Could you please provide more details on the itinerary, inclusions, and accommodation types for this tour?

This is an 8-day cycling adventure that starts and ends in Hanoi. You'll explore the capital by bike before heading into the beautiful countryside, cycling through Mai Chau, Pu Luong Nature Reserve, Cuc Phuong National Park, and Ninh Binh. The trip finishes with an overnight cruise in the stunning Ha Long Bay, where you'll also have the opportunity to go kayaking. The trip includes 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners, bike hire, an experienced local leader, vehicle support during the cycling sections, all accommodation, and all included activities such as the guided cycling tours, the Ha Long Bay overnight cruise, and kayaking. You'll stay in a mix of comfortable hotels, a traditional local homestay in Mai Chau, and spend one night aboard a boat in Ha Long Bay, giving you a nice variety of experiences throughout the trip.

I wanted to check availability for 1 traveler for your cycling trip on 23rd - 30th November. I'm about 6 feet tall and wanted to confirm if you'll have a bike available for my height? Also, is there single accommodation available? Lastly, how many people do you have on the tour? I noticed there's just 1 spot left.

As of now, we have only 1 spot available and 15 confirmed passengers on the trip departing on 23 November. If you are looking to have an e-bike, we will have to check the availability for a suitable sized bike from our local team. A single supplement can be booked at an additional cost and the Single Supplement on this trip does not include night 3 – Mai Chau, night 4 – Pu Luong & night 6 – O/N on Hanoi Cruise.

Are there any activities planned after breakfast on the last day?

No, there are no planned activities after breakfast, and you are free to leave at any time.

Could you please check if there is a spot on this trip commencing Sunday. I could travel on British passport, so no evisa needed prior to arrival is my understanding. I was offeed an additional $100 discount GBor using Tourradar app for first time. Are you able to offer any further discount. I am solo traveler. Interested in paying addional cost for room to myself.

Please note that the 30 March 2025 departure of this trip is closed for sale and the next available departure would be, 18 My 2025. We have 13 spots available on this departure. We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.

If there is any bike tour between 29.03. and 04.04. I would like to join.

Unfortunately, we do not have any scheduled departures between 29th March and 4th April, apart from the 30th March departure. However, you can always check our website for similar bike tours that might fit your schedule.

How can I update my booking?

To update your booking, please contact us with the changes you wish to make.

Can I have pre/post accommodations arranged?

Yes, we can arrange pre/post accommodations based on your required dates.

Are e-bikes available for rent?

Yes, e-bikes are available for rent at an additional cost.

Could you summarise the cycling distances for each day please!

Daily cycling distances: Day 2 - 22 km (14 mi) on flat roads. Day 3 - 57 km (36 mi) uphill and downhill. Day 4 - 46 km (29 mi) with gradual climb. Day 5 - 49 km (30 mi) mostly flat and downhill. Day 6 - 28 km (17 mi) mostly flat and downhill.

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Cycle Northern Vietnam

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The cycling tour exceeded our expectations, and we are already talking about the next cycling tour in southern Vietnam.
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Intro
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Day 1
Hanoi
Hanoi
Optional Activities
- Walk around the shaded boulevards of Hanoi
- Explore the Old Quarter and '36 Streets' for shopping (souvenirs, silk clothing, jewellery, embroidered tablecloths, wood carvings, lacquerware)
- Welcome dinner with local leader and group
Landmarks
Old Quarter
Day 2
Hanoi
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided Hanoi city bike ride
- Guided bike ride in Hanoi
Optional Activities
- Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake
- Visit Vietnam Fine Art Museum
- Street food dining (pho)
Landmarks
Hoan Kiem Lake
Vietnam Fine Art Museum
Day 3
Bac Kan Cycling
Bac Kan Cycling
Included Activities
- Guided & vehicle-supported cycling in Bach Thong district
Day 4
Cao Bang
Cao Bang
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Ban Gioc Waterfalls), Dinner
Included Activities
- Non Nuoc Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark visit
- Guided & vehicle-supported cycling in Cao Bang district
- Ban Gioc waterfall visit
- Phong Nam Valley visit
Landmarks
Ma Phuc Pass
Trung Khanh district
Non Nuoc Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark
Ban Gioc Waterfalls
Quay Son River
Phong Nam Valley
Day 5
Cao Bang - Bac Ninh
Cao Bang - Bac Ninh
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Quynh Son traditional village), Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided & vehicle-supported cycling in Lang Son district
- Quynh Son traditional village visit
Landmarks
Binh Gia
Lang Son province
Quynh Son
Huu Lung
Bac Son Valley
Day 6
Bac Ninh - Halong Bay
Bac Ninh - Halong Bay
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
Optional Activities
- Swimming in the East Sea
- Kayaking in Halong Bay
- Cave exploration (stalactites and stalagmites)
Landmarks
Halong Bay
Day 7
Halong Bay - Hanoi
Halong Bay - Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Last-minute souvenir shopping at markets
- Visit Fine Art Museum
- Visit Women's Museum
- Visit Museum of Ethnology
- Optional farewell dinner with group
Landmarks
Fine Art Museum
Women's Museum
Museum of Ethnology
Day 8
Hanoi
Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Old Quarter

Landmarks
Hoan Kiem Lake
Vietnam Fine Art Museum

Landmarks
Ma Phuc Pass
Trung Khanh district
Non Nuoc Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark
Ban Gioc Waterfalls
Quay Son River
Phong Nam Valley

