Rent A Bike Vietnam. Hanoi Danang - Hanoi

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2 Rent A Bike Vietnam Hanoi Danang - Hanoi

3 Full Route Map It is possible to make this trip in 3 days, however, this does not allow time for stops or for taking photos. If you did this you would spend all your time driving and you would get a pretty sore arse. We recommend that you spend at least 6 days, better off 7 or 8, to allow enough time to really get the most out of the trip and very importantly have rest days in some of the more interesting areas.

4 Costs At the time of writing you will find yourself paying something like the following for general expenses throughout your trip. Disclaimer: These are for indication only and are not intended to be relied on for accuracy. Petrol = 20,000 / litre (most bikes will run around 30km/litre) Water = 500ml / 6-8,000vnd Local Bia = glass / 6-8,000vnd Bottled beer = 30-40,000vnd Budget room or home stay = ,000vnd Mini hotel (basic but clean) = 200,000vnd / can share There are then a whole host of more expensive options but these depend on availability. In areas such as Mai Chau and Phong Nha as well as the main towns on the coast, Sam Son, you can find these options but inland and in the smaller towns you are forced to accept more basic accommodation. However, as many new resorts are being built you will find more choice. You may balk at the cost and relative value of these though. Bowl of noodle soup (pho) = 20-30,000vnd Instant noodles (My Tom) = 20,000vnd Vegetable dish = 50 80,000vnd Meat dish = ,000vnd Cigarettes (Marlboro) = 25,000vnd Bread = 5,000vnd Filter coffee (street) = 15,000vnd Filter coffee (café) = 25,000vnd

5 Tips for generally driving in Vietnam You need to be 18 or over to ride. Wear a helmet. Make sure it has an international safety rating. Remember to ride on the right hand side of the road. Ride confidently. Make clear determined moves across the road to signal yr intended direction. Remember speed kills. Expect the unexpected. Drive defensively, if it is larger than you, give way as it won t give way to you. Use your arms to signal when turning, Indicators are often ignored. Leave early Don t drive at dusk or after if you can help it Don t overload the bike Remember to wave and smile at people Don t drink and drive. Follow the law and the law won t follow you. Honk your horn, a lot! It means, Hello, I m here. not Get out of my way!

6 Tips for driving while in the city Maintain a constant speed and direction. Let the Vietnam ese go around you. They will happily avoid you. Focus more on what is ahead of you, everyone else will, and slow down at intersections. Watch out for people running red lights. They often do. Turning right on red is allowed at many junctions, but not all, look for the signs. Try to go behind any pedestrians crossing the road, and any other obstructions, this will allow both you and them to have free space to move into and maintain flow. Watch out for larger vehicles hiding smaller ones, you will often see a bike pop out from behind a truck. Be careful around schools and look out for both children and parents. They will not be paying attention. Watch out for kids on the roads in generally, particularly those that are running or moving in some way.

7 Tips for driving in the countryside Don t take corners wide. Assume there is a vehicle coming round it. Keep your eyes on the road. The scenery is amazing so be careful. Watch out for wet roads. Stopping distances greatly increase when roads are wet. Be aware that road surfaces will often change unexpectedly. Drive accordingly. Try to avoid driving after dark. The level of danger increase exponentially. Slow down. Dead slow when you see large animals on the road. Don t honk your horn around large animals. It can spook them. Do not swerve to avoid chickens, dogs etc Apply the brakes instead.

8 General Travel Tips There will be power in hotel and guesthouses. Bring an adapter Invest in a battery pack to charge your Smart phone, particularly if you are going to use maps and gps en route. Take waterproofs, poncho and trousers (have them within easy reach) and a small hand towel to wipe the face or visor. Buy a local sim card with 3G capability (use google maps) Always ask and agree to a price before you use any service. If your bike is rented and needs repairs, always get confirmation from the rental service as to who will pay. Try to have small change. Vietnamese are great hoarders of small notes. Hotel Tips Pay for the room when you check in. No need to leave an original passport. A copy will do. Leave early in the morning Don t drive at dusk or after if you can help it Book the evening s room and food, if possible, before lunch time i.e phone ahead.

