BT06: Cycling Vietnam – 23 days from Hanoi
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🏞️ BT06: Cycling Vietnam – A 23-Day Journey of Discovery
Set against the dazzling mosaic of Vietnam’s mountains, coasts, and ancient cities, the BT06: Cycling Vietnam tour is more than a trip—it’s an odyssey. Beginning in Hanoi’s buzzing Old Quarter and winding through quiet villages, emerald valleys, and storied battlefields, this 23-day expedition pedals through the very soul of the country. Riders ascend mountain passes like the legendary Pha Din and Hoang Lien Son, glide past terraced rice fields in Sapa, and uncover the pulse of local life in hill tribe markets and Black Dao villages.
As the landscape shifts southward, participants sail through the surreal seascapes of Ha Long Bay, cycle coastal roads with the wind at their backs, and discover Vietnam’s imperial past in Hue and lantern-lit Hoi An. The highlands of Kon Tum and Da Lat bring cool air, ethnic cultures, and French colonial charm before the tour spills into the sun-drenched beaches of Nha Trang and the energy of Ho Chi Minh City.
With every turn of the pedal, BT06 crafts a story of vibrant traditions, breathtaking scenery, and warm hospitality—proof that Vietnam’s true beauty unfolds best at the pace of a bicycle.
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Upon arrival at Hanoi Airport, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel for check-in. After settling in, your guide will provide a tour briefing, covering the itinerary and essential Vietnamese traffic rules. Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of Hanoi’s vibrant Old Quarter, followed by a captivating traditional water puppet show in the evening. Overnight in Hanoi.
Start your day with an 8:00 AM hotel pick-up. Escape the city bustle as you cycle through the picturesque villages and valleys of Hoa Binh province. Enjoy a lunch break in Hoa Binh town and visit the impressive Hoa Binh Hydro Power Plant. Ascend the Kun Pass for breathtaking panoramic views. Arrive in Lac Village, home to the White Thai people, and check into a traditional stilt house. Take a relaxing walk around the village before dinner. Immerse yourself in the local culture with a traditional dance and music performance, accompanied by Ruou Can, a unique rice wine. Overnight in a Thai stilt house.
After breakfast, embark on a journey to Son La, stopping at Moc Chau to explore vast grass farms dedicated to dairy cows. Discover why this region is Vietnam’s leading milk producer. Continue towards Son La, soaking in the stunning Northern mountain scenery. Arrive in Son La at noon and check into your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the historical Son La Prison, a relic of the French colonial era. Enjoy an evening stroll around town. Overnight in Son La.
Today, ride towards Dien Bien Phu. En route, visit a remote Black Thai village, offering a glimpse into their traditional way of life. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Thuan Chau hill tribe market, showcasing diverse ethnic groups, local produce, and regional delicacies. Prepare for a breathtaking experience as you conquer the Pha Din Pass, capturing stunning photos of the surrounding landscapes. Continue to Dien Bien Phu. Overnight at Him Lam Hotel in Dien Bien Phu.
Begin your day with a visit to the Dien Bien Phu Museum and historical sites, commemorating the pivotal battle. Journey to Muong Lay, stopping at a Black Dao village where, if you’re lucky, you might witness the traditional hair styling of elderly women. Settle into Muong Lay, a charming town nestled by the Black River. Overnight in Muong Lay.
Embark on a scenic ride to Sa Pa, passing through diverse ethnic villages of the Lao, Lu, Black Dao, Tien Dao, Day, and Red H’mong people. Ascend the Hoang Lien Son Pass, Vietnam’s highest, and stop at Heaven’s Gate for breathtaking views of the valley and Fansipan, the country’s highest peak. Visit the picturesque Silver Waterfall before arriving at your hotel in Sapa. Overnight in Sapa.
After breakfast, venture into the stunning Muong Hoa valley. The road offers incredible views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, numerous ethnic villages, and beautiful terraced rice fields. Return to Sapa for the evening. Overnight in Sapa.
Enjoy a free day in Sapa to explore at your leisure. In the late afternoon, transfer to Lao Cai train station for your overnight train journey back to Hanoi. Overnight on the train.
Arrive in Hanoi and transfer by private car to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Board a deluxe traditional junk and enjoy a welcome drink. Indulge in a delicious seafood lunch while cruising through the breathtaking Ha Long Bay, exploring its stunning grottoes and caves. Take a refreshing swim in the bay’s turquoise waters before relaxing on the sun deck to witness a mesmerizing Halong sunset. Enjoy a delectable seafood dinner on board. Overnight on board the cruise.
Wake up early to witness the sunrise over Ha Long Bay. Visit the magnificent Sung Sot grotto and a nearby fishing village. Enjoy a delightful brunch while cruising back to the pier. Transfer to Hanoi Airport for an afternoon flight to Hue, the former imperial capital. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time to explore. Overnight in Hue.
