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Motorcycle trip Vietnam

Across the mountain passes of Ha Giang

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Duration
12 D
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Standard
Level
Intermediate
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Full-Board
Vintage Rides → Destinations → Asia → Vietnam → Across the mountain passes of Ha Giang
Alex
Your motorcycle expert
Alex
In 2006, after travelling 20,000 km by motorbike in India, Alex founded Vintage Rides. Since then, he has been developing our concept in more than 20 countries.
On the agenda
Welcome to Vietnam! In this land of striking contrasts, this adventure takes you deep into the karst mountains of the Northeast. Winding mountain roads, cliffside rice terraces, and Dao ethnic villages are all part of experiencing Vietnam by motorbike along the Chinese border.

Key features :

  • Head for the heights of the North, in the heart of a breathtaking karst landscape
  • A raw immersion, punctuated by rare encounters with the Hmong and Dao minorities
  • A journey through Vietnam's most spectacular landscapes, combining paved roads and mountain tracks.
Across the mountain passes of Ha Giang

Motorcycle trip in Vietnam

12 steps - 876 miles
Arrive in Hanoi
1/12 • Arrive in Hanoi

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in the city center. Discover Hanoi, one of the most fascinating capitals in Southeast Asia and the first stop on your asia motorcycle trip. Get lost in the streets of the Old Quarter, savor delicious local cuisine at the many food stalls, and stroll along the lush shores of Hoan Kiem Lake before hitting the road for an unforgettable adventure.

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Hanoi – Vu Linh
2/12 • Hanoi – Vu Linh
We pick up the bikes and head north-west. We ride through highly populated urban areas for around 50 miles. On the second part of the leg, we gradually get to the heart of the most rural regions and even cross some tea plantations before arriving at Thac Ba Lake. We spend the night at a typical homestay where the hosts’ warmth makes up for its basic comfort.
101 Miles
Vu Linh – Hoang Su Phi
3/12 • Vu Linh – Hoang Su Phi
This morning, we ride across the hills that overlook Thac Ba Lake and gradually push on into the Vietnamese countryside. We take a break at a small gemstone market before continuing along country roads and some stretches of track. By the end of the day, we reach Hoang Su Phi, where the hilltop roads offer some of the country’s most stunning views across rice terraces.
86 Miles
Hoang Su Phi - Quan Ba
4/12 • Hoang Su Phi - Quan Ba
We continue towards the country’s northernmost point, where many ethnic groups live. This region is also known for its winding roads dominated by rugged terrain and remarkable rock formations. We ride on the “road to heaven’s gate” to the north of the city of Ha Giang. Nestled at 1,500 m altitude, it’s the entrance to Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark. After the pass, a breathtaking view of Tam Son Valley opens up before us. We spend the night in a small village where most of the inhabitants are Dao people.
82 Miles
Quan Ba - Dong Van
5/12 • Quan Ba - Dong Van
Today, we enter Dong Van park, a geological wonder part of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network. We visit the H’Mong hemp cooperative before getting back on the road in the shadow of the limestone giants. The legendary Ha Giang loop has become popular with Vietnamese tourists, so we alternate between the main road and short tarmacked sections away from the crowds. We cross villages nestled in the foothills of a massif where local ethnic groups live.
66 Miles
Ha Giang loop
6/12 • Ha Giang loop
We spend the day exploring this fantastic karst plateau. We stop off at H’Mong Royal Palace, built in the early twentieth century, before continuing on small hidden roads. We witness scenes of rural life where farming is still very important. The highlight: we end up on the Duong Hanh Phuc road, known as the “road to happiness”, which was a blessing for the inhabitants of this remote province. The ride along the famous Mae Pi Leng pass offers amazing views over Nho Que River and Tu San Gorges. We go back to Dong Van to spend the night.
47 Miles
Dong Van – Bao Lake
7/12 • Dong Van – Bao Lake
Sunday is market day in Dong Van and Meo Vac, just a few miles away. We take the time to stroll through these places of exchange where the locals come down from the surrounding mountain villages to meet and trade their goods. We leave Dong Van geopark behind us and descend in altitude on a tarmacked road skirting the river. We spend the night at a small Bao Lake town on the cusp of the northern Cao Bang province, a few miles from China as the crow flies.
140 Miles
Bao Lake – Ban Gioc
8/12 • Bao Lake – Ban Gioc
We get up early and head east al day on small, winding roads along the Chinese border. We are in Cao Bang province, which is interesting in so many ways. It is home to Pac Bo Cave, where Ho Chi Minh found refuge for some years. We ride into another geopark with superb karst landscapes. This long leg takes us to the fantastic multi-tiered Ban Gioc waterfalls. And China is just on the other side!
98 Miles
Ban Gioc - Cao Bang
9/12 • Ban Gioc - Cao Bang
Today’s leg is short but full of beautiful landscapes and secret tracks. We steer clear of the main road as much as possible and take the time to admire how quiet life is among the lush rice paddies and hills. The Cao Bang region looks like an inland Ha Long Bay. We enjoy a short break in Phuc Sen, a blacksmith village, before ending the day in the lively city of Cao Bang.
87 Miles
Cao Bang - Ba Be
10/12 • Cao Bang - Ba Be
We leave Cao Bang geopark and return to more forested regions. Throughout the leg, we take winding roads through small traditional villages that have withstood the test of time. We stop for lunch at a tea estate in the middle of tea plantations. When we arrive at Ba Be National Park not far from our hotel, we experience beautiful new landscapes along mountains and old-growth forests. We end the day with a pleasant boat trip on Ba Be Lake.
133 Miles
Ba Be - Hanoï
11/12 • Ba Be - Hanoï
We make an early start and head south to Hanoi. The first half of the leg is charming and gives us the chance to enjoy the last bit of calm before we arrive in the hustle and bustle of the capital. We arrive in the city in the afternoon so we can enjoy the last few hours in Hanoi. Overnight stay at a hotel.
128 Miles
Hanoi – International airport
12/12 • Hanoi – International airport
You have a free day. You can rest or make the most of your last few hours in Hanoi. You are transferred to the airport according to your flight schedule.
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Price
From £2990,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • Hire of a Royal Enfield Himalayan

