Tucked away in the gorgeous corner of Hoa Binh Water Reservoir, Da Bac Eco-tourism based on Community is a true gem! It boasts unspoiled nature, magnificent scenery, a crystal-clear lake and rustic villages.
The five-day outdoor activities trip is an absolute must! It offers an incredible opportunity to explore the exceptional natural beauty and rich culture of Hoa Binh, the gateway to the impressive northwest area of Vietnam.
This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to experience the real, untouched Vietnam!  Mountain bikers will absolutely love this trip! There's a fantastic variety of trails to enjoy, from great single track paths, undulating rough jeep trails to some climbs that are rewarded with ultimate descents. The ride also passes through many villages and across lush rice paddies.  As we ride in Da Bac, we encounter Muong and Thai minorities, who are our guests in their traditional stilt houses. This is a fantastic opportunity to see how these people live! And there's more! You can also go rafting and swimming in the crystal-clear lake. You'll love the speciality dishes, including rice cooked in bamboo and grilled meat. You can also enjoy watching traditional dancing, music performances (bronze, drums, gongs), and Muong minority singing and dancing.

Day 1: Hanoi Cycle Tour Hop Thinh -  Da Bac – Hien Luong – Xom Bia 

Start your day with a hearty breakfast in the hotel, then get ready for an amazing adventure! Our team and driver will meet you in the hotel and transfer you out of the bustling city. You'll spend over an hour on a transfer to Hoa Lac. When you arrive at the cycling point, get ready for the ride of a lifetime! You'll be riding on tarmac and paved roads, passing lush rice paddies and stunning scenery to a local ferry. And now for something really special! We're crossing the Da River to Hoa Binh Province. We continue our journey on the incredible buffalo-beaten path, immersing ourselves in the stunning rural scenery and vibrant village life. Then it's on to Hien Luong village, where you'll have lunch with a local family! After lunch, we have the amazing opportunity to stroll around an exotic village and learn about the daily lives and customs of the locals. Time to get back on our bikes! We're riding 30km on a dirt road along the lake to Da Bia Eco Homestay Village. Along the way, we'll enjoy breathtaking scenery, including marvellous limestone panoramas and a magnificent lake view. And we'll experience the everyday life and culture of the Muong people! When we arrive at the homestay, we'll arrange our luggage and enjoy peaceful village life. Then, we'll have dinner with the host family and enjoy a traditional music performance with the local village.
Summary:
Activities: Tranasferring and warming up cycling
Accommodation: Ecohomestay
Meals:B/L
Cycling distance: 75 Km

Day 2: Xom Bia –  cycling  - raft rowing and  Boat trip to   – Moc Chau Cycle Tour

Get up early and enjoy the incredible experience of immersing yourself in pristine nature and a peaceful atmosphere. Start your day with a delicious breakfast with your host family, followed by an hour of raft rowing to take in the incredible scenery of the lake. Swimming in crystal-clear water is an absolute delight! Come back to the homestay, check out and start our cycling to the boat dock. Load up our bikes on the boat and head off to Bai Sang. We keep riding on a scenic route to admire stunning nature from another side of the lake. Cycling on good single track paths and undulating rough jeep trails to some climbs that are rewarded with magnificent Moc Chau scenery panoramas. Arriving in the hotel, do check in and relax by yourself. Have dinner and stay overnight in Moc Chau.
Summary:
Activities:  Boat Trip and Cycling from Village - Village
Accommodation: Ecohomestay
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 55 Km'

Day 3: Moc Chau Bike Tour Tea farms – and Peach Valley

Moc Chau is an absolute gem! Located at 1340 metres above sea level, this pristine plateau is one of the most beautiful spots in the north. It's a must-see for everyone, even the most challenging tourists! The road between Moc Chau and Son La is absolutely amazing! It's full of breathtaking scenery and a rich tapestry of ethnic cultures. And there's more! Moc Chau is world-renowned for its green tea and milk production! Cycling adventure tours are the perfect way to explore the incredible scenery, interact with the fascinating hill tribe people and admire the stunning, pristine nature in and around Moc Chau. 
Get ready for an amazing cycling adventure! We'll be departing from the hotel and heading to green tea farms and a tea workshop. Here, you'll have the chance to learn about the fascinating process of making green tea. Then, it's off to a single track, dirt road, where we'll pass by vast green tea farms, colourful flower gardens, and tropical fruit gardens. And there's more! We'll be stopping along the way to taste fresh cow milk and green tea herbs. Our cycling adventure continues with a descent into the stunning Na Ka Peach Valley. Here, we turn off the dirt road and onto a dramatic concrete road that takes us through a truly magical landscape. We cycle along this scenic and peaceful road, immersing ourselves in a world of pure white peach valley beauty. 
When you arrive at the homestay, kick back and relax! Take a stroll around the Hmong village to soak up the rustic charm of village life and take in the jaw-dropping scenery.
Summary:
Activities:Cycling and visiting
Accommodation: Ecolodge
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 65 km

Day 4: Moc Chau Cycle Tour - Hang Kia – Thung Man – Tau Na  - Buoc Vilage

Following a full recharge of our energy levels in preparation for an active day, we depart from our homestay on our bicycles. Our route takes us along a single track dirt road and a concrete road, through a peaceful Hmong village and a peach farm, a tea plantation and an area of herbal plants.  We also interact with local children and hill tribe people engaged in agricultural activities.
Our route continues with a descent into the Tra Linh section, where we diverge from the paved road leading to Pa Co. We then proceed on a scenic and winding road, navigating some challenging inclines before reaching Hang Kia Valley. 
Following an hour of cycling on a scenic route, we arrive in Thung Mai Valley, where local people have been preserving traditional culture and ancient customs of the Hmong Ethnic Minority in daily life.
We then proceed with our cycling trip on a newly constructed concrete road, navigating a winding, challenging route through rugged mountain ranges to Tau Na.
A picnic lunch will be provided en route. Once we have replenished our energy, we will commence the next stage of our journey, which will entail tackling the challenging hilly road and rugged mountainous terrain that marks the boundary between Moc Chau and Mai Chau districts. We will then continue our route along the mountain trail, which will lead us to the peak. Refreshments will be available, including snacks and water, before we descend to the green and stunning valley of Phieng Ve Commune. Upon arrival at our homestay, we will have the opportunity to relax and celebrate the success of the day. Dinner will be served, after which we will retire for the night at Buoc Village.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling back road
Accommodation: Buoc Village
Meals:B/L.D
Cycling distance76 Km

Day 5: Mai Chau Bike Tour Hanoi

Following breakfast, we will collect our bicycles and embark on a cycling tour around Mai Chau. Our route will take us past verdant rice paddies and villages, where we will have the opportunity to interact with friendly local residents. We will then return to Phom Cöön Village for an overnight stay in a local home. After lunch, we will have the chance to explore the village and purchase some of the region's renowned handmade textiles. We will then transfer by road for a three-hour journey back to Hanoi, arriving in the late afternoon.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling and transferring
Accommodation: By Yoursself
Meals:B/L/
Cycling distance: 55 Km

Note: Hotels  are subject to change due to availability. In that case we will choose equivalent  hotels
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 ( 4 breakfast, 5lunches, 4 dinners)
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 disc brake and  helmets
Boat Trip in Da Bac
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
Permission Paper in restricted area

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

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