Explore Hue’s magnificent royal architecture, including tombs, pagodas, and temples along the Perfume River. In the morning, visit the Imperial Citadel, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Imperial Museum. In the afternoon, cycle approximately 12 km to the serene Tu Duc Tomb. If time permits, cycle to Thien Mu Pagoda, an iconic symbol of Hue. Overnight in Hue.
Begin with an early morning bike ride (approx. 30km) on smaller paved roads through rice fields and local markets. A support motorbike will follow with essentials. After about 3 hours, board the bus and continue to Lang Co Beach for lunch. Optionally, challenge yourself by cycling to the top of the Hai Van Pass. Continue to Hoi An via Danang City, with an option to cycle along the coast road. Enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An’s charming streets in the evening and sample the local specialty, Cao Lau. Overnight in Hoi An.
Enjoy a free day to explore Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Cycle through rice paddies, shop for souvenirs, relax at sidewalk cafes, or unwind on the beaches of Danang. Overnight in Hoi An.
Travel by bus to Chau O (approx. 1.5 hrs from Hoi An) for a picnic lunch. Cycle through spectacular countryside, passing villages where locals greet you warmly. Continue to My Lai, the site of a tragic massacre during the American War. Visit the memorial and museum. Depending on time, continue cycling or take the support bus to Quang Ngai. Overnight at Central Hotel in Quang Ngai.
Today is a more challenging day as you leave Highway 1 and head inland towards Quang Nam. Cycle along undulating roads with stunning photo opportunities, passing remote villages, tropical forests, and quiet scenic roads. Overnight in Kon Tum.
Today’s cycling avoids the busy Highway 14. The route passes through rubber and tea plantations, as well as several ethnic minority villages. Cycle on paved undulating roads towards Buon Me Thuot, the largest town in the Western Highlands. Overnight in Buon Me Thuot.
Enjoy another excellent cycling day. Cycle the first 50km along valley floors before tackling the undulating roads of Highway 27. The scenery along the way is simply breathtaking. Arrive in Dalat in the late afternoon. Overnight in Da Lat.
Explore the fresh central highlands of Dalat by bike, enjoying its French colonial atmosphere. Visit King Bao Dai’s Summer Palace, Crazy House, Thien Vien Truc Lam, Xuan Huong Lake, and local markets. Dalat is home to about 5000 hill tribe people from 33 distinct ethnic groups. Overnight in Da Lat.
Today’s part-cycle covers 170km on Highway 27B, mostly downhill towards Nha Trang. Pass through minority hamlets and enjoy the kilometers of untouched beaches. Overnight in Nha Trang.
Enjoy a cycle-free day in Nha Trang. Take a local boat to explore nearby islands for swimming, snorkeling, or relaxing in the shade of coconut palms. Visit a local fishing village and explore Nha Trang’s historical and spiritual sights at your leisure. Overnight in Nha Trang.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. In the afternoon, walk through the heart of the city, past the French colonial Town Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral, the former U.S. embassy, the President’s Palace, and the War Crimes Museum. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Morning pick up from the hotel for Cu Chi tour, en route to visit the bustling market at Thu Dao Mot. Upon arrival in Cu Chi, we visit the incredible underground tunnel network of approximately 200 kilometres hand-constructed by Vietnamese guerillas and was the military base of the North Vietnamese Army during the US-Vietnam war. Afternoon leave Cu Chi to Ho Chi Minh for farewell dinner. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Enjoy free time until your transfer to the airport for your departure flight home. End of Tour.
ABOUT Le Toan Travel
Le Toan Travel is a local, trustworthy and professional Vietnam tour operator, offering a wide range of Vietnam and Indochina tour packages to the most exciting destinations at most competitive price. Our Business License Number is 0104000493 and our International Tour Operator License Number is 01 – 258. We are very pleased to be a member of Vietnam Administration of Tourism with financial guarantee – a deposit of 1.000,000,000 million Vietnam Dong (US$ 50,000) in a bank of Vietnam. Besides that, we are also official members of VISTA (Vietnam Society of Travel Agents), PATA (Pacific Asia Travel Association) and higky recommended on Tripadvisor.
Are you planning your Vietnam bicycle tours, but not sure how to arrange the trip? Getting lost in many tour options? Being sick of searching…? Just leave your troubles behind to read our Vietnam travel guide and send us your requests. Your private travel consultant at Le Toan Travel will help you design a perfectly suggested tour itinerary and quote which are tailor made to suit your wishes and budget.
* How to plan my Vietnam tour with you?
1. Send us an inquiry by submitting one of our online tour inquiry forms (Click). Tell us as much information as possible. For examples;
– Please tell us how many people will be traveling with you?
