Cycling 4D/3N: Mai Chau- Cuc Phuong- Tam Coc

Today is a truly challenging and demanding day, with a long and rewarding route ahead. The journey follows scenic paved roads, winding through rolling hills and charming small villages nestled along the hillsides.

After a leisurely breakfast, we explore the charming Poom Coong, Lac villages by bicycle, visit a welcoming White Thai family, and wander through peaceful hamlets lined with beautiful traditional stilt houses. We pause at local shops where skilled artisans weave vibrant Thai costumes before a scenic one-hour transfer along winding uphill snake roads DT432B to Noong Luong. 

From there, we ride along gentle rolling hills and undulating scenic paved roads, passing through tiny picturesque villages, with a delightful lunch en route to Pho Doan. We then resume the day’s ride, pedaling toward Lang Tom through breathtaking landscapes, where we conclude today’s journey and take a scenic 2–2.5-hour shuttle to Cuc Phuong National Park.

After breakfast, we set out to explore the Endangered Primate Rescue Center and the Turtle Conservation Center—an enriching opportunity to discover Vietnam’s diverse flora and fauna.

We then journey deeper into the heart of Cuc Phuong National Park, embarking on a scenic 19 km ride along gently undulating forest trails. Emerging from the park, our route transitions into peaceful rural landscapes, where we cycle through lush pineapple plantations, tea fields, and expansive rice paddies, all framed by limestone mountains. The ride follows a mix of quiet flat paths and rolling tarmac roads, offering a varied and immersive countryside experience, with a well-earned lunch stop en route to Tam Diep.

Afterwards, we enjoy a relaxing 1.hour transfer to Tam Coc. The afternoon is yours to unwind—perhaps take a leisurely cycle through the breathtaking Tam Coc countryside at your own pace, or simply relax and soak in the tranquil atmosphere by the hotel pool.

After breakfast, we set out on a serene two-hour boat journey, gently paddling through a breathtaking landscape of towering limestone karsts and dramatic cliffs. Drift past vibrant floating rice fields and glide through three enchanting grottos—Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba—each offering a unique and magical perspective of this natural wonder.

Returning to land, we hop on our bicycles for a leisurely 10 km ride through the heart of Tam Coc and Bich Dong. Pedal along scenic country lanes, weaving through lush rice paddies and charming rural villages, where everyday local life unfolds before your eyes. The stunning karst scenery provides endless opportunities for memorable photos.

We then continue our final day’s cycling adventure toward Trang An and Hoa Lu. Ride alongside peaceful rivers, pausing at scenic viewpoints to take in panoramic vistas of the spectacular Trang An Landscape Complex—a UNESCO-listed treasure famed for its labyrinth of limestone peaks, hidden valleys, and tranquil waterways framed by towering cliffs.

Our journey carries on to Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Vietnam’s historic capital in the 10th and 11th centuries. Explore this culturally rich site, dotted with ancient temples, pagodas, peaceful rice fields, and quaint villages that echo the country’s imperial past. Enjoy a well-deserved lunch at a local restaurant before a comfortable two-hour transfer back to Hanoi. Tour ends.