Motorcycling the Ho Chi Minh Trail - Half Challeng
Article Contributed on: 6/15/2009 3:35:59 AM
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Ho Chi Minh Trail, Vietnam
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8 a.m
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This event takes place every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7/5/2009 through 4/24/2010.
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Travel
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Description:
Hanoi - Mai Chau - Vinh - Huong Khe - Phong Nha - Dong Hoi - Dong Ha - Khe Sanh - A Luoi - Hoi An - Da Nang
11-day trip with 7-day motorcycling
Motorcycling grade: Moderate
Group size:08 persons
The legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail was the supply line used by North Vietnam to link North and South Vietnam during the American War. Soldiers, ammunition, weapons and supplies were carried by hand, bicycle and truck for hundreds of kilometers through the otherwise impenetrable jungle that covered Vietnam's mountainous border with Laos. A testimony to the ingenuity, fortitude and commitment of the northern Vietnamese, the trail slipped from use at the end of the war and was taken back by the jungle. Recent road work that follow original sections of the trail have changed this.
Besides incredible driving, deep in the Vietnamese countryside, this ride takes in the charming ancient trading town of Hoian, Khe Sanh battle site and DMZ. We also take time to stay overnight in a traditional Thai hill tribe and visit to some tribal villages on the way.
Highlights
- Beautiful natural scenery
- Historical sites
- Charming ancient trading town of Hoian
- Just you, no others travelers
- All inclusive
ITINEARY AT A GLANCE
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
Day 2: City tour of Hanoi
Day 3: Ride to Mai Chau/village homestay
Day 4: Head south to Vinh
Day 5: Drive to Huong Khe
Day 6: Drive to Phong Nha for cave exploration / continue to Dong Hoi
Day 7: Ride to Dong Ha
Day 8: Head west to Khe Sanh/ride to Aluoi
Day 9: Long drive to Hoian
Day 10: In Hoian
Day 11: Transfer to Da Nang Airport for departure
Start date | Finish date | Places available |
05Jul09 | 14Jul09 | 8 |
09Aug09 | 18Aug 09 | 8 |
05Sep09 | 14Sep09 | 8 |
11Oct 09 | 20 Oct09 | 8 |
18 Nov 09 | 27Nov 09 | 8 |
10Dec 09 | 19Dec 09 | 8 |
20Jan10 | 29Jan10 | 8 |
02Feb 10 | 11Feb 10 | 8 |
20Mar 10 | 29Mar 10 | 8 |
15Apr 10 | 24Apr 10 | 8 |
PRICE FOR SET DEPATURES
US$ 1579 per person
Single Supplement: US$ 204
Inclusion:
- Support vehicle
- Minsk motorbike 125CC
- Helmet
- Gasoline for the ride
- English or French speaking guide
- Mechanic
- Hotels & Guesthouse based on twin shared
- Homestay permission
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Water & Snacks
- First-aid kit
- Entrance fees & Sightseeing fees
Exclusion:
- Travel insurance
- Visa
- Air-tickets
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Note: Our support vehicle is for emergency and for your safe riding in Vietnam - Most of other tour operators do not offer that. Our trip cost, hence, is a bit high for that reason.
More detail: http://www.activetravelvietnam.com/tour.php?op=detail&tourId=22
Contact Info
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ACTIVETRAVEL ASIA
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