Hanoi to Saigon
Bike tour in Vietnam | 13 days Hanoi to Saigon | US$2150
Hanoi - Hue - Hoi An - beautiful coastlines - back road route - Saigon
Vietnam is a place that has become so much a part of Western culture that it remains a 'must see' for many people. While this existed mostly from the Vietnam War experience, Vietnam now attracts visitors for its vibrant culture, long history, village life and great travelling experiences. And, of course, cycling Vietnam is the best way to explore this country dominated by two wheels.
One of Asia's classic cycling journeys, riding from Hanoi to Saigon seems to have captured the travelling world's imagination so much so that even people not interested before in cycling tours have taking up the ultimate way to travel. Our Hanoi to Saigon is unashamedly a coastal journey and what makes it different from other tours is that with Grasshopper you will ride from hotel to hotel without ever transferring in the bus. We have designed an amazing back roads route that avoids Highway One for all but 60km of the 500+km of the ride.
With thousands of kilometres of stunning beaches and dramatic coastal roads as well as some of the freshest seafood going this trip is an indulgent experience. We are never far from a beach and stay in comfortable hotels to make this trip our most cushy adventure tour.
Itinerary
Days 1-2 | Hanoi
After arriving into Hanoi take to the countryside tracks just outside Hanoi for a warm up ride. On the evening of Day 2 fly south to the ancient city of Hue.
Day 3 | Hue
Explore the former capital of Vietnam on two wheels including a visit to the Forbidden Purple City and emperor's tombs.
Days 4-6 | Cycling to Hoi An
Cycling up and over the famous Hai Van Pass, the geographic north-south divider of Vietnam, is a great challenge to take you to picturesque Hoi An where you have a day to enjoy this historic town.
Days 7-11 | Cycling to Quy Nhon
Taking the coastal route you'll pass beautiful beaches, friendly villages and thousands of waving children. Our route avoids the traffic of Highway One and follows a fantastic route that is unique in Vietnam. In Quy Nhon enjoy a free day on the beach, the perfect way to end a ride!
Days 12-13 | Saigon
After a short flight arrive into Saigon, now know as Ho Chi Minh City, we celebrate the end of an amazing journey down the country. The tour ends after breakfast on day 13.
Facts and Information
Style
fully supported cycling
Inclusions
support vehicle, local guides, tour leader, most meals, entry fees
Group Size
minimum 4, maximum 16
Accommodation
11 nights comfortable hotel, 1 night guesthouse
Meals Included
12 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 9 dinners
Days Cycling
8
Kilometres Cycled
approx 540km
Bikes
not included - bring your own or rent a Trek mountain bike for US$130
Difficulty
moderate (customer rating: 3.2 out of 5 - the hardest being 5)
Cycling Conditions
We cycle on well made back roads for most of this tour. There are some short sections on well surfaced dirt roads. This is a generally flat ride apart from Hai Van Pass and some undulating coastal roads.
Feedback and Reviews
"Best adventure for me so far!! Great riding, fantastic scenery, fabulous (& healthy) food, loved the local people, very friendly and loved to joke."
- Marrianne, January 2007