Grand North Vietnam Motorbike Tour

Overview: Grand North Vietnam Motorbike Tour

Travel to one of the world’s most exotic nations and not having the opportunity to experience all that the country and it’s people have to offer. For this very reason, Vietnam Motorbike Tours has created the travel experience of a lifetime. We now offer the Grand North Vietnam motorbike tour depart and end in  Hanoi where you may either ride as a passenger or on your own so that you too may appreciate Vietnam just as the millions of motor-bikers of our great nation do.

This inspiring adventure encompasses the finest mountain passes, beautiful highlands, waterfalls, rice terraces, diverse ethnic villages, Ha Giang Loop and so much more. Join us for this magnificent journey as we guide you through the local history, delicacies, villages, homestays and beautiful people of Vietnam.

Highlights:

• Mai Chau Valley
• Mu Cang Chai rice terraces
• Sapa
• Ha Giang Loop
• Ban Gioc Waterfall
• Ba Be Lake
• Get an insight into villages’ life
• Optional off-road

Itinerary: Grand North Vietnam Motorbike Tour

Route Map:

DAY 1: Hanoi motorbike tour to Mai Chau (180 km ~ 110 miles)

Greet your tour guides and enjoy the majestic ride through the hustle-bustle traffic in Ha Noi via the dike road along the Red River heading to Son Tay

Visit Duong Lam ancient village with the opportunity to sightsee and explore the architecture, narrow alleyways, temples and locals of this historical location

Take the back road through villages to Da river, we then take the small ferry across the river and cruise along to Hoa Binh, have lunch in Hoa Binh

In the afternoon, head to Mai Chau via Thung Khe mountain pass. Enjoy the beautiful rural Muong village and stunning scenery of mountains and valleys

Arrive in Mai Chau for relaxation or a walk to discover beautiful village of this picturesque valley

DAY 2: Mai Chau – Phu Yen (180 km ~ 110 miles)

Enjoy the fresh air of the valleys of Mai Chau in the morning

Start from Mai Chau to Moc Chau plateau, taking the back road through rolling hills and green tea plantations. Periodically stop by the waterfalls and some of the local villages to learn about their cutures and daily living

Cruise to Van Yen ferry. Once you reach the ferry, cross the river and take a short break to enjoy the beautiful scenery of one of the biggest reservoirs of Hoa Binh. Enjoy the smooth ride to Phu Yen through small villages and rice fields along the way

Overnight in Phu Yen

DAY 3: Phu Yen – Mu Cang Chai (180 km ~ 110 miles)

Leave Phu Yen heading to Lung Lo pass, enjoying the scenic  view and we Ride to Tu Le, a small town famous for magnificent terraced rice fields and visit a local village of Lim Mong to learn the way they making green rice food and special wine.

Cruise up to Khau Pha mountain pass, one of the most beautiful mountain passes in Vietnam. We then arrive in Mu Cang Chai and contemplate the unique rice terraces which are a testament to the hard work and ingenuity of the local people who have been cultivating rice on these steep hillsides for centuries.

Mu Cang Chai, the last destination of the day

DAY 4: Mu Cang Chai – Sapa (160 km ~ 100 miles)

Leave beautiful Mu Cang Chai for Sapa

The route takes you through some of the most stunning mountainous areas of Vietnam

Stop by the ethnic minority villages a long the way to learn about their culture and their rice cultivation

Ride up to O Qui Ho mountain pass (Hoang Lien Son or Tonkin Ap – the Hill that’s never ends) offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains

Make a quick stop at silver waterfall on the way to Sapa

Overnight in Sapa

DAY 5: Day of relaxation in Sapa

Spend the day as you choose as there are infinite activities available in the fascinating city

Fansipan: the highest mountain in Vietnam. The cable car ride takes you to the top of the mountain where you can enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys .

Cat Cat village: a short trek to Cat Cat village allows you to experience the local way of life and interact with the ethnic groups such as Hmong, Red Dao, and Tay

Sapa market at night

DAY 6: Sapa – Hoang Su Phi (200 km ~ 125miles)

Start early from Sapa to Lao Cai city

Take the winding road through villages and valleys to Bac Ha (experience the market fair if it is on Sunday)

Cruise the small winding road to Xin Man and along the river to Hoang Su Phi, you will have chance to visit some of the small waterfalls and some of the best rice terraces on the way.