9 Daily Bike check Check the tyre pressures. Check all lights indicators, brakes, headlight etc Check the chain every day for signs of stretching (you can often hear a rattling sound when coasting, if the chain has stretched). A simple adjustment in any mechanic s shop can be made. Check brakes and clutch for adjustment. Suspension. Check that it moves freely and there are no obstructions. We have listed as many Honda Dealerships as we can find along the route and also at some points near the route. It s a good idea to pop in and ask them to check out the bike every few days as this will make sure you are driving a safe bike and also minimize any potential repair costs. Most places will likely check the bike for free and if they charge it really won t be much. Do it! At some points in the trip it is better to drive on the HCM Highway, but there are not many mechanic s there so you will need to head for the coast if you need to get a fix.

10 Suggested Route Plan Day 1 Hanoi Mai Chau ( Day 1 and 2 could be altered to become Hanoi Tan Ky) Day 2 Mai Chau Tan Ky Day 3 Tan Ky Phong Nha Day 4 Phong Nha Khe Sanh Day 5 Khe Sanh A Luoi / Hue Day 6 Hue / A Luoi Da Nang It is possible to make this trip in 3 days, however, this does not allow time for stops or for taking photos. If you did this you would spend all your time driving and you would get a pretty sore arse. We recommend that you spend at least 5 days, better off 7 or 8, to allow enough time to really get the most out of the trip and very importantly have rest days in some of the more interesting areas.

11 Hanoi Mai Chau: 120km (5hrs driving) Note: Day 1 and 2 could be combined to become Hanoi Tan Ky Route map

12 Directions Take the Hoa Lac Highway to Hoa Lac and then turn south on the highway 21 to Xuan Mai. When reaching Xuan Mai turn right and head West on Highway 6 heading for Hoa Binh. A short way before town you have the choice of taking the bypass or riding through town. If you ride through town you can then take a left turn and head for Hoa Binh Dam. It s an interesting site and you can drive through the dam to the other side and then return over a bridge to continue to Mai Chau. If you take the bypass it is quicker :) The next point to head for is Muong Khen or Tan Lac; the same place. You will need to go over a mountain pass to get here and once down the other side you will come to Tan Lac Hotel and just a little further on a large tree in a junction. Turn right here and head for Tong Dau or Moc Chau. Again you will go over a mountain pass and around 5km out of Mai Chau town there is a viewing spot where you can look out over the whole Mai Chau Valley. Then continue to Tong Dau Junction, where you will find a petrol station, and turn left to head into Mai Chau town. There are two villages to stay at in Mai Chau: Ban Lac and Poong Coong, we recommend Poong Coong as we have friends there. Head for Mai Chau Lodge, which is on the right hand side as you leave town and take the small track leading to either village. Enjoy.

13 Places to stay Uncle Duc s Homestay Add: Nha 25, Ban Poong Coong, Mai Chau Tel: You can expect to stay in a simple place like this. It s very clean and comfortable but communal. These places will offer dinner, around 5-6$ per person, breakfast, around 3$ per person and room, around 5$ per person. It s a good idea to call ahead and let them know roughly when you will arrive and how many are in your group. This is quite basic, budget accommodation and should be easily available in either Lac or Poong Coong village

14 Mai Chau Riverside Resort Add: Ban Village Lạc 2, huyện Mai Châu, Hòa Bình Tel: ; Hotline: Web: This is slightly more up market and will cost a little more than the basic option. There are now many homestays and eco resorts that are being developed in Mai Chau and places like this shouldn t be hard to find. Sol Bungalows Add: Chiềng Châu, Mai Châu, Hòa Bình, Vietnam Tel: This is a much more comfortable option which comes at a price of course. However, sometimes a good hot shower and laundry are appreciated after a hard day on the road.

15 Places to eat You will usually eat in your guesthouse. This will be a shared meal and of quite high standard. Below are some examples of the kind of thing you can expect to be eating. This food is fresh from the market/field and is usually delicious.

