Expedition Central Vietnam HIGHLIGHT

Distance: 1860 km

Days: 10 days

Visit the Vinh Moc Tunnels, where an entire village went underground to escape the American bombings. Cross the former border between North and South Vietnam and explore the magical beauty of Phong Nha Cave. Continue along the Ho Chi Minh Highway, tracing the famous trail used during the war, before heading to the mountain town of Khe Sanh. Experience tranquil roads through lush rainforests and discover Vietnam’s hidden history and culture. This journey is a colorful fusion of sights and stories that will leave you wanting more.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hoi An – Hue (190 km)

Visit Cham towers and historic war sites. Ride countryside roads, cross a bamboo bridge, and see local farming life. Optional visit to Marble Mountains and My Khe Beach.

Ride over Hai Van Pass and continue to Lang Co for lunch. Follow the coastline to Hue, visiting fishing villages, Tam Giang Lagoon, and the “City of Ghosts”.

Day 2: Hue – Cua Tung Beach (120 km)

Explore the Imperial City and Perfume River. Visit Huong village to learn incense making and conical hat crafting.

Visit Tu Duc Tomb and cross Tam Giang Lagoon. Stop at Hien Luong Bridge (former North/South border) and visit Vinh Moc Tunnels.

Day 3: Cua Tung – Phong Nha (120 km)

Ride along Ho Chi Minh Highway to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Explore caves and enjoy the stunning karst landscape and underground rivers.

Day 4: Phong Nha – Khe Sanh (240 km)

Ride through jungle landscapes and limestone mountains along the historic Ho Chi Minh Trail.

Day 5: Khe Sanh – Prao (240 km)

Visit ethnic minority villages and relax at natural springs before staying overnight in Prao.

Day 6: Prao – Kham Duc (160 km)

Continue along the trail with stops at waterfalls and explore Vietnam’s highlands and war history.

Day 7: Kham Duc – Kon Tum (250 km)

Ride through mountain roads and ethnic villages to the Vietnam–Laos–Cambodia border. Continue through rubber plantations to Kon Tum.

Day 8: Kon Tum – Mang Den (160 km)

Off-road adventure through remote villages. Visit Ede ethnic communities and experience their unique culture.

Day 9: Mang Den – Quang Ngai (220 km)

Ride through forests and mountains, visit ethnic villages, and enjoy waterfalls and scenic views before reaching Quang Ngai.

Day 10: Quang Ngai – Hoi An (160 km)

Visit My Lai historical site. Ride along the coast, visit local villages, cross rivers by ferry, and return to Hoi An.

Note: Either ride by yourself or sit on the back with one of our experienced riders.

Include & not included

Included

–  Experienced English-speaking guide or French-speaking
–  Motorcycle or semi-automatic scooter
–  Personal, local licensed driver, if required (for pillion passengers)
–  Lunch, Entry fees, International safety standard helmet , Drinking water and soft drinks.

Not included

– Alcohol
– Personal & motorbike insurance (for motorcycle accident)
– Personal expenses/tips
– Damages to motorcycle
– VAT 10%.

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