SpiceRoads sells Ho Chi Minh trail trip

BANGKOK  SpiceRoads introduces a road bike tour on a route that follows the Hoi Chi Minh trail, a former supply route used by the Vietnamese during the second Indochina war in the late 1960s.
In contrast to wartime conditions the roads, today, that run close to what was the twists and turns of the Ho Chi Minh trail, are in good condition. The route offers some decent climbs, making it a perfect ride for any enthusiastic road cyclist.
The tour starts in the capital city of Hanoi and heads to the countryside along the Song Ma River, between limestone karst peaks surrounded by paddy fields, impressive mountain passes and national parks.
inside no 6The route passes many significant sites linked to the Vietnam War including Khe Sanh, the location of the longest and most controversial battle, and a cave , which was used as a hospital and ammunition depot. The tour ends with a beautiful downhill ride to the magnificent imperial city of Hue.
This 11-day tour includes nine days of cycling from 50 to 150 km per day clocking up 922 km by the end of the tour. Though the distances may not be that long some of the climbs are tough and challenging. The roads are 100% tarmac, in good condition and motor traffic is light.
The trip is fully supported with guides ensuring riders always know what is coming up in terms of distance, terrain and sights. There will also be an air-conditioned bus with a constant supply of cold drinks and fresh fruit ready for when riders are in need of a break.
2016 departures
10 January to 20 January
6 March to 16 March
3 April to 13 April
4 September to 14 September
13 November to 23 November
4 December to 14 December
The tour cost is USD2,200 (USD250 single supplement) with an additional USD200 for standard bike rental. Included are accommodation, all meals and drinks and snacks while riding. SpiceRoads is offering a 10% discount on the inaugural 10 January departure.
SpiceRoads is a specialist bicycle tour operator based in Bangkok offering a range of two-wheel tours in 28 destinations worldwide.

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