16 Thing to do/see Go Lao Waterfall On the way to Hang Kia ( Pa Co Market) and Moc Chau there is a right turn that takes you down to the old highway 6. Here you can find, if you look hard enough Go Lao waterfall and it is possible to climb down and have a swim. Great in the summer heat! Also ask you accommodation for directions to Phung waterfall. Mo Luong Cave A fantastic cave system just 10 metres from the road (no.15), opposite the Mai Chau Lodge. There are some impressive formations and it is a very accessible cave to enter. People working in the rice paddies

17 Thing to do/see Chieu Cave Slightly further out of town than Mo Luong cave but only 350m away, Chieu cave is a little harder to reach and there are some 1200 steps to be climbed up to the entrance. However, there is an impressive view and some interesting formations inside. It is well worth a visit. Pa Co Market Pa Co Market is a short drive out of town on the way to Moc Chau. It is a predominantly Hmong market but you will see other ethnic minorities there, Thai included. Its a great place, offering a view into the ethnic culture and some great photos opportunities. Ask at your accommodation and they will easily find you a guide who can take you to the above places, and others, as well as give you a lot more details and equipment if you need it.

18 View over the valley At 5km before the junction with Tong Dau on highway 6, you will find a small viewpoint with a cafe that is sometimes open. Stop here to get a great view over the valley and a few pictures as a memento. Hoa Binh Dam

19 Honda Dealers Luong Son Add: Tiểu khu 4, Thị trấn Lương Sơn, T.x Hòa Bình, Hòa Bình Tel: Hoa Binh Add: Đường Cù Chính Lan, phường Đồng Tiến - TX Hoà Bình, Hòa Bình Tel: Muong Khen Add: Thị trấn Mường Khến, H. Tân Lạc, Hòa Bình Tel:

20 Mai Chau Tan Ky (250km: 6hrs) Directions A long drive today but directions are simple. Leave your homestay and drive South from Mai Chau heading for the Ho Chi Minh Highway (21) and Co Luong on the highway 15. As you drive South, after around 10km, you will have the choice to keep following the river or turn on to highway 15B. This will take you through Pu Luong National Park and is a great drive. However, it will add a lot of time to your trip and it will mean you end up in Ba Thuoc and then have to turn right and drive south down to get back to the Road to Ngoc Lac. Continuing on the 15 South towards Ba Thuoc, you will cross over the river after around 40km on Cau Na Sai, from then on the river will be on your left not your right. Keep moving southwards. You will meet the 21 in Ngoc Lac and from then on run South on this road. It is fast and easy driving so you should make very good time, but be careful as there are hazards. There is a turn off after around 10km that would be an easier route to get you to Ben En National Park. This is an option as it has accommodation. If you are looking to make good time to Tan Ky, then stick to the 21 and go straight past the park. Now it is simply a matter of heading for Thai Hoa and then Tan Ky, which is about 40km away from Thai Hoa and should only take an hour of driving. If it is getting late take care and consider phoning the hotel to confirm that you are arriving but will be late.

21 Places to stay Volga Hotel Address: Tân Kỳ, Tân kỳ, Nghệ An, Vietnam Phone: It has a working heater, hot water WiFi and a TV all for 200,000 VND ($10.00). It is quite clean and has friendly staffs but no food.

22 Dai Phu Gia Hotel Add: K10 Tan Ky, Nghe An Tel : Web: This is a more comfortable place at the price around 10USD/ day. The hotel has 36 rooms, offers lunch and dinner, about 5USD/ person

23 Places to eat You could have dinner at the hotel (if the hotel offers dinner) or local restaurants around. Here is a restaurant offering good westernised food and great Vietnaese coffee. Kindly note to check the price before placing any order. Thing to do/see Tan Ky has just been developed for some recent years and there are not many things to do apart from few historic places which haven t got any recommendation to visit. It s better for travelers to visit other places on the road and only stay overnight at Tan Ky hotels. Pu Luong National Park

24 Pu Luong National Park Ben En National Park A large wildlife conservation area with several large lakes and many cave systems. There are plenty of options for accommodation here, all provided by the forestry service.

