22-25 MARCH 2024

HANOI CYCLING TRIP

LUONG SON - MAI CHAU - PU LUONG - HANOI

Summary

DATE

22-25 March 2024

DURATION

4 Days / 3 Nights

Cost

SGD 699 (see details)

DISTANCE

270KM over 3 days

ELEVATION GAIN

1500M/1500M/350M

DIFFICULTY

HARD

INTRODUCTION

Enjoy 3 days of cycling in the countryside, outside the bustle of Hanoi city. As Vietnam emerges from winter, this trip will deliver breathtaking views, challenging climbs, and thrilling descents, while remaining just a few hours' drive from Hanoi city.

We aim to keep this ride to a maximum of 10 participants.

ITINERARY (TENTATIVE)

Friday 22/3
Arrive Hanoi
20:00 Dinner with Ride Briefing and Orientation

Saturday 23/3 (Cycling Day 1)
5:00 Transfer to Luong Son
7:00 Luong Son to Mai Chau
Distance: 92km 
Elevation: 1,503m

13:00 Arrive Mai Chau
18:30 Dinner & Briefing

Sunday 24/3 (Cycling Day 2)
5:00 Mai Chau to Pu Luong

Distance: 108km 
Elevation: 1,504m

15:00 Transfer Back to Hanoi

Monday 25/3 (Cycling Day 3)

6:30 Morning Hanoi Ride

Distance: 69kms
Elevation: 350m

10:30 End of trip

ITINERARY IS TENTATIVE, AND MAY BE SUBJECTED TO CHANGES DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS OR UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?

INCLUDED

  • Trip Accommodation for Days 1/2/3/4 at a 3-Star or better hotel
  • Airport transfer for recommended inbound/outbound flights
  • Transportation from Hanoi to ride start point (Cycling day 1), and from Pu Luong back to Hanoi (Cycling Day 2)
  • Support vehicle and mechanic
  • Local guide
  • Meals
  • Snacks and Drinks

NOT INCLUDED

  • Airfare to/from Hanoi
  • Baggage allowance
  • Travel insurance
  • Bicycle (you need to bring your own)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses

RIDING INFORMATION

BIKES

As most riders prefer to cycle with their own bicycles, we will not be providing bicycles for this trip. Riders are encouraged to arrange for bike bag rentals, packing, and additional airline baggage allowance.

BIKE MAINTENANCE

A support vehicle and mechanic will accompany riders during the trip. However, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to fix every issue. Please ensure that your bike is in good riding condition. We recommend carrying basic supplies like a pump, inner tube, and tire lever in a saddlebag during the ride.

SAFETY

Wearing a helmet is mandatory during rides. If you do not have a helmet, we will not allow you to ride. You will be responsible for your personal safety during the ride, and must purchase suitable travel insurance for the duration of the trip. Riders agree to waive Ascent of any for liability for death, injury, or damage to property that occurs on the trip.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

AIRPORT

Flying in/out of: Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)

VISA INFORMATION

Singaporean visitors do not require a Visa for stays of up to 30 days. Riders are responsible for ensuring that they are eligible for travel and entry into Vietnam, and that their passport validity has more than 6 months remaining from the trip end date.

RECOMMENDED FLIGHTS

We recommend the following flights to/from Singapore:

Singapore to Hanoi (22/03/2024):
Scoot 300 (8am - 10.30am)

Hanoi to Singapore (25/03/2024):
Singapore Airlines SQ 193 (6.35pm to 11.05pm)

Airport transfers are included for riders who book these flights. Should riders choose alternative flights, they will need to arrange for their own airport transfer.

LUGGAGE

Riders will need to consult their preferred airline's luggage policy on sporting equipment, and purchase the required amount of additional luggage to accommodate the bikes and storage cases.

MONEY

The national currency of Vietnam is the Dong (VND). US Dollars may also be used in the cities, but Dong is preferred in smaller towns and villages. You may wish to change some currency for gratuities, shopping, and other expenses.

BOOKING INFORMATION

BOOKING DEADLINE

The trip is available for booking until 31st January 2024 or until slots run out, whichever is earlier.

PAYMENT

Full payment is required on booking in order to confirm a slot on the trip.

Refunds

Should you wish to cancel your booking before 31st December 2023, we will provide a full refund, minus applicable transaction fees and administrative costs.

Refunds will not be possible after 31st December 2023.

Late arrivals and early departures will not make you eligible for a refund.

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