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Northern Vietnam Bike Discovery - 8 Days |
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Travel agency, tour operator and tourist guide services |
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HANOI – SON LA – DIEN BIEN – LAI CHAU – PHONG THO – SAPA – HANOI |
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Day 1: Hanoi – Son La
In the morning we drive out of the capital on our support vehicle and head north to the town of Son La. Son La is located in a scenic valley, inhabited by Thai, Muong and H’’mong minority people. This area is historically important for its involvement in the Vietnamese struggle for independence from France during the first half the 20th century.
(L/D)
Day 2: Son La – Dien Bien Phu (cycling distance 70km)
Today we drive the first 80km as far as Tuan Giao before we take to our bicycles and ride the 80km to the town of Dien Bien.
(B/L/D)
Day 3: Dien Bien Phu (60km)
After breakfast we set out on our bikes to explore the historically important area around Dien Bien. It was here in 1954 that the French planned to lure the Viet Minh led by Ho Chi Minh into the valley by sending 16,000 French troops as bait. The French however did not count on the brilliant leadership of General Vo Nguyen Giap who somehow managed to place the Vietnamese artillery on the surrounding ridges. From March until May 1954 the Viet Minh pounded the French positions until the French capitulated. In the evening we return to our hotel in Dien Bien town.
(B/L/D)
Day 4: Dien Bien – Lai Chau (120km)
Today we cycle along the windy roads that snake trough the beautiful countryside that characterizes this part of the country. At times the roads are steep but the stunning panoramas afforded us more than compensate for any hardships.
(B/L/D)
Day 5: Lai Chau – Phong Tho (120km)
Following breakfast we cycle through more superb mountain country en route to Phong Tho. Along the way we pass through several different minority villages and are able to see at close quarters how people go about their daily lives.
(B/L/D)
Day 6: Phong Tho – Sapa (50km)
Today we continue winding our way through the scenic hills and valleys. We stop at To Binh Lu and for the remaining 50km we take the support vehicle as we sake our way up to the celebrated former hill station of Sapa.
(B/L/D)
Day 7: Sapa
We have a full day to see some of Sapa’s most colorful and interesting sights by bicycle. These include the Red Dao village of Ta Phin, nestled on the floor of a beautiful valley and the picturesque Tay village of Ta Van.
(B/L/D)
Day 8: Sapa - Hanoi
Following breakfast we embark on the return drive to the capital. Along the way we will make numerous photo stops as we pass through different hill tribe villages.
(B/L)
The price : Please contact us
Trip includes:
All transportation and transfers
Specialist Matts Sport 100 Bicycles
English speaking guide cum cycling guide
All accommodation
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Admission fees and permits where applicable
Drinking water during the trip
Trip does not include:
International flights
International departure tax
Visas and visa fees
Travel insurance
Helmet
Personal expenses
Pre and post trip accommodation in Hanoi
Tips and gratuities
The Bicycles:
For this trip we use the ‘Matts Cruise 5.7’ and ‘Kalahari 500’ performance bicycles made by German cycle specialists Merida. The bicycles have 24 speeds and a lightweight steel alloy frame des
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HAINAM TRAVEL
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FOB
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