VIETNAM CYCLE NORTH TO SOUTH
12 days ex Australia | Cycling Challenge | Vietnam
RAW Challenges brings you one of the most exciting and spectacular cycling journeys in Vietnam. Hanoi to Saigon is without question, one of the worlds great bike rides.
We witness a real variety of riding and cultural sights as we work our way down the length of Vietnam. At times we will be cycling the scenic highway coastal route and also get off the beaten track into the little visited central highlands with their hill tribe populations. Vietnam is an experience to savour and the bicycle is the ideal way to explore this country of ever changing landscapes, from palm fringed beaches, to ancient towns, fishing villages, misty highlands and bustling Saigon this a trip of real contrasts. This event has enormous appeal to anyone with a sense of adventure and is a worthy goal for cyclists of all levels.
Trip Itineary
- Day 1 - Midday arrival into Hanoi
- Day 2 - Explore Hanoi/Overnight train to Hue.
- Day 3 - Hue. Introductory ride
- Day 4 - Cycling to Lang Co
- Day 5 - Cycling to Hoi An
- Day 6 - Free day in Hoi An
- Day 7 - Cycling to Tam Ky
- Day 8 - Cycling to Quang Ngai
- Day 9 - Cycling/driving to Kon Tum
- Day 10 - Cycling/driving to Pleiku
- Day 11 - Flight to Saigon & celebrate
- Day 12 - Saigon. Evening departure
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What's Included
- Experienced cycling leader and local guides
- All accommodation, twin share
- Support vehicle
- Good quality, multi geared mountain Bike
- Local support team
- Water and snacks on cycle days
- All transport by private vehicle
- Domestic flight & overnight train
- Most meals (see itinerary for details)
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What's Excluded
- International airfares
- Vietnam visa
- Travel insurance
- Tipping for local crew
- Bike helmet & bike water bottle
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On the Bikes
There will be early starts on cycling days. We operate a sweep system whereby the truck that carries the equipment, water and snacks will be out front as the lead vehicle. One of the guides will be the front marker - no one can go in front of this guide. We also have a back marker with the private bus in the rear.
It is not a race and every 20Km or so we will pull up off the road to allow the back of the group to catch up, refill our water bottles and eat some snacks before setting off again. Lunch will invariably be a picnic at the side of the road and we expect to reach our night destination late afternoon. Every evening there will be a briefing as to
the next day's logistics' and timings. Click here for our guide on preparing for cycling tours
More Info?
Need to know more about this trip? Drop us an email or telephone us on (03) 9597 0799.
SEE BELOW FOR FULL CONTACT INFORMATION
Booking
If you're ready to book just click on the date of your departure and complete our simple 3-step booking form online. You can confirm your booking by credit card online or over the phone.
Book Now: 2009 Nov 07 - 2009 Nov 18
Book Now: 2010 Mar 13 - 2010 Mar 24
Fundraise $4500 for the cost of the trip (excluding airfares) for Lifestart Foundation and you just pay a personal deposit of $500 at the time of registering.
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THE AMAZING RACE ACROSS ASIA
11 days ex Saigon | Amazing Race Challenge | Vietnam, Cambodia &
Thailand
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as you and a friend pit yourself against fellow travellers in a race full of fun, excitement and new experiences.
Expect the unexpected as you Race through cities and countryside solving challenges as you go, this is a fun filled event that crosses two international borders and takes you on whole variety of experiences through Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand. You'll see many well known and beautiful places and at other times venture right off the beaten track.
Highlights of the race include Ho Chi Minh city, the Mekong delta, a boat up the Mekong river, the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh, the ancient Temple city of Angkor Wat & Siem Reap, and an exciting finish line in the bustling capital of Bangkok.
You will race in teams of two and face a variety of challenges set for you each day that will involve you interacting with the local culture and people, learning about the awesome places you'll visit, testing your mental and physical prowess but most of all having fun!
You'll find yourself using a variety of local transport on a boat up the Mekong, pedalling a bicycle through Cambodian villages, riding an elephant, or racing a tuk-tuk through the streets of Bangkok. The winner gets $1000 prize money but it's all about the fun and experiences alongthe way.
Trip Itineary
- Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Days 2-3 - Mekong Delta, Vietnam
- Days 4-5 - Phnom Penh, Cambodia
- Days 6-8 - Angkor Wat Cambodia
- Days 9-11 - Bangkok, Thailand
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What's Included
- Daily challenge budget
- Transfers
- All accommodation
- All activities
- Entrance fees
- Western and local support team
- Local Sim cards
- All transport
- Most meals see itinerary for details
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What's Excluded
- International airfares
- Vietnam & Cambodian visas
- Travel insurance
- Personal spending money
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More Info?
Need to know more about this trip? Drop us an email or telephone us on (03) 9597 0799.
SEE BELOW FOR CONTACT INFORMATION
Booking
If you're ready to book just click on the date of your departure and complete our simple 3-step booking form online. You can confirm your booking by credit card online or over the phone.
Book Now: 2009 Nov 29 - 2009 Dec 09
Book Now: 2010 Feb 14 - 2010 Feb 24
Fundraise $4500 for the cost of the trip (excluding airfares) for Lifestart Foundation and you just pay a personal deposit of $500 at the time of registering.
Raw Challenge Contact Information
The offices of RAW Challenges are in Sandringham, Melbourne Australia. Standard enquiries can be made during the hours of 9am to 5pm weekdays only.
Address: 2/24 Bay Road, Sandringham 3191, Victoria, Australia
Telephone: Office: (03) 9597 0210, Facsimile: (03) 9597 0797
Calling from outside Australia: +61 3 9597 0210, Direct line for Dave Reynolds: (03) 9597 0799
Website: www.rawchallenges.com
Email Inquiries: ask@rawchallenges.com
Email Dave: dave@rawchallenges.com
Email Angela: angela@rawchallenges.com
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