South Vietnam Cycle & Cuisine

Classic or Première Inn to Inn ✦ 10 days ✦ Leisurely ✦ From $3150
Vietnam cycling tours since 1999

Three Tastes of Cycling Vietnam

Experience the vibrant soul of Southern Vietnam on our Cycling and Cuisine Tour, a journey through bustling cities, serene countryside, and the flavors that define Vietnamese cuisine. From exploring Saigon's colorful streets and vibrant markets to cycling through the Mekong Delta and the historic Ho Chi Minh Trail, this Vietnam bike tour offers a unique blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and culinary delights.

Our adventure begins in Saigon, where we'll explore famous landmarks, hidden restaurants, and bustling night markets. We'll even experience the city's vibrant street food scene by Vespa, with experienced local drivers guiding us to culinary gems. We'll then journey to the Mekong Delta, where we'll explore cocoa plantations and rural villages by boat and bicycle, staying in a luxurious resort overlooking the river. Cycling through Ben Tre, we'll discover the "Coconut Paradise" and experience the unique lifestyle of the Mekong Delta.

Our journey continues to the Central Highlands, where we'll cycle through coffee plantations, pine tree forests, and rolling hills, experiencing the beauty of the Vietnamese countryside. We'll explore everyday villages, meet friendly locals, and savor authentic meals along the way. We'll also visit the historic town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and have free time to explore its ancient streets and charming atmosphere. This Vietnam bicycle tour isn't just a trip; it's an exploration of the senses, a chance to connect with the heart and soul of Vietnam through its landscapes, its people, and its unforgettable cuisine. Join us for one of Vietnam's best bicycle tours and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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South Vietnam Cycle & Cuisine
rides: 30 to 65 kms
sleep: boutique inns
eat: best regional cuisine

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Vietnam bicycle tour day by day details

day 1: Saigon Arrival – Urban Exploration & Riverside Charm

Airport transfer to hotel
Free time in Saigon
Welcome dinner

*Chào mừng!* Welcome to Saigon! Your guides will greet you at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and transfer you to our delightful hotel in Saigon's historic riverside district. The afternoon is yours to explore before we reconvene for orientation and a welcome dinner.
Relax: Free to explore until dinner
Eat: Dinner
Sleep: The Majestic

day 2: Saigon – Walking Tour & Vespa Street Food Adventure

Walking tour of Saigon
Exploring markets and shops
Street food tour by Vespa
Visiting a craft brewery

After breakfast, we'll explore Saigon's colorful streets and markets on foot. Our tour includes the Saigon Opera House, Ben Thanh Market, Maison Marou chocolate shops, and the antique shops on Le Cong Kieu Street. We'll recharge with delicious regional cuisine at SH Garden, a hidden restaurant atop an old apartment building. After some downtime at the hotel, we'll embark on a vintage Vespa scooter adventure to explore Saigon's bustling nighttime street food scene. Experienced local drivers will whisk us away to various food stops, culminating at one of Saigon's craft breweries (no self-drive option).
Walk: City walking tour
Eat: Breakfast, Dinner
Sleep: The Majestic

day 3: Mekong Delta – Bike & Boat Exploration

Transfer to the Mekong Delta
Boat and bike tour of cocoa plantations and villages

We'll transfer about two hours to The Island Lodge in the Mekong Delta. Perhaps a dip in the pool before checking in. After lunch, we'll explore cocoa plantations and rural villages by boat and bicycle.
Ride: 6 mi / 10 km, Land: flat & small hills
Eat: Breakfast
Sleep: The Island Lodge

day 4: Ben Tre – Cycling the Coconut Paradise

Cycling in Ben Tre
Exploring the Coconut Jungle

This exclusive bike trek explores the Vietnamese countryside life of Ben Tre province. We'll use local ferries to cross the Mekong River to and from Unicorn Island. We'll discover the intricate organization of the Coconut Jungle, also known as the Coconut Paradise.
Ride: 19 mi / 30 km, Land: flat & small hills
Eat: Breakfast
Sleep: The Island Lodge

day 5: Pleiku – Flight to the Highlands

Free time in the Mekong Delta
Flight to Pleiku

Enjoy a free and easy morning. At noon, we'll check out and transfer to the airport for our flight to Pleiku in the Central Highlands. Upon arrival, we'll transfer to our hotel in the city center.
Travelflight to Pleiku
Eat: Breakfast
Sleep: Hoang Anh Gia Lai Hotel

day 6: Pleiku & Kon Tum – Coffee, Tea & Highland Charm

Cycling to Bien Ho Lake
Exploring coffee and tea plantations
Staying at Hnam Chang Ngah

