Day 01: Hanoi – Hop Thinh -  Long Coc – Xuan Son
Enjoy a filling breakfast at your hotel. Our adventure team and driver will meet you there and take you out of Blustling City. It will take more than an hour to get to Hoa Lac. Once at the cycling point, you will begin your new day of cycling adventure tours on tarmac and paved roads, passing through lush rice paddies and breathtaking scenery to the local ferry. To get to Hoa Binh Province, we cross the Da River. We keep riding down the buffalo beaten route while taking in the breathtaking scenery and rural and village life. We proceed along a narrow road that leads to Long Coc Tea Farm's rice fields, mulberry fields, and enormous tea hills.When we finally get there, we explore the expansive steppe, snap pictures without restrictions, and watch as the sun sets over the tea farm, creating a beautiful scene with the mist and blue smoke blending together. really distinct and poetic vibe.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel
Accommodations: Hotel
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 84 km

Day 02: Xuan Son – Phu Yen
Rise early to experience the serene atmosphere and enigmatic natural splendor of Northern Vietnam. our first day of exploration following our ecohomestay energy recharge. We get back on our bikes and ride through the canopy of trees. Take in the beautiful surroundings and clean air as you go. We truly like cycling 20 km on gently rolling roads that pass through rice fields and deep forests to reach the national park's buffer zones. We surely climb and tackle 16 kilometers of winding road around slopes and snaking between mountain ranges, cinnamon farms, and forests of acacia trees after warming up on a picturesque road. Visit a nearby eatery for lunch. We go back on our bikes and ride on the hills till we hit the province road that takes us to Phu Town after recharging our batteries.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel
Accommodations: Hotel
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 62 km
Distance:    62.4 km

Day 03: Phù Yên – Tà Xùa
Riding a bicycle over the recently sealed road that connects the two poorest districts of Yen Bai and Son La provinces in North West Vietnam is incredibly difficult, demanding, and stressful today.
Riding a bike on the peak of the hill, you can see the beautiful, expansive views of white clouds drifting across the tranquil valley and looming over your head.
We cycle the first 12 kilometers out of town this morning on a comparatively level road, passing through terraced rice fields. We ride for the next 25 km, passing past minority communities and up winding roads into the massive limestone mountain range with its vertical rock cliffs. We climb 600 meters towards the mountain road pass that leads to Bac Yen. The people in the mountain villages we pass through, often shrouded in clouds, will greet us warmly. We have breathtaking views down from the pass, including the well-known panorama of the Hang Dong valley with the Ta Xua Nature Reserve.Lunch on the summit while taking in the gorgeous surroundings. We will get back on our bikes and ride to the camel ledge, lonely tree, Ta Xua meadows, and dolphin ledge once our energy has fully recovered. Taking the time to capture this breathtaking panoramic picture of Ta Xua Nature Reserve. We'll get back on our bikes and ride back to Ta Xua Homestay for an overnight stay after we've refreshed.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel
Accommodations: Hotel/Homestay
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance:70  km
Distance:    69.8 km

Day 04: Tà Xùa - Trạm Tấu
TAs dawn breaks and the night fog dissipates into the verdant flora, the bright crimson sunshine of early morning can be seen shimmering in the Xua, the highest peak of the cloud hunters.
We're having yet another fantastic day on our adventure vacation, and we're spending even more time taking in the breathtaking scenery and untamed mountain views. We begin each new day by cycling on a single-track trail through the idyllic, beautiful scenery that stretches from one hillside to the next, starting at the Ecolodge and continuing until twilight, when the Ta Xua mountains shed their enigmatic and somber cloak.
It is a very difficult, demanding, and exhausting day of riding on a recently sealed road that connects the two poorest districts of the North West Vietnamese provinces of Son La and Yen Bai.
There will be an amazing bicycle route that crosses the dinosaur spine mountain ranges to get from Ta Xua to Tram Tau. Riding a bike on the peak of the hill, you can see the beautiful, expansive views of white clouds drifting across the tranquil valley and looming over your head.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel
Accommodations: Hotel
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 65 km
Distance:    64.2 km

Day 05: Tram Tau – Nghia Lo
Tram Tau is well-known as a trekking hub for the surrounding peaks in the isolated area of Yen Bai Province.
Situated almost a thousand meters above sea level, the pinnacle of the mountain is perpetually shrouded in clouds, resulting in an incredibly captivating and fascinating scenery that draws in a large number of visitors who enjoy climbing and exploring high mountain peaks.
Although Tram Tau is a brand-new location, it gives young people a fever. The cycling route spanning over 50 km between Tram Tau, Ban Mu, and Nghia Lo features numerous picturesque and lyrical vistas that are reminiscent of images from fairy tales. Tram Tau is a site where the footsteps of wanderers hiding from the city are remembered because of its terraced fields and rice that ripens later than in other regions. In addition to being home to hundreds of spectacular virtual check-in angles and a natural hot spring source, the area has a "wild" beauty and is rich in Hmong customs and cuisine. From the people to the scenery, this region always conceals the miraculous, leaving a lasting impression on those who visit.
A captivating image of northern Vietnam is painted by cycling down the winding, steep mountain route that winds through misty valleys, alpine scenery, and charming ethnic communities tucked away behind ancient forests.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 57 km
Distance:    57.5 km

