Vietnam · Small-group adventure
Sapa Mountain Biking 3 Days
Tour information
A demanding but rewarding ride through the lesser-seen valleys south of Sapa. Follow terrace roads, forest tracks and village trails with a specialist cycling guide, meeting mountain communities well beyond the usual sightseeing routes.
Day-by-day journey
Tour itinerary
DAY 1Sapa – Muong Hoa Valley – Ban Ho
Ride from Sapa through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai and Su Pan, with a picnic lunch surrounded by mountain scenery. Continue to Ban Ho for dinner and a homestay night. Approximately 43 km, medium grade; no support vehicle on the trail.
DAY 2Ban Ho – Nam Toong – Thanh Phu – Sin Chai
Cycle roughly 48 km on a mix of challenging and moderate roads through Nam Toong, Ta Trung Ho, Thanh Phu and Nam Sai. Pause at village viewpoints and, when conditions allow, relax near the local hot spring before continuing to Sin Chai. Dinner and homestay overnight.
DAY 3Sin Chai – Suoi Thau – Gia Phu – Lao Cai
Complete approximately 40 km of medium-to-difficult riding, including long descents and rural trails through Suoi Thau toward Gia Phu. After lunch, transfer to Lao Cai for a shower, dinner at leisure and your onward night train.
Tour price
From USD 217
Rate based on 2 guests travelling together. Final confirmation is subject to travel dates and service availability.
Peak-season supplements may apply. Please contact ECR Travel for a confirmed quotation.
What is covered
Tour inclusions
Included
- Private Lao Cai–Sapa and Gia Phu–Lao Cai transfers
- English-speaking cycling guide
- Mountain bike and basic repair equipment
- Two basic homestay nights
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners
- Drinking water and shower facilities in Lao Cai
Not included
- Train tickets
- Support vehicle unless separately arranged
- Travel insurance, drinks and personal expenses
- Tips and services not mentioned