Great Motorbike Tour In Vietnam and Cambodia – 21 Days. Indochina, also called (until 1950) French Indochina or French Indochine Française, the three countries of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia formerly associated with France, first within its empire and later within the French Union. The term Indochina refers to the intermingling of Indian and Chinese influences in the culture of the region.

 

Day 1:  HANOI ARRIVAL

Pick up at the airport and transfer to hotel for check-in. If time permits we will take a short city tour by van around Hanoi. Our hotel nearby central is so easy for you to take a walk around. Test your bike for a longer tour before Welcome dinner

Summary:
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi

DAY 2 : HANOI TO MAI CHAU (HOA BINH)

At 8:30 AM pick you up from your hotel at our bike shop and we start our motorbike tour by leaving Hanoi on dyke roads to avoid the heavy traffic around 9 am, we ride our motorcycles west to Mai Chau, an area of beautiful landscape and home to the Thai ethnic minority. We will ride on Highway 6 passing extensive farming lands comprising a sea of paddy fields split by tree-lined roads punctuated by limestone karst scenery. After a light lunch in Hoa Binh Province, we cross Thong Khe, one of the most beautiful mountains passes in North Vietnam then descend to the mountain valley settlement of Mai Chau. After dinner, we join the performance, where you can dance and share a range of special liquors (rice wine) with the locals. Overnight in a house-on-stilts of the Thai people.

Summary:
Distance: 175 km
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home-stay

DAY 3: MAI CHAU TO TAN KY

Say goodbye to the villagers we then head south on a beautiful winding road that follows the banks of the Ma River. After some hours of riding on an undulating quiet road, we join the new Ho Chi Minh Highway. This newly carved route leads us due south, through the remote backcountry, not far from the Laos border. Lunch will be on the way with local foods. In the afternoon we cut eastward towards the coast and stay overnight in the peaceful town of Tan Ky, which is close to where Ho Chi Minh was born. Dinner in a local restaurant and overnight in a hotel.

Summary
Distance: 268 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Tan Ky
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4 : TAN KY TO PHONG NHA

This morning we head inland towards the Laos border after 40min riding we can reach the birthplace of Ho Chi Minh in Kim Lien Village. The place is truly a shrine to the Vietnamese and is visited by a few westerners. After paying respects to Uncle Ho, we head to the HCM Highway via Thanh Chuong District. You cross the Lam River on the Ro Bridge and then drive primarily on the beautiful new highway of Ho Chi Minh. Lunch break in Pho Chau Town, a tiny town about 40km from Thanh Chuong. After lunch, we continue on the quiet highway to Dong Loc Intersection, (the main T- junction for supply lines during the war) which is widely regarded in Vietnamese eyes as the beginning of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. We then pass through the remote backcountry, close to the border, as the scenery steadily becomes dominated by karst limestone rock formations. En route, you will come to Khe Ve Intersection and Pheo – the very first branch of the Ho Chi Minh Trail into Laos. 
Continuing from Pheo, we will arrive in Phong Nha around noon. After lunch in a local restaurant, we board a dragon boat to explore the famous Nature World Heritage Site of Phong Nha cave. After the exploration of Phong Nha cave, our today’s overnight is in a beautiful spot. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Summary
Distance: 350 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Phong Nha National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5 : PHONG NHA TO KHE SANH (QUANG TRI)

Today’s motor ride is also on the new, quiet West Ho Chi Minh trails. Along the way, we will have a short stop at Cemetery to pay respect to the soldiers who fought and died on the trail during the American War. Continuing our motorbike tour west on Highway 9, we will climb into the Truong Son foothills. A bit further, we will come to Huang Hoa, once known as Khe Sanh Base, which was established as a forward base by General Westmoreland near Laos to secure Highway 9. About 3km from Khe Sanh is Ta Con Airbase.
Dinner and overnight in Khe Sanh.

