The Vietnam Trail Series is brought to you by Topas Travel, and whether you want to warm up before the race or relax straight after it, we’ve got you covered. If you’re an avid runner, delve into Hanoi with a running route of lakes, parks, and tree-lined boulevards. If you like some cycling mixed in, spend half a day crisscrossing the countryside surrounding the city. After the race you can keep the adventure going with a stand-up paddle board experience on a secluded lake. Alternatively, take a well-earned rest in a hidden mountain escape or on a cruise through BAI TU LONG BAY.
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Lace up and take on the capital in this guided 9km morning run. Get a fresh perspective on Hanoi’s highlights while the crowds are still sleeping with loops of Hanoi’s illustrious lakes, leafy parks, and tree-lined boulevards. Delve into the bustling backstreets of the Old Quarter, hop along the revived train tracks, and reenergize with a halfway coffee stop. Finish the run with a steaming bowl of pho, Hanoi’s favourite breakfast.
Take a bicycle and explore the enveloping countryside on this 25km route. Crisscross lanes and traverse bridges to uncover brilliant green rice paddies, bustling local markets, colorful ancient pagodas, and stop by the house of a local family for tea and snacks. Pass by Co Loa, a centuries-old citadel now embedded in the landscape, before chowing down on bun cha or pho, two must-try Vietnamese dishes and the ideal light lunch.
On saddle of the bike, explore the 25km cycling route from one of richest area to rural countryside. Crisscross lanes and traverse bridges, take the local ferry to uncover brilliant rice paddies, ancient pagodas, ceramic villages, colorful flower, and vegetable garden. Meet up with friendly farmers and gardeners. Visit the Museum of Bat Trang ceramic and panorama view on the roof top of the 41-floor building.
Even if you spent 10 years living in Hanoi, you would still be surprised at the amount of hidden gems the city houses within its narrow streets. Gilded temples, quiet lake-side pagodas, and romantic French Villas clamor for space on Hanoi’s narrow streets, while wide-tree boulevards lead to impressive historical attractions and dreamy lakes. It is even more special to experience all this in a vintage jeep.
Head to the mountains for a relaxing stay in the boutique Topas Riverside Lodge overlooking a gushing stream and lush jungle. Discover a secluded corner of the epic northern mountains – a slice of tranquility that remains tucked away from the crowds. Go for countryside walks and explore the ethnic makeup of the diverse highlands, including a Red Yao village where you’ll encounter one of Vietnam’s most resourceful and colourfully-dressed minority groups.
Bai Tu Long Bay is Halong Bay’s sister seascape – the difference is Bai Tu Long Bay sees only a fraction of the visitors of its world-famous relative while still matching its aesthetic grandeur. On this cruise you’ll kayak through the bay, swim, and join a rowboat to explore the deepest depths of the water caves.
Ninh Binh remains one of Vietnam’s most captivating locations and an excellent day trip from Hanoi, combining stunning natural splendor with an engrossing history that spans a millennium.
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