Red River Delta & Mai Chau Cycling

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This itinerary allows us to have the amazing experience and the moment to contemplate the variety of bewitching and scenic beauty, understand the diverse culture, architecture, cuisine between the Viet people in the red river delta and the Thai people in mountainous areas of Mai Chau. Perhaps many of you have traveled to Vietnam and have visited many beautiful sceneries, discovered the diversified culture, tradition of different ethnic group in Vietnam. And you are probably familiar to Viet

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights

Country: 237

Code: VNCL1

Theme:

Experience the best of Vietnam’s Red River Delta and Mai Chau in this 4-day cycling tour. Discover the authentic culture and tradition of the Viet and Thai ethnic groups as you cycle through the stunning countryside, green paddy fields, ancient villages, and picturesque valleys.

Start your journey in Thach That, a peaceful area nestled in the outskirts of Hanoi. Explore the timeless countryside and visit one of the few remaining ancient villages of the Viet people in the Red River Delta area, Duong Lam. Experience an overnight stay in the traditional house of a local family to truly immerse yourself in the culture.

From there, head to the breathtaking mountainous area of Mai Chau, home to the Thai ethnic people. Cycle through the stunning valley of rice paddies, karstic mountains, and the Thai stilt houses. Meet the friendly local people and experience the true Thai culture.

This tour is perfect for those who want to escape the bustling city and discover the beauty of Vietnam’s countryside. Don’t miss the chance to witness the diverse culture, architecture, and cuisine of the Viet and Thai people.

Brief Itinerary:

Day1: Hanoi – Thach That (L,D)
Day 2:Thach That – Duong Lam (B,L,D)
Day 3: Duong Lam – Hoa Binh – Mai Chau (B,L,D)
Day 4: Mai Chau – Hanoi (B)

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Hanoi - Thach That (L,D)

Morning departure for Thach That. After 45 minutes, arrival at Thay Pagoda. You will be fascinated by the unique architecture and intriguing interiors of the pagoda. Especially mysterious is the story about the first Master of this pagoda which dates back a thousand years ago. After we take in the great panoramic view of rice paddies from mountain peak, we get on our bikes and start cycling through local villages, crossing rice paddy fields. Enjoying the ride for about over an hour, we will stop to see the famous pagoda of Tay Phuong and have lunch in a local restaurant nearby. After lunch, we keep riding to the village of Dong Truc. This is a really pleasant route for easy cycling. We cross small bridges, ride along little canals, all the while being greeted by children and farmers, calling on you with nice smiles on broad faces. Arriving at our home stay still early in the afternoon, our guide will introduce you to the family, provides orientation then relax drinking tea and chatting with our host. There is still time to continue enjoying the slow wandering, biking to other villages close by. This evening, we will be treated to various authentic Vietnamese dishes, cooked by the family members.

Day 2 : Thach That - Duong Lam (B,L,D)

If you wish to breathe the fresh morning air of countryside, get up early for a stroll around the village, have fun chatting with the locals. After breakfast, we say farewell to our host, get on the bikes and keep riding to Son Tay. This is where the genuine Vietnam still exists. The old citadel is well preserved; the town is quiet with no tourists. Lightly explore the area then head out for a short ride of only 4 km to the ancient village of Duong Lam. You will find the real image of Vietnam, first at the village entrance, grace by a high banyan tree and tiles roof gate with brick lanes leading you to Mong Phu Temple. This is a beautiful old temple where villagers seriously worship and celebrate ceremonies to honor the Ngo Quyen and Phung Hung kings, who were born from this village. We enjoy cycling around, go through narrow mossy lanes and stop to visit an old house, having tea and cake with the owners. Our lunch will be servered at the local restaurant. After lunch, we take the bike around villages or free and easy walk. Tonight enjoy the dinner with the family. Overnight in homestay in Duong lam village.

Day 3 : Duong Lam - Hoa Binh - Mai Chau (B,L,D)

Moring depart by vehicle for Mai Chau, we will drive through picturesque scenery with stunning views of the northwestern mountainous area. Mai Chau located in Hoa Binh province, approximately 135 km from Hanoi is surrounded by a green valley with a patchwork of rice paddies and stilt houses. The area is home of many ethnic minorities, including the Muong and the Thai. The friendly team of the local Thai ethnic minority will warmly welcome you to the Mai Chau Lodge. Afternoon, we get familiar with the bike and start 2-hour easy cycling tour through the beautiful valley of Mai Chau. We will have a lot of chance to see the local hill tribes pursuing their daily routine, such as planting/harvesting rice, herding buffalos or building houses. Tonight enjoy dinner at the lodge accompanied by a traditional local Thai dance performance. Overnight in Mai Chau Lodge.

Day 4 : Mai Chau - Hanoi (B)

After an early breakfast, we will enjoy around 2 hours riding tour through the beautiful valley of Mai Chau. we will meet the local hill tribes pursuing their daily routine, such as planting/harvesting rice, herding buffalos or building houses. After lunch. In the afternoon, transfer back to Hanoi. End of service.