This review is written in the context of being a regular cyclist and having cycled with Exodus “Coast to Coast India” and “Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama”.
This trip definitely ranks third in that list. Vietnam is a long, thin country, with 1000+ miles from HCM to Hanoi – it is unclear on what basis the 320 cycling miles on this trip were chosen. Many days the routes are long and featureless, the riding punctuated by aggressive air horns from passing lorries. Some days felt like cycling for cycling sake – starting at a random point out of town, and finishing somewhere equally random.
Long periods on the bus.
That said the segments of cycling along quiet backroads, through traditional fishing villages etc was delightful.
Days are full on – early breakfast and start and late arrivals into destinations leaving very limited chance to appreciate the towns and facilities.
The stops at Whale Island, Hoi An were a welcome relief. The trip to Ha Long Bay at the end was superb.
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Enjoy the best of Vietnam on two wheels
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Explore rich Sri Lankan history and culture by bike
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Cycle through 3 countries from Thailand to Vietnam
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Cycle from the Western Ghats to the idyllic coastline of Kerala
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Cycle through two distinctively different Indian states
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Gentle cycling along the tropical Keralan coastline
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Uncover the best of Vietnam cycling from south to north
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Hop on the saddle for a full immersion in the Land of Kings
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Multi-country Asian cycling adventure – Extra meals and hand-picked leaders