Private tour (HANNBCPC03): Daily departure from Hanoi with local English or French-speaking guide
(other language guides at surcharge).
Note: Cycling tours are organized for amateur cyclists using good quality (locally-made) mountain bikes without amenities for professional cyclists.
DAY 1: HANOI – NINH BINH “DRY HALONG BAY” – CYCLING TOUR TO HOA LU (-/-/D)
Cycling distance: 12 km
Terrain: Flat
Difficulty: Easy
In the morning, depart Hanoi for a 2.5 hour drive to Ninh Binh. The region is one of the most beautiful parts of Vietnam with its dramatic scenery, historical sites, religious pilgrimage sites and Cuc Phuong National Park.
Upon arrival to Ninh Binh, enjoy a boat trip through the three grottoes (Tam Coc in Vietnamese), past spectacular cliffs, Lilliputian villages, and lonely farming communities. The karts have earned the area the nickname “Halong Bay on Land”.
In the afternoon, cycle to Hoa Lu, the site of the ancient capital of the Vietnamese state, post Chinese rule in the first millennium. The bicycle tour is a round trip through spectacular scenery of rice fields, karsts mountains and quaint rural villages.
Accommodation at hotel in Ninh Binh
Meals included: Dinner at hotel
DAY 2: CYCLING TOUR TO KENH GA – CUC PHUONG NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Cycling distance: 21 km
Terrain: Flat
Difficulty: Easy
The 21km bicycle ride will take you through striking rural scenery. Arrive in Kenh Ga, take a trip by private boat. Still largely undiscovered, Kenh Ga remains an amazing sight to explore. The boat tour will taking you past the spectacular limestone mountains jutting out from the rice fields and the river that gently meanders through them. There is also an opportunity to explore a water-carved cave with thousands of year of mineral and rock formations.
After lunch, drive 45km to Cuc Phuong National Park. On the way you will pass pineapple farms, rural villages and beautiful scenery. Cuc Phuong National Park offers numerous hikes, ethnic minority villages, an “Endangered Primate Rescue Centre” and rare wildlife. In the late afternoon, you may take a short trek through the National Park to see the thousand-year-old tree.
Accommodation at Hotel in Ninh Binh
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel
Lunch at local restaurant
Dinner at Hotel
DAY 3: NINH BINH – PHAT DIEM – HANOI (B/L/-)
Cycling distance: 28 km
Terrain: Flat
Difficulty: Easy
The 28km bicycle tour will take you through spectacular scenery where you will see rural churches of grand proportions. Once in Phat Diem, explore the embroidery shops, the local market and the majestic Catholic cathedral, which illuminates the surrounding streets. The architecture of Phat Diem Cathedral blends Chinese with Western styles in its solid grey stone and wood architecture. Transfer back to Ninh Binh by your private transport.
After lunch, return to Hanoi. Upon arrival, drop off at your hotel or further transfer to Hanoi / Noi Bai Airport for departure at surcharge (accommodation in Hanoi is not included).
Meals included: Breakfast at Hotel
Lunch at local restaurant
“WE WISH YOU AN ENJOYABLE JOURNEY”
SPECIAL NOTE
Bring along - Light cotton dress / trousers
- Warm jacket (rain and wind)
- Cycling shorts
- Cycling gloves
- Mosquito repellent
- Swim wear
- Sun hat / sun lotion
- Hand lotion
- Lip balm
- Camera
- Charged batteries for your camera
Roads - Driving can be a challenge as roads can be bumpy or under construction
- Driving time depends on weather and road conditions – only rough estimates can be given
Reward - Stunning scenery
- Countless photo opportunities off the beaten track
OUR PRICE IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING HOTELS
First Emeralda Ninh Binh Resort & Spa (Ninh Binh)
Superior The Legend Hotel – Superior room (Ninh Binh)
Standard The Long Hotel – Deluxe room (Ninh Binh)
Please contact us for rates based on different hotels.
