0Cycle through the beautiful countryside of Ninh Binh province, learn how locals live, from farming to feasting, and enjoy a cruise through Vietnam’s largest wetland, Van Long Nature Reserve, where the newly-released blockbuster Kong: Skull island was filmed!
After overnight in Ninh Binh, set sail to the “Bay of Descending Dragons” – Halong Bay, and cruise to Dao Tung Lam Bay where you will enjoy a delicious lunch in one of the world’s most iconic landscapes.
With this tour you can:
- Choose your own departure date
- Select the comfort level of accommodation
- Adjust activities to cater to special interests
- Modify any aspect of the tour as needed
Highlights
- Enjoying the spectacular natural beauty and karst mountains of Ninh Binh – the “Halong Bay on Land”, where the newly-released blockbuster Kong: Skull island was filmed
- Cycling through verdant rice paddies in remote rural areas surrounded by stunning mountains
- Rowing through caverns that cut their way through mountains along the river
- Exploring the endless jade-green waters of Halong Bay by private junk boat
What's Included:
- Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast
- Other meals listed in the itinerary
- Expert English-speaking local guide
- Tours as mentioned and air-conditioned transfers
- Sightseeing and permit fees during guided times
- Boat cruises and rides while on tour
- Service charges and government VAT tax
Itinerary ideas
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Meet your guide and driver in Hanoi in the morning and travel to Ninh Binh Province. This area is often called “Halong Bay on land” because of its similar beautiful limestone formations rising from green rice fields and rivers. After a two-and-a-half-hour drive, you’ll arrive in Gia Van District. Switch to a bicycle and ride through rice fields to Van Long reservoir area. Visit a local village, learn about farming activities like planting and harvesting, and try your hand at traditional cooking.
Then, head to a local family’s house for a cooking demonstration and enjoy a meal with them. In the afternoon, take a boat ride in Van Long Nature Reserve, with its scenic wetlands and rolling hills. Capture the beauty with your camera.
Stay overnight in Ninh Binh.
Please note:
Northern Vietnam has two main rice-growing seasons: Feb – Jun and Jul – Sep. Other farming activities happen from Oct to Feb.
Be ready for rain or heat in the summer; bring a hat and stay hydrated. -
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You’ll leave Ninh Binh early to drive to Halong, a coastal port that’s about four hours away. Once you arrive, you’ll hop on a boat for a cruise in Halong Bay. This beautiful area has around 2,000 islands and towering limestone cliffs covered in greenery.
During the cruise, you’ll stop at Dao Tung Lam Bay for a tasty lunch with traditional Vietnamese dishes. Then, you’ll sail to Ga Choi Island, known for its shape resembling two roosters fighting. Take in the stunning views of the limestone formations and visit Paradise Cave, a large cavern with impressive rock formations.
Relax on the boat’s deck, enjoy some cocktails, and soak in the scenery before heading back to Tuan Chau Marina. Your journey back to Hanoi will get you there in the early evening.
Note:
Plans may change due to weather conditions.
Accommodation options
The price in the itinerary includes the suggested accommodation, but Vietnam Private Tours can be customized to fit your preferences and budget. A specialist can help you choose the best accommodation option for you.
Booking Policy
We'll help plan your trip based on you like and want to do. We know a lot about the place you're gomg. so we can give you good advice. WIIether you're into history, food, or culture, ue'll make sure your trip is just right for you. With us. your travel will be easy and fun!
We'll help plan your trip based on you like and want to do. We know a lot about the place you're gomg. so we can give you good advice. WIIether you're into history, food, or culture, ue'll make sure your trip is just right for you. With us. your travel will be easy and fun!
We'll help plan your trip based on you like and want to do. We know a lot about the place you're gomg. so we can give you good advice. WIIether you're into history, food, or culture, ue'll make sure your trip is just right for you. With us. your travel will be easy and fun!
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What our clients say about us
John
2 May 2024 ★★★★★What a great way to see more of Vietnam! Our tour guide Linh looked after us well and knew a lot about Vietnam. The bike ride was tough for us beginners but we managed to finish it. The team was always patient and made sure we were safe. Big thanks to Linh and the team for going the extra mile! If you get to go with this team ask them for food recommendations!
Jeremy
28 April 2024 ★★★★★We had a fabulous time on the cycling tour from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and Phuket with Amazing Bike Tours company. Our tour guides TOM in Bangkok and Chiang Mai were fantastic, and I want to thank TUK in Phuket for taking such good care of me. This experience will always be special to me.
Steven
23 April 2024 ★★★★★I booked Cycle Thailand to Cambodia in 2023. Stephen at Amazing Bike Tours was excellent, very helpful, responsive and knowledgeable. In particular, our local tour guide Tom was outstanding. He was essential to connecting with local village people, visit remote villages, and explore exotic food. Can't wait for my next adventure
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16 April 2024 ★★★★★We had a great time biking through the Mekong Delta and Angkor Wat. Bob was a fantasic tour guide who took us through Angkor Wat and showed us a different side of the delta in his own way. We visited temples and a floating market many delicious snacks. It was really fun ! A great tour !
Alex Boshoff
19 April 2024 ★★★★★Our Thailand Vietnam Bike Tour was very well managed. The teams took great care of us, they support van was always available when needed. The food was excellent. We loved all the restaurent. The accommodations were great, offering a variety of options from resorts to boutique hotels to city hotels, all of which were comfortable. Biking on and off-road was enjoyable. The people in both countries are warm, welcoming & kind. The experience in the Mekong Delta was fantasic. We definitely recommend this trip.
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6 May 2024 ★★★★★We had a great time biking through the Mekong Delta and Angkor Wat. Bob was a fantasic tour guide who took us through Angkor Wat and showed us a different side of the delta in his own way. We visited temples and a floating market many delicious snacks. It was really fun ! A great tour !
Scott
5 May 2024 ★★★★★We spent 12 days with Amazing Bike Tours from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh via Battambang. Our tour was perfectly tailored to our route and physical condition and on the last day, we were safely transported to our beach accommodation in Sihanoukville. The organization was flawless from start to finish. The accommodation was also comfortable, allowing us to rest well after eventful days. The tour provided great value for money. The experiences were unique and could fill two vacation reports! The bikes were perfectly adjusted to our needs, with well-maintained gears and brakes. If there was a minor issue, the guide promptly addressed it. The minivan support was modern and very comfortable. The driver was excellent and we felt safe! Besides the visual impressions, we learned a lot about the country and its people.
