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A highland-to-sea cycling day that covers about 70 km from Da Lat’s cool pines to Mui Ne’s coastal plains. Expect coffee plantations, long descents, village encounters and a support vehicle that carries luggage and provisions.
A highland-to-sea cycling day that covers about 70 km from Da Lat’s cool pines to Mui Ne’s coastal plains. Expect coffee plantations, long descents, village encounters and a support vehicle that carries luggage and provisions.
Morning light in the Central Highlands hits the pine-lined roads of Da Lat like a cold finger, and the first pedal stroke is an answer to that chill. Riders head northwest by AC support van to Di Linh, then set off on a route that drops from the cool highland plateau toward the tropical coast—approximately 70 km of mixed climbs, rolling flats and long descents.
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Operated by GADT Travel · Da Lat, Lam Dong
Morning light in the Central Highlands hits the pine-lined roads of Da Lat like a cold finger, and the first pedal stroke is an answer to that chill. Riders head northwest by AC support van to Di Linh, then set off on a route that drops from the cool highland plateau toward the tropical coast—approximately 70 km of mixed climbs, rolling flats and long descents.
Geology and history steer the ride as much as the asphalt: Da Lat sits on weathered volcanic soils that power coffee plantations; French colonial roads cut across the hills and the landscape still carries their grid. Riders pass K'Ho and other highland communities, encountering small villages where rice paddies and dragon-fruit farms edge the road.
The first 5 km warm-up climb threads through pine and coffee, then the route relaxes into sustained downhill and rolling sections with valley views. A signature 20 km final descent opens toward Ma Lam’s irrigated plains, where water buffalo graze and dragon-fruit orchards punctuate the horizon before the coastal plain levels out toward Mui Ne.
Practical guidance: expect 8 hours door-to-door with roughly 1,200–1,500 m net elevation loss; bring layered clothing for the cool start, robust bike gloves and a hydration system. The tour includes a support vehicle for luggage, lunch, helmets and basic first aid, but personal spares and a charged phone are essential. Start early to avoid midday heat, respect village life by slowing through settlements, and allow the guide to set pace—the road rewards steady cadence and attention more than speed.
The cycling portion is roughly 70 km with door-to-door timing around 8 hours including transfers, breaks and lunch.
Yes—the tour provides an AC supporting vehicle that carries luggage, lunch and supplies and accompanies the group for safety.
A moderate level is needed: riders should be comfortable with sustained efforts, short climbs and long descents; not recommended for those with serious back or heart issues.
The tour typically includes a mountain bike, helmet and gloves, bottled water, picnic lunch, first aid kit, guide and support vehicle.
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Morning light in the Central Highlands hits the pine-lined roads of Da Lat like a cold finger, and the first pedal stroke is an answer to that chill. Riders head northwest by AC support van to Di Linh, then set off on a route that drops from the cool highland plateau toward the tropical coast—approximately 70 km of mixed climbs, rolling flats and long descents.
Morning light in the Central Highlands hits the pine-lined roads of Da Lat like a cold finger, and the first pedal stroke is an answer to that chill. Riders head northwest by AC support van to Di Linh, then set off on a route that drops from the cool highland plateau toward the tropical coast—approximately 70 km of mixed climbs, rolling flats and long descents.
Geology and history steer the ride as much as the asphalt: Da Lat sits on weathered volcanic soils that power coffee plantations; French colonial roads cut across the hills and the landscape still carries their grid. Riders pass K'Ho and other highland communities, encountering small villages where rice paddies and dragon-fruit farms edge the road.
The first 5 km warm-up climb threads through pine and coffee, then the route relaxes into sustained downhill and rolling sections with valley views. A signature 20 km final descent opens toward Ma Lam’s irrigated plains, where water buffalo graze and dragon-fruit orchards punctuate the horizon before the coastal plain levels out toward Mui Ne.
Practical guidance: expect 8 hours door-to-door with roughly 1,200–1,500 m net elevation loss; bring layered clothing for the cool start, robust bike gloves and a hydration system. The tour includes a support vehicle for luggage, lunch, helmets and basic first aid, but personal spares and a charged phone are essential. Start early to avoid midday heat, respect village life by slowing through settlements, and allow the guide to set pace—the road rewards steady cadence and attention more than speed.