
Exploratory Bicycle — Hanoi - Mai Chau (5 days)
Trip Code: HB4
DAY 1 — Hanoi - Ninh Binh
An early departure from Hanoi for the rural town of Ninh Binh. An hour out of town you start to cycle to Ninh Binh on country back roads. After 30 km’s get aboard your bus for the final drive to Ninh Binh.
DAY 2 — Ninh Binh
This morning start to cycle ride to Tam Coc where you will take a boat to and through the caves, past spectacular cliffs, rural villages, and farming communities. After which you then cycle through the country side of Hoa Lu, the former capital and soak up the friendly atmosphere of rural Vietnam.
DAY 3 — Cuc Phuong National Park
A 21km bicycle ride will take you through striking rural scenery to the village of Kenh Ga. Explore the still undiscovered area by boat and meander past cliff side homes and be charmed by the waving children. After lunch drive/cycle to Cuc Phuong National Park. Visit the Cave of Prehistoric Man where locals still pay homage to prehistoric artifacts that have been found in the cave. Visit the Primate Rescue Center before settling in for the night.
DAY 4 — Mai Chau
Start to cycle from Cuc Phuong on to Mai Chau. Your guide will advise when you will need to get aboard your bus. Arrive Mai Chau and meet the family before settling into your home stay. At leisure walk around the villages and check out the locally made hand crafts, ideal gifts for family & friends back home.
DAY 5 — Hanoi
Spend the morning cycling around the surrounding area before boarding the bus for the drive back to Hanoi.
Can depart anytime when minimum of 4 is reached.
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