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Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain with a few small hills—all very manageable for people trying their first biking trip.
Walking – 6-10 km (4-6 mi.) a day on country lanes, footpaths and coastal or forest trails, all on relatively flat terrain, perhaps with an occasional hill.
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over terrain that’s relatively flat but will include inclines and the occasional climb or two.
Walking – 8-12 km (5-7 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain, with occasional steeper climbs.
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day in gently rolling countryside, with occasional longer climbs to points that are well worth the effort.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over rolling terrain on a variety of surfaces. Most days, one or two steeper climbs to spectacular viewpoints or places of interest.
Biking – Roughly 50 km (30 mi.) a day in consistently rolling countryside, with repeated climbs and longer options available.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) over terrain that varies between rolling and hilly, with a few steeper climbs.
Biking – 50-60 km (30-45 mi.) a day over both level and tougher, hillier terrain with multiple 100 km (62 mi.) options. The routes are designed for avid cyclists and include plenty of chances to push yourself.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over fairly hilly terrain offering lots of challenges. Routes are along high meadow paths and/or well-maintained cliffside or alpine trails, with a few steep ascents to make you feel invigorated.
Even with its vigorous economic growth, Vietnam is as charming, picturesque and wondrous as the first time we cycled here more than a decade ago. Certainly, the country is thriving, but that just means the roads are a bit better (making our bikes a little happier), and even more luxurious hotels pepper the coast. But the people remain the same: gracious, warm, and infinitely inviting—and you’ll meet a lot of them on this epic journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. In between, take in all the highlights, from the floating markets to the Imperial tombs to endless miles of scenic, colourful country and coastal roads.
B&R Travel Expert Nathan Lane was named Vietnam’s Top Travel Specialist 2019 by Condé Nast. He has spent the last 12 years crafting incredible adventures in this ever-changing country—no one knows it better!
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REQUEST A QUOTEDiscover Saigon like a local from the back of a Vespa. Enjoy a ride behind your driver as you pass by the city’s historic landmarks like the Opera House and Notre Dame Cathedral.
Head to Can Tho where you’ll mount your bikes for a ride along Mekong Canals and past dragon fruit farms. Arrive in Cai Be Town for Sampan ride across the river for lunch.
Witness the fishermen and plantation farmers trade their goods at the Cai Rang floating markets. Pedal a beautiful ride through quiet villages before optional spa time this afternoon.
Cycle the outskirts of Da Nang, passing by dykes and rice paddies. Take a step back in time as you carry on to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An.
Pedal to a local pottery village to try your hand at this ancient art. End your ride with a riverside lesson in Vietnamese cuisine that promises to keep you entertained and well-fed.
Gear up for a ride along coast travelling below the famous ‘Pass of the Clouds’. Visit the Imperial City of Hue to explore the former home of the last Vietnamese Imperial Dynasty.
Ride through quiet rice fields and on riverside paths before ending at the Thien Mu Pagoda. From here, head to a private home for a magical lunch in the courtyard.
Embark on a walking tour of Hanoi followed by a cyclo-ride (bike-propelled rickshaw) along tree-lined boulevards, experiencing the city’s architecture and delightfully chaotic street life.
Rise and shine early this morning for a walk around the lake, where observing the morning Tai Chi is a dream-like scene. After breakfast, we will drive you to the airport for your flight.
Take the road less travelled.
The elegant Park Hyatt Saigon is conveniently located at Lam Son Square in bustling Ho Chi Minh City. The Hyatt’s luxurious Xuan Spa offers a large outdoor swimming pool nestled in a beautifully landscaped tropical garden, relaxing and therapeutic massages, and a well-equipped fitness studio. View hotel website »
Accessible only by boat, this stylish hotel is built on a verdant islet on the Hau River. The rooms were made using local materials, blending in seamlessly with the tropical setting. Facilities include an infinity pool, tennis courts, gym, and pilates studio as well as a yoga and meditation centre to keep you both entertained and zen during your stay. View hotel website »
Located along the scenic Thu Bon River, Anantara Hoi An Resort is only a short stroll from the colourful and bustling Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Touches of French, Dutch, Chinese and Japanese cultures make up the distinct ambiance. The luxurious spa treatments and breathtaking gardens are just the icing on the cake. View hotel website »
This luxurious retreat is located in the peaceful countryside, yet still just 4 km (2 mi) from the centre of Hué. You’ll come to appreciate this after learning that the Vietnamese love to make use of the horns on their mopeds early in the morning! The rooms reflect the Vietnamese taste for simple, elegant luxury. View hotel website »
This charming French colonial-style hotel sits in the heart of Hanoi. Its historic wing features traditional rooms in 1920s decor, while the newer wing offers modern abodes dressed in neo-classical elegance. Choose from three distinct restaurants (French, Vietnamese and Italian) and respite from the city in the lush gardens, by the heated swimming pool or at the luxurious Le Spa du Metropole. View hotel website »
There were so many memorable moments: the Vietnamese dancing in Saigon, the charming music in Cambodia, the Laos Baci ceremony, the morning alms, the bike rides and the laughs. All these and more made our trip.
— Sandy Greene
This trip is appropriate for people who enjoy a good walk or ride, and feel comfortable while on the move. Daily biking distances usually vary from 20-30 km (12-19 mi.), with some longer afternoon options along the way.
In a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.
You can’t enjoy a great biking trip without a really great bike. On this trip you’ll be riding a customized Hybrid Cannondale. Flat handlebars, a heavier frame, and wider tires provide a wonderfully stable ride. We also equip you with handlebar bag, helmet and water bottle.
Cannondale Hybrid
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