Hot 3 days / 2 nights
Ha Giang Loop
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$269
USD / person
Overview
About this tour
5-day combo: Ha Giang Loop highlights → Cao Bang geopark (Ban Gioc waterfall, Nguom Ngao cave).
The 5-day adventure combines Ha Giang's legendary motorbike loop with Cao Bang's geopark wonders — Ban Gioc waterfall (SE Asia's largest border waterfall), Nguom Ngao cave, Khau Coc Tra pass. Perfect for travellers wanting to extend beyond the standard 3-day loop without the full 6-day commitment.
Tour highlights
Ma Pi Leng & Heaven's Gate viewpoints
Authentic family homestays
Local H'mong & Tay cuisine
Max 8 travellers per group
Day by day
Your itinerary
Day 1
Ha Giang → Quan Ba → Yen Minh
Meet drivers 8-9 AM, breakfast. Bac Sum slope, hidden waterfall swim, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Twin Mountains. Lung Tam linen cooperative. Yen Minh homestay dinner.
Destinations
- Bac Sum slope
- Hidden waterfall
- Quan Ba Heaven Gate
- Twin Mountains
- Lung Tam linen
- Yen Minh
Day 2
Yen Minh → Lung Cu → Dong Van
Tham Ma pass, Lung Cu flagpole at China border, hidden mountain paths, arrive Dong Van Old Quarter. Homestay dinner with local family.
Destinations
- Tham Ma pass
- Lung Cu flagpole
- China border
- Dong Van Old Quarter
Day 3
Dong Van → Ma Pi Leng → Bao Lac
Legendary Ma Pi Leng pass with multiple viewpoints. Nho Que river boat ride through Tu San canyon. Continue to Bao Lac for the night.
Destinations
- Ma Pi Leng pass
- Nho Que river
- Tu San canyon
- Bao Lac
Day 4
Bao Lac → Khau Coc Tra → Cao Bang area
Khau Coc Tra pass (15 hairpin bends), God\'s Eye Mountain viewpoint, Khuổi Ki ancient stone village. Homestay night near Cao Bang.
Destinations
- Khau Coc Tra Pass
- God's Eye Mountain
- Khuổi Ki stone village
Day 5
Cao Bang → Ban Gioc Waterfall → Hanoi bus
Nguom Ngao Cave, Phat Tich Truc Lam pagoda, Ban Gioc Waterfall + boat trip, Ma Phuc pass. Drop off at Cao Bang ~3 PM, afternoon bus to Hanoi.
Destinations
- Nguom Ngao Cave
- Phat Tich Truc Lam pagoda
- Ban Gioc Waterfall
- Ma Phuc Pass
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Packages & pricing
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Saving
5 days / 4 nights
Shared dorm · local cuisine · local guide · best value
$334
USD/person
- Pro local rider drives you · no licence needed
- Dorm rooms + local cuisine
- 8-10 people group
- Daily breakfast + local meals
- Helmets + protective gear
- Boat tickets (Ban Gioc waterfall)
- 1 large water bottle/day
- Beverages
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- Border-area permit ($10)
- Quality motorbike + fuel + safety gear
- 1968 IDP (A/A1) required
- Dorm rooms + local cuisine
- 8-10 people group
- Daily breakfast + local meals
- Helmets + protective gear
- Boat tickets (Ban Gioc waterfall)
- 1 large water bottle/day
- Beverages
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- Border-area permit ($10)
- Friend rides, you sit pillion
- 1 bike for 2 people
- Dorm rooms + local cuisine
- 8-10 people group
- Daily breakfast + local meals
- Helmets + protective gear
- Boat tickets (Ban Gioc waterfall)
- 1 large water bottle/day
- Beverages
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- Border-area permit ($10)
Budget
5 days / 4 nights
Standard private room · all meals · main entry tickets
$420
USD/person
- Pro local rider drives you · no licence needed
- Standard private room
- 8-10 people group
- All meals (B/L/D)
- Helmets + protective gear
- Main entry tickets
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Quality motorbike + fuel + safety gear
- 1968 IDP (A/A1) required
- Standard private room
- 8-10 people group
- All meals (B/L/D)
- Helmets + protective gear
- Main entry tickets
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Friend rides, you sit pillion
- 1 bike for 2 people
- Standard private room
- 8-10 people group
- All meals (B/L/D)
- Helmets + protective gear
- Main entry tickets
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Plus
