9 Day  Cycling tour in Northern Vietnam will offers one of the best spectacular way to explore real Vietnam Red River delta and breathtaking scenery  by your own way. 
Our Vietnam Bicycle tours start from Hanoi – Cycle on asphalt road to Halong Bay and our journey continues to  Cat Ba  National Park-  Tam Coc Scenic beauty , Trang An nature complex beauty – Cuc Phuong national park. Whilst cycling from Tam Coc – Pu Luong – Mai Chau, you wil immerse yourself magnificent nature, mysterious hilltribes' and misty valleys.
Actually Cycling on scenic route, single track trail to admire the tranquil villages,  offering a chance to get “off the beaten track”, visit fishing villages and discover the secrets of the sea. while cycling on scenic route through delta, you will be rewarded by lush mountain range, breathtaking scenery . Stop on the way to visit the National Park to learn about the diversity of fauna and flora of the tropical forest. 
Our cycling journey continues on tarmac road before conquering at least two steep passes on the way down to Cat Ba and Cuc Phuong National park. Moreover, cycling in rural area of Tam Coc area is worthwhile, you will have different images of rural area of Vietnam .passing lush green rice paddy, meeting and talking with friendly people on the way or visiting in magical temples to learn about its background. 

Day 01: Hanoi – Bike Tours to Ha Long Bay

Warmly greeting to join 9 Day Bicycle tour in Northern Vietnam with Snail Adventure Tours.
Our supported Vehicle takes us to Halong Bay via Hai Duong, on the way you have good chance to explore and admire the vast rice paddies in Northern Vietnam. 
Upon arrival in cycling point, fix your bike and check the gear, learn the safety codes on the road of Vietnam. We kick off our pedals to start Hanoi – Halong Bay Bicycle tours cycling through countryside, passing many peaceful villages, along the bank of River, meeting school kid on the way with big sound Hello you. Or you can stop in local market to meet friendly people and learn about their daily life, local productions. 
We cycle to Phu Lang Traditional Ceramic Village where you can capture skillful hand made paitings, pottery, vase.. especially, you are captivated by ceramic painting with different motifs and subjects.. Our Ha Long – Cat Ba  cycling tour continue to ride along the bank of the river and turn off to village road to break point. We meet again bus and transfer to Halong Bay. Upon arriving at checking point, we meet our cruise team to check in. 
This exciting five hour cruise will provide us with a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3, 000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karst formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. Stay overnight on the Junk Cruise.
Summary:
Activities: Transfer 1 hours, Cycling and Boat Trip
Accommodation: on cruise
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 45 km

Day 02: Halong bay Gia Luan – Cat Ba National park

7.30 – 08.00 : Enjoy fresh air & gentle breeze of the bay in morning. Have breakfast on board.
08.30 – 09.30 : Free time for swimming & relaxing.
10.00: Check out of the cabin. Start cruising towards the harbor while an A la carte lunch is served. We change day boat trip to Gia Luan wharf. . Our bike is already for you once you arrive. We start amazing second day Ha Long Cat Ba cycling from Gia Luan through Cat Ba National Park back to the Town, on the way we conquer some steep passes. However, you are rewarded by captivating scenic beauty and thrilling soaring mountain. Arriving in Cat Ba town, you are free to explore the town or go to swim on beach. Have dinner and stayover night in Cat Ba
Summary:
Activities: Cycing and Boat Trip
Accommodation: Cat Ba Sun Spa Resort
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 45 km

Day 03: Cat Ba Bike and Hike

After recharging energy from hotel, we kick off our bikes to challenge few kilomete ascent out of the town. on the way we conquere three passes before plunging into  to Cat Ba National park. Upon arriving in Park, we leave the bikes and trekking inside jungle to discover the biodiversity values of national park and climb on the peak to take overview of Cat Ba and Halong Bay as well. Riding bike back Town by another hilly road. Have lunch enroute, have free time in afternoon. Dinner and stay overnight in Cat Ba town.
Summary:
Activities: Cycing and Hiking Trip
Accommodation:  Cat Ba Sun Spa Resort
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 27 km

Day 04: Cat Ba – Cai Vieng – Hai Phong – Tam Coc.

After refueling energy for new day cycling adventure tour in Northern Vietnam, we hop on our bikes to challenge few kilomete ascent out of the town, we continue cycling on same road for 16 Kmn on Island. Upon arriving section, we turn left and follow seashore wind its way along the mountain and ocean to Cai Vieng Commune and Viet Hai fishsauce villages. We take public ferries before landing on Hai Phong city. Arriving in Dinh Vu international sea Port, Have lunch in seafoods restaurant. After lunch time, we take short transfer to avoid busy traffic to Tam Coc. After two hour transfer by supported vehicle. We arrive in Hotel. Do check and cycle gently on village road and single track trail rice dappy fields.
Summary:
Activities: Cycing and Transferring
Accommodation:  Tam Coc Hidden Charm Hotel
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 55 km

