Vietnam Cycling Tour: Long Tan Cross, Ho Tram, Vung Tau & Can Gio

Enjoy a leisurely morning at your own pace, with time to relax on the beautiful beach of Ho Tram. After checking out, savor a fresh seafood lunch before getting ready for an exciting afternoon of cycling through the scenic countryside of Ba Ria–Vung Tau.

Leaving the coast behind for a short transfer to rural village, and begin our ride along quiet paved roads, passing verdant vegetable gardens, tropical orchards, and picturesque rice fields. Pedal alongside peaceful canals and through vibrant rural villages, where everyday scenes offer an authentic glimpse into local life. A short 2 km section takes us through a small town before we return to the tranquility of the lush countryside.

The highlight—and challenge—of today’s ride is the climb toward Minh Dam Mountain. The approximately 3.5 km ascent follows a twisting mountain road, gradually taking us to an elevation of around 226 meters. Take your time, settle into a comfortable rhythm, and enjoy the rewarding ride through the green surroundings.

At the top, we stop for a well-earned coffee and refreshment break, with snacks, fresh fruit, and cold drinks waiting for you. From here, take in sweeping views over Long Hai Beach, the coastline, and the fertile green plains stretching toward the horizon—a wonderful reward after the climb.

After approximately 25 km of afternoon cycling, we finish the day's ride and board the support vehicles for a comfortable transfer to Vung Tau City, bringing a memorable day of coastal scenery, rural landscapes, and mountain cycling to a close.

Following an early breakfast, we leave the seaside city of Vung Tau behind and board a high-speed ferry across Ganh Rai Bay to Can Gio. As we cruise across the water, enjoy panoramic views of Vung Tau’s coastline gradually fading into the distance.

Upon arrival in Can Gio, a short shuttle transfer takes us to Monkey Island, where we stroll beneath the forest canopy and encounter the island’s famously playful macaques in their natural surroundings. We also visit the Rung Sat Museum to gain insight into the fascinating history and ecology of this remarkable mangrove region.

From here, we continue by shuttle to Dan Xay Bridge, where a private boat awaits. With our bicycles safely on board, we cruise deep into the Can Gio Mangrove Forest, often described as the “green lung” of Ho Chi Minh City. This peaceful boat journey reveals a completely different side of southern Vietnam, with narrow waterways winding between dense mangroves, water palms lining the riverbanks, and vast wetlands stretching into the distance. Our boat journey brings us to Vam Sat Ecotourism Area, where we stop for a well-earned lunch surrounded by the tranquility of the mangrove forest.

In the afternoon, it is time to get back in the saddle. We cycle along quiet rural roads and riverside trails, discovering the authentic countryside of Can Gio along the way. The route takes us through peaceful villages, past local fish farms and shimmering salt fields, offering glimpses into the traditional livelihoods of communities shaped by the surrounding rivers, wetlands, and sea. As we pedal toward the Saigon River, the landscape gradually changes from remote countryside to the outskirts of the city. Our cycling adventure concludes when we reach the main road, where we board our support vehicle for the final transfer to Ho Chi Minh City.

It is a wonderfully varied day combining ferry crossings, mangrove exploration, local culture, river scenery, and rewarding cycling—an unforgettable transition from Vietnam’s coast and wetlands to the energy of Ho Chi Minh City.