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Cycling Adventure: Exploring Halong Bay and Cat Ba Island from Hanoi

Hanoi, Halong Bay,Cat Ba Island

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Cycling Adventure: Exploring Halong Bay and Cat Ba Island from Hanoi

Experience a unique approach to discover the World Heritage Site on this 3-day tour that combines cycling, trekking, and cruising. From Hanoi, you may see the breathtaking grandeur of Halong Bay, visit unknown fishing towns in the Gulf of Tonkin, and explore the mountainous Cat Ba Island.

Ride through several rural villages, board a private junk floating on turquoise sea to see countless limestone islands and caverns of all sizes and forms, and take in the breathtaking scenery that you have never seen before on Earth.

                        Highlights
                        Experience wonderful riding through rural communities along the Duong River Dike. 
Visit Dong Ho's traditional folk painting hamlet to learn about the distinct culture and art of painting. 
Explore the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, filled with many limestone islands and breathtaking caverns. 
Join in relaxed kayaking on the blue ocean. 
Cycling in the lovely green and serene environment of Cat Ba Island. 
Hiking up Ngu Lam Peak in Cat Ba National Park for a panoramic view of the island. 
Taste the local cuisine and see genuine traffic.

                    

By Day	Destinations	Activities	Meals
Day 1	Hanoi, Halong Bay	Cycling along Duong River dike from Hanoi to Bac Ninh province. Enjoy...	L
Day 2	Halong Bay, Cat Ba Island	Take half day boat trip to visit Halong Bay, Thien Cung cave and Dau...	B, L
Day 3	Cat Ba Island, Hanoi	Cycling from your hotel on Cat Ba Island, along peaceful and...	B, L

1 Hanoi, Halong Bay

Transfer: Car Bicycle

Activities: Cycling along Duong River dike from Hanoi to Bac Ninh province. Enjoy...

Cycling along Duong River dike from Hanoi to Bac Ninh province. Enjoy the view of the Vietnamese countryside and experience the real local traffic. Stop at Dong Ho Folk painting village.

Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in the morning for a brief 10-minute transfer away from the bustling city center to our bicycle storage facility. Here, you'll prepare and check your mountain bikes for the upcoming 3-day, 2-night journey from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island.
We start with a leisurely ride from Long Bien market to Long Bien Bridge, historically significant for its role during the Vietnam War. Pause at the bridge for a brief introduction to its history and take some memorable photos. Cycling along the Duong River dyke, immerse yourself in the vibrant local life and witness the lush greenery of the surrounding cultivated fields. After 25 kilometers, we'll take a 15-minute rest break to enjoy snacks and refreshments.
Continuing our journey, we pedal towards Dong Ho folk painting village in Bac Ninh province, renowned for its traditional artistry and cultural significance. Here, you'll witness firsthand the craftsmanship involved in producing Điệp paper and natural colors used in these artworks.
After cycling approximately 25 kilometers more, about 1.5 hours, we'll stop at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch. Following lunch, we'll cycle another 10 kilometers through picturesque rural villages before concluding our bike ride at Binh Than Bridge in the early afternoon.
From there, a private van will transfer you to Ha Long port city, a journey of about 2 hours. Should you wish to take breaks along the way, simply inform our guide or driver.
Upon arrival at your hotel in Ha Long, check-in and enjoy free time to explore the surroundings at your leisure.
Dinner will be on your own, giving you the opportunity to savor Vietnamese-style seafood.

🍽️ L

2 Halong Bay, Cat Ba Island

Transfer: Bicycle Boat Tracking

Activities: Take half day boat trip to visit Halong Bay, Thien Cung cave and Dau...

Take a half day boat trip to visit Halong Bay, Thien Cung cave and Dau Go cave. Do kayaking on the turquoise water. Be transfered by ferry from Tuan Chau Harbour to Cat Ba Island. Pedaling in the middle of untouched Cat Ba National Park. Trekking to Ngu Lam Park if you are strong enough.

Begin your day with an early wake-up to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the bay and enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
Your private car will then transport you to the pier for a half-day boat excursion in the stunning Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site. At 7:30 AM, board a traditional junk boat and cruise through the emerald waters, passing by over 2,000 limestone islands. Explore Thien Cung Cave and Dau Go Cave, followed by kayaking in the turquoise waters. Return to the boat for a delectable seafood lunch as you cruise back to the harbor, concluding the morning at approximately 11:15 AM.
Afterwards, your private car will take you to Tuan Chau Ferry Terminal for a ferry ride to Gia Luan Port on Cat Ba Island, a scenic journey of about one hour. Upon arrival, resume your cycling adventure starting from Gia Luan Pier. Cycle along a winding road towards Cat Ba National Park, passing through lush tropical rainforest where you can listen to the diverse bird songs. For those interested, embark on a short trek to the summit of Ngu Lam Mountain (1.5 hours) for panoramic views of the limestone peaks covered in verdant trees.
Return to cycling for the final stretch to your hotel in Cat Ba town, enjoying breathtaking views of the bay along the way. This concludes your second day tour, leaving you free to explore the islands or relax at the beach.
Dinner will be at your own leisure.

🍽️ B, L

3 Cat Ba Island, Hanoi

Transfer: Car Bicycle

Activities: Cycling from your hotel on Cat Ba Island, along peaceful and...

Cycling from your hotel on Cat Ba Island, along a peaceful and beautiful seaside road, to Cai Vieng Port. Take the ferry from Cai Vieng Port to Got Port. Be transfered from Got Port to Hanoi. Lunch in Hanoi with Vietnamese style food.

Meet our guide at 8:00 AM in the hotel lobby to begin the final leg of your journey, a scenic 24-kilometer bike ride along the serene coastal roads of Cat Ba Island. Take in the peaceful surroundings as you pedal, savoring the last moments on the island.
Upon reaching Cai Vieng pier, board a ferry to Got Port where our awaiting vehicle will transfer you back to Hanoi. Enjoy lunch in Hanoi around 1:30 PM.
After lunch, we'll escort you back to your hotel, marking the end of our tour. We sincerely thank you for choosing our services and hope you had a wonderful trip.

🍽️ B, L

Inclusions

Meals

2 breakfasts 3 lunches

Accommodation

Transport

Biking, Car, Boating, Trekking

Included services

Vietnam visa approval letter (Not applied for nationalities in the special nations list of Vietnam Immigration Department. Check on request for details.)
Accommodations with daily breakfast as mentioned
Private transport in air-conditioned vehicles
Quality mountain bikes
Local English-speaking guide
Water & snacks
Entrance fees, performances, boat trips, Kayak & excursions

Exclusions

International flights to/from Vietnam
Internal flights
Domestic flights
Travel insurance
Visa stamp fees
Hotel Early check-in & late check-out surcharge
Personal expenses
Meals not mentioned
Drinks not mentioned
Tips & gratuities for guides and drivers

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