Vietnam by Bike

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Cycling is the classic way to experience the diversity of Vietnam. This journey from Hanoi through the central highlands and along the coast to Ho Chi Minh City is one of our most popular tours
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star

Highlights

    • Historic monuments & the colourful Old Quarter in Hanoi
    • Stunning rice terraces & quiet country lanes in Pu Luong Nature Reserve
    • Emerald waters and limestone islands of majestic Ha Long Bay
    • Imperial history on the banks of the Perfume River in Hue
    • Ancient architecture and laid-back atmosphere in Hoi An
    • Bustling streets and markets in Ho Chi Minh City
    • Eye-opening wartime history at the Cu Chi tunnels
    • Explore the Mekong Delta
    • Support vehicle throughout with spares and seats for tired riders

What's this trip about?

    Cycling is the classic way to experience the diversity of Vietnam. This journey from Hanoi through the central highlands and along the coast to Ho Chi Minh City is one of our most popular tours

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityHanoi
End CityHo Chi Minh City

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Ha Long Bay
  • Hanoi
  • Ho Chi Minh
  • Hoi An
  • Mai Hich
  • Saigon

Activities

  • Cycling

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • 13 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 6 dinners
    • 8 nights comfortable hotel on a twinshare basis, and 1 night on a traditional junk boat on a twinshare basis
    • 3 nights traditional guesthouse on multishare basis, and 1 night on comfortable train in a 4 berth sleeper carriage
    • English speaking guide - Generally groups of 6 or more people will have one guide accompanying them throughout the journey, while smaller groups will have local guides in each region.
    • Airport transfers (on first day and last day of the trip)
    • All transport throughout including train sector on the Reunification Express
    • Internal flight from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City valued at US$95
    • Private air conditioned vehicles
    • Modern mountain bikes on cycling days (Option to upgrade to e-bike at additional cost; subject to availability)
    • Support vehicle with spare parts and bike mechanic on cycling days
    • Group medical kit
    • Sightseeing and entry fees as listed in the itinerary

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam

Upon arrival, a World Expeditions representative will greet you outside the arrivals hall and you'll be transferred to the group hotel. Settle into your hotel and take some time to unwind, allowing yourself to adjust to the pace of Hanoi. Vietnam’s capital is a captiv...

Day 2 Transfer to Hoa Binh, boat and cycle to Mai Hich (cycle approx. 3-4 hrs)

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, you’ll load your bags onto the bus and head to the bike storage area for fittings. Once ready, you’ll transfer by bus to the mountainous region of Hoa Binh, approximately 90 kilometres west of Hanoi, a journey of around two hours...

Day 3 Cycle to Pu Luong (cycle approx. 5-6 hrs)

After breakfast, you’ll cycle towards the Laos border before veering east to enter the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. The scenery shifts as the road hugs the mountainside, offering stunning views of deep, narrow valleys with terraced rice fields. For the first 15 kilometres...

Day 4 Cycle to Van Long (cycle approx. 5-6 hrs)

Today you'll commence with a 10km ride to Pho Doan village. You’ll then take a hidden route known to few, cycling towards the historic Ho Chi Minh Road. This stretch is especially scenic, and the locals are wonderfully welcoming. The ride covers about 60 kilometres wi...

Day 5 Transfer to Ha Long Bay

After three days of cycling through some of North Vietnam’s most stunning landscapes, you’ll take a well-deserved break to explore the legendary Halong Bay and iconic sites of Hanoi. Start your day with an early breakfast before departing for Halong Bay. The drive tak...

Day 6 Return to Hanoi, night train to Hue

Start your day with an early Tai Chi session on deck, or simply enjoy a quiet morning with coffee or tea as you watch the sunrise over Halong Bay. Before returning to the coast, you’ll have the chance to visit another cave in the archipelago. As the junk cruises back ...

Day 7 Cycle to Tam Giang & Phu Thuan (cycle approx. 5-6 hrs)

Your train arrives in Hue around 9:00 AM. After enjoying a traditional breakfast of Bun Bo Hue, the city’s famous soup, you’ll head to the bike storage, retrieve your bike, and set off for the most important historical site in the city: the Imperial Citadel, a city wi...

Day 8 Cycle to Lang Co (cycle approx. 6-6.5 hrs)

Start your day with a leisurely breakfast by the beach before embarking on an 80-kilometre ride. The route is mostly flat, with some gentle climbs towards the end. As you cycle along the scenic lagoon, you'll pass through the charming fishermen’s village of Chuon, kno...

Day 9 Cycle from Lang Co via Hai Van Pass to Hoi An (cycle approx. 5-6 hrs)

Today, you'll conquer the legendary Hai Van Pass, a significant climatic divide in Vietnam and a highlight of any journey. The 11-kilometre ascent and descent on what is hailed as "one of the best coastal roads in the world" will be an unforgettable experience. At the...

Day 10 Hoi An, a day at leisure and sunset cycle/cruise

Following yesterday's conquest, enjoy a leisurely day in Hoi An, where you can indulge in shopping or a relaxing visit to the beach. An Bang Beach, just 4 kilometres north of town, is a perfect spot to unwind. If you're a food enthusiast, Hoi An offers a variety of lo...

