A DIFFERENT HANOI 1 DAY

Itinerary:

We pick you up at 8:00 AM for a short transfer outside of Hanoi, where we have this morning to learn about Hanois’ village life and its traditions and customs. We walk and cycle along the villages, visit local markets, some old houses, their worshipping temples and communal houses. Then we have a small food demonstration before our lunch at one of the local family’s houses here.

In the afternoon, we catch your van for a short drive to Lien Mac, a beautiful area of immaculately tended vegetables and flowers. Here you hop on the bike again and get a close-up look at the colorful fields and have the chance to chat with some of the local people out caring for their crops.  Stop by a “tofu family” to explore how they make tofu and you can try their fresh products. Bid your farewells, and catch the van back to your hotel in Hanoi at around 4:30 PM. End of services.

Inclusion: Transfer, guide, entrance fees, lunch, local bike, water & tissue, community development fund.

 

COSTS: US$55/person, group from 4 people
 

Costs are $US NET, 3% surcharge if pay by credit card. Other surcharges might be applied such as Tet holidays.

Inclusion: See inclusive items listed after the itinerary.

Exclusion: Insurance, drinks, personal expenses, others not mentioned in details, tips are welcome!

 

ORGANISATION:

Tour guide: English speaking guide (on site).

Car/van: Use new AC car or van depending on your group size.

Meals: Vietnamese foods at a local house. If you have any allergies, special requests or if you are on a special diet please let us know. We will arrange it for you in advance.

Communication: Expect warm, friendly welcomes and hellos from the local people when you ride through the small communities and visit the local homes. If you want to bring small gifts, things like note books, books, pens, pencils, toys, balloons, for example, are recommended.

PREPARATION OF THE CUSTOMER:

Seasonal preparation: The best time to travel in Vietnam is between September and April. The temperatures are more comfortable in this period and the rain season in the summer (May to October) will be avoided.

What to bring: We recommend that riders bring a small day bag with sun block, sunglasses, camera and insect repellent. Good sport shoes and biking shorts are suggested. Sandals are not recommended. Please remember to pack light.

 

CYCLING INFORMATION:

Age: The age restriction for cycling is 6 years. Younger children can join the trip, but will be carried in an attachment of the bike suitable for children.

Bike: We use local bikes.

Cycling time: The cycling time is just approximate and depends on our speed and the weather.

Route: The cycling route can be changed due to external circumstances such as weather (the rain season between June and October can cause muddy paths which can become dangerous). Nevertheless, this should not discourage you as we will find proper alternatives.

 

 

 

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