75+ km bike ride Da Lat to Mui Ne: 900m descent

Over 900 meters of elevation loss on a long downhill run to the sea

A one-day bike ride from Da Lat to Mui Ne covering 75+ kilometers with a support vehicle, English-speaking guide and packed lunch. You climb through coffee plantations first, then descend through pine and jungle valleys into tropical lowlands, ending with a long cruise to the coast. The support vehicle handles luggage and can pick you up at any point if you need a break.

Step-by-step itinerary

Bike from Da Lat to Mui Ne

• Support vehicle to Di Linh
• Start bike ride to Mui Ne
• Ride through coffee plantations and forest
• Climb 5 kilometers uphill
• Descend through jungle valleys and villages
• Final long downhill pass
• Cruise to Highway 1
• Vehicle transport to Mui Ne

The experience

The ride starts at Di Linh, where the support vehicle drops you after a 75 km drive from Da Lat. You begin with a 5 kilometer uphill through coffee plantations and forest to warm up, then spend the rest of the day descending. The route winds through small minority villages and forested valleys, mixing steep downhill sections with rolling terrain. A final long pass drops you to Highway 1, where the road flattens into a long cruise to the coast. The support vehicle then drives you the remaining 30 minutes to Mui Ne.

The road is mostly paved secondary highway, so you're not fighting rough terrain. The challenge is the distance and the sustained descent. Biking gear (bike, helmet, gloves) is provided, and the support team carries all your luggage, a picnic lunch and water for the day. Because the support vehicle travels with you, you can stop whenever you need to, and the driver can pick you up if the ride becomes too much. The whole day takes seven to nine hours depending on pace and breaks.

What’s included

• Bike, helmet and gloves.
• vehicle transfer from Da Lat to Di Linh and from Highway 1 to Mui Ne.
• English-speaking guide for the ride.
• picnic lunch.
• purified drinking water throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Phat Tire Ventures

Is this one for you?Book this ride if you want a long descent to the coast and can handle sustained pedaling over distance. The support vehicle means you can stop whenever you need to, so the day is flexible even though the route is fixed.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years). Children under 13 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How fit do I need to be to ride 75+ km from Da Lat to Mui Ne?

A moderate level of fitness is required. The first section climbs 5 kilometers uphill, but the rest is mostly downhill and rolling, so the descent carries you more than your legs do. The distance and the day's length matter more than any single steep section.

What happens if I get tired during the ride?

The support vehicle travels with you the entire day and can pick you up at any point. You don't have to finish the full distance if you don't want to. The driver will transport you and your bike the rest of the way to Mui Ne.

Is lunch included, and what if I have dietary needs?

A picnic lunch is included. Let the operator know about any dietary requirements when you book so they can prepare something that works for you.

What's the road like between Da Lat and Mui Ne?

The route is mostly paved secondary highway. You'll ride through coffee plantations and forested valleys with small villages along the way, then open out onto a long flat cruise to the coast once you reach Highway 1.

Do I need to bring my own bike or gear?

No. The operator provides a bike, helmet and gloves. The support vehicle carries all your luggage, so you only ride with water and whatever you need during the day.