Day 06: Nghia Lo – Gia Hoi – Phong Du – Trai Hut 75 Km
This is the last day of our amazing bike vacation across the Far North of Vietnam. Make sure we have enough stamina to get through the rest of the day.Leaving on the final six-day cycling tour to tackle the highest point on the Ta Xua and Tram Tau routes in the far north of Vietnam. Until we reach the local market at the Gia Hoi intersection, we prepare to cycle 30 kilometers on a twisty route that winds around valleys and a mountainside. We leave the single-track road and ride down into the lowlands, passing through tropical forests, cinnamon jungles, breathtaking waterfalls, rice terraces, and paddy fields before arriving at Low Phong Du for a picnic.
We get on our bikes and ride down a beautiful road that winds through quaint villages and lush acacia forests until we reach the new Hanoi - Lao Cai highway, after refueling for lunch. when you cross the finish line. We load up our bikes and ride the rest of the way back to Hanoi on foot.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel
Accommodation: By Yourself
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 75 km

Tour included in
Bicycling guide who speaks English (other languages by request).
The lodging is based on two or three people sharing.
Meal information (5 breakfasts, 06 lunches, 05 dinners) are included in the itinerary.
Transportation and A/C transfer.
Private mat, shared restroom and bathroom, echomestay.
Bus or van assistance is provided during cycling hours.
Truck supported for groups larger than six.
Trek mountain bikes equipped with helmets and disc brakes.
excursions for sightseeing according to the itineraries.
Bike tour pump, tools, tubes, and extra bikes.
first aid package.
Box of cold water, little towel.
Drinkable mineral water.
Fruit and a snack on days when you cycle.

Tour excluded in:
airfare abroad.
insurance for travel.
things that are personal in nature.
soft drinks and alcoholic beverages throughout meals.
Mineral water above and beyond what is provided.
optional travels.
Any emergency circumstance necessitates additional transportation.
Personal costs include phone and laundry bills.

Availability
Tours and services may not be available on public holidays, or may be available at an additional surcharge.

Pick-up location
Most of our trips begin from our bike garage (both private and group tours), so transportation from your hotel to our bike shop (or v.v) is not included in the quote. We can arrange the service (with extra charge), and reservation needs to be made in advance.

Itinerary
Occasionally our tour itineraries are updated during the year to incorporate improvements stemming from past travelers’ comments and our own research. The information given in this itinerary may be slightly different to that in the service proposal. It’s very important that you print and review a final copy of your itinerary prior to travel. If you have any queries, please contact us.

Please note that while we operate successful cycling holidays in Vietnam throughout the year, some changes may occur in our itineraries due to inclement weather and common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes. This can happen with little notice so please be prepared for modifications to the route. The order and timing of included activities in each location may also vary from time to time.

Price
Negotiating prices is a common practice in Vietnam, particularly in open-air markets, street shops, and rural areas. However, we are not good at bargaining and do not prefer this practice. Instead, we focus our time and efforts on tour arrangements, and our prices are fixed.

Safety
Wearing a helmet is compulsory on all our biking adventures. Our tour guide often carry first aid kit while riding. Please follow your guide while biking, and much attention is required while you cross streets.

Difficulty levels
To assist you visualize how our bike trip is difficult, we have graded our Vietnam cycling tours into three categories, easy, moderate, and challenging. We group many factors into consideration into this grading, including distant covered, terrain, altitude, and vehicle support.

Easy
Involves cycling for up to two to three hours a day at easy pace and usually, less than 3 days in duration. The cycling distances is around 15 – 30 km per day. There are likely to be no steep and sustained descents as well as demand for technical riding. We will normally ride on flat roads. Suitable for bikers who enjoy occasional weekend riding on trails at home. Push bikes are sometimes used for these itineraries.

Moderate
Involves biking for up to six hours a day at a steady pace and are usually between three to five days in duration. The cycling distance is about 35 – 55 km per day. Sometimes it can be long flat rides or medium ride with few up and downhill climbs. The support vehicle will not always be available. We will need a good level of fitness. We use either mountain bikes or road bikes for these itineraries.

Challenging
Involves biking in mountainous areas with big climbs for up to seven or eight hours a day and usually more than a week in duration. Cycling distance is about 60 – 80 km per day. There will be steep and sustained ascents and descents. The support vehicle will not always be available. These trips will provide a real sustained workout even for fit and experienced mountain bikers.

Accommodation
When cycling we mostly stay in small hotel, guesthouse or homestay. Some are more basic than others! Bear in mind that some of the places we overnight in are not on the standard tourist trail. In larger cities and towns, our hotels are generally more western style and are three or four star hotels (price option).