– Please tell us your preferred hotels, level of hotel (3, 4 or 5 stars), type of hotel, type of room…
– Please tell us your type of travel, length of travel and activities that you are interested in. For example; Family with kids, Couple’s vacation, Honeymoon, Friends, Shopping, Sightseeing, Leisure and Relaxing, Cuisine & Cooking, Kayaking, Caves & Grottoes, Fishing, Swimming, Hiking, Minority, Adventure & Discovery…
– Please tell us where and what you want to visit. If you do not know much about Vietnam and Indochina, just give us your travel plan and ideas and we will create a suggested tour for you.
– Most of our tour guides are English speaking tour guides, but if you want another language like French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese… we can always arrange. Please tell us what you do you expect from your guides, for example; you want a guide with sense of humor? Good knowledge in history & culture? Male/Female guide? Talkative/untalkative? Young/Old guide?
– Please advise if you want breakfast included only or also lunch and dinner. Please let us know if you are a vegetarian, the food you can eat or can’t? If you want local food in local restaurants or western food in tourist restaurant…? Actually, you do not have to send us all information, but the more we know, the better we plan your holiday.
2. After having received your inquiry, one of our professional Vietnam travel consultants will email and give you a proposal.
3. If you accept the proposal (you may modify it till you are satisfied with it), we will calculate the tour cost and send you the tour price. If you accept it, please confirm that you would like to book it.
* How Travel Experts at Le Toan Travel Service you?
“Highest Standards of Quality and Honesty” is the core value of each specialized team at Le Toan Travel.
Everyone in our company is working hard for only one goal, which is to ensure the highest level of service, luxury, and attention to detail from the minute you begin planning your trip, to the day you return home.
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After sending us an inquiry, one of our travel consultants will get back to you within 0.5~23.5 hrs. In the next few days, he/she will be working closely with you to formulate a customized tour plan, as well as providing professional suggestions based on your travel interests, time, and budget.
Beside, he/she will keep in contact with you during your entire tour in Vietnam and Indochina, continually checking if everything is going well as planned.
* How to proceed to book Vietnam and Indochina tour with you?
When you decide to book your Vietnam and Indochina holiday with us, please send us your full names (name on passport) for hotel and domestic flight reservations, and your international flight details in and out Vietnam/Indochina for airport transfers / pick up & see off.
* How to pay the deposit and the balance?
Deposit: When the booking is completely confirmed, we will send you confirmation details including confirmed itinerary, invoice, voucher then deposit request of about 30% of the total tour cost (can be less). You can pay by credit cards (via onepay gateway, pay online), make wire transfer, western union. The deposit is used to pay the flight tickets, hotels, train tickets in advance.
Balance: You can pay the rest 2 weeks before your arrival, or you can pay us on your arrival in Vietnam by credit cards, cash (AUD, USD, EUROS, VND…)
* How to enjoy the tour?
Our job is to make your holiday a memorable experience. To make sure you will have a great time, there are something that we should share;
When you request the tour: Please let us know your personal interests so our travel consultants will design and include in the itinerary, or take notes for the hotels, tour guide, restaurants…
Before you come: One week before your arrival. we always send our clients an email to update about the weather and climate, booking status, and remind you to prepare/check the documents, visa…for the holiday.
When on tour: The tour is fixed, but you can always discuss with us if you want to make it more flexible. For example, you want to make some changes in the itinerary, restaurant (meals), tour guide… please just let us know, we will do the best for you.
Tour guide: Please let us know what do you expect from your tour guides and we will arrange the right ones for you.
* Can you buy the international flight tickets for us?
Yes, we do. However, we advise you to buy the flight tickets in and out Vietnam from your end as it is always cheaper than if booked in here.
* Do you offer any discounts?
Yes, we offer discounts for;
– Family with kids and children < 12 years old – Disable people – Old people (> 65 years old)
– Second trip with us
– Big group
* How can I pay you the money?
1) Credit card; (secure online payment gateway via Onepay)
ONEPAY – ONLINE PAYMENT GATEWAY (VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX & JCB ACCEPTED)
Like PayPal, OnePAY is a payment gateway but specialized in Vietnam where the PayPal has not yet reached. This is a perfect and the first payment processor which gains reputation among clients about its efficiency and timely friendly support.
OnePAY in cooperation with biggest bank in Vietnam – Vietcombank which has been implemented this service among many tour operators in Vietnam.
OnePAY is approved by MasterCard for this payment collection on the behalf of us. OnePAY uses SSL Verisign® over internet transaction under 3D-Secure program by respective creditcard companies so you are free from worries your card information disclosed. OnePAY payment portal also meets standards of international financial system such as PCI DSS of PCI Security Standards Council, 3D-Secure of Visa, MasterCard and JCB.
