Highlight trips in Vietnam for active Summer 2013

Summer is considered the best season for adventure travel in Vietnam. The sky is brighter. Travelers have more hours of day light to join in outdoor activities. The scenery is more colorful, all flowers are in full bloom. Travelers have a chance to witness the vista clearly, no mist surrounding. In summer time “Travel is expensive” is not a big deal. Travelers can saving money through summer promotion activities like 15% discount on total cost, a free meal at the cozy restaurant, free one night at three star hotel and hundred lucky gifts. All of this will be an essential part to contribute in perfect trips. ACTIVETRAVEL ASIA would like to offer two adventure tours in this ideal time.   Motor biking the Ho Chi Minh Trail - Complete Challenge The legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail was the supply line used by North Vietnam to link North and South Vietnam during the American War. Soldiers, ammunition, weapons and supplies were carried by hand, bicycle and truck for hundreds of kilometers through the otherwise impenetrable jungle that covered Vietnam’s mountainous border with Laos. A testimony to the ingenuity, fortitude and commitment of the northern Vietnamese, the trail slipped from use at the end of the war and was taken back by the jungle. Besides incredible driving, deep in the Vietnamese countryside, this ride takes in the charming ancient trading town of Hoian, Khe Sanh battle site and DMZ. We also take time to stay overnight in a traditional Thai hill tribe and visit to some tribal villages on the way. Highlights: 18 days on motorbike travel along Ho Chi Minh trail to witness stunning scenery, learn historical sites, enjoy traditional food in three regions, live like the indigenous people. Travelers gain different feeling from different  places such as the hustle and bustle of big city like Hanoi, Sai Gon ,the tranquil of countryside and remote place at Mai Chau, the charming at ancient town of Hoi An, the relaxation at Dalat… This trip recalls the history of Vietnam in the past through Khe Sanh battle site and DMZ. Travelers may learn from the willpower of small country. More details: Biking Pu Luong Nature Reserve: The Pu Luong Nature Reserve is an area of outstanding beauty, cultural interest and biodiversity. Stretching from Mai Chau in the northwest to Cuc Phuong National Park in the southeast. The region is blessed with rich forest, limestone mountains, magnificent rice terraces and breathtaking scenery. Biking in Pu Luong is one of the best ways to discover the natural beauty of the region and exotic culture of minority groups. On this biking tour we will ride on the first part of the historic Ho Chi Minh Trail and spend 3 nights in villages of Thai people. Highlights: This trip brings travelers close to Mother Nature. Riding bicycle on the first part of Ho Chi Minh Trail. Travelers live in the silt-house of Thai people; relish the amazing culinary of ethnic people, experience the hill tribal culture. Soft adventure activity likes climbing; biking will be included .And another exciting activity as traditional foot massage of local people also involved.