Hill tribal visit on wheels - Ref. B2DA

Tour highlights:Northern Vietnam has long attracted adventurers in awe of its vistas, but vastly improved roads have caught the attention of the cycling adventurers. And it's not hard to see why road cycling in Asia is developing: an endless green expanse of climbs and descents, ribbon roads through forests, rice paddies to peaks and cloud-skimming mountain passes. Our road cycling Northern Vietnam trip from Hanoi to Sapa takes riders through the very best of Southeast Asia's next cycling paradise, for a truly unforgettable cycle tour.

Tour highlights: Ha Long Bay Situated in the Gulf of Tonkin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, "Descending Dragon Bay' or Ha Long Bay, is an area of outstanding natural beauty. Approximately 1,553 km2, it includes numerous islets, most of which are limestone and schist. The karst rock formations have developed over 20 million years under the impact of the tropical wet climate. There is huge geographical diversity here, which has led to biodiversity, with ecosystems of salt water-flooded forests, coral reefs, and tropical forests hosting thousands of species of animal and plant life. Evidence suggests the presence of pre-historical human beings in this area tens of thousands years ago. Most of the islets are uninhabited due to the nature of the karst structures. The bay has the aura of an ancient forgotten world; as you journey around the bay seeing the stones from different vantage points their formations appear to change. Spanning the coastline of Bai Chay Beach, the best way to enjoy the bay is to travel out on a junk-styled boat from which you can swim, dive, fish and explore the endless caves and grottoes. This 15 day southeast asian bicycle tour explores the mountainous regions of two magical countries: Vietnam and Laos. Our adventure begins in Vietnam, a land of shimmering rice fields, lush jungles, and radiant beaches. Beginning in Hanoi, we spend our trip exploring the lesser known northwestern region of Vietnam, home to spectacular mountains and valleys. We ride amidst the crests of Indochina’s highest peak, Mount Fansipan, and along the fascinating hill station of Sapa, a colonial retreat created by the French. Crossing into Laos, we cycle riverside where we venture into remote villages far from the tourist track.

Tour highlights: Challenging the mountain biking in Vietnam to conquer the mountainside of fanxipang. Spectacular landscapes and wild nature of the Hoang Lien mountain range and nature reserve.

Tour highlights: A perfect combination of mountain biking, sightseeing and walking. Stunning landscapes of Hoang Lien Son mountain range and Muong Hoa Valley. Stunning landscapes of Hoang Lien Son mountain range and Muong Hoa Valley. Meeting Black Hmong people for discovery of traditional culture and way of life. Visit various local hill tribe villages. Spectacular landscapes of a narrow valley stretching along of both mountainsides mingle with the stream of Mong Sen remote village explore unique culture, custom and way of living of the Black Hmong and Red Zao ethnic people. Beautiful landscapes of Ma Tra valley featured by impressive terraced rice paddies on steep hill sides.

Tour highlights: This amazing journey will take you past Tram Tom or Heaven's Gate to explore the other side of Fansipan and the Hoang Lien Mountains. Usually when Sa Pa is covered by clouds, this side is clear and blue. The newly paved road is 26 km long through one of the most beautiful and inspiring valleys in the North, where you will glide through fresh mountain air to reach the Binh Lu junction. Turning off this main road will add a moderate challenge to your adventure. The sometimes rocky road meanders along the foothills of the mountains through old forest and past villages of the Thai, Hmong and Lu ethnic groups. This area has few tourists, especially to see the vast green tea fields with sweet scents stretching long in the valley appearing like a magical picture.

Tour highlights: A perfect combination of mountain biking, sightseeing and walking. Stunning landscapes of Hoang Lien Son mountain range and Muong Hoa Valley. Stunning landscapes of Hoang Lien Son mountain range and Muong Hoa Valley. Meeting Black Hmong people for discovery of traditional culture and way of life.

Tour highlights: Beautiful, animated and colorful Sunday Market of the hill tribal people with festive atmosphere. Magnificent and stunning landscapes of Bac Ha highland. Boat trip along Chay River. Two Days Cycling trip from Lao cai to Bac Ha has been conducted and offers For those seeking a physically and culturally rewarding experience off the beaten path, this is the perfect trip for you, and with no set departure date it's flexible for those on a tight schedule but looking for an alternative to the more touristy destinations. With visits hill tribe markets and experience the villages of the Black Dzao, Flower H'mong, Tay, Phu La and Nung people. You will have unique experience to discover the stunning scenery and cultural identity of far north Vietnam.