Cycling tour: Saigon to Nha Trang 4D/3N

Destination

Vietnam

Starts in

Ho Chi Minh

Ends in

Nha Trang

Tour code

VCT: 4D- HCM- NHA- 2

Levels

Moderate

Duration

4D/3N

Styles

Mountain Biking

Price

USD $895.00 895.00

No of cycling days

Group size

02 - 12

Average distance per day

50 km

Age to ride

18 - 75

Average climbing

Update soon

Bike hire

$56.00

Total cycling distance

259 km

E-bike hire

$140.00

Accommodation

3 - 4 star hotels

Single supplement

$165.00

A 4-day cycling journey to Nam Cat Tien National Park, one of southern Vietnam’s most important lowland rainforest reserves, rich in rare, endangered, and endemic flora and fauna. Ride through peaceful forest trails and rural landscapes, immersing yourself in the park’s remarkable biodiversity and tranquil atmosphere.

Continue to Da Lat—the charming “City of Eternal Spring”—where cool mountain air, pine forests, and rolling hills create the perfect setting for scenic mountain biking adventures. From here, take on the thrilling challenge of Khanh Le Pass, one of Vietnam’s most spectacular highland routes, offering dramatic views as you descend toward the coast.

Your journey concludes with well-deserved relaxation on a sandy beach, the perfect reward after days of cycling through forests, mountains, and highland landscapes.

We begin early at 7:00 AM for the smoothest journey and to avoid traffic jams. After a two-hour shuttle ride to a rural village in Dong Nai, we will pick up our bikes and get ready for an off-road adventure.

We ride through beautiful, undulating landscapes, passing villages, farmlands, foothills, a small scenic lake, jungle paths, and views of Tri An Lake before making a major stop at the Pilgrimage Center of the Immaculate Conception at Mountain Bend. There, we will explore the large area by bicycle and enjoy stunning mountain and lake views before riding up to the main road, where we board the shuttle for lunch.

After lunch, we enjoy some of today’s best mountain biking routes. We pedal along the river, through foothill rice paddies, and across the beautiful countryside of Ta Lai and the local ethnic village, where you will learn about the history and traditions of the Ma, Stieng, and Tay ethnic groups. We then continue along a quiet back road beside the Dong Nai River before arriving at the hotel for check-in.

Cat Tien Jungle Lodge

Lunch

Dinner

Water

Snacks

Fruits

3 hrs

25 - 45 km

+382m

-325m

+8.50%

-7.10%

Paved - rural paths

After a leisurely breakfast, we’ll transfer for about an hour to the outskirts of Madagui for today’s adventurous cycling journey to Bao Loc. Today's ride is really challenging, taking us to the cool highlands covering approximately 47km across a fascinating mix of terrain. We follow winding country roads and quiet paved lanes that gradually climb toward Vietnam’s Central Highlands, offering ever-changing scenery along the Da Oai River.

The route takes us through lush farmland, coffee and tea plantations, and peaceful countryside dotted with tiny villages. passing scenic valleys, tropical forests, and dramatic mountain landscapes that showcase the natural beauty of the tea and coffee region. As we continue climbing, the cool highland air and rolling scenery make every effort worthwhile.

We pedal beside the tranquil Ho Ngoc Lake and through endless tea fields, fruit orchards, and plantations, with plenty of opportunities to observe the daily life of local highland farmers. From the outskirts of Bao Loc, we’ll enjoy a short transfer to our hotel, where you can relax and reflect on an amazing day of cycling through some of southern Vietnam’s most spectacular landscapes.

Sandals Vista Hotel

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Water

Snacks

Fruits

1.5 hrs

25 - 47 km

+1185m

-546m

+14.10%

-11.00%

Paved - rural paths

Cycling route from Bao Loc to Pongour Falls offers a rewarding journey through the fertile Central Highlands, combining peaceful countryside roads, vibrant farming communities, and stunning natural scenery. Leaving Bao Loc behind, we ride through endless tea and coffee plantations, passing rolling hills covered with pepper farms, fruit orchards, and colorful vegetable fields. The route mixes quiet dirt tracks, concrete lanes, and smooth asphalt roads, with flexible distances that can be adjusted to suit your preference and energy level.

As we pedal through the cool highland climate, the gentle undulating terrain and fresh mountain air make for an enjoyable day on the bike. Along the way, we experience authentic rural life, cycling through small villages and hillside farms before reaching the Dong Nai River. Here, we join local people aboard a local ferry crossing, enjoying the peaceful scenery and serene atmosphere of Vietnam’s lush Highlands region.

After the river crossing, the ride continues over gentle rolling hills and through lively countryside towns toward the spectacular Pongour Waterfalls, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in southern Vietnam. Surrounded by forest and cascading over wide volcanic rock formations, Pongour provides a perfect place to relax and take in the scenery after the day’s ride. From the falls, we transfer by shuttle to the charming mountain city of Da Lat, where cooler temperatures, pine forests, and colonial charm await.

Muong Thanh Dalat

Breakfast

Lunch

Water

Snacks

Fruits

1 hour

25- 47- 73 km

+1355m

-1341m

+14.20%

-15.40%

Paved - rural paths

After breakfast, set out on a scenic drive through the charming highland city of Da Lat, passing iconic landmarks such as Xuan Huong Lake, Than Tho Lake, and endless stretches of flower and vegetable greenhouses before leaving the city behind for the countryside. Arriving at Lac Duong, begin cycling through rolling hills, fragrant pine forests, and peaceful valleys hidden deep within Vietnam’s Central Highlands. The road is smooth and rewarding, winding gently through cool mountain landscapes before gradually climbing higher into the clouds.

At the summit, pause to admire sweeping views from nearly 1,700 meters above sea level, where the highlands dramatically descend toward Vietnam’s sun-drenched coastline. Khanh Le Pass is one of the most breathtaking mountain routes of the journey, renowned for its spectacular panoramas of pine-covered ridges, misty tropical rainforest valleys, and untouched wilderness. From here, enjoy an exhilarating 29 km downhill ride to Suoi Loi, where a relaxing riverside lunch awaits.

In the afternoon, continue pedaling at an easy pace along quiet countryside back roads. Ride through authentic rural villages and fertile farmland, gaining a close glimpse into local life as you pass emerald rice paddies, sugarcane fields, and bustling local markets. The day concludes in Dien Khanh, followed by a short transfer to the vibrant coastal city of Nha Trang. Tour ends.

Optional: Transfer directly to the top of Khanh Le Pass and enjoy an extended downhill ride all the way to Nha Trang.

Breakfast

Lunch

Water

Snacks

Fruits

1.5 hrs

25 - 85 km

+1201m

-2652m

+15.10%

-14.00%