•The cost :Please contact us : info@vietnamadventurecycling.com
•Countries visited: Lao
•Cycling distance: Approx 374 km
•Destinations: Luang Prabang-Kuang Si Waterfall-Mekong River to Pak Beng – Muang Beng- Oudomxai-Nong Khiaw-Huai Kan
Summary : Biking in Laos means cycling and traveling on empty roads and through great landscapes, meeting people and absorbing this diverse culture. A great cycling adventure is waiting for the cyclist in the north of Laos. With cultural and natural highlights this medium biking tour offers great opportunity to get in touch with rural Laos and the friendly people... from/to Luang Prabang, Laos
This bicycle tour around Laos offers the opportunity to discover the real Lao life and country side. Highlights are a boat cruise on the Mekong, the scenic valleys between Pak Beng and Oudomxai where tourists are rarely seen, the scenic mountain ride to Nong Khiaw and it's surrounding lime stone mountains. The absolutely cultural highlight of this tour is the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang. This tour can be extended with the classic bicycle tour from Luang Prabang to Vientiane.
TOUR IMFORMATION
| Tour Cost | Please contact us : info@vietnamadventurecycling.com Single room supplement: USD180 |
| BIKE RENTAL | USD 80 (TREK OR GIANT) EXTRA CHARGE |
| Departure Dates | Guaranteed departures every day with a minimum group of 2 adults. |
| Total Distance | 374kilometers |
| No., of cycling days | 5 days |
| Tour meets | Luang Phrabang |
| Tour End | Luong Phrabang |
| Road Surface | This tour mostly follows asphalt roads, and one dirt road passing the countryside and the rice field. The back road along the river and village is small but good enough for cycling, less busy. A little bit sandy. |
| Support | All buses with A/C and experienced Driver, one 16 seats regarding group size of less 6; one 25 seats of less 12 or two 16 seats regarding group size of less 12; and one 25 seats plus a luggage van for group size of up to 24. |
| Group Size | Minimum 2. Maximum 15. |
| Biking guide | Experienced English speaking-biking guides with enthusiastic, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Biking guides are first aid qualified and can maintain bikes. Their role is to deliver a safe and enjoyable tour to the clients, they manage the group, co-ordinate the driver and support vehicle, buy snacks and fruit along the way, look out for clients needs. They are cultural guides as well as pure biking… |
| Accommodation | Accommodation 3 star and 2 star class in double/twin rooms |
| Food | Included (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner). |
| Entrance fees | Included |
| Boat & ferry | Included |
| Snacks, fresh fruits, water, wet towels | Provided daily cycling |
| Safety | Our people take the best cares & safety for your trip.The first aid kits are provided |
| Photo taking | You can stop wherever you want for 'Kodak moment'! |
| Cycling pace | Are you a beginner or professional biker? we all care with our best efforts to make your trip superb. Enjoy your riding speed from 10km per hour up to as many more as you can. |
| Climate | Rainy season from May to end of October, dry season is the rest of the year; we bike all year round while raincoat is standby in the rain season. |
| What to bring | Sun Block , Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain Gear , Warm clothes in winter, Original Passport, Bike Helmet ( compulsory ), Small backpack , Shoes and shorts for cycling ,Sunglasses , Gloves , Professional Pedal ,Insect repellent ,Wide brim hat ,Bike water bottle (if you don't want to use Indochina Bike Tours’bottle) |
| What included | - Accommodation 3&2 star in tourist towns - Cycling experienced guide - Meal as mention in the itinerary - Support van for transfer & tour with cool box - Snack, water, fruits and cold drink (Coke light) - Boat ticket - All entrance fees |
| What is not included | - International Flights - Departure Tax $25 (international) - Visa Fees $20 (issued on arrival) - Alcoholic, and other beverages - Tips for guides. - Personal travel insurance - Any services not mentioned in itinerary |
| Notice: We can arrange additional customized trips for you if the above itinerary does not match your expectations.
Please advise us of your passport details for visa processing at least 15 days working days in advance. The tour price does not include personal insurance so we highly you to take your own insurance before your departure for our cycling trip covering the cost of medical evacuation by air. And you will need a passport valid for six month and appropriate visas to enter our countries. |
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and meeting in Luang Prabang
Start with a meeting with our specialists and a short sunset ride along town. During our dinner we talk about the trip and answer all questions. Dinner at a wonderful spot along the Mekong river.
Stay overnight in a comfortable guest house.
Activities:
• No biking.
• Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: Biking tour to Kuang Si Waterfall 60 km
A mainly off road ride to the scenic Kuang Si Waterfalls along ethnic villages such as Hmong an Khamu. Enjoy a swim in the clear water basins of the Kuang Si Waterfalls and a short walk in the nearby forests.
Overnight in a comfortable guest house.
Activities:
• 60 biking.
• Meals included: Dinner,Lunch. Dinner
Day 3: Boat ride on the Mekong River to Pak Beng
Today we experience a relaxing boat ride on the Mekong River along scenic landscape to Pakbeng. A great way to see how life is going on in Laos. Take time to see little villages and enjoy the wonderful river landscape along the way. Overnight in guest house,
Activities:
• No biking.
• Meals included: Dinner,Lunch. Dinner
Day 4: Cycling a beautiful road from Pak Beng - Muang Beng 88 km
Probably on one of the best roads of Laos, you start in the narrow valley of the Beng River in the ,northern direction. Following the small river we pass by little villages and nice landscapes as well as great views into the nearby mountainous world.
Cycling in Laos, Laos Biking TourSoon, the landscape is getting open and you will have fine views over rice fields and surrounding mountains. The road is very quiet and just a few cars will pass us during this biking day.
Take your time in villages and local markets to see to daily life on the country side. Overnight in a basic guest house.
Activities:
• 88km biking.
• Meals included: Dinner,Lunch. Dinner
Day 5: Muang Beng - Oudomxai by bike 50 km
On the first part of this stage, you cycle smoothly through wide valleys with great views. After an easy climb of 3 kilometers, you will have a long descent to the valley of Oudomxai. In the afternoon you can cycle to some hill tribe village around the valley of Oudomxai. Overnight in hotel.
Activities:
• 50km biking.
• Meals included: Dinner,Lunch. Dinner
Day 6: Oudomxai - Nong Khiaw cycling the hill country in Laos 110 km
After leaving town, a long but never steep climb will bring you step wise high into the mountains, where Hmong villages are dominating the valleys. Enjoy the great views and the daily life in the Hmong villages who are based in high altitude in this region. After Song Cha, a long descent will bring you to Pak Mong, which is a good place for a lunch break. From Pak Mong, You cycle over a small tar road into the scenic lime stone mountains which are unique in the area around Nong Khiaw. We stay overnight in a guest house with fine views over the mountains and the Nam Ou River.
Activities:
• 110 biking.
• Meals included: Dinner,Lunch. Dinner
Day 7: Nong Khiaw - boat trip Huai Kan - Luang Prabang by bike 66 km
Biking in Laos, a cycling adventureThe day starts with a relaxing 2-3 hours boat ride on the Nam Ou River. Going down stream with fine views over the lime stone mountains, you will ride your bike again from Huai Kan onwards. Following the slightly going up and down road 13, you will cycle to you final destination Luang Prabang. Overnight in a comfortable guest house.
Activities:
• 66 biking.
• Meals included: Dinner,Lunch. Dinner
Day 8: End of cycling adventure through Laos
And optional activities which can be arranged through our office in Luang Prabang town. City biking, Elephant Camp, Trekking, Waterfall visits, Kayaking.
Activities:
• No biking.
• Meals included: Breakfast
