10-Day Incredible North East Mountain Bike Tour

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Incredible North-East Mountain Bike Tour 10 Days

CODE: GDT106

Private Tour

Duration: 8 - 12 days

Price from: Contact

Route: Vietnam - Ha Noi - Cao Bang - Ba Be

Overview

Embark on an exhilarating journey with the 10-Day Incredible North East Mountain Bike Tour, a thrilling adventure crafted by Golden Trail Travel for cycling enthusiasts and adventure seekers eager to explore the rugged beauty of Vietnam’s northeast. This 10-day tour takes you through the untamed landscapes of Vietnam’s North East, a region renowned for its dramatic mountains, lush valleys, and vibrant ethnic communities. Combining challenging mountain bike trails with immersive cultural experiences, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of adrenaline, exploration, and connection with Vietnam’s rich heritage.

Your adventure begins in Hanoi, where you’ll travel to the North East, home to iconic destinations like Cao Bang, Lang Son, and the stunning Ban Gioc Waterfall. Covering 40-80 km per day, the tour is designed for intermediate to advanced cyclists, featuring rugged trails, rolling hills, and scenic routes through terraced rice fields, limestone karsts, and remote villages. You’ll encounter ethnic groups such as the Tay, Nung, and Dao, whose traditions and hospitality add depth to your journey. The itinerary includes highlights like the UNESCO-recognized Ba Be National Park and vibrant ethnic markets, offering a glimpse into the region’s cultural diversity.

This tour is more than a cycling challenge—it’s a deep dive into Vietnam’s natural and cultural wonders. You’ll stay in authentic homestays and eco-lodges, immersing yourself in local lifestyles and savoring traditional Vietnamese cuisine prepared by host families. Expert guides provide insights into the region’s history, ecology, and cultural heritage, while a support vehicle ensures safety and convenience, carrying luggage and offering assistance. Each day brings new discoveries, from conquering steep climbs with panoramic views to exploring hidden caves and serene lakes.

The itinerary balances intense rides with moments of relaxation, allowing you to visit bustling markets, connect with locals, and soak in the stunning scenery. Whether you’re navigating challenging singletracks or pausing to admire the untouched beauty of the North East, this tour delivers an unparalleled adventure. Perfect for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience, the Incredible North East Mountain Bike Tour promises thrilling rides, cultural discoveries, and memories that will last a lifetime.

Book now with Golden Trail Travel and conquer the ultimate mountain biking adventure in Vietnam’s North East. Experience the thrill of the ride, the beauty of nature, and the warmth of local cultures on this epic 10-day journey.

Highlight

Challenging Mountain Trails: Cycle 40-80 km daily on rugged trails, rolling hills, and scenic routes through Vietnam’s North East.
Ban Gioc Waterfall: Marvel at one of Vietnam’s most spectacular waterfalls, a highlight of the northeastern region.
Ba Be National Park: Explore the UNESCO-recognized biosphere reserve, known for its pristine lakes, forests, and caves.
Ethnic Villages: Stay in homestays with Tay, Nung, and Dao communities, learning about their traditions, crafts, and lifestyles.
Vibrant Markets: Visit bustling ethnic markets in Cao Bang and Lang Son, showcasing colorful traditions and handcrafted goods.
Scenic Beauty: Capture stunning views of terraced rice fields, limestone cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and serene valleys.
Expert Guidance: Ride with knowledgeable guides who share insights into the region’s history, ecology, and cultural diversity.
Authentic Cuisine: Savor traditional Vietnamese dishes and regional specialties, prepared with fresh, local ingredients.
Safety and Support: Benefit from a support vehicle for luggage and emergencies, ensuring a seamless and worry-free adventure.
Hidden Gems: Discover off-the-beaten-path trails, caves, and natural wonders rarely seen by tourists.

Service

HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels

Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.

Things to be prepared:
Hat
Small backpack
Shoes and shorts for cycling
Sunglasses
Gloves
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

Your Perfect Cycling Adventure, Crafted Just for You Across Asia

At Golden Trail Travel, we believe every journey should be as unique as the traveler. As Asia's premier bike tour operator, we specialize in creating bespoke cycling experiences that perfectly match your desires and budget, wherever your wanderlust takes you.

Our dedicated team—comprising experienced biking guides, skilled mechanics, reliable drivers, insightful tour consultants, and passionate bicycle specialists—is committed to ensuring your adventure is seamless, safe, and truly unforgettable.

Whether you're exploring solo, enjoying a family getaway, or embarking on a group expedition, we're here to design a trip that's exclusively yours. The itineraries you see are just a starting point; consider them a canvas upon which we'll paint your ideal Asian biking tour. We invite you to share your ideas, tell us your preferences, and let us know your budget. We'll meticulously customize an existing itinerary or craft a brand-new program from the ground up, adding or excluding elements until it's absolutely perfect for you.

