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MEKONG DELTA
Cycling in the Mekong Delta lets you see a part of Vietnam that is quite unique. This area is known as the "bread bowl" of Vietnam and boasts flat and lush scenery, quite unlike any thing else you will see in Vietnam. The rich soil makes the Mekong Delta a fruitful production area for rice coconut, sugar cane, all manner of fruits and vegetables.
The adventure starts with a ride from Cai Lay to Cai Be on the quiet back roads, lunching on an island before staying with a local family. We enjoy boat journeys as well as riding by orchards and seeing Vietnamese life by the river. Day three takes us through the Khmer area and we see much evidence of this with the architecture amd the many Khmer people who populate this area. The last day we take in the Phong Dien floating market and many of the cottage industries before we head back to Saigon in the afternoon.
TRIP PROFILE
This trip covers a little over 170 kilometres on well surfaced roads. The daily distances are not too long and the terrain is gentle so this trip suitable for most people, but it's advisable to have a modicum of fitness to enjoy the riding! Fast cyclists can ride at their own pace, as detailed directions are available from the tour leader. Our route is designed to take us off the main roads as much as possible and there is even the option to try some off road tracks. We explore scenic back roads on the way to all our destinations.
| ITINERARY (4 Days / 3 Nights Starting Saigon Ending in Saigon) | |
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| Day 1 | Transfer out of bustling Saigon to Cai Lay where we begin our ride to Cai Be, the gateway to the Mekong Delta. We cycle down narrow lanes, over canals and past banana plantations to our overnight at a home stay. |
| Day 2 | Enjoy a boat journey to one of the Mekong islands, bike along narrow country lanes, easy dirt tracks and trails as you witness colorful riverside life and pedal past picturesque delta homes, and clack across innumerable wooden bridges to the Khmer town of |
| Day 3 | There is plenty to observe today – fishermen, village life, temples -- as we cycle scenic roads, crossing many small bridges, to Can Tho. There are many Khmer temples to stop and admire en route as well as Ba Om Pond with its magnificent lotus flowers. |
| Day 4 | Spend the morning riding to Phong Dien floating market where we weave through teeming market bustle along the banks of an active riverfront. Absorb the sights of endless cottage industries before lunch and then a transfer back to Saigon. |
| FACTS & FIGURES | |
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| Tour Cost | USD $565 Single supplement: USD $95 |
| Bike Hire | Included |
| Total Distance | 150 km |
| Departure Days | Every Tuesday |
| Number of Days | 4 days / 3 nights |
| Number of Cycling Days | 2 full days and 2 half-days |
| Road Surface | This tour follows a mixture of well-surfaced roads and the option to go off road onto single track |
| Support | One or two 8-seat air-conditioned buses converted to take bikes and bikers. |
| Group Size | Minimum 2. Maximum 16. |
| Staff | All groups will be lead by a Vietnamese cycling guide plus drivers and assistants for all groups. |
| Accommodation | We have 2 nights in 3 star hotels, all rooms have a/c and private facilities as a minimum and we always choose hotels with charm and character whenever possible. |
| Food | All meals are included except for the breakfast on Day 1 and dinner on Day 4. |
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~The New York Times
Mekong Delta, July 2008
This was all topped off by the unexpected birthday cake which Mr. Van informed me was arranged by Spiceroads. This was very thoughtful and reflects the professionalism of your company. I hope I can find time to do another tour with you
~Jim Shapleigh
Mekong Delta, June 2009
Everything was perfectly organized. A special thanks to our tour guide Thai who has done a perfect job and his familiy where we were warmly welcomed and had excellent food ....
~Toifl Ute & Thomas Buchinger
Mekong Delta, December 2009
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