
Theme : Active exploration
Start/ finish : Ha Noi/ Da Lat
Day 1: Fly from Hanoi to Hue, the old capital of Vietnam and a UNESCO world’s heritage site. Begin the warm-up ride to the explore the Imperial City
Day 2: Today we cycle through the countryside of Hue and discover the monuments, including the Royal tombs of Tu Duc & Khai Dinh King, Mandarins’ garden houses, and temples. Enjoy the boat cruise on the Perfume River to visit the most revered Thien Mu Pagoda. Dinner is hosted at the home of a former princess.
Day 3: Ride along the quite road toward Da Nang, passing endless rice fields, royal-styled ancestral tombs and worshipping houses. We’ll climb the cloudy mountain pass and view the coastline of the East Sea before retreat to the riverside resort in Hoi An old town.
Day 4: Take a leisure ride looping Hoi An, leading you through some of the most picturesque rural scenes you’ll see in the country. Walk around the old town to explore the cultural treasures and local daily life with opportunities to try authentic cuisine, shop and visit tailors’ for a suite or dress.
Day 5: Today we have a long journey from Hoi An to Qui Nhon, combining a 2- hour van drive and a bike ride on the ocean road. We’ll bike as much as we wish and capture the views of fishing villages, sand dunes, and salt farms. Enjoy a cocktail and the sunset at your beach resort after this long ride.
Day 6: Continue the coastal ride toward Nha Trang. The ride is quite challenging as we bike on the highway when the back roads !
Day 7: We take an easy day with beach relaxation and spa to refill your energy. Enjoy fresh seafood at the resort or local restaurant.
Day 8: Take the most challenging but beautiful ride as we will cycle from the coast to Da Lat – “the City of Eternal Spring” on the highlands of 4,500 feet and enjoy the views of lush tropical and alpine forests.
Day 9: The last ride offers a good opportunity to explore this former French hill station resort. The loop of Da Lat with rolling hills leads us from the colonial styled central city to the flower farms and serene monasteries in the countryside.
Day 10: Fly to Saigon for your departure or extension connection.