Most Inspirational Moment
Cycling in the Mekong Delta was so beautiful and we felt like we really got a snapshot into the lives of the people living there as we cycled past locals doing their washing in the river and children playing in their gardens and houses. Trekking in Mai Chau was another highlight; the rice paddies in the morning mist were unbelievably atmospheric.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader Danh Nyugen was outstanding; knowledgeable, unbelievably attentive, and he had a great sense of humour to boot!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't be afraid to ask questions or for things to be done differently, as long as you ask with a smile! Everyone we met was incredibly hospitable and very accommodating to any requirements we had, e.g. I am vegetarian and everywhere we went Danh would ensure I was extraordinarily well looked after. There is no need to bring travel towels. Although we used our sheet sleeping bags on the night train, I don't think there was really any need as there was bedding provided. Make sure you have plenty of room in your case for all the clothes you will buy in Hoi An and all the genuinely lovely souvenirs you are bound to collect!! Alternatively, the tailor in Hoi An will ship clothing for a relatively affordable price. It's well worth taking either padded cycling shorts or a padded saddle; most people (though not all) who didn't regretted it. You don't need both though. We took our cycling helmets but others didn't and the ones provided were of good quality. There are mechanics on hand so no need to worry about technical glitches! We didn't take cycling gloves and neither of us missed them, although there was one person in the group who did regret not bringing them.