INTRODUCTION:
Tour Code: VBBHNMC4B
This four-day cycling tour takes us to Mai Chau and Tam Coc, two beautiful destinations close to Hanoi. The first is a picturesque valley and the latter a spectacular waterscape. We will cycle through the light traffic on back roads, to get into closer contact with local people and explore places that few tourists venture to.
ITINERARY:
Day 01: Hanoi – Mai Chau:
Drive to Hoa Binh, where we start our bicycle ride to Mai Chau. This is a fantastic ride with stops at numerous hill tribe villages on the way. The scenery is spectacular, a verdant valley surrounded by karst mountains and tropical forest.
We will pass coffee and tea plantations before arriving in Mai Chau in the late afternoon to spend the night with and ethnic Thai family. Overnight at a beautiful eco-lodge.
Day 02: Mai Chau – Cuc Phuong:
After breakfast you will be taken to Man Duc, for a full day cycling from Man Duc to Bo on local roads. Take time to admire the picturesque mountain scenery of Hoa Binh. Overnight at the guest-house in Cuc Phuong National Park.
Day 03: Cuc Phuong – Ninh Binh:
After breakfast, we will visit the Cuc Phuong Endangered Primate Rescue Center and meet the enthusiastic German who has sacrificed his life to primate conservation in Vietnam. We then cycle along the forest trails across lush jungle to the park gate and continue to Ria. Relax on a boat trip in Tam Coc, transfer to Ninh Binh. Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 04: Ninh Binh – Hanoi:
Depart from Ninh Binh to visit Kenh Ga floating village with its unique scenery and ecosystem. Take a boat trip to visit the fishing village. Lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Hanoi.
INCLUSIONS:
· Accommodation based on two persons/room including daily breakfast
· Meals as mentioned in the program (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
· Transfer by the private car as mentioned in the program
· Support Vehicle.
· The private English local guide.
· Entrance & Sightseeing fees
· Mtb Bike/Helmet/Tool kit/First aid kit/Mechanic
· Water, snacks, cool towers, soft drinks and fresh fruits for cycling days
· Services excluded (applied for this tour, subject to change).
