). Our driver will pick you up for the transfer to the airport.

Goodbye and have a safe flight back home.