Summary
Distance: 236 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Khe Sanh Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6: KHE SANH TO A LUOI – HUE CITY

Breakfast in Khe Sanh and then head out across the famous Dakrong River Bridge on Rte. 14 Near the town of Ta Rut, we will stop for a visit with the Pa Co people and a walk through their village. From Ta Rut, you head over scenic Pe Ke Pass and then down to A Luoi and down to Hue city. Let you explore dinner in your way.

Summary
Distance: 200 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 7: HUE TO HOI AN (QUANG NAM)

This morning we will ride to Hue's old capital to visit Royal city before riding to Thuan An beach tp Phuoc Tuong pass. Today’s riding is the best riding of the whole route. For the first 85 km along the beach and quiet road, through the stunning scenery of coastlines. There are also two long tunnels and very little traffic. The next 55 km from Phuoc Tuong pass to Danang are on a good road with some gentle climbs of beautiful Hai Van pass. Lunch on the way in a local restaurant. The last 35km of the day riding through Danang city and some busy roads from Danang to the charming ancient town of Hoian. explore dinner on your own and overnight in Hoian.

Summary
Distance: 175 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 8: HOIAN – FREE AT LEISURE

Hoi An, nestled on the banks of the Thu Bon River. Before the river silted up, Hoi An was one of the most important trading ports in Southeast Asia and a center for East-West exchange and trade. The rooftops of Hoian retain a magical old-world Oriental feel and are a favorite subject for Vietnamese artists. In the early 1980s, Hoian’s ancient quarters and historical monuments came under the protection and restoration efforts of UNESCO and the Polish government. Those who wish can ride up to China Beach, where US marines first landed, otherwise enjoy a free day to explore Hoi An by foot or by motorbike taxi. With fine wining and dining (including a range of Hoi An specialties), impressive architecture, fantastic tailoring, endless shopping, and a glorious beach, there is no shortage of activities to indulge in.

Summary
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian Town
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9: HOI AN - MY SON – DONG PHU TO  KHAM DUC (PHUOC SON)

Time to hit the road again! We leave Hoi An in the morning and head to My Son, a world heritage site that is the Cham version of Angkor Wat. Most of the temples are dedicated to the Hindu god, Shiva, considered by the Cham as the founder and protector of their dynasties. From My Son, we will continue along the highway, busy at first, until the road shifts and becomes smaller, although paved. Then the drive becomes challenging, but a lot of fun, and progress is far slower. We will continue riding along the river, but the road itself, new and not very busy, climb up along a very steep valley with the river rushing below. The river below is dotted with unique rock formations and there are waterfalls along the way. Lunch will be in Dong Phu. Leaving Dong Phu, eventually, we will come to the town of Kham Duc or Phuoc Son. Overnight in Kham Duc Hotel.

Summary
Distance: 200 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Kham Duc
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10: KHAM DUC  TO KON TUM

After breakfast in a local restaurant, we continue riding north on Highway 14 today on a bit of a bumpy section of the road to Kon Tum. Today is a day to visit different minority villages. We will ride over Lo Xo Pass, making lots of stops along the way to meet De and Trieng minorities, who live along the Dak Po Ko river. Along the river are many amazing hanging bridges, built by the local people to cross to the opposite shore. Lunch will be in Tan Canh, and we can visit the village of Se Dang, before driving on to Kon Tum.
Along the way, we also pass one of the key towns and battle sites of the Vietnam War – Dak To and outpost Charlie. In Kon Tum we can visit the Catholic church and the orphanage, based behind the Catholic Church in town and run by a group of French nuns. If time permits, you can also visit a beautiful Bahnar village near the town. Overnight in Kon Tum at the Dac Bla Hotel.

Summary
Distance: 190 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Kon Tum
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11:  KON TUM TO BUON ME THUOT

The new Ho Chi Minh Highway was built on the old trail, but from Kon Tum to Daklak, the historic HCM trail (Highway 14C), runs parallel to Highway 14 linking Kon Tum, Pleiku, and Buon Me Thuot. We will continue riding Highway 14 today, finding that traffic is busier than usual. Lunch will be in Pleiku. From here, we ride along the Tun River and up over a pass. Along the way are coffee plantations and the stilt houses of the Central Highland’s largest ethnic group, the Gia Rai. Eventually, we will cross the Nha Rong pass down into Buon Me Thuot, the provincial capital of Dac Lac Province, and the site of the last battle of the Vietnam war in March 1975. At night we can stop by the beer parlors or sample the local coffee grown in the region. It is far and away from the best coffee in Vietnam and worth bringing home. Overnight at the Thang Loi Hotel.

