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Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the “Roof of Indochina”

7 days
Start and end in Hanoi
4.8
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Bicycle
Pedal-powered journeys for two-wheeled explorers
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English, German
Group Size 2 - 15
Ages 9+
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Highlights

  • Cycle through Sapa's scenic mountain passes
  • Explore tribal markets and local cuisine in Sapa
  • Descend the thrilling O Quy Ho Pass by bike
  • Enjoy a local dinner at Than Uyen's market
  • Relax in Mai Chau with pool and massage

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Travel to Sapa from Hanoi
  2. Day 2 Sapa Lodge
  3. Day 3 Sapa Loop
  4. Day 4 Sapa to Than Uyen, O Quy Ho Pass
  5. Day 5 Than Uyen to Mu Cang Chai
  6. Day 6 Nghia Lo to Mai Chau
  7. Day 7 Rest in Mai Chau and Surrounds - Back to Hanoi
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  • SA
    · July 1st, 2025
    Hello, We did the Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the "Roof of IndoChina" from 05/06/25 to 11/06/2025. Initially we had booking troubles and were told by Tour radar operator that the tour is overbooked (we later realised we were the only couple for the entire tour). After multiple attempts Tourradar was able to contact the local tour operator "Bravochina" to confirm the just handful of days before the tour started. We had to pay the increase flight fares for booking last minute however we were still stayed positive for the tour ahead. The communication from Bravochina was poor and minimum. The overnight train journey was good however we were never told that we will be sharing the cabin with two other people. We would have happily paid extra for the whole cabin and for our privacy and space. The train conductor almost didn't let us board the train as he wasn't happy that ticket was booked via third party. We were picked by driver at Sapa train station and dropped at the hotel at 7am. The hotel told us we cant check in until 2pm. You cant expect people to do an overnight journey and wait till 2pm without access to toilet and shower. We paid extra for early check in and for upgraded room due to leaking bathroom. Again this was not communicated that we have to wait till 2pm to check in. Our local tour guide was excellent and was knowledgeable. He took us few beautiful villages and we saw raw beauty and amazing Vietnamese locals. We were unable to cycle couple of days due to rain however that's not under anyone's control and we understand that's just how things are during travelling. On our second last day, we were in the car for over 16 hours due to Ferry being non-operational and we had to take a different route. It was evident the ferry would have been non-operational for a while due to low water levels, therefore a lack of coordination and communication led us to this long day, whereby the start and end points were only 72 KM. We missed out on dinner and got to our accommodation close to midnight. Next day there was no communication from Bravochina again and the driver arrived 3 hours late along with seven other people in a bus. Close to Hanoi the driver transferred us to a car and the car dropped us at the wrong hotel. The driver refused to drop us at the correct hotel and we had to get a taxi. This is not to say there were some great moments too such as seeing a fully operational traditional water mill and trying out native fruits straight from the tree. Macau Chau accommodation was good too. Overall this tour has potential to be one of the best cycling tour however poor communication and poor handling has given us a bad experience. The money we paid was not worth the tour. Our first time with both Tourradar and Indochina and we haven't had a good experience. Cheers
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    Trip date: June 2025
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 2
    · September 3rd, 2023
    The Vietnam Cycling to the Sapa tour was a thrilling adventure that took us through some of the most picturesque landscapes in Vietnam. Over the course of [number of days], we pedaled through lush valleys, terraced rice fields, and remote villages, providing a unique and immersive experience.
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    Trip date: May 2022
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 3
    · November 8th, 2022
    "I were very happy and pleased with the overall experience"
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    Trip date: April 2022
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 4
    · November 8th, 2022
    "Bravo Indochia Tours was amazing! This was our first trip using the company and certainly won't be our last! We spent 7 days cycling to the northwest of Vietnam, and Hanoi! Every detail was covered and the trip couldn't have gone smoother!"
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    Trip date: November 2022
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 5
    · October 31st, 2022
    "High quality bike tours to explore North Vietnam scenic landscapes, real local culture and have lots of fun with good quality bikes, professional and friendly guides."
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    Trip date: June 2022
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 6
    · October 28th, 2022
    "I would thoroughly recommend this trip if you are a competent cyclist, you don't have to be amazing but you probably do need to have a fair level of fitness."
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    Trip date: September 2022
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 7
    · October 28th, 2022
    The weather during Oct really good and I loved every minute of it. It was a very busy trip but extremely well organized. I very much liked the additional drink stops as it was so very hot. Home made chilled lime was just the thing. I also very much liked Lam pre-booking the meals and us all going together. He found some wonderful places and we had delicious fresh food
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    Trip date: April 2022
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 8
    · October 23rd, 2022
    The Bravo Indochina Tours put together a good package - our guide Viet and driver were great guys - friendly and helpful all the way. The route was excellen
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    Trip date: September 2022
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 9
    · October 23rd, 2022
    We learn that Northern Vietnam has mountains, that both countries are very different but both great , that all the friendly people along the way add to the fantastic trip, that “a little bit up” can be quite an understatement and finally that your guides love their jobs and love cycling.
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    Trip date: May 2022
  • Northwest Vietnam Cycling  to the “Roof of Indochina” reviewer 10
    · October 23rd, 2022
    Thanks again to you and all your guides and drivers, this was my first trip with your company and will always recommend your wonderful trips
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    Trip date: September 2022

Dates & Availability

7 days
Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the “Roof of Indochina”
From Hanoi to Hanoi

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    Michele

    Asked on July 21st, 2025

    Can you describe the preparations and plans in the event of heavy rains? Should we anticipate rain on most days of the tour? I see two different total daily distance #'s. (50-70 km and 60-100km) can you clarify this? Does day 1 begin with the train ride to Sapa departure at 8:00 PM?

