The best place to learn about Vietnam's Geology, wildlife and discover the daily life of the local people on the bike going through some of many villages along the way.
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Cuc Phuong (L, D, G) In the morning, you leave Hanoi for Cuc Phuong National Park, taking 2,5 hours en route (135 km). Then visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre where we will learn about the park's endangered species. Lunch will be served in the park restaurant. In the afternoon, spending your time (4 hours) on the trek to visit 1000 year old tree and cave of prehistoric man within the park. Overnight in the park guesthouse.
Day 2: Cuc Phuong – Cycling to Tam Coc – Hanoi (B, L, G) After breakfast, we get on the van for a short transfer to the ancient capital of Vietnam - Hoa Lu. Visiting the Dinh and Le temples. Cycling for 12 km, going through villages, limestone mountains where it’s famous for inland Ha Long Bay. Lunch is served at a restaurant in Tam Coc, and then we keep up with our journey on a local row boat for 2 hours passing rice paddies and through the caves of Tam Coc. You'll be driven to Hanoi in the afternoon.
Inclusive
Accommodation room with breakfast at the park's guest house.
The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated.
Bikes.
Boat cruise as programme.
Private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.
Entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the programme.
Meals as specified in the best local restaurants, picnics where suitable restaurants are not available.