Taste of Ho Chi Minh Trail
Day 1: Hanoi - Mai Chau
In the morning we take a short bus drive the Ho Chi Minh Trail Museum on the outskirts of Hanoi. The museum is a great place to learn about the historic trail which we will ride on. After the visit to the museum we will jump on our Minsks and spend sometime to get familiar with the bikes.
Now, let’s begin our adventure. We will ride on Highway 6 passing extensive farming lands comprising a sea of paddy fields split by tree-lined roads punctuated by limestone karst scenery.
After a light lunch in Hoa Binh Town, the capital of Hoa Binh Province, we cross two short mountain passes then descent to the mountain valley settlement of Mai Chau. Dinner and overnight in a stilt house of the Thai people.
Summary:
Distance: 140 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home stay in village
Day 2: Mai Chau – Canh Nang – Cam Thuy – Khanh Village
Say goodbye to the villagers we then head south on a beautiful winding road which follow the banks of the Ma River. After 2 hrs riding along the river we have a stop to see Fish Ferry Stream which is a great mystery of nature. It is a stream with thousand of big fish peacefully swimming in sallow water. We jump into Ho Chi Minh Highway and head to Khanh village, which is home to Muong ethnic minority. Diner and overnight in a local house.
Summary:
Distance: 160 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home stay
Day 3: Khanh Village – Nho Quan – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Hanoi
After breakfast at the home stay we ride to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital on Vietnam which date back from 9th century. After here we have a stunning ride on village road to Tam Coc, the well-known “Halong Bay on the rice field”. We will have a relaxing boat trip on river. Lunch in Tam Coc. After lunch we ride back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi around 5.30pm.
Summary:
Distance: 175 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
Highlights
• Awesome scenery
• Home stay in villages
• Beautiful quiet road
• All inclusive
PRICE (Per person)
Valid to 30Sep2009
1 person: US$ 835 US$ 714
2 persons: US$ 508 US$ 435
3-4 persons: US$ 399 US$ 342
5-6 persons: US$ 312 US$ 268
7-8 persons: US$ 275 US$ 236
From 9 persons: price on request
Upgrade to 175CC or 250CC Yamaha, Honda: US$30/motorbike/day
Inclusion:
• Support vehicle
• Minsk motorbike 125 CC
• Helmet
• Gasoline for the ride
• English or French speaking guide
• Home stay permission
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Water & Snacks
• First-aid kit
• Entrance fees & Sightseeing fees
Exclusion:
• Travel insurance
• Visa
• Air-tickets
• Tips
• Personal expenses, beer, souvenirs
Note: Our support vehicle is for emergency and for your safe riding in Vietnam - Most of other tour operators do not offer that. Our trip cost, hence, is a bit high for that reason.
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