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 motorbikers of our great nation do.

This inspiring adventure encompasses the finest of the mountain passes, beautiful highlands, waterfalls, rice terraces, diverser 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
• Babe 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)

Greeting with your tour guides, enjoy the majestic ride throught the hustle bustle traffic of Ha Noi via the dike road along the red river heading to SonTay

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

Taking the back road through villages to Da river, we afterward taking  the small ferry across the river then cruising along to Hoa Binh, lunch in Hoa Binh

In the afternoon, heading to Mai Chau via Thung Khe moutain pass. Enjoying 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 pituresque valley

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

Enjoying 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

Cruising to Van Yen ferry, once you reach the ferry cross the river, you can take a short break and enjoy the beautiful scenery of some of the biggest reservoire of Hoa Binh. Enjoying 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 kms ~ 110 miles)

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

Cruising up to Khau Pha mountain pass, one of the most beautiful mountain pass in Vietnam. we then arrive to Mu Cang Chai and contemplating the unique rice terraced rices which is 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 kms ~ 100 miles)

Parting beautiful Mu Cang Chai for Sapa

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

Stop by the ethnic minority villages a long the way learning their culture and their cultivating rice

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

Quick stop by 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 of Vietnam. The cable car ride you to the top of the mountain. From there, you can enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys .

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

Sapa market at night

DAY 6: Sapa – Hoang Su phi (200 kms ~ 125miles)

Starts in the early morning from Sapa to Lao Cai city

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

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

Heading 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 Gaing (160 kms ~ 100 miles)

Leaving the small town of Hoang Su Phi, take a short ride up to Peo village, the road is winding and hilly through many beautiful terraced rices and diverse ethnic cultures

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

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

Experience the homestay and swim at a beautiful waterfall in Ha giang

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

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

Cruising 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 learning the way they are cultiving on the severe terrain and conditions before we the ride to Dong Van

Overnight in Dong van at Hotels or homestays

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

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

Taking 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 group 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 kms ~ 125 miles)

Heading to the east toward Cao Bang via Me Pia and Na Tenh moutain pass. Follow the scenic roads with lots of rice paddies, corn fields and limestone karsts

Visit Ban Gioc waterfall, one of the most imposing and impresive waterfall in Vietnam right next to the boder of China. Where you can also take the 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 hometay in Trung Khanh

DAY 11: Ban Gioc Waterfall – Babe Lake (200 kms ~ 125 miles)

Leaving in the early morning, visit the Phuc Sen traditional knife making village. The village has a long history of producing high quality knives with the traditional techniques have passed down from generations

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

Cruising 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 the boat trip on Ba Be lake to explore the lake and its surroundings

Over night in a beautiful home stay in Ba Be lake

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

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

Then taking the countryside road via Cho Leng up and down hill through beautiful mountains and small countryside road with gorgeous views

Heading to Thai Nguyen city and the road getting more busy. Visit the largest ethnic group museums in Vietnam and riding back to Hanoi and conclusion of the 12 day Grand north Vietnam Motorbike Tour

The tour program includes

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

The tour program does not include

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