Cao Bang is in northeast Vietnam and is an incredible place to visit. It has the magnificent Ban Gioc waterfall, a range of limestone mountains and colourful ethnic minority villages, a jagged Quay Son river and lush rice paddy fields. You'll also find vibrant traditional culture of the ethnic minority.
If you love nature or exploration, the Cao Bang Cycling Loop is the only choice for you.
Our experienced adventure crew will craft the Cao Bang Cycling loop to bring you an interesting and rewarding experience.
As you travel the 280km from Hanoi to Cao Bang, you'll see a picture-perfect view of the region, with a winding road hugging the mountainside and traditional stilts houses belonging to the local ethnic minorities on either side. Tay and Nung.
During the cycling loop, you can explore the magnificent and poetic beauty of the limestone and cloudy mountains. Climb to the top of the mountain to see the panoramic view of the winding Quay Son river and Ngoc Con rice fields, or join the kayaking on the Quay Son stream to the Ban Gioc waterfall. 
Cycling on dirt roads, rugged and rocky terrain, passing along lush green rice fields or concrete village roads, you will experience the simple beauty and everyday life of the ethnic people here.
This exclusive tour will take you from Hanoi to the natural wonderland of Northeast Vietnam with Ba Be Lake and Ban Gioc Waterfall. 
Ba Be Lake is a well-known 50-hectare freshwater lake at an altitude of 145m above sea level. It was created by the confluence of three river tributaries after earthquakes tens of millions of years ago. Meanwhile, Ban Gioc – the world's fourth biggest border-crossing waterfall – is an unmissable attraction. Its picturesque painting of blue sky, great limestone mountains and stunning rice fields are a sight to behold, and you'll also get to experience the daily life.

Join the Snail Adventure tour and create lasting memories that will stay with you forever. Whether you choose to continue with other Vietnam package tours or return home, this tour will leave you with unforgettable moments.
You will also gain a deeper insight into the unique culture and ancient atmosphere of the legendary city. Don't miss out on the chance to enjoy the cyclo tour around the Old Quarter as well as historical attractions that will take you on a surprising journey

Day 01: Hanoi  Cycling Tour Thai Nguyen – Ba Be lake

After enjoying a hearty breakfast at the hotel, we set off to leave the hustling and bustling city behind. Our shuttle bus took us on a two-hour transfer on the newly-built highway in Thai Nguyen. Once we get to the cycling point, we'll start cycling on the tarmac road to an area that's still untouched (safety zones) – a place with a special name: the Vietminh revolutionary base.  We'll be cycling through a lovely, peaceful village and taking in some truly stunning scenery on our way to the far north of Vietnam. You'll have the chance to visit a village that makes paper, and then have lunch in a local restaurant. After recharging our energy, we'll head back on our bikes and cycle on a scenic route that winds its way through a canopied forest and rugged limestone mountain ranges. We'll gear up for some longer distances, snaking along riversides, through rustic villages and down into a beautiful lakeside area where our lakeside bungalow will be located.
Summary:
Activities: Transferring and Warming cycling
Accommodations: Ecohomestay ( private room with econdition)
Meals:L/D
Cycling distance: 86 km

Day 02: Ba Be Bike Tour & Boat

Once you've had a chance to recharge your energy, we'll head out on a lovely bike ride to the boat dock, where we'll set sail on a beautiful journey through Ba Be National Park. As we cruise along the Nang River, we'll discover the magical Ba Be Lake, the breathtaking Puong Grotto, the thundering rapids of the Dau Dang Waterfall, and the enchanting Widow Island. You'll even have more time to explore the lovely Ba Be village!  These gorgeous landscapes will help you unwind with some fresh air and a beautiful green environment, so don't forget your camera to capture some lovely photos! In the afternoon, you'll have the chance to go for a lovely little bike ride to visit Hua Ma cave, which is a huge grotto with thousands of stalactites. We'll be staying overnight in a lovely home-stay right on the river front.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling and Cave exploring, Boat trip on Ba Be Lake
Accommodations: Ecohomestay or Thai Binh Hotel**
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distances: 22 Km

