16 Days Hanoi Cycling To Vientiane

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16 Days Hanoi Cycling To Vientiane

CODE: GDT1445

Private Tour

Duration: 13 - 16 days

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Overview

Hanoi Cycling To Vientiane - Starting from Hanoi the capital city, pass through Luang Prabang the World Heritage town in Northern Laos. We cycle approximately 812km. The road is a bit hilly but we will be able to see the beautiful and peaceful mountains of Sapa, the historical Dien Bien Phu, the Red River Delta, and Hanoi. This biking tour has spectacular changing scenery as you bike. Being mostly downhill, one can concentrate on the views, far more than the pedaling. This tour includes a support vehicle, all meals, and a professional guide.

Service

Tour Cost Includes:

MTB Bikes for complete Tour and helmet
Accommodation in tour - 15 nights
All Meals B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D = Dinner
Lunch in Midway restaurant/City Restaurant or Pack Lunch
Mechanic throughout the tour
Boat trip, local ferry in tour
Express train tickets from Hanoi to Lao Cai
Back up AC vehicle for the complete tour ( Bus, + Truck for the group )
English speaking Local Guide - Cum biking guide
Fresh Fruits/Snacks (Only Cycling Part)
Unlimited filter water during cycling (Only Cycling Part)
All road and transport taxes
Driver Allowance
Toll and Parking charges
10% Government Taxe

Tour Cost Excludes:

International flight tickets, visa
Accommodation in Hanoi
Other personal expenses
Tips and Gratitude
Travel insurance
Any Hard and Soft Drinks with meals

Travel Information

Bikes: Trek MTB Bikes

Bike Hire: Includes on Tour Cost. You may bring your bikes, but in this case, let us know in advance. Other equipment provided: Pedals, helmet, water bottles.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Hanoi – Overnight train to Lao Cai

21:00 AM Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Hanoi Train Station Overnight on the train to Lao Cai. Lao Cai is on the gateways to China, Lao Cai lies at the end of the train line on the Chinese border. The border crossing slammed shut during the 1979 war between China and Vietnam and remained closed until 1993. Lao Cai is now a major hub for travelers' journeys between Hanoi, Sapa (38km away), and Kunming.

Day 2: Lao Cai – Sapa – Supan Valley afternoon ride (40km cycling)

Early arrival and transfer to Sapa up the mountainside and have time to fit bikes before biking into the Sapa Valley. The Queen of Mountains, Sapa sits regally overlooking a beautiful valley, lofty mountains towering over the town on all sides. Sapa is a French hill station that was built in 1922. Overnight in Sapa (B, L, D)

Day 3: Ta Phin Loop ride full day (30km cycling)

Cycling off-road track to the village of Ta Phin, when the ride will be more challenging in a loop across steep and forested hillsides and minority villages. Overnight in Sapa (B, L, D)

Day 4: Sapa – Tam Duong (Phong Tho) – Than Uyen (80km cycling)

Cycling shortly uphill as a warm-up to the Tram Ton Pass, before starting a long descent ride to Binh Lu and ride a truly off the beaten track (jeep track) mixed of hard pack gravel and clay to Tam Duong and Than Uyen. Overnight in Than Ueyn. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Than Uyen – Tuan Giao (96km cycling)

Take a brutal ride this day to Lai Chau and Sin Ho and get a reward for truly spectacular views. The ride is on the main road, uphill and tarmac downhill, mixed of gravel and hard pack clay. Overnight in Tuan Giao. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Tuan Giao – Dien Bien Phu (87km cycling)

Take the hardest but most challenging ride this day to Tuan Giao and Dien Bien Phu, on rough tarmac terrain all the way, but you will be rewarded with the stunningly beautiful scenery and untouched remote villages. Overnight in Dien Bien Phu (B, L, D)

Day 7: Dien Bien Phu – Crossing Border – Muang Khau (70km)