2) Wire transfer (bank transfer)
3) Cash
4) Western union
5) Combination
* Is there any charge if i change my travel plan such as travel dates, tour itinerary, hotels,…?
We are happy to work on your requests, and will not charge you any money. However, if it is too urgent and the date is too close, the hotels or airlines may chare you some money, in this case we will let you know.
* What is the latest time that I can make my reservation?
We suggest you make reservations at least one month before the departure date. If you decide to travel to Vietnam in May, September or October which is peak season, we recommend you make the reservations two months (at least one) before your departure date. Late reservations can not be guaranteed for the availability of domestic flights, hotel rooms, etc.
However, we DO accept late reservations, things are possible at Le Toan Travel.
* What about Cancellation policy?
In case of cancellation, we will not impose any charges if we are not being charged and possible to get refund from our suppliers but if our suppliers apply charges for cancellation, you will have to pay those charges that apply. Cancellation policies vary, depending upon the type of service, the time of year, and the reason for cancellation. We will pass on to you all details of any cancellation policy with our transparent reply upon demand.
General cancellation charges that applied by travel services in Vietnam and Indochina.
– Domestic flights: 25% of the fares
– 3 star hotels, no charge if you cancel 5 -7 days before your arrival. (FIT)
– 4 star hotels, no charge if you cancel 10 – 15 days before your arrival (FIT)
– 5 stars hotels, no charge if you cancel 15 – 20 days before your arrival (FIT)
However, in peak season, we may have to pay the hotels one month before your arrival to secure the booking, and in this case, the cancellation policy will be based on the hotels’ cancellation plolicies.
* Can we get refund?
For the unused services, Le Toan Travel will refund you the money.
* How do I get a visa?
Vietnam Visa – For those who would like to avoid the perhaps lengthening visa procedures with their local Vietnam’s Embassies, the service of Vietnam Visa On Arrival is available for help. It is legitimated and supported by the Vietnamese Immigration Department. We recommend that you choose visa upon arrival, as picking up visa at the Vietnam int’l airport/border is quite simple, easy, no additional charges and no fail.
Steps to obtain Visa on arrival
a) Please provide the following information for us to apply for your visa.
1) Full name on passport
2) Passport number
3) Date of birth
4) Nationality
5) Date of arrival
6) Date of issue
7) Date of expire
8) Please make sure that your passport is still valid for 6 months
You can apply Vietnam visa online through our www.vietnamvisaprovider.com.
b) How long does it take?
It will take 2-3 days (Normal process), 01 day (Urgent process) to get the “Visa Approval Letter” which we will send you via mail. What you need is to print it out and take it along to get the stamp at airports/borders
c) Get the stamp
Upon arrival, you will need to fill in a certain form with your personal information, get the stamp and visa will be done. For this process, you will need to prepare 02 photos (4*6) and $25 USD each in cash which is stamping fee.
* Do our tour guides and drivers have meals with us?
The guide and the driver in each destination will dine at the same restaurant as yours. But, they will not join you unless you invite them.
* Where can I exchange our money into Vietnam currency?
We advise you to stop in any of a Vietnamese bank during the tour (Our tour guides will take you to the bank), you can also exchange money at your hotel, but the exchange rate is not really good.
* Can I use credit cards in Vietnam?
Major credit cards such as Master Card, Visa, Diner’s Card, American Express and JCB can be used to purchase goods in large shopping malls and stores in the big and medium cities, to pay for hotel rooms and for meals in some of the fancier restaurants, and to buy plane tickets with them.
Note: If you are to travel to those small cities or even remote rural areas, only cash in Dong can be used.
* Do I need to bring my medical record with me?
Yes, we suggest you take your medical record with you in case that you need it in the event of an emergency, and please also take with you your doctor’s name, address and phone number, emergency contact name and phone number, and your insurance company’s name, address and phone number.
* When I finish my tour in Vietnam, if I still have some local money, what can I do?
Upon leaving Vietnam, if you still have some local money, you can change them back to foreign currency with your passport and the exchange memos given by the banks or money exchange counters. So please keep those exchange memos well whenever you change money.
* Tipping
Tipping is not compulsory, but expected by your tour guide and driver. We advise you to tip as below:
– US$10 – $15 per day for tour guide
– US$7 – US$10 per day for driver
Note:
– Tipping can be more or less or nothing that depends on how big is the group? And how do you enjoy our services?
– Other tipping for tuktuk, sampan boat, cyclo,… please check with your tour guide during the tour.
* Shopping
Le Toan Travel guarantees “no shopping tour”, which means we protect you from the tourist shopping centers or traps. However, if you want to buy something, our travel consultants, tour guides will give you suggestions, advices and help you buy to avoid being overcharged.
Bargaining is a “Must” when buying something in Vietnam and Indochina.
BT06: Cycling Vietnam – 23 days from Hanoi
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