15 Ng. 100 Đ. Nguyễn Xiển, Thanh Xuân Nam, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội 100000
15 Ng. 100 Đ. Nguyễn Xiển, Thanh Xuân Nam, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội 100000
Cycling in Lai Chau lets you to discover one of the less-traveled place in Vietnam, the impressive terraced paddy fields, and to experience the rich culture of several Vietnamese ethnic groups.
Lai Chau province is situated on high mountainous region in the North West of Viet Nam, northern of Da River. The province shares its border with Yunna (China) on the north, Laos on the west, Lao Cai Province on the north-east, Dien Bien, Son La provinces on the south.
A range of mountain following Northern West – Southern East makes up the terrain The Pu Sa Leng point is 3,096m in height. There are sloping mountains, hill, valley, plateau, spring alternately. Falls and waterfalls with high flow are potential of hydroelectricity in Lai Chau.
How to get to Lai Chau?
There is no airport neither train station in Lai Chau province. The transportation is mainly by road. National Highway No.12 connects Dien Bien Phu City to Ma Lu Thang Border Gate crossing Lai Chau, and National Highway No.4D links Lai Chau with Sapa Town. Lai Chau City is 406km from Hanoi.
Getting to Lai Chau from Hanoi
From Hanoi to Lai Chau you can rent a private car or take a sleeper bus from the My Dinh or Giap Bat bus stations. The bus journey can take about 7-12 hours, depends on the company and on the bus route, stops. Some buses also stop in Mu Cang Chai or Sapa, this place can be a very good stopover on the way.
Getting to Lai Chau from Sapa
At Golden Trail Travel we run cycling tour from Sapa to Lai Chau. The package includes both bike rental and transportation. Options include day ride and overnight package.
If you just need transportation from Sapa to Lai Chau, you can either hire a car in Sapa or take a local bus from Sapa bus station. Car rental is provided in most hotels and travel agencies in Sapa town.
When to go cycling in Lai Chau?
The province of Lai Chau belongs to the tropical monsoon zone; the climate is divided into two seasons including the rainy season and the dry season. The annual average temperature is 21oC – 23oC.
Lai Chau in rainy season
The Rainy season starts in May and continues till September, with the month of July experiences extreme torrential rainfall. 80% of the average rainfall occurs in the months of June, July and August. This season sees high temperatures and humidity with temperatures ranging from 25 – 35 degrees Celsius. The rain and humidity may be uncomfortable for those who are not used to tropical climate.
Lai Chau in dry season
Dry Season begins from mid-October and continues till mid-April, with December and January being the coldest months. During this season, both temperature and humidity are quite low, with temperatures dropping down to 5 degrees Celsius. Thick mist hangs in the air and dry cold winds blow especially during the months of December and January.
Best time to take a Lai Chau bike ride?
September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May are months to visit Lai Chau province as well as its surrounding attractions. Among these months we recommend October and April are usually the two best months to visit Lai Chau by bicycle.
You enjoy both the nice weather and the beautiful of Lai Chau terraced fields. Please do not forget to ask your Golden Trail Travel travel consultant for the days of the local markets. To visit an ethnic market which is open following the lunar calendar will enrich your Golden Trail Travel experience.
What to explore on your Lai Chau bicycle tour?
Here we’ve compiled all of the popular cycling spots in and around Lai Chau Vietnam, covered by our great selection of exciting Lai Chau cycling routes and bike tours.
Sin Ho town
Sin Ho town is located on the highest peak of the Sin Ho plateau in Lai Chau province, over 2,000m above sea level. It is surrounded by verdant mountain ranges and clouds. Sin Ho town looks like “the second Sapa” of Lai Chau province.
Tam Duong town
Tam Duong town is situated on the cycling route between Sapa and Dien Bien Phu. The town is home to beautiful natural landscape and many ethnic minority groups. Each ethnic group is featured with a special and unique traditional characteristic expressed through the songs, the dances, the specialties and the old stories.
