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Ha Long Bay Loop

a 120-kilometer jaunt embracing Ha Long Bay's allure - a UNESCO masterpiece
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The Ha Long Bay Loop is a 120-kilometer (75-mile) loop that takes you around the UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay. The route starts and ends in Cat Ba Town, and it passes through some of the most beautiful scenery in Vietnam.

Originating from the heartbeat of Cat Ba Town, this voyage meanders, presenting to you Vietnam's visual symphony. While the path predominantly kisses the ground, sporadic hills surge, challenging your mettle.

Initially, coast along Ha Long Bay's fringes. Here, limestone karsts rise, narrating tales of eons past. Transition then into Cat Ba National Park's embrace. Forests, dense and verdant, waterfalls whispering secrets, and rice paddies glistening await you.

The Ha Long Bay Loop? It's not merely a ride. It's a tantalizing dance with nature, beckoning both the novice and the seasoned.

Here are some of the highlights of the Ha Long Bay Loop:

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Limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay

  • The Cat Ba National Park: This park is home to lush forests, waterfalls, and rice paddies. It is a great place to see the local wildlife.

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Cat Ba National Park in Vietnam

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Fishing villages of Ha Long Bay

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Beaches of Ha Long Bay

Halong Biking Tips

  • Ensure your bike's health: thorough inspections are key.

  • Prioritize safety with a robust helmet.

  • Keep an unwavering focus; Vietnam's roads are filled with unpredictability.

  • Tune into the local horn symphony; it's a language of its own.

  • Although the Vietnamese follow the right side, always be prepared for sudden appearances from all directions.

Road cycling routes

Tam Coc - Mai Chau Loop
Tam Coc - Mai Chau Loop

The Tam Coc - Mai Chau cycling route is a 70-kilometer (43-mile) route that takes you through the beautiful rice paddies and limestone karsts of the Tam Coc region. The route is mostly flat, with some short hills.

Mui Ne - Phan Thiet Loop
Mui Ne - Phan Thiet Loop

The Mui Ne to Phan Thiet cycling route is a 35-kilometer (21-mile) route that takes you through the beautiful beaches and sand dunes of Mui Ne. The route is mostly flat, with some short hills.

Da Nang - Hue Loop
Da Nang - Hue Loop

The Da Nang to Hue via Hai Van Pass cycling route is a 132-kilometer (81-mile) route that takes you over the Hai Van Pass, one of the most scenic roads in Vietnam. The route is mostly downhill from Da Nang, but there is a short but steep climb up the Hai Van Pass.

Hoi An - Da Nang Loop
Hoi An - Da Nang Loop

The Hoi An - Da Nang Loop is a 50-kilometer (31-mile) loop that takes you from the historic town of Hoi An to the bustling city of Da Nang. The route is mostly flat, with some rolling hills.

Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta Loop
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta Loop

The Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta cycling route is a 166-kilometer (103-mile) route that takes you from the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta, a vast river delta with a unique culture and landscape. The route is mostly flat, with some rolling hills.