Day 03: Ba Be Lake – Boat Trip and Cycle Bac Me

Wake up nice and early to experience the daily life of the lovely Tay people, who have been the proud owners of Ba Be Lake for hundreds of years. You'll have the chance to wander around the lake and soak up the outstanding scenery.
After breakfast with our lovely hosts, we'll say our goodbyes and set off on a boat with our bikes to explore the tranquil lake and peaceful village in the morning. 
Ba Be Lake is one of the 28 biggest freshwater lakes in the whole wide world, and it's right next to a limestone mountain! It's a whopping 8 km wide and 600 m long! Ba Be is the perfect place for tourists to experience and discover the outstanding scenery and emerald-coloured waters of the lake.
We'll spend over an hour on a lovely boat trip, taking in the stunning landscapes and learning about the diverse flora and fauna in Ba Be National Park.  Once we've disembarked our bikes, we'll be cycling on a lovely concrete road that will take us to the Na Hang reservoir. Then, we'll hop on a second boat for a lovely trip to the Da Vi section.
We'll keep cycling through the gorgeous, untouched region of Na Hang National Park. We'll even challenge ourselves with some steep passes with sharp turns and winding slopes that will take us to Bac Me!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling, Boat Trip and Cycling to Hotel
Accommodations: Bac Me Hotel**
Meals:L/D
Cycling distance:  70 Km

Day 04: Bac Me – Bao Lam – Bao Lac Cycling Tour

We're so excited to be back on our bikes today! We've got a full day of cycling through the gorgeous Gam River region planned. Make sure you recharge your batteries so you're ready for an amazing day of exploring!
Hop on your bikes and head out from the hotel. Our route will take us along a lovely sealed road, meandering gently along the Gam River for 23km to Ly Bon. We've got a lovely, gentle uphill climb before we descend for the final 30km along flat terrain. We'll also get to see some lovely people from the local minority communities along the way, dressed in their vibrant tribal costumes. We'll stop on the side of the road to visit a local market or to learn more about the daily life of the hill tribal people. You'll have the chance to enjoy a lovely lunch along the way! After lunch, we'll continue our journey along the Gam River, conquering a relatively tough pass before descending to the charming town of Bao Lac.
Summary: 
Activities: Cycling
Accommodation: Thuy Duong Hotel
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling Distance: 74 km.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42811827
Distance:    73.8 km
Elevation:    + 2071 / - 1987 m

Day 05: Bao Lac  Bike Ride Khau Coc Tra – Pac Po

Today is going to be a tough and strenuous cycling day on our trip, but it'll all be worth it for the amazing views and incredible sights along the way!
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at a local restaurant, where you can enjoy a hearty Vietnamese breakfast. Then, it's time to head out on your bikes from the hotel. Get ready for a challenging 12 km ride up a steep pass! The route winds its way up the slope and through rugged mountains. Along the way, you'll have the chance to stop and capture some breathtaking pictures in deep valleys or on rice terraces along the hillsides. Then, it's on to the pinnacle of the mountain and a peaceful village.
From here, you'll encounter some long and tough hilly passes. The route then winds its way through rugged and challenging mountains, ranging from three to 15 storeys in height, before descending into a dreamlike valley for a picnic lunch.
Once we've had a chance to recharge our energy, we'll gear up our bikes to challenge the last pass before descending to Thong Nong town. We'll turn on the secondary road and ride on the undulating road that leads to Pac Po village.
Summary: 
Activity: Cycling and Transferring
Accommodation: Me Farmstay
Cycling distance:72 km
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43078401
Distance:    71.2 km
Elevation:    + 2300 / - 2189 m

Day 06:  Pac Po  - Nam Tra – Magic Eyes  Mountain -  Tra Linh  

Today is the first day of the Cao Bang Cycling Loop, and we couldn't be more excited! We'll be setting off on our bikes from the hotel after recharging our energy. Let's get this party started! We're kicking off our pedals and spinning on tarmac road, wind our way along rugged limestone mountains and lush tobacco farms to Pac Po. Get ready for an exciting challenge as we ride up the gentle slope to the Pac Po monument!
The incredible Pac Po is nestled between towering mountain ranges and a sparkling stream, river, and border with China at the 108th milestone! The incredible Hochiminh made the brilliant decision to set up this area for the initial Vietnam Revolutionary.  A visit to this historical relic is a fantastic way to gain insight into the post-Vietnamese Revolution and Hochiminh's life!
After paying our respects to the predecessors and Ho Chi Minh, we get back on our bikes to cycle through a rustic hill tribal village and meander along the border belt to Nam Nhung commune for refreshment.
Our cycling adventure continues on a fantastic variety of terrain, including gravel roads, hidden paths and village roads, which will take us to the incredible Luu Ngoc Commune for a delicious picnic lunch!
Once we've recharged our energy, it's time to hop back on our bikes and embark on another incredible journey! We'll be navigating a scenic route, winding our way through magnificent limestone mountains, lush rice paddy fields, and idyllic rivers. Our destination is Nam Tra village, also known as Magic Eyes Mountain.
Get ready to immerse yourself in a fairyland of majestic nature settings and admire a magical sunset hovering over the mountains! It's an extremely majestic, magnificent, and lyrical landscape you won't want to miss.
Then, leave the tranquil setting behind and set off on a single-track trail winding its way amongst rugged limestone mountains and streams to Cao Chuong village. From there, we'll turn onto a tarmac road that will lead us to Tra Linh town!
Summary:
Activities: Transferring and cycling to Hotel
Accommodations: Duc Long Hotel**
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distances: 67 Km
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46969875
Distance:    67 km
Elevation:    + 1741 / - 1394 m

