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Mountain bikers will love this trip for the variety of trails - from good single track paths, undulating rough jeep trails to some climbs that are rewarded with ultimate descents.
The ride passes through many villages, across lush rice paddies and above a valley for stunning views.
We'll get to know the local hill tribe people - the White Tai - and their culture better when we overnight in local home stay.
After a day or remote cycling you will be rewarded and spoilt with dinner and a night at the lovely Mai Chau Lodge.

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This is a real treat for those who want to experience Vietnam's village life in a remote setting. Mountain bikers will love this trip for the variety of trails - from good single track paths, undulating rough jeep trails to some climbs that are rewarded with ultimate descents. The ride passes through many villages, across lush rice paddies and above a valley for stunning views.

This tour takes us into the countryside where we will encounter the local hill tribe people - the White Tai. We'll get to know the villagers and their culture better when we overnight in local home stay. After a day of remote cycling you will be rewarded and spoilt with dinner and a night at the lovely Mai Chau Lodge. The next day we ride more single track, past the green rice paddies and local villages, and have lunch in local home stay before our transfer back to Hanoi.

Day 1: Hanoi-Poom Coong–Cun Pheo

After an early pick up from your hotel we’ll drive to Poom Coong village just before lunch time. A short warm up ride through some White Tai villages should build up your appetite for a home cooked lunch at a local traditional house. After lunch we’ll cycle to the Tai village of Cun Pheo on a mix of good single track paths and undulating rough jeep trails. The views are stunning as the ride passes through many villages and across lush rice paddies. Unique to this area are fan palms, grown specifically to use for roofing. We’ll pass hot springs, cycle across suspension bridges and follow the contours around beautiful terraced rice fields. On arriving in Cun Pheo village the rest of the afternoon is at leisure to wander by foot or explore the village trails further by bike. Dinner and overnight in local village home stay at Cun Pheo.

Lodging	Homestay
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Day 2: Mountain Loop-Cun Pheo-Buoc-Mai Chau

Today’s ride is more remote and challenging, though there is plenty of opportunity to stop, rest and admire the views. After breakfast enjoy relatively easy biking on rolling terrain for the first 7 km, then the trail begins to climb uphill - steep in parts, undulating in others. Rise above the valley and look down on small hamlets, feel and hear the forest surroundings as the trail snakes up and along the mountainside. Stop for a siesta in a Tai village house, a welcome relief from the heat - before tackling the last few kilometers to the top of the pass. Cruise a final 11 km downhill to Mai Chau. The tracks will vary from hard packed dirt roads to single track, with a few challenging rocky sections thrown in for variety. For those needing more challenging biking it will be possible to cycle further. Tonight we dine and overnight in luxury at Mai Chau Lodge, a hidden gem that comes complete with a swimming pool.

Lodging	Mai Chau Lodge
Description	Mai Chau Lodge is a unique place, offering the paramount in natural relaxation and cultural exploration. Here there is something for everyone, from swimming to kayaking, to cycling and rock climbing.

Day 3: Mai Chau–Hanoi

After breakfast, and perhaps a quick walk up to a temple, we pick up our bikes and cycle back on the scenic route to Mai Chau, past green rice paddies and local villages, meeting the friendly local villagers. Arrive back in Lac village in time for lunch in a local home stay. We’ll have some time to explore the village, perhaps to do some shopping of the local handmade textiles. Transfer 2 hours to Hanoi, arriving late afternoon.

TRIP INCLUDES

On arrival we give you a SpiceRoads goody bag that includes a water bottle and a SpiceRoads T-shirt.
You will meet your cycle guide plus local staff and assistants who are responsible for taking care of you and your bike (staff numbers vary with the size of the tour). They ensure that everything runs smoothly so you can enjoy a trouble-free journey with no worries about logistics or timetables. As well as showing you the way, our local English speaking guides share local information, inside knowledge and their unique cultural perspective with you.
The tour price includes all accommodation, all meals apart from the occasional lunch on some non-cycling days and maybe a dinner or two in big cities, so you can make some of your own culinary discoveries.
Our support vehicles carry your luggage and provide a place for you to rest if you get tired.
Our staff will make any running repairs on your bike - and you as well, if necessary.
During the rides, we keep you topped up with water, fruit, soft drinks and snacks and we make sure you get a nice cold drink - and usually a cold towel as well - at the end of each ride.
At the end of the day, we make sure you get a good meal and we clean and prepare your bike for the next day's riding.

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

Bike Hire
Extra Expenses for incidentals
Soft drinks and other beverages during meals are not included.
Beer is NOT included in the price
International and domestic flights to and from there are not included in the tour price.

CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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paddies and above a valley for stunning views.<li>We'll get to know the local hill tribe people - the White
Tai - and their culture better when we overnight in local home stay.<li>After a day or remote cycling you will be rewarded and
spoilt with dinner and a night at the lovely Mai Chau Lodge.<p>

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                                        Day 1:  Hanoi-Poom Coong–Cun Pheo
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                                        After an early pick up from your hotel we’ll drive to Poom Coong village just
before lunch time. A short warm up ride through some White Tai villages should
build up your appetite for a home cooked lunch at a local traditional house. After
lunch we’ll cycle to the Tai village of Cun Pheo on a mix of good single track
paths and undulating rough jeep trails. The views are stunning as the ride passes
through many villages and across lush rice paddies. Unique to this area are fan palms, grown specifically to use for roofing. We’ll pass hot springs, cycle across
suspension bridges and follow the contours around beautiful terraced rice fields.
On arriving in Cun Pheo village the rest of the afternoon is at leisure to wander by
foot or explore the village trails further by bike. Dinner and overnight in local
village home stay at Cun Pheo.
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                                        Day 2: Mountain Loop-Cun Pheo-Buoc-Mai Chau
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                                        Today’s ride is more remote and challenging, though there is plenty of opportunity
to stop, rest and admire the views. After breakfast enjoy relatively easy biking on
rolling terrain for the first 7 km, then the trail begins to climb uphill - steep in parts,
undulating in others. Rise above the valley and look down on small hamlets, feel
and hear the forest surroundings as the trail snakes up and along the
mountainside. Stop for a siesta in a Tai village house, a welcome relief from the
heat - before tackling the last few kilometers to the top of the pass. Cruise a final
11 km downhill to Mai Chau. The tracks will vary from hard packed dirt roads to
single track, with a few challenging rocky sections thrown in for variety.  For those
needing more challenging biking it will be possible to cycle further. Tonight we
dine and overnight in luxury at Mai Chau Lodge, a hidden gem that comes
complete with a swimming pool.
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                                        Day 3: Mai Chau–Hanoi
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                                        After breakfast, and perhaps a quick walk up to a temple, we pick up our bikes
and cycle back on the scenic route to Mai Chau, past green rice paddies
and local villages, meeting the friendly local villagers. Arrive back in Lac village in
time for lunch in a local home stay. We’ll have some time to explore the village,
perhaps to do some shopping of the local handmade textiles. Transfer 2 hours to
Hanoi, arriving late afternoon. 
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