Can you describe the preparations and plans in the event of heavy rains? Should we anticipate rain on most days of the tour? I see two different total daily distance #'s. (50-70 km and 60-100km) can you clarify this? Does day 1 begin with the train ride to Sapa departure at 8:00 PM?

August is the rainy season in Vietnam, but the weather patterns differ greatly across the country. The heavy, persistent rains are much more common in the South. Here in the North, where your tour will take place, rain is possible but not too often. The distances are flexible to cater to your fitness and how you are feeling each day. The 50-100 km range is a general guideline for what's possible. We will tailor the ride's length and daily elevation gain based on your preference, the terrain, and the day's weather conditions. Day 1 of the itinerary begins in the evening with the overnight train from Hanoi to Lao Cai (the gateway to Sapa), which departs around 10:00 PM. We pick up from your hotel in Hanoi around 8:30pm

Can you please send me further information of the accommodation we will be staying in on this tour? Can you also let me know if an EBike can be arranged for me on this tour?

We can arrange ebike with optional charge 50USD/bike/day. Please find hotel we use below: Sapa: Freesia (Sapa Freesia Hotel), Mu Cằng Chai village H'mong Village Mù Cang Chải, Mai Chau Mai Chau Sunset Boutique Hotel

Whats the average of the group member so far and how many people joined so far?

So far, there are no other participants booked for this date, but we guarantee departure even with just one traveler.

Is some of this in the back up coach or are we looking at the wrong tour for us?

No worry we have support van along with you for whole trip and our guide ll flexible cycling distance, gain...depending on your level of fitness. Normally we ride 50-70km and again not over 2000m. We also have ebike option with surcharge 40USD/day/rental fee

Will we have a separate compartment in the night train to Sapa, if we are booking the double room option for the 2 of us? And will we receive more detailed information after the booking (e. g. how many people will be part of the group travelling with us, the guest houses or name of hotel where we will stay during that week, list of documents and important things to bring along with us etc.).

Is the booking of jedem (selbst gewählten) hotel in Hanoi possible? Wird das Gepäck während der Tour im Beiwagen transportiert oder muss das Gepäck im Rucksack auf dem Fahrrad mitgenommen werden? Gibt es für die Radstrecken genauere Angaben zu Streckenlänge und Höhenmeter? Um wieviel Uhr werden wir am Rückreisetag wieder in Hanoi ankommen?

Could I get a summary of the cycling distances for each day please and thanks.

Our cycling guides are flexible and can adjust the daily routes based on the group's preferences and fitness levels. On average, the daily cycling distance ranges from 30 to 50 kilometers. However, please note that this can vary depending on factors such as weather conditions, road conditions, and the specific itinerary.

Can you do this ride on the 20th December? We arrive in the early evening on the 19th so can't book the 19th tour.

Yes, you can go ahead to book tour on 20 Dec.

Do you offer e-bike options? How strenuous is the tour, please? Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the "Roof of Indochina"

We have ebike option with surcharge 50USD/day. Our tour is flexible depending on your pace and it normaly ride 50-70 km a day, gain around 300-500

What will be the charges if I go forward as an individual travel for this trip?

The cost wll be 1897USD/person with all inclusive. If that date we have other people to join the cost will be 1397USD/person

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Day 1
Hanoi to Sapa
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Hanoi, Vietnam (your hotel in Hanoi, 08:00 - 08:05)
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Sapa
Day 2
Sapa
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Dinner (Welcome dinner over Northern Vietnamese cuisine)
Included Activities
- Tour briefing and bike fitting
- Welcome dinner over Northern Vietnamese cuisine
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- Breakfast in Sapa
- Stroll through tribal markets
- Explore side streets of Sapa town
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Sapa to Lao Cai to Sapa
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- Cycling approximately 30 km downhill from Sapa
- Photo stop at border bridge to China in Lao Cai
- Back country cycling with climbing sections
- Dinner with Hmong-inspired cuisine
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Sapa to Than Uyen
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- Cycling climb to O Quy Ho Pass
- Cycling 20 km descent from O Quy Ho Pass
- Gently undulating ride to Than Uyen
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O Quy Ho Pass
Than Uyen
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Than Uyen to Nghia Lo
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- Mostly downhill route to Nghia Lo
- Lunch during ride
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Nghia Lo
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Nghia Lo to Mai Chau
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- Cycling through villages and over challenging pass
- Ferry crossing across lake
- 6 km climb out of Do River valley averaging 5%
- Transfer via support vehicle to Mai Chau
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- Optional cycling to Moc Chau with 700 meters altitude gain over 20 km
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Do River valley
Moc Chau
Mai Chau
Day 7
Mai Chau to Hanoi
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- Access to hotel pool and massage facilities
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- Gentle trekking into nearby countryside
- Mountain biking around Thai minority villages
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Mai Chau