25 Honda Dealers Ngoc Lac Add: Lê Thánh Tông, T.T. Ngọc Lặc, H. Ngọc Lặc, Thanh Hoá Tel: Ba Thuoc / Canh Nang Add: Số 17 - Phố III - T.T. Cành Nàng, H. Cành Nàng, Thanh Hoá Tel: Thai Hoa Add: số 8, Khối Tân Thành, phường Hòa Hiếu, Tx. Thái Hòa, Nghĩa Đàn, Nghệ An Tel: Tan Ky Add: Khối 8, thị trấn Tân Kỳ, Nghệ An Tel:

26 Tan Ky Phong Nha (250km, 7hrs) Make sure you check the bike before leaving and it is a good idea to go into a dealership and have them look at it.

27 Directions Today, you have a massive 275km to ride!! However, this is through very beautiful countryside, which will make it a little easier. Ride on Ho Chi Minh Highway until Pho Chau where you could stop to visit the HCM Trail victory monument which is in fact the real starting point of the HCM Trail ride. Motorcycle all the way to Phong Nha - Ke Bang, the biggest and also the most beautiful cave in Vietnam and Indochina and is now a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. The karst formation of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park has evolved since the Paleozoic (some 400 million years ago) and so is the oldest major karst area in Asia. Subject to massive tectonic changes, the park s karst landscape is extremely complex with many geographic features of considerable significance. The vast area, extending to the border of the Lao People s Democratic Republic, contains spectacular formations including 65 km of caves and underground rivers. Places to stay You could stay at the Phong Nha Farmstay or at one of the smaller hostels or hotels around. Easy Tiger Tel: Web: Address: Son Trach, Bo Trach, Quang Binh, Vietnam About 40km from Dong Hoi along the Ho Chi Minh Highway. If approaching along the Ho Chi Minh Highway, take the turnoff under the large sign for the Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park and you ll see us on the left about 1km from the turn off. Owned by the Farmstay crew, this great new hostel has comfortable dorms, a great bar-resto area, pool table and excellent travel info. Dorm beds, 160,000 VND (8USD) per night in 4 bed dorm rooms with en suite bathrooms, do not have private double rooms. Their tours and trekking options are quite expensive, and you can definitely see the caves by yourself on a motorbike.

28 Jungle Boss Homestay Address: TL20, Phong Nha, Sơn Trạch, Bố Trạch, Quảng Bình, Vietnam Phone: Web: Located in Phong Nha village, Quang Binh, Vietnam, the Jungle Boss homestay is the ultimate gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage site, Phong Nha- Ke Bang National Park, and the world famous cave networks. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and traditional rice fields, the Jungle Boss homestay is a great place from which to enjoy the beauty of the forests, the mountains, and Phong Nha village. Don t have a restaurant at the homestay, however guests are welcome to join meals with the host s family everyday.

29 Places to eat You could eat at the hotel, with the family at the homestay or at local restaurants. For example, Tuan Ngoc Restaurant (opposite to Easy Tiger hostel), Phong Nha bar & restaurant, etc. Thing to do/see Phong Nha cave This cave does not rival Son Doong but it still impressive and has a rating of difficult in terms of exploring it. It is 7,729 metres long and contains 14 grottoes, as well as a 13km underground river. Scientists have surveyed over 40km of passages, but tourists are only allowed in to the first 1.5km.

30 Honda Dealers Note that there is not much on HCM Highway so you will usually need to find a quick fix and then get off the road to the nearest dealership. Vinh Add: 47 Quang Trung, Tp. Vinh, Nghệ An Tel: Do Luong Add: Khối 2, Thị Trấn Đô Lương, Nghệ An Tel: Dung Add: Khối 4, Thị trấn Dùng, Thanh Chương, Nghệ An Tel: Nam Dan Add: Khối Phan Bội Châu, thị trấn Nam Đàn, Nghệ An Tel Huong Khe Add: Khối 1, Thị trấn Hương Khê, H. Hương Khê, Hà Tĩnh Tel Pho Chau Add: Khối 2, thị trấn Phố Châu, Hương Sơn, Hà Tĩnh Tel Dong Hoi Add: 38 Quang Trung, Đồng Hới, Quảng Bình Tel Hoan Lao Add: Tiểu khu 2, thị trấn Hoàn Lão, Bố Trạch, Quảng Bình Tel