Day 11 Flight to Ho Chi Minh

After a relaxed morning, you’ll transfer by car to Danang for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Once you arrive, you’ll head to the hotel to refresh and unwind. You’ll have some free time to grab a quick lunch at one of the many restaurants nearby. Ho Chi Minh City, of...

Day 12 Cycle to to Cu Chi Tunnels, transfer to Mekong Delta (cycle approx. 3-4 hrs)

This morning, you'll transfer by bus to Hoc Mon town, about 20 kilometres north of the city. From there, you'll embark on a 20-kilometre cycling journey through rubber plantations and rice fields, leading to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels. These tunnels played a crucial ...

Day 13 Explore the Mekong Delta, return to Ho Chi Minh City (cycle approx. 5-6 hrs)

Your morning begins with a boat trip to witness the bustling activity of merchants around Cai Be, as they arrive on their sampans loaded with local produce for trade. Following this, you'll embark on a 50-kilometre cycling journey along the lesser-known roads and path...

Day 14 Ho Chi Minh City, trip concludes

The day is free at your leisure until transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight. We wish you a pleasant onward journey.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,990
Price per day$214
Last Updated: 4/9/2025
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04 May 2025
17 May 2025
$2,990
15 Jun 2025
28 Jun 2025
$2,990
13 Jul 2025
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$2,990
24 Aug 2025
06 Sep 2025
$3,014
07 Sep 2025
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$2,990
19 Oct 2025
01 Nov 2025
$2,990
16 Nov 2025
29 Nov 2025
$2,990
21 Dec 2025
03 Jan 2026
$3,170
04 Jan 2026
17 Jan 2026
$3,300
01 Feb 2026
14 Feb 2026
$3,300

World Expeditions does not require single travellers to pay a surcharge for travelling alone. We will arrange for you to share accommodation with another traveller of the same gender and if we cannot match you up we will provide a single room at no extra charge. If you prefer not to share a single supplement is payable to guarantee your own room. Please refer to our website for the additional cost.

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with World Expeditions.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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World Expeditions Reviews & Ratings

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Robynne Peacock

Dec 2024

This trip was excellent

Our guide was great, the accommodations were varied but all very good, the food was good too. We really enjoyed the riding, it was varied and through lovely countrys...

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Albena Stoyneva

Dec 2024

I genuinely enjoyed the ride

This was my first such trip and I was pleased with the very go...

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Mary Anderson

Apr 2024

I had to leave the tour early because of illness

My tour guide, Tien, was wonderful. There was a tour participant from Australia who was a physician, and he acted like the tour medical director, demanding I leave...

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Nicholas Alexander Trantham Snow

May 2023

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip through Vietnam and seeing the countryside and the people from our cycling tour

The tour was well done in the way it was organized and stayin...

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Paul James O Grady

May 2023

If you are looking for a great bike riding adventure with great guides look no further

I absolutely loved every minute. The food, accommodati...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfares
    • Visa fees
    • Travel Insurance (compulsory)
    • Bike Helmet (compulsory)
    • Meals and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary
    • Items of a personal nature such as laundry, phone calls, alcohol etc
    • Tips and gratuities

Accommodation

  • 8 nights hotel
  • 3 nights traditional guesthouse
  • 1 night traditional boat
  • 1 night train
Requirements
These adventures involve cycling for up to 6 or 7 hours a day at a steady pace. You will need a good level of fitness and be in good health. The majority of our moderately graded trips involve the carrying of a day pack only, though some may involve carrying a full pack. Be prepared for potential variable weather conditions. Suggested preparation; 1 hour of aerobic exercise, three to four times a week and extended periods of exercise during the weekend will accustom you to regular exercise. This trip is not a race. There will be a support truck following the group on all cycling days should you choose to load your bike and watch the scenery pass from your private air conditioned group vehicle. It is mandatory that you wear a helmet on all bike tours. We deliberately do not supply rental helmets because only a well-fitting helmet can offer a certain amount of protection. Cycling helmets are offered by numerous suppliers in various price and quality categories. When buying a bicycle helmet we recommend getting advice at a specialist store since finding the optimum helmet depends on quite a number of things. Avoid at all cost buying a helmet because of its looks; the main criteria should be a perfect fit. In some areas there are a limited number of helmets are available for hire but as suitability cannot be guaranteed we ask that you bring your own for the best fit and comfort.,
Travel Insurance
We require that you take out a personal travel insurance policy to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. A suggested policy is enclosed with these notes. If you take out an alternative policy, we need to be advised of the details. It is your responsibility to ensure any and all pre-existing medical conditions are adequately covered by your insurer. Please note: if you choose credit card cover, in our experience, this may not insure against high cost needs. For example; helicopter emergency evacuation. If you do decide to choose credit card coverage, please check all policy details thoroughly. You should always carry your travel insurance policy, emergency card and photocopies of your passport and cash cards with you during your trip.
Visa requirements
Yes*
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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