Vietnam Cycle
Location: Vietnam
Date: 4 November 2008
For those of you in search of the challenge of a lifetime, Vietnam won't fail to leave an indelible mark on you and will provide you with memories that will last forever.
Prepare to be overwhelmed by Vietnam's natural contrasting beauty - from the patchwork of bright green rice paddies to the rugged mountains and white sandy beaches you can't help but be bewitched by its traditional charm!
The following gives you a brief taste of the challenge ahead but for more information please click on Request Info to register your interest and we will send you a detailed information pack and registration form.
Registration Fee: £349
Sponsorship Pledge: £2,650
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Depart London for Hanoi
DAY 2: Arrive Hanoi; afternoon exploring this wonderful city
DAY 3: Transfer out of city; cycle undulating roads through valleys to Mai Chau
DAY 4: Challenging day climbing to tea plantation village of Moc Chau
DAY 5: Easier day; spectacular scenery of karst cliffs and rice paddies to Son La
DAY 6: Through hill-tribe villages; steep climbs and long descent to Tuan Giao
DAY 7: Cycle through quiet, easy back roads through spectacular gorges to Dien Bien Phu
DAY 8: Follow Na river through lush jungle and bamboo landscapes to Lai Chau
DAY 9: Rolling ungraded roads to sleepy town of Tam Duong
DAY 10: Most spectacular scenery of trip; final climbs and long descent into Sapa
DAY 11: Free to explore Sapa; overnight train to Hanoi
DAY 12: Free time in Hanoi; flight to UK
DAY 13: Arrive London
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