Code BT 04 : 5 Days / 4 Nights - Cycle Tour of the Mekong Delta of Vietnam

Hochiminh city - Vinhlong  - Cantho - LongXuyen - ChauDoc

TOUR SUMMARY

The bicycle is a perfect way to discover the distinct scenery of the Mekong Delta the "bread Bowl of Vietnam". The adventure begins in VinhLong  and takes us to the old Khmer temple and lotus pond of Can Tho and the floating market of Phong Dien over water and quiet backroads. Visit the Vietnamese killing fields at Ba Chuc and hike up the Sam Mountain before we head back to Hochiminh city.

RIDING PROFILE

This trip covers 260 kilometres on well surfaced roads. The daily distances are not too long and the terrain is gentle so this trip suitable for most people, but it's advisable to have a modicum of fitness to enjoy the riding! Fast cyclists can ride at their own pace, as detailed directions are available from the leader. Our route is designed to take us off the main roads as much as possible. And we explore scenic back roads on the way to all our destinations. An air-conditioned bus will travel behind the group to support us.

ITINERARY

Day 1 Hochiminh city - VinhLong - Tra On 40 km [L,D] Transfer to VinhLong, Crossing the ferry. Ride from  Tra On An Binh islands.  along tree lined roads. Overnight at home stay in Vinhlong Day 2 VinhLong - Tra Vinh - Can Tho 90 km [B,L,D] Ride  back to Tieu Can to visit old Khmer temple and lotus pond. Then continue to Cantho.  Ride across Hau Giang River to Can Tho.  Overnight at hotel in Cantho. Day 3 Can Tho - Long Xuyen 50 km [B, L, D] Ride to Phong Dien floating market and visit it. Pick up from PhongDien. Tr Continue to cycle to Vam Cong ferry station in afternoon on tranquil back roads . Cross river by small local ferry to Long Xuyen. Day 4 Long Xuyen - Chau Doc 80 km [B,L,D] Ride along traffic free roads close to Cambodian border to Vietnamese killing fields at Ba Chuc. Continue to follow Cambodia border to Chau Doc. Day 5  ChauDoc - Hochiminh city [B,L] Take a morning hike up Sam mountain for views of Vietnam and across into Cambodia. Head back to Saigon a transfer of up to 6 hou rs. Stop at places of interest along the way.

** B - Breakfast; L - Lunch; D - Dinner

TOUR INFORMATION

Total Distance 258 km Number of cycling days Three full days and one half-day Road Surface This tour follows a mixture of well-surfaced roads and the option to go off road onto single track Support One or two air-conditioned minibuses specially rigged to take bikes and bikers. Group Minimum  2 . Maximum 12. Staff Cycling leader for group over 6 persons, English speaking Vietnamese cycling guide, driver/mechanic and assistants. For groups of ten or more an extra local bike guide also joins. Food All meals are included except for the breakfast on Day 1 and dinner on Day 5.

Rate in USD per person Valid to 30 Dec 2016 Currency Converter PRIVATE GROUPS 2 - 3Pax 4-5 Pax 6-9 Pax 10-12 Pax SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 535 395 340 330 70 ACCOMMODATION ON SCHEDULED TOURS (STANDARD ACCOMMODATION) CITY HOTEL STANDARD Vinh Long Home stay Tourist class Can Tho Kim Tho 3 star Long Xuyen Dong Xuyen 3 star Chau Doc Chau Pho 3 star Tour Cost includes: - All hotels (twin share or dorm ) and meals specified - Cycle support by a/c vehicles - Bike hire and spares - All water and snacks while riding - Boat in Cantho and Chau Doc - All entrances to museums and sites mentioned - Vietnamese English speaking guide - Breakfasts and luches as mentioned Tour Cost excludes: - International Flights - Dinners - Visa Fees - Alcoholic, and other beverages in the evenings - Tips for guides. - Personal travel insurance - Any services not mentioned in itinerary