Ready to start planning your dream biking adventure across Asia? Share your requirements with us today, and let's create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Itinerary

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Day 01: Hanoi - Ba Be

We cordially invite you to participate in the Ba be - Cao Bang Bicycle Loop, which will take place in the far north of Vietnam. We will transport you to Ba Be and pick you up with our Golden Trail Travel guide. You will stop at a community that makes paper while traveling. After lunch in Bac Can, we begin our bicycle journey from Bang Lung Town to Ba Be, where we will take in the stunning countryside and vibrant village life. When you get to Ba Be, check into your homestay and have some free time. Spend the night in the Ba Be homestay (in front of the river view).Summary:Activities: Transferring and Warming cyclingAccommodations: HotelMeals:L/DCycling distances: 43 Km

Day 2: Ba Be – Hua Ma

Following a homestay to replenish energy, we will begin the next day with a Vietnamese bicycle ride from the village to the boat dock, where you will explore Ba Be National Park. Next, you will embark on a boat trip along the Nang River to see Ba Be Lake, Puong Grotto, the Dau Dang Waterfall rapids, and tiny Widow Island. You will also have additional time to explore Ba Be village. Don't forget your camera for some lovely shots of these beautiful sceneries, which will provide you with some peaceful time in the fresh air and green surroundings. You will have the opportunity to take a leisurely cycling trip to Hua Ma Cave in the afternoon, which is a sizable grotto containing thousands of stalactites. Spend the night at the homestay in Ba Be (in front of the river view).Summary:Activities: cruising on a boat on Ba Be Lake, cycling, and exploring cavesAccommodations: HotelMeals: B/L/DCycling distances: 22 Km

Day 3: Ba Be National Park – Cao Bang

Following breakfast with the host family, we set out from Eco home village to begin the Ba Be - Cao Bang cycling circle. Enjoy the pure nature and spectacular scenery of the National Park while riding along the lake in an upward manner in the morning. As soon as we exit the national park, we will ride over some hills and undulating terrain to reach Cho Ra. We will then cross several challenging passes and descend a picturesque route to the main road. You will be transferred to Cao Bang. We will make stops along the route at as many charming towns and locations as you can snap pictures of. Eat lunch on the way. After lunch, our driver will continue to drive you to Cao Bang City.Summary:Activities: cycling and TransferringAccommodations: HotelMeals:B/L/DCycling distances: 55 Km

Day 4: Cao Bang – Pac Po – Tra Linh 95 km

After eating breakfast at the hotel, departing from Cao Bang city. We start pedaling from the motel to Pac Po. Savor the unspoiled environment and breathtaking views as traveling through tranquil villages on a tarmac road. converse with members of the hill tribe as children travel to and from school. We continue on the newly undulating route toward Pac Po.Pac Po, the birthplace of the Vietnamese Revolution from 1930 to 1945, is revered by the Vietnamese people as the place where President Hieu Thiỿn first set foot in Vietnam after thirty years of living and working overseas.At 108 kilometers, Pac Po is situated between two major mountain ranges, a river, and a stream that share a border with China. Hochiminh made the decision to establish this location for the first Vietnamese Revolution.By visiting this historical site, tourists can learn about Hochiminh life and the Post-Vietnam Revolution.When Pac Po arrives, we take some time to honor the forerunners and Hochiminh, who rallied the Vietnamese people to vote in opposition to Japanese troops and a French military campaign in 1945 in order to achieve independence. We prepare our bike for an ascent to the Gate of Heaven after our visit. Eating a picnic meal at the top. Following lunch, we test our mettle on the summit before descending to board the Tra Linh Town ship.Summary:Activities: cycling and VisitingAccommodations: HotelMeals:B/L/DCycling distances: 94 Km

Day 5: Tra Linh – Trung Khanh – Ban Gioc Waterfall

After a Vietnamese-style breakfast at a nearby restaurant, we get back on our bikes and ride the newly sealed road to Trung Khanh. Experience the vibrant sights and striking vistas while traveling through Vietnam's Global Geopark, the center of the earth. After Trung Khanh arrives, reassemble and take a short break for refreshments. We carry on traveling till we leave the single track and arrive at Quay Son River. As we ride along the border strip, cross a bamboo bridge, and pedal through charming towns and rice paddies, we can take in the breathtaking scenery. Lunching at the Eco Homestay. Following lunch, we go kayaking down the Quay Son River or cycling to the Ban Gioc Waterfall. After dinner, spend the night at Ban Gioc.Summary:Activities: Cycling and VisitingAccommodations: HotelMeals:B/L/DCycling distances: 72 Km

