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Itinerary

Day 1	Bus transfer from Hanoi to Hoa Binh. Cycling to Mai Chau. Overnight in Maichau(L,D)
Day2	Mai Chau- Pu Luong. (+- 50km ,off road, single track)  After breakfast riding to Co Luong then continue in the off road to  Kho Muong withour car stand by.  ( +-26 km off road ), making this a day not to be forgotten. We cycle past rice fields and bananas plantations as we pass through small minority villages of Muong and Thai. There are two hard climbs today the first starts after 1 km with a 3 km ascent but the second, and most challenging comes at the end of this stunning day, with an 5 km strength-sapping climb. We finish the day with a stunning descend on a winding road into Kho Muong village. Dinner and homestay in Kho Muong village (B,L,D)
Day3	KhoMuong-Pho Doan- Canh nang- Cam thuy (+- 95km , 12 km single track, 10 km off road, and asphalt road )  We Cycling down hill on the single track ( +- 12km)  to Pho Doan,  ride along a mix of dirt tracks and tarmac trails through Thai village and across rice paddies . The biking follows a river gradually upstream, though the ride appears flat. Overnight in a small hotel of  Cam Thuy.(B,L,D)
Day4	Cam Thuy- Vinh ( +- 120 km asphalt road )  Ride for the first time on the newly built two lane Ho Chi Minh Highway. It hardly warrants two lanes as there is no traffic! The road makes for smooth fast riding, and for those who prefer there is always the old highway dirt and gravel - that weaves around the new highway allowing for plenty of exploring possibilities along the way. Ride to Muc Son, on the banks of River Song Chu. Picnic lunch en route. Continue ride to Vinh city. Overnight in Vinh. (B,L,D)
Day5	Vinh-Huong Khe - Dong hoi ( +- 110km, asphalt road ) After a relaxing breakfast continue riding on the Ho Chi Minh Trail. The trail is still a dream to ride on. Again there is virtually no traffic. Transfer if tired in the afternoon to Dong Hoi  for overnight in a local Hotel in Nhat Le beach.(B,L,D)
Day 6	Dong Hoi- Phong Nha cave- Relax Ride up to Phong Nha National Park (the Natural world heritage). The park contains one of the most spectacular caves in Vietnam; It is a true speleological wonder. Visit the cave by boat then wander through the cavern, past the foundations of ancient Cham ruins. Pause to admire the incredible formation of stalactites and stalagmites. Formed approximately 250 million years ago and during the American war, the north Vietnam army had used Phong Nha cave as a hospital and ammunition depot. The entrance still showing evidence of fighter aircraft attacks. There are community projects underway with Flora and Fauna International and it may be possible to visit village initiatives and learn more about the forests of the National Park.  Driving to Nhat le beach, relaxing on beach .Overnight on the hotel in Nhat Le beach . .(B,L,D)
Day 7	Dong Hoi-Dong Ha ( +- 90 km, asphalt road ) Continue riding on the  west of Ho Chi Minh Trail the road is now quite  good  until Khe sanh Base meet hight way No 09 , cross Dakong Bridge before in Dong Ha town . Overnight in Dong ha .(B,L,D)
Day 8	Dong Ha- Hue(  Cycling +- 40km, asphalt road ) Morning transfer to Hue and After lunch, we will cycling along the tranquil Perfume River and through the high-walled Imperial Citadel, to the peaceful ThienMu Pagoda. Evening meal included local delicacies followed ice cream on the riverfront. Overnight in Hue .(B,L,D)
Day 9	Hue to HoiAn (Cycling +- 120, asphalt road ) Our "long group" will begin riding early in the morning while the rest of us will depart for the top of Hai Van. Pass by bus shortly after breakfast. Our route passes by rural villages and picturesque Lang Co lagoon, an ascent of the pass with stunning views of the coast and a thrilling 5-mile descent from the top of the green rice fields around DaNang, which we will skirt by on our way to HoiAn. Afternoon arrival at the tranquil HoiAn hotel. A tour favorite, read more of HoiAn's story in this Asia Week Article. Overnight in Hoian . (B,L,D)
Day 10	HoiAn ( Cycling +- 40 km, asphalt road) City tour of HoiAn - an ancient Japanese port of trade. Much of HoiAn's rare wooden architecture remains in this small, pleasant town. We will explore the legend pagodas, bustling riverfront marketplace and distinctive cuisine. Cyclo to CuaDai beach on the south China sea for a clam bake, Vietnamese cooking lessons in town featuring local specialties by one of VietNam's most talented chefs, or free time on your own for boat excursion on the river. Overnight in Hoi An(B,L,D)
Day 11	Transfer to airport for departure flight to Hanoi, Sai gon . End of trip or extension tour to South of Vietnam.(B)

Tour Cost	Group Size  2  4-6 Price /person 1,375 USD  1,260 USD Note: Prices are based per person, double occupancy, with a separate cost for solo travelers. If you are traveling in a group but prefer single accommodations, a single supplement fee applies. Triple accommodations are not available in many of the destinations we visit.
Best Time to go	From October to May
WHAT'S INCLUDED	English speaking local guide accommodations in hotels in Hanoi, home stays and  local hotel around trip as mention meals as noted airport transfers sightseeing and activities as noted in the itinerary ground transportation additional guides where necessary entrance fees and permits basic medical
WHAT NOT	International airfare; meals not noted on itinerary; Vietnam visa; insurance other than basic medical ; optional tipping to leader, guides and local staff; excess baggage charges; international airport taxes; cost of medical immunizations; items of a personal nature (alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.).
Bike Hire	USD 80
	Gears checklist
Total Distance	+- 700 km
Number of cycling days	10 full days
Average Daily Distance:	55km
Off Road	10%
Max. Altitude	700 metres
Road Surface	This tour follows a mix of asphalt roads, broken roads, single track
Support	One or two 16-seats air-conditioned transit vans converted to take bikes and bikers.
Group Size	Minimum 2 person. Maximum  group 10 person.
Staff	Vietnamese cycling leader plus a Vietnamese cycling guide and drivers and assistants, support team.
Accommodation	9 nights in basic tourist class  hotels. All accommodation in hotel has a/c or fan, hot water and private facilities.
Food	All meals are included except on Day 11. Break every 15- 20 km ( 10 miles)  for tea break with water, coffee ,tea, juice, bread, tuna ,banana, apple... including
Biking Grade	Active
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