Landmarks
Binh Gia
Lang Son province
Quynh Son
Huu Lung
Bac Son Valley

Landmarks
Halong Bay

Landmarks
Fine Art Museum
Women's Museum
Museum of Ethnology

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Marthe5.0•April 2024
The cycling tour exceeded our expectations, and we are already talking about the next cycling tour in southern Vietnam.
Traveled in March 2024
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
So glad you enjoyed your time exploring Vietnam by bike, Marthe and thank you for sharing your photos. We look forward to welcoming you on another cycling Intrepid trip soon.
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GREG4.0•April 2024
The worst thing about the tour was the lack of detail supplied before departure. A dated itinerary with the...
The worst thing about the tour was the lack of detail supplied before departure. A dated itinerary with the departure hotel name would have been a no brainer, most of the participants were unsure of whether the accomodation after the initial 6pm meeting was included. It was never explained that we would be sharing rooms in hotels,fair enough in homestays but a bit of a surprise for the hotel stays. Also the tipping part of the trip..the guide was asking for around $800 US from the group for tips, surely the hotels and drivers were getting paid ok? I've rarely seen tipping in Vietnam before. Its an American practice that is offensive to Australians. That's a lot of money in Vietnam. Our guide BB was excellent and read the group well, the mix of electric bikes ensured every one kept up,and apart from the last day the pace was brisk and entertaining. The last day was led by the mechanic at a very boring walking pace that no one appreciated. I would recommend the trip but would like to see the above points addressed for future groups.Show more
Traveled in March 2024
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us on your Cycle Vietnam trip, Greg. We are sorry to hear that your pre- trip experience was disappointing. All our trip information can be found in our Essential Trip Information available on our website, however, we don't share a hotel list due to possible changes. Regarding tipping, this information can also be found in our Essential Trip Information and it has been found that it is the easiest way to manage tips for tour leaders and drivers, so their services can be recognized and appreciated. We are pleased that your tour leader was excellent and you enjoyed your trip overall. We look forward to welcoming you on another Intrepid trip in the not so distant future.
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Christopher5.0•November 2023
What a great trip, everything was spot on!!!
Traveled in November 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
We are delighted you had such an enjoyable trip, Christopher and you found everything to run smoothly! We look forward to you joining another one of our Cycle trips again one day.
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Monika4.5•May 2019
We ware fully sattisfied with our excoursion. Son Nguyen was very helply and did a wonderful job Thank you!
Traveled in April 2019

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Asked on July 27th, 2026
Could you please provide more details on the itinerary, inclusions, and accommodation types for this tour?
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Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2026
  This is an 8-day cycling adventure that starts and ends in Hanoi. You'll explore the capital by bike before heading into the beautiful countryside, cycling through Mai Chau, Pu Luong Nature Reserve, Cuc Phuong National Park, and Ninh Binh. The trip finishes with an overnight cruise in the stunning Ha Long Bay, where you'll also have the opportunity to go kayaking.
  
  The trip includes 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners, bike hire, an experienced local leader, vehicle support during the cycling sections, all accommodation, and all included activities such as the guided cycling tours, the Ha Long Bay overnight cruise, and kayaking.
  
  You'll stay in a mix of comfortable hotels, a traditional local homestay in Mai Chau, and spend one night aboard a boat in Ha Long Bay, giving you a nice variety of experiences throughout the trip.
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Ivan
Asked on September 24th, 2025
I wanted to check availability for 1 traveler for your cycling trip on 23rd - 30th November. I'm about 6 feet tall and wanted to confirm if you'll have a bike available for my height? Also, is there single accommodation available? Lastly, how many people do you have on the tour? I noticed there's just 1 spot left.
Accommodation
Group size
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written September 2025
  As of now, we have only 1 spot available and 15 confirmed passengers on the trip departing on 23 November. If you are looking to have an e-bike, we will have to check the availability for a suitable sized bike from our local team. A single supplement can be booked at an additional cost and the Single Supplement on this trip does not include night 3 – Mai Chau, night 4 – Pu Luong & night 6 – O/N on Hanoi Cruise.
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Karol
Asked on March 31st, 2025
Are there any activities planned after breakfast on the last day?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
  No, there are no planned activities after breakfast, and you are free to leave at any time.
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Courtney
Asked on March 25th, 2025
Could you please check if there is a spot on this trip commencing Sunday. I could travel on British passport, so no evisa needed prior to arrival is my understanding. I was offeed an additional $100 discount GBor using Tourradar app for first time. Are you able to offer any further discount. I am solo traveler. Interested in paying addional cost for room to myself.
Price / Availability
Single supplement
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Please note that the 30 March 2025 departure of this trip is closed for sale and the next available departure would be, 18 My 2025. We have 13 spots available on this departure. We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.
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Lydia
Asked on March 20th, 2025
If there is any bike tour between 29.03. and 04.04. I would like to join.
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Unfortunately, we do not have any scheduled departures between 29th March and 4th April, apart from the 30th March departure. However, you can always check our website for similar bike tours that might fit your schedule.
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Helena
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How can I update my booking?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  To update your booking, please contact us with the changes you wish to make.
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Amelie
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Can I have pre/post accommodations arranged?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, we can arrange pre/post accommodations based on your required dates.
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Blanquix
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Are e-bikes available for rent?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, e-bikes are available for rent at an additional cost.
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Amelia
Asked on November 8th, 2024
Could you summarise the cycling distances for each day please!
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  Daily cycling distances: Day 2 - 22 km (14 mi) on flat roads. Day 3 - 57 km (36 mi) uphill and downhill. Day 4 - 46 km (29 mi) with gradual climb. Day 5 - 49 km (30 mi) mostly flat and downhill. Day 6 - 28 km (17 mi) mostly flat and downhill.
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Bapt
Asked on October 16th, 2024
What should I do if my transfer is late?
Flights / Transfers
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  If your transfer is late, please wait, and if necessary, reach out to our local office using the provided contact information.

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