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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh
Our guide will pick us up at the airport in Ho Chi Minh City. This day is free to explore Vietnam's largest and most exciting city with many beautiful pagodas and busy markets until we meet at the Temple Club Restaurant for dinner. Accommodation in a 2* Hotel (-/-/D)

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh (40 km)
We ride to the Cu Chi tunnels and return to Ho Chi Minh City by bus in time to visit the museum of war crimes. As dinner is not included today we can try authentic Vietnamese food in small local places where the Vietnamese eat: Two blocks behind the National Theater (sometimes called the ‘‘Opera House’’) is a street called Thi Sach. Although only two blocks long, it is lined with little restaurants which are very popular with locals and often packed at night. At most of these restaurants, seating is at folding tables on the sidewalk. All the restaurants are good and in expensive. Many specialize in seafood, though you will probably find unusual fares on the menu like sparrows, wild deer and steamed silk worms-a culinary adventure! Accommodation in a 2* Hotel (B/L/-)

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh - Dalat (50 km)
We are transferred to Dalat, in the central highlands in the early morning. In the afternoon we ride along quiet back roads tracing the Langbian Plateau, passing alongside the Xuan Huong Lake in the shadow of the Langbian Mountain. Accommodation in a 3* Hotel (B/L/D)

Day 4: Dalat – Nha Trang (109 km)
Today we ride along quiet roads out of Dalat and make short climbs followed by some descents until we reach the Cham towers of Po Klong Garai. Those arriving early may have time to explore the Hindu temples. Later on we drive to Nha Trang, a picturesque resort town, to enjoy the evening. Accommodation in a 2* Hotel (B/L/D)

Day 5: Nha Trang
Take a boat trip to the coral islands for swimming and snorkelling or relax and enjoy the beach or go scuba diving. Nha Trang is a very relaxed city with nice beaches and restaurants. A perfect place to relax. Accommodation in a 2* Hotel (B/-/-)

Day 6: Nha Trang – Dinh Lanh (85 km)
Our ride tody takes us to the fishing village of Dinh Lanh along Highway One. We spend the rest of the day swimming and relaxing or riding the last 45 km into town. Accommodation in a 2* Hotel (or below) (B/L/D)

Day 7: Dinh Lanh – Quang Ngai (62 km)
To avoid the main highway we are transferred out of town and to a remote road running along the railway passing a mix of tribal Vietnamese villages. We then loop back to the main highway and are transferred to Quang Ngai, a beautiful, bustling and haunting city. Accommodation in a basic hotel. (B/L/D)

Day 8: Quang Ngai – Hoi An (46 km)
Cycling to Mai Lai. This is the site of one of the worst massacres of the American/Vietnam War, and we will take a guided tour of the site and museum. After that historical journey we continue cycling into Vietnamese countryside and visit some typical pagodas. We loop back through quiet, rural roads to the main highway and are transferred to Hoi An. The afternoon is free to explore the unique heritage site of the old town of Hoi An. Accommodation in a 2* Hotel (B/L/D)

Day 9: Hoi An (54 km)
Visit Mai Son, the ancient centre of Cham civilization. Our bus transfers us out of town to avoid the highway before cycling along country back roads along the Song Tranh River to Mai Son. We have lunch before spending the afternoon visiting the site. We are transferred back to Hoi An in the afternoon where we can have dinner at a place of our choice. Accommodation in a 2* Hotel (or below) (B/L/-)

Day 10: Hoi An – Hue (100 km)
We are transferred beyond Danang to take on the High Van Pass and climb 500 metres over 10 km. After lunch, we turn off the main highway and take a coastal side road for 44 km almost all the way to our destination. Energetic riders will make it all the way into Hue. Accommodation in a 2* Hotel (B/L/D)

Day 11: Hue – Nam Dinh
We explore Hue and visit the citadel. Take a boat ride along the Perfume River and visit the tombs of the Nguyen emperors. Our bus takes us to the train station and we catch the Reunification Express to Nam Dinh. Accommodation in a basic local hotel. (B/-/D)

Day 12: Nam Dinh – Cuc Phuong (60 km)
After arrival in Nam Dinh, we head to Ninh Binh and ride to the ancient city of Hua Lu where we visit ancient temples. Continuing to the National Park at Cuc Phuong we visit the primate rescue centre before checking into our accommodation at the park. Accommodation in a basic local hotel. (B/L/D)

Day 13: Cuc Phuong – Hai Phong (60 km)
Riding on some back roads through North Vietnam, we head east, passing through rice fields and following country back roads past poor but friendly villages. The bus transfers us the rest of the way to Hai Phong late in the afternoon. Accommodation in a basic local hotel. (B/L/D)

Day 14: Hai Phong – Cat Ba Island (35km)
We cycle to the harbour and take a private boat to Fulong on Cat Ba Island. From Fulong we cycle 35 kilometres taking the islands’ only road and stop on the way for lunch at the national park headquarters. Accommodation in a basic local hotel. (B/L/D)

Day 15: Fulong – Halong City/Hanoi* or Halong City
Today we cruise on a boat through Halong Bay. On January tours: transfer would be from Halong to Hanoi by road. *On March and August tours we can spend the whole day on Halong Bay and stay the night in Halong City. Accommodation in a basic local hotel. (B/L/-)

Day 16: Halong City - Hanoi*
On our March and August tours we drive back to Hanoi in the early morning and arrive in time for lunch in the capital. On January tours we spend the day exploring Hanoi. The farewell dinner is at one of Hanoi’s best restaurants. Accommodation in a 3* Hotel (B/-/D)

Day 17: Hanoi
The morning is free for last minute shopping or sightseeing in the attractive and interesting city of Hanoi. Enjoy Vietnam's cultural centre for the rest of your stay. In the afternoon there is an airport transfer for anyone who needs it. We hope you enjoyed this challenging trip and would be happy to see you back soon. (B/-/-)

Included
* English Speaking tour leader (other languages upon requests)
* All accommodations base on twin-share at hotel, guesthouse and Home stay.etc…
* Meals detailed in the itinerary (B = Breakfast , L = Lunches ,D = Dinners)
* A/C transfers and transportation.
* Boat trip mention in itinerary
* Mountain bicycle 24 or 27Speed (LA bike or Trek bike. etc…)
* Sightseeing excursions as outlined in itinerary
* Pump, bike tools, spares tubes.
* Spare bike
* Cold water box, small fresh towel.
* Mineral water drinking.
* Seasonal fruits.
* Snacks

Excluded:
* International airfares
* Travel insurance and bike helmet (compulsory)
* Items of a personal nature
* Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
* Mineral water beyond that supplied
* Optional excursions
* Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
* Personal expenses such as telephone and laundry bills
* Visa fees
* Departure taxes
* Tipping for guiding   
 

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