- Base Experience (shared across all routes)
Cycle along Đồng Thái Lake – A vast body of water stretching at the foot of the impressive Tam Diệp mountain range, Đồng Thái Lake retains a rare, untouched beauty. Surrounded by peaceful fishing villages and rugged limestone peaks, it feels like a “forgotten world”, where life drifts by slowly and serenely.
Pass through authentic villages & rice paddies – Observe daily life at a gentle pace.
Enjoy a home-style northern lunch at Chez Thành – interact with a welcoming family, discover rural customs, and share a home-cooked northern-style meal.
- Highlights of All Routes:
Pristine landscapes: Lakes, limestone peaks, rice paddies, and peaceful canals.
Flexible itineraries: Distance, pace, and stops can be customized in advance.
Authentic Tam Coc Garden service: Discreet, high-quality, and deeply connected to local culture.
Professional guide: Ensuring safety, insightful storytelling, and meaningful cultural exchange.
- Note: These are sample itineraries – actual timings may vary depending on weather and real-time conditions.
Đồng Thái → Hảo Nho → Yên Mạc → Phát Diệm Cathedral → Tam Coc Garden
Distance: ±13 km (~1h30 with stops)
Best for: Travelers seeking a balanced blend of landscape, culture, and history
Overview: Cycle along the serene Đồng Thái Lake, through peaceful villages and farmland, and visit the 19th-century Hảo Nho stone church with its unique blend of Vietnamese and Western design. Pause in Yên Mạc for a warm, home-style northern lunch at Chez Thành with a local family. End the day at Phát Diệm Cathedral, a stunning fusion of Gothic towers and Vietnamese pagoda roofs, before returning to Tam Coc Garden.
Detailed Itinerary:
- 08:00 – 08:40: Transfer from Tam Coc Garden to Đồng Thái Lake (~40 min).
- 08:50 – 09:50: Cycle along the peaceful dike of Đồng Thái Lake – mirror-like waters, limestone peaks, and quiet fishing villages. Then, move forward to the Hao Nho Church.
- 10:00 – 10:30: Visit the 19th-century Hảo Nho Stone Church, blending European design with Vietnamese motifs.
- 11:00 – 13:00: Arrive in Yên Mạc village for a warm, home-style lunch at Chez Thành.
- 13:30 – 15:00: Transfer by car to Phát Diệm Cathedral – a monumental stone-and-wood complex of East–West architectural harmony.
- 15:30 – 16:00: Return to Tam Coc Garden.
Đồng Thái → Yên Mạc (hands-on craft activity) → Phát Diệm Cathedral → Tam Coc Garden
Distance: ±10 km (~1h15 with stops)
Best for: Families and travelers seeking a gentle ride focused on authentic cultural experiences
Overview: A leisurely cycling route through peaceful countryside and Đồng Thái Lake, highlighted by a hands-on cultural encounter in Yên Mạc village. Here, you’ll learn the age-old craft of sedge weaving – turning humble reeds into mats and baskets – or discover the art of making votive paper, a tradition deeply rooted in Vietnamese spiritual life. A warm family lunch completes this intimate cultural exchange.
Detailed Itinerary:
- 08:00 – 08:40: Transfer from Tam Coc Garden to Đồng Thái Lake (~40 min).
- 08:50 – 10:00: Cycle along Đồng Thái Lake, passing quiet hamlets and rice paddies.
- 10:00 – 11:30: In Yên Mạc village, join a hands-on workshop: sedge weaving or votive paper making.
- 11:30 – 13:00: Enjoy a warm, home-style lunch at Chez Thành.
- 13:30 – 15:00: Transfer by car to Phát Diệm Cathedral – visit a monumental stone-and-wood complex of East–West architectural harmony.
- 15:30 – 16:00: Return to Tam Coc Garden.
Yên Thắng Lake → Đồng Thái → Hảo Nho → Yên Mạc → Phát Diệm Cathedral → Tam Coc Garden
Distance: ±22 km (~2h00 with stops)
Best for: Active travelers who want to spend more time immersed in Vietnam’s northern countryside.
Overview: An extended cycling loop through Yên Thắng Lake, Đồng Thái Lake, Hảo Nho Church, and Yên Mạc village before reaching Phát Diệm Cathedral. This route allows more time to soak in rural landscapes, breathe in the fresh air of open fields, and connect more deeply with the life of the Red River Delta. A warm local lunch and cultural interaction add a personal touch to this active adventure.
Detailed Itinerary:
- 08:00 – 08:30: Transfer from Tam Coc Garden to Yên Thắng Lake (~30 min).
- 08:30 – 12:00: Cycle and visit through Yên Thắng – Đồng Thái – Hảo Nho, passing lakes, karst peaks, and rustic villages.
- 12:00 – 14:00: Stop in Yên Mạc village for a home-style lunch at Chez Thành, with stories of rural life.
- 14:30 – 16:00: Transfer by car to Phát Diệm Cathedral for a guided visit.
- 17:00: Return to Tam Coc Garden.