Camping is not available on cycling tours in Vietnam unless it is required and this should be booked months in advance. Camping is only available in a limited number of places such as Cat Ba island beach, Cuc Phuong national park…Please see the details on the quote.

Tour guide
Most of our tour guides speak English. Some other speak French. Few speak other language such as German, Russian, Spanish. All our guides have great knowledge of history, local culture, and religions of the area where you are cycling. Our guides have been trained in this field and is fully licensed in tour guiding.

Bike mechanic
We arrange a bike mechanic only for large groups or when it is required (with surcharge). When there is no mechanic, our guide will take care of problem which may occur during the bike ride.

Transportation
Depending on the nature of the tour, our cycle journeys will be accompanied by an air-conditioned car/minibus cover the larger overland sections. We often use mini bus or bus for transfer and back up (guided tours).
1 – 2 travelers: we use minivan to support and carry bikes. Sometimes we use a car for passengers and a truck for transport of the bikes.
3 – 6 people: we use one minivan for passengers and one truck for the bikes.
7 – 12 people: we use one bus (coach) for passengers and one truck for the bikes.
We provide bike rental and truck for self-guided bike tours.

We sometimes use local push-bikes (single-speed bicycles) where possible or when it is required. In this case, our cars will be arranged as follows.
1 – 2 passengers (with a tour guide): 4 seat car.
3 – 6 passengers (with a tour guide): 15/16 seat minivan.
7 – 12 passengers (with a tour guide): 29 seat coach/bus.

Bikes repairs
Basic spares and tools kit are generally carried by our guide or bike mechanic or on the support vehicle, although we can not guarantee having spares for every conceivable problem.

Food and drinks
All the meals which, are mentioned in itinerary (B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner), are included in the tour price. Most of meals are Vietnamese local food. Vegetarians are certainly welcome and are always accommodated, please let us know of any dietary concerns at time of booking. Beverage and alcoholic drinks are not included at mealtime or in restaurants.

Snacks and water
When we transfer, ride by minibus (no cycling day), our bottled waters are always available for you in the car/van. When we have cycling days, we will offer cold water (summer) plus fresh tropical fruits, soft drinks are also available in the car/van. Please take a look at the “Inclusions” section on our our service proposal to see whether the service is included in the price. Please note drinks are not included at mealtime or in restaurant.

Packing
Comfortable lightweight clothing in natural fabrics such as cotton is most suitable for traveling in Vietnam. The dress code is fairly casual as in most parts of the tropics but it is advisable to cover arms and legs in the evenings against biting insects. A lightweight raincoat is a good idea in the rainy season. During the winter months warm clothing is needed for visiting the north of Vietnam. Visitors should not wear shorts, short skirts or other skimpy clothing when visiting religious buildings such as pagoda, temple and shoes should be removed before entering a private home.
What you take will naturally depend upon where you are traveling and the style of journey you are undertaking, and it can often be difficult to decide what to pack. Nevertheless, the following should act as a useful checklist of essential items worth thinking about taking.

Clothing
2 pairs of riding shorts
2 riding jerseys (quick-dry)
2 pairs of quick dry socks for cycling
Comfortable shoes for biking and walking
Riding gloves
2-3 t-shirts or casual shirts
Trousers or jeans
1-2 pairs of casual socks for non-cycling activities
3-5 sets of underwear (quick-dry)
Cool-weather jacket or rain jacket
Extra layers and gloves for cooler season or climate (thin, thermal, water-wicking)
Bathing suit
Sandals

Toiletries
Tooth brush and tooth paste
Razor
Hair brush
Shampoo
Deodorant
Hand sanitizer

Miscellaneous
Passport, wallet and ID
Health insurance card
Travel insurance card
Cash and/or credit cards
Camera (with spare battery)
Plastic bags (for dirty laundry, wet clothes)
Electronic chargers (for camera, e-reader, cell phone)
Adaptors or convertors

Tipping
Tipping for good services is always appreciated. It is customary, though not compulsory, to tip tour guides and drivers at the end of the tour. Hotels and station porters should also be tipped a small amount for.
We recommend about 4-6 USD/traveler/day for the tour guide, about 2-3 USD/traveler/day for the driver (or the mechanic). Of course you are free to tip more or less as you see fit, depending on your perception of service quality, the length and the difficulty of your trip.

Community
Prior to our tours, we contact and work with local community leaders to make sure we are welcome and in a manner that minimizes negative social and cultural impacts. We visit local development and community projects specific to the region, encouraging customers to donate and assist such a projects in appropriate and sustainable manner.
Where make sure that where and whenever possible our tours positively benefit the local community. We stayed at locally owned accommodation and visit cottage industries for local handicraft souvenir, generating income for local business. We often employ, hire support team such as local guide, motor-taxi drivers, cook assistants on all trips to ensure that the local community benefit not only short term but with increased employment opportunities for the future.

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