VB041: HANOI – NINH BINH – HA LONG – CAT BA (8 Days/ 7 Nights)

This is a real cycle tour in the Red river delta and northern part of Vietnam . Starting in Hanoi, we take the minbus to NinhNinh and discover the rocks mountain, Tamcoc that called Halong bay in Land. You have also a chance to discover the Halong bay Worl Heritage and taking boat cruise to Catba island

ITINERARY

Day 1 : Hanoi – Arrival

Arrive in Hanoi. Meet and greet by our guide. Dinner at at you own. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 2: Hanoi – Xuan Mai – Ninh Binh (B) ( 70 km )

Have breakfast at hotel. Transfer  to Xuan Mai before we set off on a half day cycling through the breathtaking mountainous region to Ninh Binh Town (70 km). On our journey there are some opportunities to see ethnic minority people, all friendly and welcoming. Lunch & Dinner at your own. Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Day 3: Ninh Binh – Trang An – Phat Diem – Ninh Binh ( B) ( 90Km )

Have breakfast at hotel. Heading out of Ninh Binh Town, we embark on a boat trip in Trang An, passing through the picturesque landscape of rice fields surrounded by limestone formations with magnificent caves. The afternoon we pedal south to visit Phat Diem church complex (40 km). Lunch & Dinner at your own. Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Day 4: Ninh Binh – Hai Phong – Halong (B) ( 70km )

Breakfast at  hotel . Starting to pedal through the rich farming land of the Red River Delta to Hai Phong. Stop at Pho  Minh pagoda and Tran Temple in Nam Dinh. The journey is long but road conditions ameliorated will allow you have more time at every stops. Today is a long day visit farmers at work and local homes. We continue our journey to Ha Long Bay (70 km) by minibus . Views of sailing junks navigating past over 3,000 limestone islands and out crops jutting out of the clear and emerald water of the bay are nothing short of spectacular. Lunch & Dinner at your own. Overnight in Ha Long.

Day 5: Ha Long – Cat Ba ( B,L)

Breakfast at hotel . Ha Long Bay is one of Vietnam ‘s most impressive scenic sights. After a short transfer from the town, we embark on a cruise out to explore the world natural heritage dotted with some thousands of rock formations. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim and a seafood lunch.  Dinner at your own. Overnight in Cat Ba.

Day 6: Cat Ba Island (B) ( 40km )

The primeval forest and the tranquil town make Cat Ba Island one of Vietnam ‘s delightful places. We spend a halfday cycling in Cat Ba, visiting the national park, the central market and the fishing port. The reminder of today is free to relax on a beach. Lunch & Dinner at your own. Overnight in Cat Ba.

Day 7: Cat Ba – Hai Phong – Ha Noi (B) ( 50km )

In the early morning we take public ferry back to Hai Phong. You can ride 15km on CatHai island before landing. Then we continue your bike trip more 30km then take a bus back to Ha Noi ), stopping at Bat Trang Pottery village. Lunch & Dinner at your own. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Day 8: Ha Noi – Departure (B)

There is a free time to further explore Ha Noi. The tour ends after your transfer to Noi Bai Airport for departure. 

 Tour Price includes

• English Speaking tour leader (other languages upon requests)
• All accommodations base on twin-share at hotel, guesthouse and Home stay.etc…
• Meals detailed in the itinerary (B = Breakfast , L = Lunches ,D = Dinners)
• A/C transfers and transportation.
• Sightseeing excursions as outlined in itinerary
• Mountain bicycle
• Pump, bike tools, spares tubes.
• Spare bike
• Mineral water drinking.
• Seasonal fruits.
• Snacks

Tour Price excludes

• International airfares
• Travel insurance and bike helmet (compulsory)
• Items of a personal nature
• Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
• Mineral water beyond that supplied
• Single Supplement
• Optional excursions
• Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
• Personal expenses such as telephone and laundry bill
• Visa fees
• Departure taxes
• Tipping for guide & driver