Summary
Distance: 240 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Buon Ma Thuot
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 12: BUON MA THUOT – LAK LAKE – DALAT

This morning, we take a motor ride to Lak Lake on Rte. 27, a small paved road with poor surfacing and quite busy. Here we can have a break for refreshment and troll around by the lake. There are said to be about 31 different ethnic groups in Dac Lac, each with its traditional dress and customs. Some of the villages are known for elephant hunting and taming, some for weaving and other arts. After lunch in Lak Lake, we continue to Da Lat. The road is narrow, winding, but not busy. We have three passes to cross – Krong No, Chuoi, and Phu Son. The drive itself is quite beautiful and lined with dense forests. Late in the afternoon, we will arrive in the hill town of Da Lat. Overnight in Dalat.

Summary
Distance: 200 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Da Lat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 13: DA LAT  TO CAT TIEN NATIONAL PARK

Dalat is known as “The City of Love” and is a favorite holiday resort for Vietnamese as well as the French. With evergreen forests, waterfalls, beautiful lakes, the country’s best flower gardens, and delicious fresh produce, Dalat has always provided a welcome respite from the heat of the lowlands. We can spend the day visiting the highlights of Dalat – its gardens, cathedral, waterfalls, market, Valley of Love, convent, university, and key pagodas. Motorcycle down on road 20, we ride to Cat Tien National Park. This forest area used to be the headquarters of the Vietnamese army during the war. The park suffered historically during the Vietnam War when it was extensively sprayed with herbicides like the defoliant Agent Orange. To this day these areas have extensive bamboo and grassland cover and trees have not yet grown back.

Summary
Distance: 190 km
Accommodation: Guest House in Nam Cat Tien
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 14: CAT TIEN PARK – HO CHI MINH CITY

This is not so long but is a big day as traffic is very crazy when we enter Saigon (HCM City). We ride straight to our hotel. Check-in Afternoon short to visit Ho Chi Minh city by Bus. Explore dinner on your own.

Summary
Distance: 160 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 15: HO CHI MINH CITY – CAN THO

Depart in the early morning to get away from the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) along Highway 1A in a distance of 165 kilometers through tranquil rice paddles with cottages and small houses to Tan An Town. We will stop for a rest and lunch in My Tho, which is a dynamic young city on the bank of the poetic Tien River with prominent features of western Vietnam’s culture. Located 180 km away from HCMC, Can Tho is well-known as a prosperous, modern, and vibrant city where you can take a stroll around and soak up the atmosphere. We plan to arrive at this fascinating land as early as possible to visit the Vietnamese Ancient House, which remains intact for over a hundred years and after various turbulent occurrences in wartime.

Finally, we enjoy a delicious supper on the bank of Hau River and experience the hustle and bustle of nightlife here.

Summary
Distance: 220 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 16:CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET – CHAU DOC

Kick off the second day by running up Ninh Kieu Pier, and taking a boat to Cai Rang floating market, one of the largest fruit markets in Southeast Asia. Take a two-hour cruise and walk to get in the gorgeous landscapes of the quiet countryside, and explore the daily routine and cultural identities of the indigenous people. Afterward, pay a visit to Can Tho’s central market -the largest fruit market in the Mekong Delta region and Binh Thuy's ancient house - one of the most magical ancient houses in Vietnam’s southwest with a blend of Vietnamese and French architectural design. The mysterious stories behind 100-year-old architecture draw many visitors’ attention. Hitting the road to Chau Doc, we’ll drop by a notorious stork garden - Bang Lang. Located 45 km from the center of Can Tho city, Bang Lang Stork Garden in Thot Not District is home to many kinds of birds and storks. This sanctuary will give you a chance to witness thousands of storks spreading their wings against the sunset sky. On arrival at Chau Doc, check in at the hotel and be free to walk around.

