Mountain biking excursion in the Mekong Delta in Vietnam
In summary
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Sports
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Duration4 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationVietnam / Ho Chi Minh
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions58.49 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
English
In a few words
Embark on an immersive cycling adventure in the heart of the Mekong Delta , where winding rivers , lush coconut groves , and colorful floating markets create a unique landscape. From bustling Ho Chi Minh City , you'll reach the peaceful villages and verdant islets of southern Vietnam, cycling through a mosaic of rural trails , past Khmer temples , and traditional ferries .
This four-day tour offers an authentic local experience: an overnight stay on An Binh Island , encounters with locals, and exploration of the Can Tho floating market , a living symbol of the Mekong River. Each stage unfolds at a leisurely pace , perfect for observing everyday Vietnamese life.
Ideal for lovers of nature, culture , and sustainable travel , this trip combines active escape with genuine encounters . A complete immersion in South Vietnam , between land and water, for lasting memories.
The highlights
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Immersion in southern Vietnamese culture
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Discovering the Mekong Delta
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Ideal for families
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Sport
Level
Mountain biking and e-mountain biking
In figures
MOUNTAIN BIKING
- Average distance/day: 49 km
Management
Our cycling guides and mechanics play a central role in making your experience unique and memorable. They are not only in-house experts but also perfectly bilingual in English to guarantee clear and easy communication. What sets them apart, however, is that they are regularly tested on various criteria such as their cycling knowledge, fitness levels, and area of expertise. This is done to ensure you receive the best advice, support, and friendship throughout your journey with Mr Biker Saigon.
Program
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Hcmc - cai be - vinh long
- Transportation Minibus - 01h15
- Activity MOUNTAIN BIKING
- Distance 50 km
- Accommodation Staying with a local resident
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
At 7:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred by van for a 75-minute drive to My Tho, a riverside town that serves as the gateway to the Mekong region. Enjoy a coffee break in My Tho while the Mr Biker team makes final adjustments to your bike. Your ride will begin with a guided tour through the region's tropical fruit farms. As you travel along the flat concrete paths beside the canals, the vegetation will gradually become denser, and the smaller tributaries will merge with the larger branches of the Mekong River. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to visit a local Vietnamese market selling locally grown produce. After a traditional lunch at a village restaurant, you will depart by boat for your overnight accommodation on An Binh Island. On the lush island, you will have a free afternoon to wander and explore at your own pace.
Day 1 -
Vinh long - tra vinh
- Transportation Minibus - 01h
- Activity MOUNTAIN BIKING
- Distance 45 km
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After breakfast, at 8:00 AM, we'll take a short boat trip to meet our driver for a one-hour van transfer to Ben Tre, a town famous for its Mekong coconuts. We'll visit a factory producing the town's specialty: coconut candy. After the factory tour, we'll travel along a flat, paved path, offering glimpses into daily life along the Mekong River. We'll cycle through Mekong villages, filled with local architectural styles and cheerful residents, as well as colorful landscapes of rice paddies and coconut plantations. Finally, we'll board a ferry to cross the wide Co Chien River. While on the ferry, you can relax and enjoy the refreshing river breeze. A delicious Mekong-style lunch will be served at a local restaurant before we cycle through peaceful and beautiful coconut farms. Next, we will arrive at a ferry point and be transported to the Khmer-dominated town of Tra Vinh, where we will shower and spend the evening enjoying the local nightlife and local specialties.
Day 2 -
Tra vinh - can tho
- Transportation Minibus - 01h
- Activity MOUNTAIN BIKING
- Distance 50 km
- Accommodation 4-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
The van will depart from the hotel at 7:30 am for an exploration of Khmer culture, which boasts numerous historical, cultural, and architectural sites in the region. After your cultural exploration, you will travel along small country roads, passing through villages and small farms. Following lunch in the rural district of Cau Ke, you will take a short transfer to your accommodation in Can Tho, a small but vibrant city in the heart of the Mekong Delta. Spend the afternoon and evening experiencing the sights, sounds, smells, and flavors of Can Tho and its nightlife, including the city's famous night markets.
Day 3 -
Can tho - return to HCMC
- Transportation Minibus - 03h
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
After an early breakfast, more adventures await! Leaving Can Tho, we'll take a one-hour boat trip to explore the famous Cai Rang floating market. After visiting the market, you'll board a van and head back to your hotel. Enjoy a well-deserved lunch on the way back, and then you'll be transferred directly to Saigon, approximately a 3-hour drive away.
Day 4
Note
Enhance your trip by booking this excursion. However, we do not recommend flying for such a short duration.
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodation (4-5 star hotels / homestays)
- English-language cycling guide
- Private transport with professional driver and equipment
- Mountain bikes of all sizes + helmet
- All cycling equipment (helmet, tool kit, bottle cage)
- Welcome kit - Mr Biker Saigon water bottle, practical backpack and T-shirt
- Entrance fees
- Boat trip in Can Tho
- Support vehicle + mechanic (for groups of 6 or more cyclists)
- Snacks & soft drinks, fresh fruit on cycling days
- Meal as mentioned
The price does not include
- Airport transfer (round trip)
- Visa
- International airfares
- Early arrival at the hotel / late departure
- Transporting oversized luggage
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tip
Options
- Electric mountain bike : CHF42.77 / unit
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- High-quality mountain bikes, all sizes
- Helmet
- Mr Biker Saigon Water Bottle
- Practical backpack
- Mr Biker Saigon T-shirt
- Mr Biker Saigon cycling jersey
Equipment to bring
- Bicycle helmet (mandatory)
- Cycling gloves
- Cycling glasses
- Cycling shoes
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunscreen
- Camera
- Replacement batteries for the camera
- Toiletries kit. Suggestions: toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, moisturizer, razor and shaving cream, tampons, etc.
- Bicycle kit (if you bring your own bicycle)
- Please note that if you have a high-tech bike (with full suspension, disc brakes, hydraulic brakes) we do not have the tools or parts to repair these components, please bring your own.
Clothing to bring
- Cycling jerseys (long or short sleeves depending on the season)
- Padded cycling shorts