Day 07: Tra Linh – Trung Khanh – Ban Gioc  Cycling Trip

Get ready for an amazing day! On the second day, we'll embark on our Cao Bang cycling loop. Make sure you fuel up with a hearty breakfast because we're going to have an incredible day of exploring!
Get ready to embark on an amazing cycling adventure from the hotel! We'll be riding on a smooth tarmac road through the town, all the way to an intersection where we'll turn off onto a lovely secondary road. Then, it's time to gear up for a truly enchanting journey through a gently rolling hill road, surrounded by the serene beauty of a canopy forest.
Get ready to be blown away by the incredible scenery and breathtaking landscapes as we ride through the heart of Vietnam's Global Geopark!
Before arriving in Trung Khanh Town, we turn off on a dirt road and single track trail, weaving amongst rustic villages, majestic limestone mountains, breathtaking vistas, lush rice fields and green corn fields, all the way to the magnificent Jade Quay Son River.
Get ready to be blown away by the incredible sights and lush rice paddy fields as we ride along the border, cross the bamboo bridge, and cycle through the quaint villages and rice paddy fields.
Then it's off to the amazing Eco Homestay for lunch! After lunch, we have the amazing opportunity to cycle along the river to the stunning Ban Gioc Waterfall, or we can go kayaking along the beautiful Quay Son River. Then it's time for dinner and an overnight stay at the amazing Ban Gioc Resort!
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42097080
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from hotel - Hotel
Accommodations: Lan Rung Ecolodge
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distances: 72 Km
Distance:    70.9 km
Elevation:    + 1060 / - 1326 m

Day 08: Ban Gioc  Mountain bike Quang Uyen 

Get up early to catch a glimpse of the absolutely spectacular Ban Gioc Waterfall! Ban Gioc is an absolute must-see! It's the world's fourth biggest border-crossing waterfall and is absolutely stunning. The blue sky, the great limestone mountains and the stunning rice fields are a sight to behold, and you can even see the daily life going on.  After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we're ready to hit the road again! We'll be following the border to Hanh Lang town.

Today is another fantastic day for us! We'll conquer some hilly passes and sharp turns on the way. But the best is yet to come! We'll be treated to some truly spectacular sights and landscapes.
The first stage is an amazing undulating route along the river and rice paddies, through peaceful villages. The second stage is really challenging but so rewarding when we conquer three steep passes! And now for something really special! We'll be stopping for a picnic lunch at the third stop. After lunch, we'll cycle down a newly paved road that leads to Quang Uyen Town. When you arrive, make sure you check in and then relax for dinner time!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling 
Accommodations: Hung Dung Hotel**
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distances: 40 - 60Km

Day 09: Quang Uyen  – Tu Do  – Dong Khe – That Khe

Get ready for another incredible day in Cao Bang! We'll be embarking on an unforgettable morning ride to uncover the magical landscapes and enchanting charm of the Non Nuoc Cao Bang Geopark.
Once you've recharged your energy at the local restaurant, it's time to set off on the Cao Bawng Cycling tour from the hotel! You'll cycle through a vibrant morning market all the way to Phi Hai village. The first steep pass will take you out of the town and plunge you into a dreamlike valley that is well worth the wait!
Get ready to be blown away by the incredible, poetic scenery as we cycle along a single path, taking in some truly magnificent sights and charming, rustic villages.
We'll spend our time exploring the amazing Lan Duoi village, a weaving basket village where you'll get to see baskets being made and even try making one yourself!
And now for something really special! We're off to Pia Thap Village, where you'll get to learn all about the traditional way of making stick incense.
Once we've finished exploring the village, we'll get back on our bikes to tackle the incredible pass that takes you to the other side of the mountain. Once you reach the top of the limestone mountain behind the village, you'll be treated to a breathtaking view of Phia Thap village and its surrounding mountains!
Our cycling trip follows a fantastic concrete path across a gorgeous meadow that offers absolutely breathtaking views of lush maize fields and a truly magical fairy-tale landscape of limestone pinnacles covered in vibrant green vegetation, taking us on a journey to the wonderful Tu Do and Hanh Phuc communes. And then, we meet the main road again, and guess what? We stop for a picnic lunch!
Once we've had a chance to recharge our energy, we'll be back on our bikes, cycling on a hilly road that will take us to Dong Khe town!  Upon arriving in Dong Khe, we have two fantastic options! The last stretch is 24km to That Khe, so you can either cycle it or take a transfer to the hotel.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel - Hotel
Accommodations:  Hai Van Hotel
Meals:B/L/D
Hiking Distance; 78 Km

