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Explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Ha Giang & Cao Bang region with Cloudy Hostel & Tourist. Our experienced, fluent English-speaking guides are passionate about creating personalised and unforgettable experiences.
Iconic check-in spots
From Heaven's Gate to Ma Pi Leng Pass — we stop at every viewpoint that matters.
Comfortable transport
Quality motorbikes, helmets, knee/elbow pads and raincoats — included for every guest.
Local mountain cuisine
Sit down to traditional H'mong, Tay and Dao meals cooked fresh by partner families.
Authentic homestays
Spend your nights in warm, locally-owned homestays — far from generic chain hotels.
Northeast Vietnam
Discover
The Mysterious Beauty of the Northeast:
The Mysterious Beauty of the Northeast:
A Journey full of Experiences and Memories
Tours & packages
Hand-crafted itineraries
Carefully designed routes that combine iconic landscapes with authentic cultural encounters — at three budget tiers to suit every traveller.
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Hot 6 days / 5 nights
Ha Giang + Ba Be Lake
Ha Giang Loop + Cao Bang + Ba Be Lake 6 Days
How it works
Booking in 4 easy steps
From browsing tours to riding into the mountains — here is how the journey starts.
01
Choose your tour
Browse our 15+ packages or message us to design a private route at your pace.
02
Book online
Submit the booking form with your dates and group size — confirmation within 24 hours.
03
Pay 20% deposit
Secure your spot via Wise, PayPal, or bank transfer. Balance paid on arrival in cash.
04
Ride with us
Meet your guide at Ha Giang city, gear up, and start the journey of a lifetime.
Our Story
Cloudy Hostel & Tourist delivers exciting trips while promoting local culture, ensuring unforgettable experiences for travellers.
For more than five years our local team has been guiding international travellers through Northern Vietnam — small groups, warm homestays, scenic mountain roads. Click any red pin on the map → to explore a specific destination.
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Ha Giang loop
Discover
The Mysterious Beauty
The Mysterious Beauty
of the Northeast
Ma Pi Leng Pass
Iconic Ha Giang viewpointNho Que River
Emerald canyonLung Cu Flag Tower
Northernmost pointDong Van Plateau
UNESCO geoparkMotorbike Loop
3–5 days · whole regionBridge Crossings
Over rivers & canyonsViewpoint Treks
Reach the highest passesOpen Road
Free spirit journeysCloudy Homestay
Our hostel communityLocal Community
Authentic encountersGroup Travel
Friends along the wayBorder Markers
Sign at the edgeFamily Dinner
Homestay mealsRiver Bathing
Refresh after the rideWaterfall Stop
Picnic by the fallsHidden Pools
Local secret spots
Discover
The Mysterious Beauty of the Northeast
Bridges
Iconic crossings over canyons
Transport
Motorbike rides through valleys
Food
Local meals at homestays
Culture
H'mong & Dao communities
Plan your trip
When to go & visa basics
Best time to visit
- Mar – May Spring — flowers in bloom, dry roads, mild 18–26 °C Ideal
- Sep – Nov Golden rice harvest, clear skies, cool 16–24 °C Ideal
- Dec – Feb Cold & misty in the mountains, 8–18 °C — pack layers Cold
- Jun – Aug Rainy season — landslide risk, lush green but unpredictable Rainy
Visa & entry
- 🇬🇧 🇩🇪 🇫🇷 🇮🇹 🇪🇸 45 days visa-free (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain)
- 🇯🇵 🇰🇷 45 days visa-free (Japan, Korea)
- 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 🇦🇺 e-Visa required — apply online 3 working days
- 🇸🇬 🇹🇭 🇲🇾 🇮🇩 🇵🇭 30 days visa-free (ASEAN)
Passport must be valid 6+ months. Check official rules before travel — policies change.
Discover the mysterious beauty of the
Northeast: A JOURNEY FULL of Experiences and Memories
What Our Customer Says That
Marije K.
Three days that felt like a month of memories. Our guide stopped at every viewpoint, made sure we tried every kind of local food, and even joined a wedding in a tiny mountain village. Unforgettable.
Netherlands · via TripAdvisor
Victor A.
The most authentic motorbike tour I have done in Asia. Small group, fantastic English-speaking guide, and homestays that truly felt like home. Worth every dollar.
Germany · via Google
Sarah M.
As a solo female traveller I felt safe and welcome from minute one. Ma Pi Leng Pass blew my mind, but the homestays with Tay families are what I will remember forever.
Australia · via TripAdvisor
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Reviewed & rated by our guests
Hundreds of travellers from 40+ countries have ridden with us. Check what they say on the platforms you trust.
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By the numbers
500+Happy travellers
40+Nationalities
6 yrsLocal guides
15Tour packages
All bookings backed by friendly 24/7 WhatsApp support.
Tripadvisor · ★★★★★"Best motorbike tour I've done in Vietnam. Our guide stopped at every photo spot, made sure we tried every kind of local food, and the homestays were unforgettable."
Tripadvisor · ★★★★★"Worth every dollar. Small group, fluent English-speaking guide, and the routes they chose felt local — not tourist-trap. Highly recommended for solo travellers too."
Safe & supported
Ride with peace of mind
Motorbike touring is an adventure — but never a gamble. Every guest is covered by our safety stack.
Quality bikes
Honda XR150 / Yamaha YBR125 — fully serviced before every departure.
Full safety gear
Helmet, knee & elbow pads, gloves and raincoat included free.
24/7 support line
WhatsApp emergency line answered within 5 minutes by Ha Giang office.
Travel insurance hint
We recommend SafetyWing or World Nomads for medical & bike cover.
Follow the ride
@cloudy.hagiangloop on Instagram
Daily photos from the road. Real guests, real mountains, real stories.
Where we go
Explore 15+ landmarks in one journey
Click any landmark to find tours that stop there.
Guide Travel
Northeast Vietnam
Tasting H'mong Cuisine: A Food Lover's Journey
Discover the unique flavours of buckwheat cake, men men, thang co, and corn wine.
The Ultimate Ha Giang Loop Guide for First-Time Travellers
Everything you need to know before riding the most beautiful motorbike route in Vietnam.
10 Things to Know Before Visiting Ha Giang
From travel permits to local etiquette, here is what every traveller should know.
Frequently asked
Questions & answers
Everything travellers usually ask before booking with us.
Is the Ha Giang Loop suitable for beginners?
Yes! The majority of our riders have never ridden a motorbike before. We start with a 30-minute practice session, choose an automatic 110cc bike, and ride at the back of the group with you for the first day. If you are not confident, we offer the "Easy-rider" option (ride pillion with a local driver).
What is the best month to ride the Ha Giang Loop?
March to May and September to November are ideal — dry roads, mild temperatures (18–26 °C) and the rice terraces are golden in October. June–August has heavy rain and landslide risk. December–February is misty and cold (8–18 °C) — beautiful but pack layers.
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