31 Phong Nha Khe Sanh Once again check the bike because there is very little on the HCM Highway West in the way of repairs. Also make sure you fill up with a full tank and have water and some small snacks just in case. The Ho Chi Minh Highway West is a technical road with many hills and corners. 240km might not seem like a long way, but if you have ever ridden a motorbike or scooter in Asia you know that distances almost always take longer than expected. Weather can quickly turn into heavy downpours, forcing you to ease off the throttle. You will also probably be stopping for plenty of photo opportunities along the way, slowing down your pace. Because of all these things, we suggest leaving as early in the morning as possible. Preferably just after sunrise. There are no streetlights along the way, and these aren t the kind of roads you are going to want to be riding at night. Leaving early also gives you some time to play with should you have motorbike issues which brings us onto our next tip.

32 Directions Whether you are staying at the Phong Nha Farmstay or at one of the smaller hostels or hotels you will likely need to take the TL 20 / 565 to join back up with the Ho Chi Minh Highway (west). Once you hit the HCM Highway turn south and follow the road. There is no turn or deviation just a beautiful stretch of quiet driving for the next 200km. Head for Huong Hoa and then Khe Sanh and as you come into town you arrive at a T-junction. Turn right and look for the petrol station on your left and you ll see several small hotels also on the left along this road both before and after the market. There s not much choice or difference. Places to stay Thai Ninh Hotel Address: QL9, tt. Khe Sanh, Hướng Hóa, Quảng Trị, Vietnam Thai Ninh Hotel provides 3-star accommodation in Khe Sanh. It also features a coffee bar, and valet parking. It is a basic hotel at a basic price, not many choices here. Khanh Phuong Hotel Add: 26 Hùng Vương, Khe Sanh, Việt Nam Khanh Phuong Hotel is a large modern building on the edge of town. It s about VND (13 USD) for a double room. Highly recommended!

33 Places to eat There are few places to stop off and buy food or water between Phong Nha and Khe Sanh, and the ride could take upwards of 10 hours, depending on the speed you go, weather and potential breakdowns. Make sure you pick up extra water and food to take with you along the way. A banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) is cheap and easy to carry. You could have dinner at the hotel or local restaurants in Khe Sanh. Followings are some special dishes at Quang Tri. Thing to do/see Khe Sanh Combat Base Khe Sanh Combat Base was a United States Marine Corps outpost south of the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone used during the Vietnam War. It is a must (and probably the only available) visit in Khe Sanh area.

34 Honda Dealers Kien Giang Add: Tổ dân phố 8, thị trấn Kiến Giang, Quảng Bình Tel: Hoan Lao Add: Tiểu khu 2, thị trấn Hoàn Lão, Bố Trạch, Quảng Bình Tel:

35 Khe Sanh A luoi or Hue (180km = 6 hours) Directions You could reach A Luoi or Hue via Ho Chi Minh trail but if time permits, it s better to leave the Ho Chi Minh trail to ride along the historical road No 9 along the Dakrong river. The motorbike ride is straight to the eastern side of Vietnam along the 17th parallel where you can visit the Hien Luong bridge a symbol for the border between the north Vietnam and south Vietnam, Vinh Moc tunnels and where you can have short motorbike ride on coastal roads which offers different view from the ride on Ho Chi Minh trail days before. Stay at Hue - Hotel.

36 Places to stay Hue Backpackers Hostel Add: 10 Pham Ngu Lao St, Hue, Vietnam Phone: This is a great place to stay. Prices for a mixed dorm start off at $8. There is a vibrant bar downstairs which normally continues into the early hours. HueNino Hotel Address: 14 Nguyễn Công Trứ, Phú Hội, Thừa Thiên Huế, Vietnam Phone: Web: Located in the central area of Hue city, Hue Nino hotel is very convenient for sightseeing, shopping and entertainment. The price for a standard double room is 10USD / night.

