The Trails of Dalat tour is a scenic journey through the jewel of the central highlands. The trip starts in the north of the city and takes us is over Victory Lake into some forest single track and have some magnificent views of Langbian the highest mountain in the area at 2169m. This trip has many climbs, and what goes up must come down so there are some great descents - but be careful.
This tour takes into the countryside where few westerners ever travel and we see the hill tribe people (Montagnards) of whom many are still in traditional dress, so be prepared to smile and wave as you pass.
We stay in the wonderful city of Dalat (river of the Lat Tribe) which is well known in Vietnam as the place to honeymoon. It also has a thriving community of artists which makes for a varied and interesting city well worth exploring. This city is also known as the City of Eternal Spring and its temperate climate makes it pleasant year round.
Trip Profile: We ride approximately 90 km mostly on off road tracks, forest paths and single track. This is a challenging mountain bike trip with tough climbs and spectacular descents. It is suitable for people who are fit, have off road experience and enjoy a mountain bike challenge in a beautiful environment.
Our guides are knowledgeable on the local area and customs and explain the history, culture and local way-of-life each time we stop.
Your Itinerary (4 days / 3 nights Starting and finishing in Saigon)
Day 1: Arrive/meet in Saigon and catch morning flight to Dalat. Cycle through small country farms and pine forest, and climb to Truc Lam Meditation Pagoda and its gardens.
Day 2: Ride over Victory Lake through forest paths along the highest mountain in the area, LangBian (2169 m top summit).
Day 3: Ride through rose farms, pine forested valleys and 2 minority villages, Dangit and Pan Tin. Continue to cycle through jungle to Ta Nung. Transfer back to Dalat.
Day 4: Transfer to the airport for flight back to Saigon.
* Facts & Figures:
- Total Distance-88 km.
- Number of Days-4 days / 3 nights.
- Number of Cycling Days-Two full days and one half-day.
- Road Surface-This tour follows a mix of single track, off road tracks roads and forest paths. Since there are technical sections, off-road experience is required.
- Support-Due to the nature of the trails it is not possible for a support vehicle to follow on any part of the route, but can easily be summoned if the need arise. The guide will bring spares and tools to make the trip self sufficient.
- Group Size-Minimum 2. Maximum 12.
- Staff-English-speaking guide, drivers and assistants. For groups of 6 or more an extra local bike guide also joins.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Tour Cost-Option 1: USD $420 - Novotel / Single Supplement USD $105
Option 2: USD $575 - Sofitel / Single Supplement USD $295
Price Includes:
- All meals except for dinner on Day 1 and Day 4
- Bike Hire (Quality Western Mountain bikes)
- Accommodations
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