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    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten July 2025

      August is the rainy season in Vietnam, but the weather patterns differ greatly across the country. The heavy, persistent rains are much more common in the South. Here in the North, where your tour will take place, rain is possible but not too often. The distances are flexible to cater to your fitness and how you are feeling each day. The 50-100 km range is a general guideline for what's possible. We will tailor the ride's length and daily elevation gain based on your preference, the terrain, and the day's weather conditions. Day 1 of the itinerary begins in the evening with the overnight train from Hanoi to Lao Cai (the gateway to Sapa), which departs around 10:00 PM. We pick up from your hotel in Hanoi around 8:30pm

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      Michele

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      Can you tell me how many are currently signed up for this tour Aug 17-23?

    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten July 2025

      Now low season there are no other people booking on 17 or 18 Aug. We may arrange the private tour for you.

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    Stephanie

    Asked on May 22nd, 2025

    Can you please send me further information of the accommodation we will be staying in on this tour? Can you also let me know if an EBike can be arranged for me on this tour?

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    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten May 2025

      We can arrange ebike with optional charge 50USD/bike/day. Please find hotel we use below: Sapa: Freesia (Sapa Freesia Hotel), Mu Cằng Chai village H'mong Village Mù Cang Chải, Mai Chau Mai Chau Sunset Boutique Hotel

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    Don

    Asked on May 15th, 2025

    What is the cycling distance

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    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten May 2025

      I ll be 50-70km per day.

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      Don

      TravelerWritten May 2025

      How many beds per room. How many kilometres per day. What is the trip rating. Are there recent review

    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten May 2025

      Beds per room: Typically twin, doubles possible on request (subject to availability). Kilometers per day: 50-70km. Trip rating: See product details. Recent reviews: See product details.

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    Laura

    Asked on March 18th, 2025

    Whats the average of the group member so far and how many people joined so far?

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    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten March 2025

      So far, there are no other participants booked for this date, but we guarantee departure even with just one traveler.

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    Molly

    Asked on January 26th, 2025

    Is some of this in the back up coach or are we looking at the wrong tour for us?

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    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      No worry we have support van along with you for whole trip and our guide ll flexible cycling distance, gain...depending on your level of fitness. Normally we ride 50-70km and again not over 2000m. We also have ebike option with surcharge 40USD/day/rental fee

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      Molly

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Can we wait until the bike fitting to decide about the electric bike?

    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      ebike need to book and prepare in advance as limited here

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    Russell

    Asked on January 9th, 2025

    Will we have a separate compartment in the night train to Sapa, if we are booking the double room option for the 2 of us? And will we receive more detailed information after the booking (e. g. how many people will be part of the group travelling with us, the guest houses or name of hotel where we will stay during that week, list of documents and important things to bring along with us etc.).

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      Russell

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      Is the booking of jedem (selbst gewählten) hotel in Hanoi possible? Wird das Gepäck während der Tour im Beiwagen transportiert oder muss das Gepäck im Rucksack auf dem Fahrrad mitgenommen werden? Gibt es für die Radstrecken genauere Angaben zu Streckenlänge und Höhenmeter? Um wieviel Uhr werden wir am Rückreisetag wieder in Hanoi ankommen?

    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      The trip start with picking from your hotel in Hanoi (8;00pm) and tour end at 5:00pm in Hanoi (last day). You can bring all baggage along as we have support van do with your along the whole trip. We can help to book hotel with cost 50USD/room/night. This trip you have cycling guide ride with you and he'll flexible how much you ride per day depending your pace and fitness. Normally 50km and 300-400 gain per day.

    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      First night: Overnight on train LIVITRAIN Train (Shared 4 berth carbin) - If you'd like to upgrade private cabin cost 70USD/person. Sapa: Freesia (Sapa Freesia Hotel), Mu Căng Chai village H'mong Village Mù Cang Chải, Mai Chau Mai Chau Sunset Boutique Hotel.

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    Sheila

    Asked on November 8th, 2024

    Could I get a summary of the cycling distances for each day please and thanks.

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    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten November 2024

      Our cycling guides are flexible and can adjust the daily routes based on the group's preferences and fitness levels. On average, the daily cycling distance ranges from 30 to 50 kilometers. However, please note that this can vary depending on factors such as weather conditions, road conditions, and the specific itinerary.

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    Ana

    Asked on October 23rd, 2024

    Can you do this ride on the 20th December? We arrive in the early evening on the 19th so can't book the 19th tour.

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    Jamie

    Asked on October 16th, 2024

    Do you offer e-bike options? How strenuous is the tour, please? Northwest Vietnam Cycling to the "Roof of Indochina"

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    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten October 2024

      We have ebike option with surcharge 50USD/day. Our tour is flexible depending on your pace and it normaly ride 50-70 km a day, gain around 300-500

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      Jamie

      TravelerWritten October 2024

      I would be very interested this trip starting on 28th November. I will be a solo traveller. Is it possible to pay a single supplement for a single room.

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    Christopher

    Asked on October 3rd, 2024

    What will be the charges if I go forward as an individual travel for this trip?

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    • Bravo Indochina ToursOperatorWritten October 2024

      The cost wll be 1897USD/person with all inclusive. If that date we have other people to join the cost will be 1397USD/person

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      Christopher

      TravelerWritten October 2024

      Do you have any cycling trips in groups that are gauranteed and that I may be able to join between the dates of 8th Oct - 22nd Oct?

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  • Vaccines
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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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