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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.
Stroll through lush countryside, trek limestone mountains, and meander past farming villages on this two-footed journey in Vietnam. Begin in Hanoi and discover the colonial architecture, tree-lined boulevards and delightfully chaotic street-life of Vietnam’s capital city. Travel onwards to Ninh Binh for a breath of (seriously) fresh air in the area’s tropical forests and verdant mountain ranges. After a day of exploring the terraced rice paddies around Sapa, venture back to Hanoi for a final night in the buzzing metropolis before your next destination.
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 QUOTEKick off your arrival in Hanoi with a tour of the Temple of Literature for an overview of Hanoian culture and take a cyclo tour (a bike-propelled cart) through the Old Quarter.
Drive to the city to Ninh Binh and stroll through the local villages for a sampling of daily life. Continue to your next home, a gorgeous eco-lodge surrounded by the peaks of Tam Coc.
Dine on lunch at a Buddhist temple in Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s capital city during the 10th and 11th C. This afternoon, take a boat ride through a limestone-walled nature reserve.
After a drive back to Hanoi, check out its trendy West Lake area before catching your overnight train north. One of the most deluxe trains on the Hanoi route, enjoy a comfortable trip aboard the Victoria Express.
Head out on a walk through hilly terrain and terraced paddies to Cat Cat village. Follow a trail through the mountains for spectacular views en route to Y Linh Ho, home to the Black Hmong minority.
Take the drive to the Muong Hoa valley, home to the largest rice fields in Vietnam. Walk from Lao Chai to Ta Van and catch views of Mount Fansipan, the tallest mountain in Vietnam.
This morning we will drive you to the airport for your departing flight.
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 »
Neighbouring Ninh Binh’s Van Long Nature Reserve, the lush grounds of Emeralda offer breathtaking views of the surrounding tropical forest and mountain range. The resort supports its local roots, designed with traditional Vietnamese materials and offering fresh local produce at all three restaurants. View hotel website »
Equipped with all of the amenities required for a comfortable trip, the Victoria Express is one of the most deluxe trains on the Hanoi route, accommodating up to 40 passengers. Cabins are designed with individual reading lights, baggage storage, and air conditioning. The train also features its own restaurant and bar.
Nestled amongst the slopes of Northern Vietnam's this traditional chalet boasts stone and wood construction, blending seamlessly with the surrounding environment. Unwind after an active day with a libation at their Ta Fin Bar, or pamper yourself with their signature Victoria Sapa Massage, which incorporates traditional Thai massage and reflexology. View hotel website »
Our trip was really wonderful, fabulous sights, superb guides, very attentive, knowledgeable and fun.
— Stephen Straske
This trip is appropriate for people who enjoy a good walk, and feel comfortable while on the move. Daily walks are 8 to 10 km (5 to 6 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.
Included with all walking trips are telescoping walking poles and custom-made 13L backpacks to comfortably conceal your essentials within lockable zippers. The walking poles get “recycled” for use by another B&R traveller. The backpack, however, is yours to keep at trip’s end and folds up for easy packing. See Equipment Details
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