Day 05: Tam Coc – Trang An – Cuc Phuong

Another  wonderful Tam Coc – Cuc phuong Bicycle day tour start cycling from Hotel to  expose all highlight of sightseeing, landscape and natural heritage on Ninh Binh “Halong on Land” before riding to Cuc Phuong National Park. Breakfast in Hotel. We commence to Dinh and Le Temple, pay visit and learn about great contribution of two geat men who led Vietnamese people revolted against rebel forces and united country in Nine century. Another king has been known as a great National Hero and clear-minded king, who had reinforced his reign and built his country powerfully.
Our journey continue through rural villages, picturesque ranges of limestone mountain dotted with rice paddies. Take a three-hour boat trip to explore Trang An Natural beauty complex – newly designated Natural World heritage site. Having enroute. Afterlunch, we keep riding along Hoang Long river bank to Cuc Phuong – National Park. . upon arriving, check in and relax by yourself. Have dinner and stay overnight at Cuc Phuong Resort and spa or guesthouse.
Summary:
Activities: Cycing and Boat Trip
Accommodation: Cuc Phuong Resort and Spa****
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 78 km

Day 06: Cuc Phuong – Pu Luong

Following to breakfast in Hotel, the shuttle bus take to bottom of National Park, you will enjoy peaceful atmosphere and discover the biodiversity values of national park, We starting new day with Cuc Phuong – Pu Luong cycling route by kicking off our pedals on back road to Central Gate where you leave the bike and visit the Endangered primates Rescued Center.
The endangered Primates Rescued Center is a perfect place to see many kinds of rare primates such as Langur, Gibbon and Loris all over Vietnam, many of them are under threat of extinction.
After visiting, we continue to bike tours on tarmac road to Nho Quan and then turn off on single track to Ho Chi Minh Trail, Turn right in Cam Tu Commune and keep riding on scenic road lead to pu Luong Nature Reserve.
Summary:
Activities: Visiting and Cycling
Accommodation: Pu Luong Boutique Garden
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 80 km

Day 07: Pu Luong – mai Chau

Get up early to immerse yourself in fresh air and stunning rice terrace scenery from ecolodge. Sipping hot coffer and admire sunrise over the mountain. We start our new Pu Luong cycling day from Homestay or Ecolodge. Enjoy brilliant Pu Luong scenery as we cycle through the core of Nature Reserve. 
The first stage of our trip is dramatically hilly whilst asenting on new paved road or dirt track, through Village and Rice tarrace fields. However, you will be rewarded by the incredible scenic beauty of Pu Luong Nature Reserve. 
The sencond stages is descending road. your legs will be free for some distances whilst we cycle the Ho Chi Minh Trai lead to T Junction of Co Luong.
We cycle the back roads through quaint small villages where you can experience Mai Chau close-up including: bamboo factory, and village surrounding like Poom Coong or Lac village. After lunch, we commence cycling on single track trail around Mai Chau Valley.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling Tours only
Accommodation: Mai Chau Sky Resort
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 76 km

Day 08 : Mai Chau Back Road

Waking up you early in the morning by birds and chicken sounding, you will be treated by Thai traditional cake for breakfast with hot coffee and tea. After hearty breakfast, we start Mai Chau cycle tour  through different villages on a mix of good single track paths link from villages to others, the view is stunning as the ride passes and cross lush rice paddies./ Unique to this area are fan palms, grown specifically to use for roofing . 
We pass hot springs, cycle cross suspension bridges and follow the contours around beautiful terraced rice fields. 
We stop for lunch en route in local family. After lunch, we cycle back road, single tracks, buffalo trails through terraced rice fields and bamboo forest and Bamboo chopstick production workshop and cycle back road to Mai Chau town. Upon arriving. Relax by yourself. Have dinner and stayover night in Hotel / Eco homestay..
Summary:
Activities: Cycling Tours only
Accommodation: Mai Chau Sky Resort
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 56 km

 Day 09 : Mai Chau – Thung Khe – Lo – Muong Khen - Hanoi

Today is our last amazing bicycle adventure tours day in Northen Vietnam, after having hearty breakfast in hotel. Our supported vehicle take short transfer from sleepy Valley mai Chau to the top of Thung Khe. Upon arriving sycling point, setting off our bikes to plunge into Lo Maket for 8 Km.
We turn on secondary road through rice paddy fields, cornfields, Sugar Plantation to tranquil village life. We also cycle on scenic road wind its way along the hillsides and sparely populated region to Man Duc. Have lunch in local restaurant. After meal.Transfer 3hours back to Hanoi, arriving Hanoi at late afternoon
Summary:
Activity: Cycling and Transferring
Accommodation: By Yourself
Meals: B/L
Total Cycling Distance: 65 Km

Note: Hotels  are subject to change due to availability. In that case we will choose aquivalent accommodation
Meals: if you have any specific food requirements ( vegetarian, vegan, food allergies) please inform us in advance so that we can provide notice to our restaurant, tour guide, our partners so that they can server you better. If you are a food lover, Snail Adventure tours can be your culinary guide and provide you opportunity to savor tempting local food and world famous – dishes.

Tour included in:

English speaking cycling guide ( other languages upon requests)
Accommodations are based on double/ twin occupancy
Meals details in itineraries ( 08 breakfast, 09 lunches, 08 dinners)
A/C transfer/ and transportation
Halong Bay Cruise 
Boat transfer to Gia Luan Pier
Van or bus supported during the cycling times.
Truck supported for the group size from 6 and above.
Trek mountain bikes – 4300  with disc brake and  helmets
Sightseeing excursions as outlined itineraries
Bike tour pump, bike tools, spares tubes, spare bikes
First aid kit
Cold water box, small fresh towel.
Mineral water for drinking
Fruit and snack for cycling days
    
Tour excluded in:

International airfare
Travel insurance
Items of personal nature
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks in meals
Mineral water beyond that supplied
Optional excursions
Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry bills.
Visa fee
Departure  tax
Tip for team and guide