Day 6: Ban Gioc – Ha Lang - Quang Uyen

Rise early to see the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall. The fourth-largest border-crossing waterfall in the world, Ban Gioc, is captivating due to its picture-perfect depiction of the blue sky, massive limestone mountains, breathtaking rice fields, and everyday life.After breakfast at the hotel, we ride our bikes to Hanh Lang town along the border belt to start our new cycling day.We have another fantastic day ahead of us as we navigate the treacherous passes and tight turns along the way. But we'll be rewarded with breathtaking scenery and amazing sightseeing.In the first stage, we ride a gently rolling road via serene villages, rice paddies, and rivers. After we overcome three steep passes, the second stage becomes extremely difficult. On the third stop, we're going to have a picnic lunch. After lunch, we cycle down a recently paved road that leads to Quang Uyen Town. As soon as you get there, check in and unwind before dinner.Summary:Activities: Cycling Accommodations: HotelMeals: B/L/DCycling distances: 72 Km

Day 7: Quang Uyen Loop

After having breakfast at the hotel, we ride on single-track trails from Quang Uyen to Eco villages, where we can take in the breathtaking landscape and verdant rice fields. Riding a bicycle through charming towns, across rivers, streams, and hills to reach Hong Dai, Thoi Nhang, Dong Trieu. Turn off the Tu Do Commune and meet the main road to pedal to Phia Thap village.It's time to use the Phia Thap Epic Loop to truly stretch your legs. This 40km ride takes you through a local basket-weaving town where you may try your hand at weaving a basket in addition to seeing ones being constructed. The route consists of asphalt and dirt roads with a short stretch of singletrack. After lunch, we head back around the southern portion of the loop and pause at a fresh spring where you may have a little swim to cool off. Once everyone has refueled, we will travel north on a sealed road in the direction of Quang Uyen.Summary:Activities:Cycling and visitingAccommodations: HotelMeals:B/L/DCycling distances: 64 km

Day 8: Quang Uyen - Phia Thap – Trung Vuong - Cao Bang

After a filling breakfast, we start our tip to the city of Cao Bang. After cycling a short distance on the main road, we turn off into a village road that leads to a paper-making village. Here, you may try your hand at producing paper using a method that the villagers have been using for centuries. After that, ride through villages to take in the serene ambiance and breathtaking scenery. Following Phia Thap, we ride on a single track to Tu Do Commune, Ha Tri, and Trung Vuong Commune. Along the route, you will get the chance to see several vibrant hill tribe settlements. To learn about the lives of the locals, meet and converse with them.Meet our assistance car so we can get refreshments and water filled up. We ride on the tarmac road till we reach the city of Cao Bang. Dinner and a night in the city of Cao Bang.Summary:Activities: Cycling and VisitingAccommodations: HotelMeals:B/L/DCycling distances: 54 Km

Day 9: Cao Bang – Bac Son

After a filling breakfast at the hotel, we make the two and a half hour drive to That Khe Town. As soon as we reach the cycling point, we begin our 10-kilometer ascent to the mountain before descending to Binh Gia town. pondering the breathtaking landscape and untamed limestone mountain ranges. eating lunch on the way. After lunch, we get ready to ride our bikes to Bac Son Town Ship.Bac Son is a historical site associated with the 1930s post-Vietnam Revolution. This region is recognized as one of the initial battlegrounds in Northeastern Vietnam against the French military expedition. These days, tourists are astounded and mesmerized by the amazing photo location where you can capture the expansive Bacson Valley landscape.The charming rural life and magical surroundings will make you very happy. To learn about their culture, ride down the valley to the Quynh Son Eco homestay communities. cycling to the hotel on a backroad. In the hotel, we unwind and eat dinner.Summary:Activities:Transferring and CyclingAccommodations: HotelMeals:B/L/DCycling distances: 65 Km

Day 10: Bac Son – Hanoi

To really appreciate the splendor of Bac Son Valley, rise early. We do ascend Viba Station, which is a great location for taking pictures. Following our creative photo shoot, we return to the hotel for breakfast. Bid farewell, Bac Son. On our final cycling day, we set out from the hotel and travel to Thai Nguyen City via paved roads.The highlight of the day is cycling over a picturesque route that passes past green orange crops and karst mountain ranges. After our morning ride on the newly constructed highway, we return to Hanoi. After checking into the Hanoi hotel, eat a goodbye meal at the original restaurant.Summary:Activities: Cycling and Tansferring Accommodations: HotelMeals:B/L/DCycling distances: 50 Km

FAQS

1. What types of tours does Golden Trail Travel offer?

Answer: Golden Trail Travel specializes in offering a wide range of travel packages to Vietnam and other Indochina countries such as Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia, China, and Malaysia. We offer themed tours including Classic Highlights, Cycling, Trekking, Beach Holidays, Luxury Honeymoon, Short Trips, Family, Off The Beaten Track, Multi-Country, Motorbiking, Veteran, Food, Students, Luxury, Golf, Photography, Cooking Class, Bird Watching, Indochina Cruises, Kayaking, Muslim-friendly tours, Offroad 4x4WD, Indochina MICE Travel, Cave Expedition, and Helicopter tours.

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3. Can tours be customized?

Answer: Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has unique preferences. Golden Trail Travel is happy to customize tour packages to fit your specific needs, interests, and budget.

4. Does Golden Trail Travel provide visa support services?

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5. What makes Golden Trail Travel different from other travel agencies?

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