Have a break from the city and join a light active trip to the outskirts of Hanoi, where you will witness the daily life of the Red River Delta farmers. This cycling tour takes you past the lush Hanoi countryside to picturesque Xuan Phuong village and fertile farmlands of the Red River Delta. Ride to Thay and Tay Phuong pagodas, well presentation of religion architecture in North Vietnam, and indulge in the spectacular scenery of the countryside dotted with rice paddies and villages hidden in bamboos. Step back in time and visit Duong Lam ancient village where the culture and architecture has been preserved intact, representing the ancient civilization of the Red River Delta, experience well-preserved splendid architectures of Son Tay Citadel - a historical relic, Mia Pagoda, temples and much more.

+ Private pick-up & drop-off services

+ Private tour with English or French speaking guide

+ Daily departure from Hanoi

Outlined Itinerary:

7.00: Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Xuan Phuong Village

8.30: Starting biking

10.00: First Stop at Thay Pagoda 

12.00: Continue cycling to Tay Phuong Pagoda

12.30: Lunch at a local restaurant on the pine hill

14.15: Transfer by van to Son Tay Citadel

15.00: Transfer to Duong Lam Ancient village

16.00: Cycling to Mia Pagoda

16.30: Ngo Quyen Temple 

16.45: Va temple

18.00: Biking tour ends at your hotel in Hanoi

 

Detailed Itinerary:       

 

CHARMING BEAUTY OF HANOI COUNTRYSIDE AND RED RIVER DELTA BY BIKE

 

During a full day escape from bustling Hanoi, you will be guided by an escort and experience the beauty of the Red River Delta.  You will visit amazing attractions, getting to know about the local lifestyle, while you relax and soak in a great experience.

 

You will be picked up at the hotel by our van and driven to Southwest Hanoi at Xuan Phuong Village, where you will start biking. You will ride through the rich, fertile farmlands of the Red River Delta on your way to the first destination, Thay Pagoda. Thay Pagoda was built in the 11th Century, during the reign of King Ly Nhan Tong. You will explore its complex of temples, communal houses and pagodas, nestled at the foot of a large limestone cliff formation which is characteristic of the area. It is said that traditional water puppet theatre originated here. You then continue biking to Tay Phuong Pagoda where the unique collection of Buddhist statues has remained intact since the 17^th century. After conquering the 239 stone steps, you will arrive at the main sanctuary and are free to explore. Following that, you have lunch at a local restaurant.

 

In the afternoon, our car will take you to visit Son Tay Citadel (erected in 1822) located in Son Tay Village. The body of the wall was built of hard sandstone with one gate on each side. The wall is surrounded by a 3m deep, 20m wide moat and each corner of the citadel was once armed with cannons. Furthermore, there is the Kinh Thien Palace, which was the resting house of the king.  It also served as residences and offices for provincial leaders, warehouses, and troop camps. Due to the passage of time and the effects of war, parts of the ancient wall were destroyed, but measures to prevent and restore this historic relic have recently been implemented.

 

You will next drive to the Duong Lam ancient village, then start biking to explore the Red River Delta, with its village gates, banyan trees, temples, communal houses, pagodas, and ancient homes more than 300-400 years old.

 

You'll see Duong Lam, an ancient Viet village, famous for its hundreds of brick houses.  You will also visit Mong Phu communal house, Mia Pagoda and Ngo Quyen Temple.  Later, you'll stop and visit a local home, where three to five generations of a family may live!  While you have some tea, you can chat with the owner about the village's history and the traditions of the local people.

 

Next, you will cycle to Va Temple, where you can witness the worship services for our national saint, Tan Vien, who, according to legend, protects the Vietnamese people from the annual inundation.  Your vehicle will meet us at Va Temple and drive you to your hotel in Hanoi, bringing to an end an experience we are sure you will always treasure.

                                                              

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