Pu Sam Cap cave
Pu Sam Cap cave is located high up on the 1,700m in Pu Sam Cap Mountain. It is reached from the parking lot on a short but strenuous walk uphill, which is rewarded by the extraordinary views of the valley and Nam Ron River, and the beautiful cave.
Tien Son cave
Tien Son Cave is located in Binh Lu Commune, Phong Tho District. It is a complex of the caves and grottoes. The cave is formed from million-year carxto. It has 36 separated sections running through the two mountain sides. The deeper it gets, the more spacious it is.
Lai Chau hill tribe villages
Lai Chau hill tribe villages are the highlight of any Lai Chau bike tour. Both Lai Chau day trip and Lai Chau 2 day tour from Sapa offers you the chance to stop/visit a local village in Chau. You will discover traditional architectural style houses, stone-paved roads, and unique culture of ethnic groups.
Cycling routes Lai Chau
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Lai Chau cycling tours
Find out how to plan your most enjoyable cycling trip to Lai Chau Vietnam with our collection of best Lai Chau biking tours including Lai Chau bicycle tour, cheap, budget Lai Chau bike ride, off the beaten path Lai Chau cycling holidays, easy, guided Lai Chau biking itinerary, mountain bike, Lai Chau cycle packages are crafted for cyclists, small group tour.
Whether you look for a half day bike tour to explore Lai Chau hill tribe villages or an overnight trip to discover Tam Duong, Phong Tho, Pa Tan, Sin Ho, Muong Lay from Sapa or Dien Bien Phu, at Golden Trail Travel we can customize an itinerary for you.
Lai Chau bike rental
Looking for bike rental in Lai Chau? If you take a self-supported ride in Lai Chau, you should bring your own bike from Hanoi since there is no place to hire mountain bike in Lai Chau province. The alternative option is to rent a good mountain bicycle in a bike shop in Sapa. We can help with the arrangement. A deposit is required for bike rental in Vietnam.
For any Lai Chau biking tour we highly recommend hybrid, mountain bicycles with 24 or 27 speed gear. You will need that gear while cycling in such hilly region as Lai Chau Vietnam.
Additional questions about cycling in Lai Chau?
Do you have any questions about bicycle touring in Lai Chau that you want to ask us? Is there anything you think I should discuss about biking Lai Chau Vietnam that we left out… that we should include in future updates to this article?
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This 7-day cycling tour from Hill Town Sapa to Dien Bien Phu Historical Relic City is ideal for people seeking cultural and physical activities in North Vietnam. If you sign up for this tour, you will be rewarded with breathtaking scenery, vibrant hill tribal settlements, and challenging cycling routes with varying elevations.
Additionally, you will look amazing as we go through breathtaking mountainous terrain to reach Heavens Gate, the longest off-road section in Vietnam. You will be surprised by the number of shots that can only be taken on this bicycling path as you pass through secluded, charming villages and rice paddy fields of spectacular beauty, home to over 20 minority groups that are unique to the Northwest of Vietnam. You will arrive at Dien Bien Phu, a historically significant town, on the final day.
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Y Ty is situated at an elevation of more than 2,000 meters, sloping back into the mountains that are covered in clouds nearly all year round. Its summit is 2,660 meters high. The sun may only shine for 12 hours of the day in one small area. The mansion in the towering skies is Y Ty, the path that leads through zigzag lines and sinks into the leaves of the forest. Is it true that many individuals get the impression that the next Y Ty will be like traveling to a another planet entirely?
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One of the treasures of northern Vietnam is Bac Ha. Though it's not as breathtakingly gorgeous as Sapa due to its lower height, it's nonetheless picturesque and far less crowded with tourists. The bustling Sunday market, frequented by the local Flower H'mong, Tay, Dzao, Nung, and Giay ethnic communities, is the true attraction of Bac Ha. A trip to the market is an excellent chance to get an introduction to the ten distinct ethnic minority groups who call Bac Ha and its environs home. You might bargain for handicrafts and some of the well-known regional wine, or you could wrangle for a water buffalo, pig, or chicken. In any case, the city and its well-known friendliness will enchant you.