37 Places to eat Hue city is the old capital of Vietnam, and the best way to explore its culture is through its unique cuisine with lots of typical local dishes. Travelers visiting Hue City should not miss the chance to discover its cuisine, its culture and enjoy the local street food. Here are some original foods at Hue. Com Hen Bun Bo Hue Baby mussels or basket clams with leftover rice. Normally served at room temperature. Bún bò Huế or bun bo is a spicy Vietnamese soup containing rice vermicelli and beef. Definitely worth trying. Banh Beo Banh Khoai Small steamed rice pancake in Vietnamese cuisine. It is white in color and typically features a dimple in the center, which is filled with savory ingredients including chopped dried or fresh shrimp, scallions, mung bean paste, crispy fried shallots, fish sauce, rice vinegar, and oil. This looks very much like Banh Xeo but it is smaller and there is more filling inside. Made with cheap ingredients and eaten with vegetables and dipping sauce, they require a lot of time for preparation.

38 Thing to do/see Imperial City Hue A walled fortress and palace in the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Protected by fortified ramparts 2 kilometers by 2 kilometers, and ringed by a moat it is an impressive and interesting stop on any tour. Tombs of the Emperors There are seven imperial tombs in Hue: Gia Long, Minh Mang, Thieu Tri, Tu Duc, Duc Duc, Dong Khanh, and Khai Dinh ordered chronologically, with Minh Mang, Tu Duc and Khai Dinh are the most interesting, recommended for tourists. Thien Mu Pagoda A historic temple in the city of Huế invietnam. Its pagoda has seven stories and is the tallest religious building in Vietnam.

39 Things to do/see, A luoi: There are not many sights to see in this area and most are connected to the war with the Americans. Many historical names that may be familiar are such as: A Shau, Signal Hill (Dong Re Mountain), and Hamburger Hill (A Bia Mountain), though these will be hard to find.

40 Honda Dealers HEAD Datraco 3 Add: 5 Đống Đa, Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên - Huế Tel: HEAD Đại Nam Add: 170 Nguyen Trãi, P. Tâp Lộc, Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên - Huế Tel: HEAD Tân Quốc Hùng Add: Số 128 & 121 Hùng Vương, Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên - Huế Tel: HEAD Lộc Thịnh 2 Add: Tiểu khu 10, thị trấn Tứ Hạ, H. Hương Trà, Thừa Thiên - Huế Tel: HEAD Huy Tuấn Add: 45 An Dương Vương, Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên - Huế Tel: HEAD Lộc Thịnh Add: Khu 1, Quốc Lộ 1, thị trấn Phú Bài, H. Hương Thủy, Thừa Thiên - Huế Tel: HEAD Hồng Phú Add: Số 10 đường Bến Nghé, Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên - Huế Tel: TAN QUOC HUNG COMERCIAL CO Add: Số 128 & 121 Hùng Vương, Tp Huế Tel: MB:

41 A luoi / Hue Danang (145km = 5hours) Directions Coming from Hue there are two routes out of the city. The shorter route involves negotiating a bit of traffic to find your way out of Hue City and onto Highway 1. Once on the highway this will take you all the way to the bottom of the Hai Van Pass at Lang Co. Highway 1 is notoriously busy, dirty and dangerous. But in general this is only true around the major cities outside of large urban areas it can be relatively quiet and even scenic. The lower line on the map below the (shorter) route from Hue to the Hai Van Pass via Highway 1.