After breakfast, we'll cycle out of Pleiku towards Bien Ho Lake, passing coffee plantations, tea hills, and pine forests. We'll have lunch en route and reach Kon Tum in the afternoon. Kon Tum is a small highland town known from the war era. Our hotel tonight is Hnam Chang Ngah, a development center for young adults from rural ethnic minorities.
Ride: 30 mi / 50 km, Land: hilly
Eat: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sleep: Hnam Chang Ngeh

day 7: Kon Tum & Phuoc Son – Mountain Valleys & Ho Chi Minh Trail

Cycling through mountain valleys and forests
Riding sections of the Ho Chi Minh Trail
Visiting hill tribe villages

After breakfast, we'll enjoy a full day of riding through rolling hills and stunning scenery. We'll transfer out of Kon Tum City, passing through mountain valleys and thick forests adjacent to national parkland. The route includes sections of the famed Ho Chi Minh Trail. Hill tribe villages dot the landscape, and we'll stop for lunch at one. After lunch, we'll continue riding until sunset and then transfer to Phuoc Son, overnighting at a local guesthouse.
Ride: 36 mi / 60 km, Land: small hills
Eat: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sleep: Be Chau Giang Hotel

day 8: Phuoc Son & Hoi An – Coastal Bound

Cycling through mountain landscapes
Transfer to the coast
Cycling to Hoi An
Farewell dinner

After breakfast, we'll enjoy our last full day of cycling. We'll cycle uphill and downhill through the mountains, passing green hills, jungles, and sparse villages. We'll enjoy rolling hills and lush scenery as we leave Phuoc Son. Support vans will be available. We'll have lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we'll transfer toward the coast, then cycle the leisure path along the sea to our hotel in Hoi An. We'll check in and rest before our farewell dinner.
Ride: 36 mi / 60 km, Land: flat
Eat: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sleep: Boutique Hoi An Resort

day 9: Hoi An – Free Time

Walking tour of Hoi An
Free time

After breakfast, we'll take a walk around Hoi An's historic town center. The rest of the day is yours to explore at your leisure.
Relax: Morning walk then free time
Eat: Breakfast
Sleep: Boutique Hoi An Resort

day 10: Departure – *Tạm biệt!*

Transfer to Da Nang International Airport
Departure

Enjoy free time until your transfer from your Hoi An hotel to Da Nang International Airport for your departure flight. *Tạm biệt!*
Travel: Shuttle to airport
Eat: Breakfast

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Whatcha gonna get

Expert local bilingual guides
Entrance and activity fees
Handpicked lodges, ensuite rooms, double occupancy
Daily breakfast, lunch, snacks*
Dinners featuring fine local cuisine*
Unlimited drinking water**
Support van for baggage and lifts
Free use of bicycles
Airport pick up & drop off

*as noted in itinerary
**during activity

Getting there

The South Vietnam Cycle & Cuisine meets at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Ci Minh, Vietnam and ends at Da Nang International Airport in Danang, Vietnam

Guests should plan their flights to arrive in Ho Chi Minh before 12:00 (noon) on Day 1 of the tour and their departing flights after 10:00 (10 am) on Day 10.

Ho Chi Minh Airport code: SGN Danang Airport code: DAD Local Time: GMT+7

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A little prep goes a long way! All travelers need a valid passport, and some may require a visa for Vietnam. Check with the nearest embassy ahead of time so you can breeze through immigration and straight into adventure!

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Insider Tip: Tour is available year round. October through February is winter with cooler temperatures and no rain.

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Première Inns: $3150 per person, double occupancy
Single Room: +$650 Deposit: $300

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