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Though you may already feel somewhat familiar with the hilltribes of Northern Vietnam because they have become so iconic and have been photographed so often, the truth is that these tribes, who continue to live according to their traditional ways, are only found in the most remote parts of South East Asia, and Ha Giang Province, which has only recently opened to tourists, is unquestionably one of the best places left to experience their culture.
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This five-day bicycle journey from Moc Chau to Mai Chau is available to people who wish to see rural, unspoiled Vietnam. The variety of terrain on this tour will appeal to mountain bikers; there are excellent single-track paths, rocky, undulating jeep trails, and climbs that end in breathtaking descents. The ride also passes through numerous villages and across verdant rice terraces.We watch Muong and while Thai people live in minorities and are guests in their traditional stilt houses as we go around Da Bac, giving us a firsthand look at their way of life. on addition, you have a fantastic opportunity to swim on a lake with crystal clear water and go raft rowing. You particularly appreciate the specialty foods, such as grilled meat and rice cooked in bamboo, and you like to watch traditional dances and music performances with gongs, drums, and bronze instruments, as well as the singing and dancing of the Muong minority.
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The ambition of daring individuals who wish to enjoy and explore the magnificent countryside, on twisting roads, and challenge breathtaking passes has long been the Far Northern Vietnam Bicycle Tour. Discover the vibrant ethnic minorities that have been residing in tranquil valleys for hundreds of years.
Best for 15 Days Our staff has previously thoroughly examined and designed Far North Golden Trail Travel tours, which are available to anyone looking for an amazing bicycle vacation in North Vietnam that includes both physical and cultural activities.
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Some of Vietnam's best cycling terrain is available on the 15-day cycling tours across northeastern Vietnam. Our bicycle route stays away from Vietnam's renowned highways and sees very few visitors. With its breathtaking karstic rock formations, thatched roof stilted homes, and mountains tucked between limestone outcrops, the Vietnamese environment is truly breathtaking. The majority of Vietnam's hill tribes are concentrated in this area.
The final province in the nation to welcome tourists in recent years is Ha Giang, which boasts stunning landscapes, ancient forests, and towering mountains. Fascinating rock passageways split the rocky plateaus like a natural fortification cut into a ladder. The H Mong people have lived in this magnificent setting for many years.
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Take advantage of two-week Vietnam adventure trips to see this intriguing nation on your own terms. Cycling is unquestionably one of the best ways to see the captivating nation, engage in thrilling activities, and take in breathtaking natural beauty. Take in the stunning limestone mountain outcrops in South Central Vietnam or go swimming on a beach with crystal sand. eating fresh fish in a restaurant with an Asian design. Furthermore, cyclists have the opportunity to explore some of the "must See" locations on the route to Hochiminh, including the emerald sand beaches of Nha Trang, Ninh Chu, Phan Thiet, Ke Ga, Binh Chau, Long Hai, and Vung Tau.
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The last frontier in northern Vietnam, known for its breathtaking scenery of granite outcrops and limestone pinnacles, is Ha Giang Bicycle Tours. Ha Giang Bicycle Loop in 7 Days Some of the most breathtaking landscape in the nation can be found in the province's extreme north, and the journey from Yen Minh to Dong Van, and then over the Mai Pi Leng Pass to Meo Vac, is truly amazing. Despite being one of the most well-liked travel spots in this area, Ha Giang's closeness to the Chinese border prevents many tourists from visiting.
With its attractions including Happiness Road, Dong Van Plateau, Khau Vai Love Market, Quan Ba Sky Gate, and enigmatic, majestic, winding routes, Ha Giang is the most picturesque place in the nation. H'mong people live in modest, uncomplicated villages far down the valley, hidden by heavy clouds.