42 The other option out of Hue is longer but much quieter. Head northeast out of town along the south bank of the Perfume River (the opposite side to the Imperial Palace) towards the Thuan An Peninsular. After crossing thebridge, turn right and continue along this long road (which runs the length of Thuan An Penisular) until Vinh Hien/Hien Van. At Hien Van there is a bridge across the mouth of Dam Cau Hai Lagoon. Once over the bridge, bear right along the road following the lagoon shore, until it meets Highway 1 near Phu Loc. Turn left onto Highway 1 until you reach Lang Co. Bear right before the big tollgates at the end of town. The road goes over a bridge, bears left and starts the ascent up the Hai Van Pass. The upper line on the map below shows the (longer) route from Hue to the Hai Van Pass via the Thuan An Peninsular. You will join the National Highway 1 and head up the Hai Van Pass (Cloudy Pass) before the World Heritage site of Hoi An an important trade center in South East Asia in the 16th and 17th centuries. It is just short motorbike ride to Hoi An but it could be the highlight of the Ho Chi Minh trail motorcycle tour because it offers a nice ride on the most beautiful coastline in Vietnam. You should keep on riding along the coastal line via Hai Van Pass, where you could look down from the top to view the splendid beauties of Lang Co beach and ocean then time to refresh yourself by a cup of coffee before heading straight to Da Nang. Overnight in Danang Hotel

43 Places to stay Funtastic Danang Hostel Address: 115 Hải Phòng, Thanh Khê, Đà Nẵng, Vietnam Phone: Dan Oasis Address: A2.3 Hoang Sa St, Da Nang, Vietnam Website: Dan Oasis is a great option for travelers looking for a clean & super comfortable place to rest their head at the end of a long ride. The building itself feels modern without the pretentiousness and offers and inviting atmosphere. Location is well suited at north end of the beach right before you reach Sun peninsula, which makes the view of the Buddha statue at night quite grand. The price is about $40 per night for a double room.

44 Places to eat Banh xeo and mi quang are two of various special dishes at Danang And don t forget to enjoy seafood here which is really awesome and fresh at reasonable prices

45 Thing to do/see Ba na hills My Son sanctuary Accessed most easily by cable car, which holds 4 world records including being the longest single-wire cable car system this is an interesting day trip up the hill and also to see the Fantasy Land that has been constructed there. Built between the 4th and 13th centuries My Son has an interesting style linked to Indian Hinduism and was the religious and political capital of the Champa kingdom. Son tra peninsula Hoi An Also known as Monkey Mountain and once Angels Landing this headland is a conservation area that has remained undeveloped and shelters Danang from sea winds. Some beautiful and quiet roads here for driving but not with passengers due to the steep incline. Lying around 30km from Danang this is a world heritage site that is full of tourists. A very scenic little town but a quite commercial nowadays. The old quarter and the beach are certainly worth a visit.

46 Honda Dealers HEAD Datraco 1 ĐC: Hoàng Hoa Thám, Q. Thanh Khê, Tp. Đà Nẵng ÐT: HEAD Hiếu Nga ĐC: 317, 319 đường Hoàng Diệu, Hải Châu, Tp. Đà Nẵng ÐT: HEAD Tường Phát ĐC: 153 Phan Chu Trinh, Q. Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng ÐT: HEAD Tường Phát 2 ĐC: Điện Biên Phủ, Thanh Khê, Đà Nẵng ÐT: HEAD Fococev 1 ĐC: 53E Núi Thành, Q. Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng ÐT: HEAD Quốc Tiến ĐC: Tôn Đức Thắng, Cẩm Lệ, Đà Nẵng ÐT: HEAD Hiếu Nga 2 ĐC: Hùng Vương, Q. Hải Châu, Tp. Đà Nẵng ÐT:

47 This ride, Hanoi Danang or vice versa, is a fantastic trip taking you through some of the most scenic countryside that Vietnam has to offer and certainly through the most historic part of the country. In order to enjoy it and get the most out of your trip, we recommend you take your time, stop as much as you can to take photos and interact with the locals and most importantly of all DRIVE CAREFULLY AND SAFELY. Take the extra time, go slow and if it means it takes an extra day, who cares? Then you will have the luxury of being a day late and arriving safely rather than injured or worse. Seriously, this is a dangerous trip and travelling on the Vietnamese roads, let alone driving a motorbike is a hazardous venture. You need to take it seriously and be cautious. That being said it is probably one of the most adventurous things you have considered in a long time and will be one of the most memorable things you will do in your life. YOLO Rent-A-Bike Vietnam 27/52 To Ngoc Van Hanoi 131 Le Dinh Ly Da Nang rentabikehn@gmail.com