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Motorcycle Tour in Vietnam, Across the Mountain Passes of Ha Giang
Motorcycle trip Vietnam

Across the Mountain Passes of Ha Giang

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Adventure Tour
Duration
12 D
Tour Type
Tour Leader
Accommodation
Standard
Level
Intermediate
Meal Plan
Full-Board
Vintage Rides → Destinations → Asia → Vietnam → Across the Mountain Passes of Ha Giang
Alex
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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 easy adventure ride 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.

Prefer tarmac and a gentler pace? The Jungles and Shores of Central Vietnam rides the Ho Chi Minh Road, Hue and Phong Nha in 11 days.

Across the Mountain Passes of Ha Giang

Motorcycle Tour in Vietnam

12 stages - 912 miles (1,470 km)
Arrive in Hanoi Stage 1/12 0 miles
Arrive in Hanoi

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in the city centre. Discover Hanoi, one of the most fascinating capitals in Southeast Asia and the first stop on your motorcycle trip in Asia. Get lost in the streets of the Old Quarter, savour 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.

Hanoi - Vu Linh Stage 2/12 101 miles (163 km)
Hanoi - Vu Linh
We pick up the bikes and head north-west. We ride through highly populated urban areas for around 50 miles (80 km). On the second part of the leg, we gradually reach more rural areas 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.
Vu Linh - Hoang Su Phi Stage 3/12 86 miles (138 km)
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.
Hoang Su Phi - Quan Ba Stage 4/12 83 miles (133 km)
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.
Quan Ba - Dong Van Stage 5/12 62 miles (100 km)
Quan Ba - Dong Van
Today, we enter Dong Van park, a geological wonder listed as a UNESCO Global Geopark. 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 concrete sections away from the crowds. We cross villages nestled in the foothills of a massif where local ethnic groups live.
Ha Giang Loop Stage 6/12 47 miles (75 km)
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 Ma Pi Leng Pass offers amazing views over Nho Que River and Tu San Gorges. We go back to Dong Van to spend the night.
Dong Van - Bao Lac Stage 7/12 87 miles (140 km)
Dong Van - Bao Lac
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 in the small town of Bao Lac on the cusp of the northern Cao Bang province, a few miles from China as the crow flies.
Bao Lac - Ban Gioc Stage 8/12 98 miles (158 km)
Bao Lac - Ban Gioc
We get up early and head east all 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!
Ban Gioc - Cao Bang Stage 9/12 87 miles (140 km)
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 time to enjoy the tranquillity of local life 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.
Cao Bang - Ba Be Stage 10/12 134 miles (215 km)
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. Arriving in Ba Be National Park, we enter a new landscape of mountains and old-growth forest. We end the day with a pleasant boat trip on Ba Be Lake.
Ba Be - Hanoi Stage 11/12 128 miles (206 km)
Ba Be - Hanoi
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.
Hanoi - International Airport Stage 12/12 0 miles
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.
Price
From £2990,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 and spare parts

  • Private vehicle transfers mentioned in the itinerary

  • An English-speaking tour leader (days 2 to 11)

  • Mandatory insurance: insurance that covers medical expenses abroad

  • Compulsory repatriation insurance, covering accidents on large-capacity motorcycles

  • Legal and cancellation insurance (strongly recommended)

Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Passport valid for the whole trip
Valid Visa, if required
  • This adventure ride is designed for experienced riders and includes stages far from first aid. Primary assistance in reaching the nearest medical centre is mainly provided by our support vehicle, as helicopters and ambulances are very rare. Limited phone coverage can make it difficult to contact emergency services. As with any adventure route, difficulty depends on the weather, both before and during the trip. Rain is common late in the day depending on the season, so waterproof gear is essential, and roadworks combined with rain can make tracks muddy and slippery. It can be cold in the mountains in December.
  • 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 · 215 review
This trip to Vietnam went beyond…

This trip to Vietnam went beyond my expectations. The country is magnificent and the people...

Across the Mountain Passes of Ha Giang

Across the Mountain Passes of Ha Giang

A very beautiful motorcycle trip to…

A very beautiful motorcycle trip to discover the beauty and authenticity of northern Vietnam, above...

Across the Mountain Passes of Ha Giang

Magnificent landscapes, superb roads, well chosen…

Magnificent landscapes, superb roads, well chosen itineraries, very welcoming farming communities, a culturally fascinating country.

Very good organisation, a very good…

Very good organisation, a very good team, a very good spirit…

A great trip in a region…

A great trip in a region of Vietnam still untouched by tourism. Discovering the villages...

A magnificent experience. Unforgettable trails, intense…

A magnificent experience. Unforgettable trails, intense encounters with the locals, breathtaking landscapes… Every stage was...

A magnificent, very well organised trip…

A magnificent, very well organised trip. A surprising country. Charming, welcoming and respectful people

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From
£2990 / rider
£2690 / pillion
From 16 Nov. 2026 to 27 Nov. 2026
8 registered • Motorcycles available: 2
OPTION
From 12 Apr. 2027 to 23 Apr. 2027
4 registered • Motorcycles available: 6
OPTION
50% deposit
Cancellation and postponement with conditions
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