Summary
Distance: 140 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Chau Doc.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 17: CHAU DOC – SPEED BOAT TO PHNOM PENH

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, Say goodbye Vietnamese team and bikes you will take a high-speed boat upstream of the Mekong River to Phnom Penh. You can admire the beauty of the Mighty Mekong River with fabulous views of rice paddles, gardens, and local villages along the sides. Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia was once called “the pearl of Asia” but was ravaged by the brutal Khmer Rouge regime. For the time being, Phnom Penh has retained its rustic charm and elegance.

In the afternoon, we’ll be going to explore Phnom Penh’s rich culture and mysterious heritages, particularly the magnificent Royal Palace complex and the notorious Killing Fields of Choeung Ek to learn about the terrible genocide in the late 1970s, the dark side of Cambodian history. On the mass killing site, you can see a 17-story glass memorial tower (stupa) holding more than 5.000 victims’ skulls.

Eventually, spend time for a beer break on the bank of the Mekong River and enjoy the marvelous beauty of nature at sunset. Stay overnight at a hotel in Phnom Penh.

Summary
Distance: 0 km – By speed boat 6 hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 18: PHNOM PENH- BATTAMBANG

7:30 AM Meet at your hotel in Phnom Penh and head straight out from Phnom Penh into the stunning landscapes of rice and coconut trees as we make our way to Oudong Mountain via Phnom Basset. We stop to enjoy fresh watermelon along the way as well as a range of other tasty local snacks. As the day wears on, we see a hill suddenly jut out of the completely flat countryside and this is Oudong, a great place for a meal and a great place for a view of the plains. We’ll see the pottery villages from which, terracotta pots of all sizes are distributed throughout Cambodia. We visit an abandoned airfield from the Khmer Rouge times and we might even try out our hand at some farm work, time permitting. We then take a drive to Battambang, a rural center and home to some interesting french architecture. We take an afternoon ride to see some of these buildings and then take a ride on the famous Bamboo Train.

Summary
Distance: 320 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Battambang
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 19 :BATTAMBANG- SIEM REAP

Today is the last day riding on a motorbike, you will be wishing it not to end, but there is still time to learn about the village industries of Battambang. For this, we meet up with a local university student who will show us around the villages just outside Battambang. The ride is on a lovely route along the river with lots of shade. We stop to see rice paper making, banana drying, rice wine, and prahok production, as well as a stop at the best snack stop in all of Cambodia, the kralanh shop. Here we try sticky rice with coconut and beans which are prepared in a bamboo tube. We return to town in the late morning and after lunch make our way to Siem Reap

Summary
Distance: 175 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 20: ANGKOR WAT TOUR 

Journey into the old city of Angkor Thom tour by car. At its heart is the enigmatic Bayon, an iconic temple of innumerable sculptural decorations. Admire the Elephant Terrace and Terrace of the Leper King before continuing to the atmospheric Ta Prohm. The rest of the afternoon is dedicated to Angkor Wat, the most magnificent preserved of all of Angkor's treasures. Farewell dinner.

Summary
Distance: 0 km
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 21: SIEM REAP- DEPARTURE

Breakfast and free time until pick you up and transfer to airport for international departure. End The Tour.

Tour inclusive of:

• English Speaking Guide cum riding leader.

• 01 Mechanic following for the whole tour

• All airport transfers in and out

• All meals in tour ( B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D = Dinner )

• All entrance fees, boat, and ferry as per itinerary

• Rental Motorbike and helmet with gas as per itinerary

• Accommodation in hotel in twin sharing and Home-stay group sharing in basic.

• Gas, Fuel for all bikes

• All entrance tickets/ Permits to remote areas.

• Flight tickets from Siem Reap to Hanoi

Tour exclusive of:

• Visa to Vietnam

• Visa to Cambodia

• Travel Insurance

• Motorbike damages

• Riding Gear

• All kinds of drinks

• Meals not on tour

• Optional tours

• Tips for guides, drivers, and mechanics.

 

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