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Sapa

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Sapa

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Sapa
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O Quy Ho Pass
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Do River valley
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Sonny
July 1st, 2025
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Hello, We did the Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the "Roof of IndoChina" from 05/06/25 to 11/06/2025. Initially we...
Hello, We did the Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the "Roof of IndoChina" from 05/06/25 to 11/06/2025. Initially we had booking troubles and were told by Tour radar operator that the tour is overbooked (we later realised we were the only couple for the entire tour). After multiple attempts Tourradar was able to contact the local tour operator "Bravochina" to confirm the just handful of days before the tour started. We had to pay the increase flight fares for booking last minute however we were still stayed positive for the tour ahead. The communication from Bravochina was poor and minimum. The overnight train journey was good however we were never told that we will be sharing the cabin with two other people. We would have happily paid extra for the whole cabin and for our privacy and space. The train conductor almost didn't let us board the train as he wasn't happy that ticket was booked via third party. We were picked by driver at Sapa train station and dropped at the hotel at 7am. The hotel told us we cant check in until 2pm. You cant expect people to do an overnight journey and wait till 2pm without access to toilet and shower. We paid extra for early check in and for upgraded room due to leaking bathroom. Again this was not communicated that we have to wait till 2pm to check in. Our local tour guide was excellent and was knowledgeable. He took us few beautiful villages and we saw raw beauty and amazing Vietnamese locals. We were unable to cycle couple of days due to rain however that's not under anyone's control and we understand that's just how things are during travelling. On our second last day, we were in the car for over 16 hours due to Ferry being non-operational and we had to take a different route. It was evident the ferry would have been non-operational for a while due to low water levels, therefore a lack of coordination and communication led us to this long day, whereby the start and end points were only 72 KM. We missed out on dinner and got to our accommodation close to midnight. Next day there was no communication from Bravochina again and the driver arrived 3 hours late along with seven other people in a bus. Close to Hanoi the driver transferred us to a car and the car dropped us at the wrong hotel. The driver refused to drop us at the correct hotel and we had to get a taxi. This is not to say there were some great moments too such as seeing a fully operational traditional water mill and trying out native fruits straight from the tree. Macau Chau accommodation was good too. Overall this tour has potential to be one of the best cycling tour however poor communication and poor handling has given us a bad experience. The money we paid was not worth the tour. Our first time with both Tourradar and Indochina and we haven't had a good experience. CheersShow more
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Finn Brooks
September 3rd, 2023
5
The Vietnam Cycling to the Sapa tour was a thrilling adventure that took us through some of the most picturesque...
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Willian
November 8th, 2022
5
"I were very happy and pleased with the overall experience"
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Elmo
November 8th, 2022
5
"Bravo Indochia Tours was amazing! This was our first trip using the company and certainly won't be our last! We...
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Eric M.Bowers
October 31st, 2022
5
"High quality bike tours to explore North Vietnam scenic landscapes, real local culture and have lots of fun with...
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Mohamed L. Henriksen
October 28th, 2022
5
"I would thoroughly recommend this trip if you are a competent cyclist, you don't have to be amazing but you probably...
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Antonio L. Anderson
October 28th, 2022
5
The weather during Oct really good and I loved every minute of it. It was a very busy trip but extremely well...
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Mickle
October 23rd, 2022
5
The Bravo Indochina Tours put together a good package - our guide Viet and driver were great guys - friendly and...
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Traveled in September 2022
Brennen Scanlon
October 23rd, 2022
5
We learn that Northern Vietnam has mountains, that both countries are very different but both great , that all the...
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Traveled in May 2022
Keilah Towery
October 23rd, 2022
5
Thanks again to you and all your guides and drivers, this was my first trip with your company and will always...
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Traveled in September 2022