Early morning explore the historical sites of Dien Bien Phu. It used to be the big battlefield between the French and Vietnamese when Vietnam fought again the French to get independence. Then we cycle 70km to Muang Khau by crossing the Laos North-East border at Tay Tran. You have to get a Laos visa in advance to cross the Laos land border. Laos visa on arrival can be obtained only arrival at the airport. This northeast area has the least population in Laos. In the afternoon, we continue cycling to Muang Khua along the Nam Ou river. Overnight in Muang Khau. ( B, L, D)

Day 8: Muang Khua to Oudomxai (75km)

After breakfast, we cycle 75km on the main road to Oudomxai. This is a scenic lightly traveled road to bustling Oudomxai. During the Second Indochina War, the provincial capital became the center for Chinese troops supporting Pathet Laos. Today, it is the junction of National Roads 1, 2, and 4 that has made its position a booming alos – China trade center. (B,L,D)

Day 9: Oudomxai to Pak Mong (60km)

After breakfast, we fill in the water and then do a bit of exercise to warm up our muscles. We begin to cycle with a tough climb with hill after hill but the scenery is magnificent. Then take a break to enjoy snacks, fresh fruits, and drinks to get energy before continuing to cycle to Pak Mong. Overnight in Pak Mong. (B,L,D)

Day 10: Pak Mong to Luang Prabang (105km)

Today is our longest bike ride. Early morning, we cycle on the main road passing Ban Thabu. Then we cycle along the Nam Ou river. It is interesting to cycle along the river through villages to enjoy the rural lives. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the river bank and take a power nap before heading to Pak Ou. It has the famous tourist attraction, Pak Ou caves. At the end of the day, we finally arrive at Luang Prabang, the World Heritage town. Dinner and overnight in Luang Prabang. ( B, L)

Day 11: Luang Prabang (Kuang Sii Waterfall) 62km

After a restful day, we hit the bikes for a ride to the stunning Kuang Sii Waterfall. The ride is along a small road alongside the Mekong River passing through small villages, rice fields, and forests. At the waterfall enjoy a swim, picnic lunch, and a visit to the tiger and bear rescue center before riding back to Luang Prabang. (B, L)

Day 12: Luang Prabang to Kiew Ka Cham (78km)

After breakfast. We begin our cycling by heading to Kiew Ka Cham. we are faced with what is, without doubt, the most difficult part of cycling but also one of the most rewarding with two huge uphill climbs. Then we have a 20 minutes power nap before continuing cycling to Kiew Ka Cham. after lunch, We pass through lush forest and many small H’Mong villages that sit dwarfed by the amazing landscape of limestone mountains that surround them. Dinner and overnight in Kiew Ka Cham. Few people stop here overnight so the accommodation is very simple. It is a special experience to stay in such a place. (B,L,D)

Day 13: Kiew Ka Cham to Vang Vieng (94km)

After breakfast, fill in water and be prepared to get on the bike. Today is the hard part of cycling with some uphills and downhills. So, we will start a bit early. It is time to relax a bit as the road is largely downhill along a valley from Kiew Ka Cham, a small village on top of the mountain. in the afternoon You will be high in the mountains for the second half of the day following a ridgeline up and down with peaks all around. Overnight in Vang Vieng known as the gate to Northern Laos or backpacker’s paradise a busy town packed with young tourists from all over the world because of its charming landscape and variety of fun activities.(B,L,D)

Day 14: Vang Vieng to Nam Ngum Lake (85km)

After breakfast, we prepare for our hard day biking. We stop every 20km for a drink and snack stop. The overall route is modulated and steep hills in some parts. We will arrive at Nam Ngum lake, the biggest reservoir in Laos. Dinner and overnight on the edge of Nam Ngum lake.(B,L,D)

Day 15: Nam Ngum Lake to Vientiane (80km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Fill in water and be prepared for our biking day. Event Vientiane is a quiet capital city compared to their neighboring countries but the road is still busy. So, we ride to follow a single line and watch for the traffic. We stop in a Hmong market for s short break. Lunch on route. Afternoon, we head to Vientiane, the capital city.Overnight in Vientiane.(B,L,D)

Day 16: Vientiane Departure

after breakfast at the hotel. free and easy.End of the tour.

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