Head toward Ban Luoc or Ban Phung for the stunning villages with beautiful ethnic people

Overnight in Hoang Su Phi

DAY 7: Hoang Su Phi – Ha Giang (160 km ~ 100 miles)

Leave the small town of Hoang Su Phi and take a short ride up to Peo village. The road is winding and hilly through many beautiful terraced rice fields and diverse ethnic cultures

Along the way ,pass through small villages and see the traditional stilt houses of the Tay, Dao and Hmong people

Contemplate the imposing of the Nam Ty and Thong Nguyen rice terraced fields on the way to Ha Giang

Experience a homestay and swim at a beautiful waterfall in Ha Giang

DAY 8: Ha Giang – Dong Van (150 km ~ 100 miles)

Depart from Ha Giang and head to Quan Ba, visiting Quan Ba mountain and H’Mong King palace – a unique blend of architectural styles, combining traditional H’mong design with Chinese and French influences

Cruise up to Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark on the stunning roads and breathtaking scenery heading to Flag Tower of Lung Cu

Visit a Lo Lo village to learn how they cultivate on the severe terrain and conditions before the ride to Dong Van

Overnight in Dong Van at hotels or homestays

DAY 9: Dong Van – Bao Lac (140 km ~ 87 miles)

Say good bye to Dong Van and hope for a nice weather day as you ride to the greatest of Ma Pi Leng mountain pass. This mountain pass was listed as one of the most imposing passes in Vietnam. The road is narrow and curvy; however, the views from both sides are gorgeous and stunning

Take a short boat ride to discover Nho Que river before getting another beautiful ride  passing through many small Lo Lo villages and limestone mountainous roads.

Visit the local market in Bao Lac and learn about the culture of the Tay and Nung ethnic groups of the area.

En route to Bao Lac as this is the last destination of the day

DAY 10: Bao Lac – Ban Gioc Waterfall (200 km ~ 125 miles)

Head east toward Cao Bang via Me Pia and Na Tenh mountain passes. Follow the scenic roads with lots of rice paddies, corn fields, and limestone karsts

Visit Ban Gioc waterfall, one of the most imposing and impressive waterfalls in Vietnam right next to the border of China. You can also take a boat ride on the river. On the way to Nguom Ngao cave you will pass through several small villages along the gorgeous Quay Son river

Stay over night at a homestay in Trung Khanh

DAY 11: Ban Gioc Waterfall – Ba Be Lake (200 km ~ 125 miles)

Say good by to Ban Gioc, visit the Phuc Sen traditional knife making village. The village has a long history of producing high-quality knives with traditional techniques passed down through generations

Visit Na Tau village located in the middle of the mountain to learn about the culture and traditions of the Tay ethnic group

Cruise the Tham Ma pass down to Ba Be Lake, the biggest natural lake in Vietnam surrounded by mountains and lush forests. Optional activity of taking a boat trip on Ba Be Lake to explore the lake and its surroundings

Over night in a beautiful home stay at Ba Be Lake

DAY 12: Babe lake – Ha Noi (200 km ~ 125 miles)

Say good bye to Ba Be, visit Tat Ma waterfall as you go through a small local village

We then take the countryside road via Cho Leng up and down hills through beautiful mountains and small countryside roads with gorgeous views

Head to Thai Nguyen city, and the road getting busier. Visit the largest ethnic group museum in Vietnam and riding back to Hanoi, concluding of the 12-day Grand north Vietnam Motorbike Tour

The tour program includes

• Motorbikes
• English speaking guide
• Petrol, oil
• 15 night standard accommodations, shared twin room
• Helmets
• Rain coats, water proof bags and bungee cords
• All fees and permits

The tour program does not include

• Personal medical insurance
• Motorbikes damages (for self-riders)
• Supported Vehicle which costs 150$/day if it’s required
• Your food and drinks
• Tips