TOUR PRICE
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Price in USD per full paying guest in shared twin/double |
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Service Description |
1 guest |
2 guests |
3-5 guests |
6-9 guests |
Child (*) |
Single room supplement |
Category Deluxe |
888.00 |
510.00 |
437.00 |
368.00 |
119.00 |
365.00 |
Category First |
752.00 |
426.00 |
353.00 |
284.00 |
307.00 |
69.00 |
Category Superior |
676.00 |
389.00 |
315.00 |
247.00 |
270.00 |
32.00 |
(*) Child policy:
Discounted rates are applicable for 1 child (from 2 – 11 years of age) accompanied by 2 full-paying passengers (in other words, for every 2 full-paying participants 1 child is entitled to the special child rate).
OUR TOUR PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF
Accommodation in shared twin room with air-condition (AC) and private bathroom
Meals as stated in the programme B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner
Transfers and tours with local English or French-speaking guides in private air-conditioned vehicles
All entrance and boat fees as mentioned in the programme
Bicycle and helmet rental
Drinking water and cold towels available on the vehicles
NOT INCLUDED ARE
• Optional tours
• Surcharges for other language guides
• Surcharges for Lunar New Year (TET) holiday
• Personal travel insurance
• Personal expenditure, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera fees, communications, postage, gratuities etc.
• Meals and services other than mentioned in the programme
• Drinks with meals
• Compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and peak season surcharges which will be advised at the time of booking
• Visa application and visa stamp fees at Vietnamese embassies overseas and/ or upon arrival (Please note that a visa is compulsory for most nationalities.)
• Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme
CANCELLATIONS
• Refunds will not be given for unused or cancelled services after the tour arrangements have commenced.
• FIT (Individuals): Cancellation charges are calculated from the day the written notification is received by the company or agent as a percentage of the net total tour price as shown plus any surcharges (e.g. ticketed air sectors, other penalties imposed by suppliers such as hotels):
• Between 29- 21 days before departure: According to the costs incurred will be charged
• Between 20 days and 15 days prior to departure: 25% of package price
• Between 14 days and 8 days prior to departure: 50% of package price
• Between 07 days and 2 days prior to departure: 75% of package price
• 1 day prior to departure or no show: 100% of package price
• GIT (Groups): Cancellation of tours due to minimum number of participants will be advised 6 weeks before departure of the tour; in which case Happy Go Travel will offer an alternative tour of a similar standard or a full refund. Cancellation policy for GIT bookings will be advised separately case by case.
• HOTEL ONLY
• Between 29- 21 days before departure: no charge
• Between 20 days and 15 days prior to departure: 60% of accommodation price
• Between 14 days and 0 days prior to departure: 100% of accommodation price
• Certain Hotels impose stricter cancellation policies which will be advised separately.
PLEASE NOTE
• For air ticket reservations, we require the guests’ full names AS THEY APPEAR IN THEIR PASSPORTS. Airfares and reservations are always subject to change until paid in full and ticketed.
• Airfares are subject to increase without prior notice.
• Please be advised that prices will be adjusted periodically in case of fuel price increase by our suppliers.
• This is a quotation only and neither reservations for services nor hotel bookings have been made.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
CONTACT INFORMATION OF HAPPY GO TRAVEL
HAPPY GO TRAVEL - HANOI HEAD OFFICE:
Address: 5th floor, 130F Thai Thinh str, Trung Liet, Dong Da, Hanoi, Vietnam
Telephone during office hours: +84 24 32 686 686; +84 24 32 898 898
Fax: +84 24 32 171 783
EMERCENCY CONTACTS (ENGLISH AND GERMAN-SPEAKING)
Mobile: Mr. Thang (Managing Director) (+84) 934556056
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Certain parts of the tours on offer are provided by independent third parties, such as airlines, hotels, transport operators and local tourist offices. Happy Go Travel is therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage caused thereby to the tourists, including those occurring outside of the normal touring programmes. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accident, natural disaster, political actions and unrest shall be borne by the tourists.
Programmes, prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of proposal submission and are subject to change thereafter without advance notice until all services have been paid in full.
We strongly advise to leave valuable items (money, passport, credit cards, jewellery, sensitive documents, laptop computer, etc.) in the hotel safe. During excursions and roundtrips, personal belongings, especially money and valuables should NEVER be left on vehicles, even during short breaks, and carried around at all times. Happy Go Travel is not responsible for any loss or theft.
Vietnam being a developing country is in full process of upgrading its infrastructure. Therefore, driving overland can be cumbersome due to ongoing road constructions.
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