Day 10: That Khe  Cycling Tours Bac Son 

Start your day with a delicious, hearty breakfast at the hotel, then get ready to embark on an amazing bike ride through That Khe Town! We quickly gear up and set off on our first exploration today, ready to tackle the undulating road and meander through the rustic village and stunning rice paddy fields. Once we've warmed up, we'll be off! We'll be climbing the first steep pass, winding along the hillside and tropical forest to the peak.
Get ready to be blown away by the incredible scenery and rugged limestone mountain ranges! And then, we'll have lunch along the way!  After a delicious lunch, we're ready to gear up for the next part of our adventure: Bac Son Town!
The incredible Bac Son is a place with a fascinating history, dating back to the post-Vietnam Revolutionary era of 1930! This area has a fascinating history as one of the first battlefields against the French military in north-east Vietnam.
Today, tourists are blown away by the incredible photo spots where they can take panoramic scenery of Bac Son Valley.
You'll be blown away by the incredible scenery and the charming village life. Cycling through the valley to Quynh Son Eco Homestay villages is a fantastic way to learn about the local culture. Cycling on a back road to the hotel is a great way to explore! We had a lovely relaxing dinner at the hotel.
Summary:
Activities:Transferring and Cycling
Accommodations: Binh Huong Hotel
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distances: 65 Km

Day 11; Bac Son – Huu Lien

Start your day off right with breakfast at home stay! Enjoy a cup of hot tea or coffee on the porch while watching the white clouds hovering over the mountain peaks, covering the Bac Son valley every morning.
Once we've had our fill of breakfast, we're ready to hit the road again! We'll be cycling from Quynh Son village, crossing the rice fields in spring or golden yellow as we make our way to the foot of Na Lay mountain. We leave our bikes at the bottom and set off on an incredible journey on foot to the top of the mountain. The early morning air is crisp and the views of Bac Son Valley are absolutely breathtaking!
We then make our way back down the mountain and continue our adventure by bike through the stunning Bac Son Valley, all the way to the incredible Dong Lam - Huu Lien Nature Reserve. Then it's on to Huu Lien community tourist area for lunch and a well-deserved rest!
The adventure begins in Lang Ben village, where we'll embark on a cycling journey through the fields towards the breathtaking Huu Lien nature reserve. Get ready to immerse yourself in nature! We'll be cycling around the prairie where you'll see lots of horses running and jumping. Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime on the lake bed along the savannah by kayak? The lake bed winds its way through the verdant meadow, leading us towards the vast expanse of the lake. Rowers will have the chance to show off their strength and team skills!
17h00-18h30: Time to head back to the homestay to shower, rest and get ready for a tasty dinner (hill chicken hotpot, grilled spring rolls, and more).
Summary:
Activities:Transferring and Cycling
Accommodations: Phong Son Retreat
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distances: 65 Km

Day 12: Huu Lien - Hanoi  Cycling Tours

After breakfast, it's time to get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! Grab your picnic gear and hop on your bike for a scenic ride to the meeting point on the deserted island. As you step onto the vast green expanse, it's like you're Robinson Crusoe on a deserted island! Spread out the picnic mat and get ready to enjoy a cool afternoon tea together. Now for the best part! Get ready to share and prepare a delicious BBQ lunch right on the meadow. Get ready for a truly unforgettable lunch experience! You'll be treated to a delicious array of local delicacies, including hill chicken from the Tay ethnic group, ethnic pig from the Nung group, and the incredible specialty of sticky rice with braised red leaves. It's a meal you'll never forget!
13:00: Time to head back to your home-stay to shower and rest up before catching the bus back to the buzzing, vibrant Hanoi!
14:00-17:00: It's time to say goodbye to Dong Lam and Huu Lien! You're off to return to your busy life, but don't forget to come back every time you want to meet the clouds and sky, friends!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling and transferring 
Accommodations: By yourself
Meals:B/L/
Cycling distances: 55 Km

Tour include in

English speaking hiking guide ( other languages upon requests)
Accommodations are based on double/ twin occupancy
Meals details in itineraries ( 11 breakfast,  11 lunches, 11dinners)
A/C transfer/ and transportation
Van or bus supported during the cycling times.
Truck supported for the group size from 6 and above.
Trek mountain bikes – 4300  with dist brake and  helmets
Sightseeing excursions as outlined itineraries
Bike tour pump, bike tools, spares tubes, spare bikes
First aid kit
Fruit and snack for cycling days
Cold water box, small fresh towel.
Mineral water for drinking

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
Visa fee in Vietnam ( 25 USD per person upon arrival + 02 passport pictures
Departure  tax

Tip for guide and our crews