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The potential of Vietnam tourism is often mentioned when referring to the main attractions. Also of great value is staying in small villages, immersing in the daily life and culture of local people. We do not need a lot of time; it can easily be done and satisfy your Vietnam travel needs. The itinerary is a loop tour, beginning and ending in Hanoi. A combination of easy cycling in the lush beauty of rural regions, relaxing in a homestay, kayaking in magnificent Ha Long Bay (designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site), and the bicycle ride to explore Cuc Phuong National Park (one of Vietnam’s most important nature reserves). Especially, this tour often covers areas with fewer tourists, giving a more authentic feeling of the country.
General Information
Tour Route: Homestay - Cycling around the villages - Halong Bay - Trekking in the national park - Tam Coc
Duration: 5 Days/ 4 Nights
Date: Departure upon request, available anytime year-round
Active Level: Moderation
Tour Category: Vietnam Cycling Tours
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Cuc Phuong National Park
Day 2: Cuc Phuong National Park - Tam Coc
Day 3: Tam Coc - Ha Long Bay
Day 4: Ha Long Bay - Dong Trieu village
Day 5: Dong Trieu - Hanoi
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Cuc Phuong National Park (L, D)
Leave Hanoi in the morning then travel along the Highway #1, the vehicle drops you off at Cuc Phuong national park, where you trek to a huge thousand-year-old tree. After lunch is your free time for strolling around under cool trees' shades. Then embrace your bikes to ride long curves and bends of roads winding through the jungle. End the journey at the entrance gate and spend the night staying in a nearby bungalow.
Day 2: Cuc Phuong National Park - Tam Coc (35 km cycling distance) (B, L, D)
Morning sunrise with sounds of the jungle, wake up to have breakfast then check out of our hotel. Continue your biking journey through villages and beautiful pineapple plantations. Arrive in Tam Coc Wharf around lunchtime then check in our hotel.
After lunch, get on cute little boats to have 2 hours of rowing along the river and through three caves. There is still time in the early afternoon to bike through villages, crossing rice paddy fields to see the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Back to the hotel, relax and enjoy yourselves while drinking cold local beer by the river. Overnight at the hotel by the river as well.
Day 3: Tam Coc - Halong Bay (B, L, D)
Leave Tam Coc in the morning then travel along National Road #10 heading northeast, through lush green fields of the Red River Delta. Arrive in Ha Long city around noontime, you will be welcomed by the junk cruise's staff. After check-in onboard, the boat cruises through Ha Long Bay, passing by some of the most scenic locations including Yen Ngua, Con Coc Mountains, as well as a floating fishing village.
Lunch will be served in the junk cruise's restaurant. Weather permitting, visit Sung Sot cave (Amazing cave) and enjoy kayaking to explore the lagoon and Luon Grotto. Overnight on the cruise
Day 4: Halong Bay - Dong Trieu Village (B, L, D)
Greet the day with a morning exercise on the rooftop or a fresh swim, both with an opportunity to view sunrise over the bay. After breakfast, visit Titop island and have a chance to climb up to the top of the mountain for the panorama view of Halong Bay, then back to our boat for a final glimpse of the Ha Long Bay as cruising back to the dock. Only about an hour ride to the village of Dong Trieu.
First, exchange greetings and have green tea with our host family. Then get on our bikes to enjoy riding around neighboring villages, cycling through this peaceful area of country lanes and rice fields, chatting with local people. This evening, you will be guests of a friendly local family. Overnight in homestay.
Day 5: Dong Trieu Village - Hanoi (B, L)
After breakfast, bid farewell to your host and villagers then head back to Hanoi. On the way, stop to visit traditional handicraft villages of Phu Lang (pottery) and Dong Ky (wood carving). Your tour ends at the hotel foyer around 4 pm. Overnight in Hanoi.