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Michele
Asked on July 21st, 2025
Can you describe the preparations and plans in the event of heavy rains? Should we anticipate rain on most days of the tour? I see two different total daily distance #'s. (50-70 km and 60-100km) can you clarify this? Does day 1 begin with the train ride to Sapa departure at 8:00 PM?
Tour Details
Transport
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written July 2025
  August is the rainy season in Vietnam, but the weather patterns differ greatly across the country. The heavy, persistent rains are much more common in the South. Here in the North, where your tour will take place, rain is possible but not too often. The distances are flexible to cater to your fitness and how you are feeling each day. The 50-100 km range is a general guideline for what's possible. We will tailor the ride's length and daily elevation gain based on your preference, the terrain, and the day's weather conditions. Day 1 of the itinerary begins in the evening with the overnight train from Hanoi to Lao Cai (the gateway to Sapa), which departs around 10:00 PM. We pick up from your hotel in Hanoi around 8:30pm
- M
  Michele
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  Can you tell me how many are currently signed up for this tour Aug 17-23?
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written July 2025
  Now low season there are no other people booking on 17 or 18 Aug. We may arrange the private tour for you.
S
Stephanie
Asked on May 22nd, 2025
Can you please send me further information of the accommodation we will be staying in on this tour? Can you also let me know if an EBike can be arranged for me on this tour?
Accommodation
Transport
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  We can arrange ebike with optional charge 50USD/bike/day. Please find hotel we use below: Sapa: Freesia (Sapa Freesia Hotel), Mu Cằng Chai village H'mong Village Mù Cang Chải, Mai Chau Mai Chau Sunset Boutique Hotel
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Don
Asked on May 15th, 2025
What is the cycling distance
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- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  I ll be 50-70km per day.
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  Don
  Traveler•Written May 2025
  How many beds per room. How many kilometres per day. What is the trip rating. Are there recent review
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  Beds per room: Typically twin, doubles possible on request (subject to availability). Kilometers per day: 50-70km. Trip rating: See product details. Recent reviews: See product details.
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Laura
Asked on March 18th, 2025
Whats the average of the group member so far and how many people joined so far?
Group size
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  So far, there are no other participants booked for this date, but we guarantee departure even with just one traveler.
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Molly
Asked on January 26th, 2025
Is some of this in the back up coach or are we looking at the wrong tour for us?
Age Range
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Transport
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  No worry we have support van along with you for whole trip and our guide ll flexible cycling distance, gain...depending on your level of fitness. Normally we ride 50-70km and again not over 2000m. We also have ebike option with surcharge 40USD/day/rental fee
- M
  Molly
  Traveler•Written January 2025
  Can we wait until the bike fitting to decide about the electric bike?
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  ebike need to book and prepare in advance as limited here
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Russell
Asked on January 9th, 2025
Will we have a separate compartment in the night train to Sapa, if we are booking the double room option for the 2 of us? And will we receive more detailed information after the booking (e. g. how many people will be part of the group travelling with us, the guest houses or name of hotel where we will stay during that week, list of documents and important things to bring along with us etc.).
Accommodation
Transport
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  Russell
  Traveler•Written December 2024
  Is the booking of jedem (selbst gewählten) hotel in Hanoi possible? Wird das Gepäck während der Tour im Beiwagen transportiert oder muss das Gepäck im Rucksack auf dem Fahrrad mitgenommen werden? Gibt es für die Radstrecken genauere Angaben zu Streckenlänge und Höhenmeter? Um wieviel Uhr werden wir am Rückreisetag wieder in Hanoi ankommen?
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  The trip start with picking from your hotel in Hanoi (8;00pm) and tour end at 5:00pm in Hanoi (last day). You can bring all baggage along as we have support van do with your along the whole trip. We can help to book hotel with cost 50USD/room/night. This trip you have cycling guide ride with you and he'll flexible how much you ride per day depending your pace and fitness. Normally 50km and 300-400 gain per day.
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  First night: Overnight on train LIVITRAIN Train (Shared 4 berth carbin) - If you'd like to upgrade private cabin cost 70USD/person. Sapa: Freesia (Sapa Freesia Hotel), Mu Căng Chai village H'mong Village Mù Cang Chải, Mai Chau Mai Chau Sunset Boutique Hotel.
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Sheila
Asked on November 8th, 2024
Could I get a summary of the cycling distances for each day please and thanks.
Tour Details
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  Our cycling guides are flexible and can adjust the daily routes based on the group's preferences and fitness levels. On average, the daily cycling distance ranges from 30 to 50 kilometers. However, please note that this can vary depending on factors such as weather conditions, road conditions, and the specific itinerary.
A
Ana
Asked on October 23rd, 2024
Can you do this ride on the 20th December? We arrive in the early evening on the 19th so can't book the 19th tour.
Price / Availability
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- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written October 2024
  Yes, you can go ahead to book tour on 20 Dec.
J
Jamie
Asked on October 16th, 2024
Do you offer e-bike options? How strenuous is the tour, please? Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the "Roof of Indochina"
Tour Details
Transport
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written October 2024
  We have ebike option with surcharge 50USD/day. Our tour is flexible depending on your pace and it normaly ride 50-70 km a day, gain around 300-500
- J
  Jamie
  Traveler•Written October 2024
  I would be very interested this trip starting on 28th November. I will be a solo traveller. Is it possible to pay a single supplement for a single room.
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Christopher
Asked on October 3rd, 2024
What will be the charges if I go forward as an individual travel for this trip?
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Single supplement
- Bravo Indochina ToursOperator•Written October 2024
  The cost wll be 1897USD/person with all inclusive. If that date we have other people to join the cost will be 1397USD/person
- C
  Christopher
  Traveler•Written October 2024
  Do you have any cycling trips in groups that are gauranteed and that I may be able to join between the dates of 8th Oct - 22nd Oct?

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Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the “Roof of Indochina”

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Hanoi to Sapa

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Sapa to Lao Cai to Sapa

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Sapa to Than Uyen

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Than Uyen to Nghia Lo

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Nghia Lo to Mai Chau

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