5 days / 4 nights
Luxury homestay · special cuisine · all tickets · insurance · max 8 group
$530
USD/person
- Pro local rider drives you · no licence needed
- Luxury homestay + special cuisine
- Max 8 people group
- All meals + traditional dinners
- Premium safety gear
- All entry tickets + permits
- Welcome drink + souvenir
- Travel insurance
- Tips (optional)
- Quality motorbike + fuel + safety gear
- 1968 IDP (A/A1) required
- Luxury homestay + special cuisine
- Max 8 people group
- All meals + traditional dinners
- Premium safety gear
- All entry tickets + permits
- Welcome drink + souvenir
- Travel insurance
- Tips (optional)
- Friend rides, you sit pillion
- 1 bike for 2 people
- Luxury homestay + special cuisine
- Max 8 people group
- All meals + traditional dinners
- Premium safety gear
- All entry tickets + permits
- Welcome drink + souvenir
- Travel insurance
- Tips (optional)
What's included
- Quality motorbike + fuel + safety gear
- Local English-speaking guide
- Homestay accommodation (4 nights)
- Daily breakfast + local meals
- Boat ticket at Ban Gioc
- 24/7 emergency support
Not included
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- Personal expenses & tips
- Travel insurance (unless Plus)
- Border-area permit (if needed)
Where you sleep
Homestay & accommodation
Locally-owned stilt-house homestays — clean private rooms, hot showers, shared family dinners. Far from generic chain hotels.
Wi-Fi
Hot shower
Family dinner
Heating in winter
Secure parking
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Do I need riding experience to do the Ha Giang Loop?
No. We offer the option of riding pillion behind one of our experienced local "Easy Riders" — perfect for travellers without motorbike experience. If you choose to ride solo, we recommend at least basic motorbike experience.
How many people are in a group?
Our groups are kept small — maximum 8 travellers per English-speaking guide — to keep the experience personal and flexible.
What is the best time of year to visit Ha Giang?
September to November offers the best weather and golden rice terraces. March–April is buckwheat flower season. December–February is colder but stunning with mist and quiet roads.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that covers motorbike riding in Vietnam.
Can the tour be customized?
Absolutely! Contact us with your preferred dates, group size and interests and we will design a private tour just for you.
What is your cancellation policy?
Full refund if cancelled 7+ days before the tour. 50% refund if cancelled 3–6 days before. No refund for cancellations within 48 hours of the tour start.
How do I book a tour and what is the deposit?
Pick a tour from our website and submit the booking form, or message us on WhatsApp. We confirm availability within 24h and send a secure link to pay a 30 USD/person deposit. The deposit is non-refundable but transferable. Balance is paid in cash on arrival.
Can I customise an itinerary for our group?
Yes — many of our trips are custom-designed for families, couples, photographers, or rider groups with specific interests. Send us a message with your dates, group size and what you would love to see — we will reply with a tailored plan within 24 hours.
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Traveller stories
What guests say
Marije K.
Netherlands · via TripAdvisor
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.
Victor A.
Germany · via Google
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.
Sarah M.
Australia · via TripAdvisor
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.
Tom & Lara
United Kingdom · via Google
Booked the 4-day Plus package. Bikes were brand new, helmets and gear top quality, route stunningly designed. Our guide Hung was incredible — knowledgeable, kind and patient.
Nicolas P.
France · via TripAdvisor
A perfect balance of riding, photo stops, local food and chilling at the homestay. The group of 6 was just right. