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Day 9: Thu 7 Nov - Nha Trang

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24 - 28deg Walk: 8km "A day with boat trip to islands. Experience the coast of Nha Trang aboard a boat as we set out in the morning, for our first stop at the aquarium. We then head out to Hon Mun Island where we have the chance for swimming and snorkelling in the crystal clear waters. From here we continue to Hon Tam Island where you have the choice of relaxing on the beach or for the energetic – there is a choice of water sports. Our lunch stop is at the fishing village of Lang Chai where we have time to explore before boarding our boat back to Nha Trang harbor. Overnight in Nha Trang. Cycle: 0km." Unfortunately Wendy was not up to getting out of bed today due to a rather nasty lurgy. We're hoping that a day of complete rest will help her recover. After breakfast the remaining nine met in the foyer to decide if the weather was good enough for a boat trip. We decided to take the chance, which turned out to be correct. So it was onto the bus for a short ride to the harbou...

Day 8: Wed 6 Nov - Dalat to Nha Trang

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15-29 deg C, rain Ride: 35km "Cycle downhill to Cham temples called Poklong Giarai in Phan Rang. This can be called the highlight of this trip, in which you will get an epic road biking experience: long hill climbs and descents/ winding forest roads/ wild scenery/ coastal plains/ pine forest vegetation/ rugged countryside. Transfer the rest way to Nha Trang. Overnight in Nha Trang. Cycle: 50km+ Hotel: Balcony Hotel." Wendy developed a cough last night, so she dosed herself up and tried hard to not cough. Unfortunately, sometimes she couldn't help herself and missed out on some sleep. Consequently, she did not ride today. This was the one day she was looking forward to as it involved a 10km climb followed by a 25km downhill. The rest of the crew left just after 7:30am and rode through the city and experienced some busy round-a-bout traffic, Vietnam style. Some said it was 'jolly' scary. The bus caught up with them just after an intersection and just parked beside t...