  • Private vehicle transfers mentioned in the itinerary

  • An English-speaking tour leader (Day 2 – Day 11)

  • Mandatory insurance: insurance that covers medical expenses abroad

  • Repatriation, which covers you for accidents with (large-displacement) two-wheeled  vehicles in Vietnam

  • Legal assistance

Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Currently valid passport for the Motorcycle Trip
Valid Visa, if required
  • This raid is designed for experienced riders, it includes a few long stretches, often far from immediate medical assistance. Primary aid in reaching the nearest medical center is provided by our support vehicle, as helicopters and ambulances are rarely available. Limited phone coverage and restrictions on satellite phones can make contacting emergency services challenging. Additionally, as with any mountain route, road quality and difficulty are heavily influenced by current and prior weather conditions
  • International driving licences issued by countries that have not signed the 1968 Vienna Convention are not recognised in Vietnam (the United States, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, India, Ireland, Iceland, etc.). Please check before booking this trip.
Reviews on this trip
4.6/5 · 245 review
Across the mountain passes of Ha Giang

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Great trip and a good group. Liked the mix of riding on road and trails.

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Jean Christophe
23 Apr. 2025

Across the mountain passes of Ha Giang
Between mountains and forgotten valleys

First experience with Vietnam. Hanoi and…

First experience with Vietnam. Hanoi and the North definitely created the best memories for me...

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For my first trip as a passenger, it was extraordinary. The scenery, the people, the...

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£2990 / rider
£2690 / pillion
From 16 Nov. 2026 to 27 Nov. 2026
3 registered • 7 motorcycles available
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From 12 Apr. 2027 to 23 Apr. 2027
4 registered • 6 motorcycles available
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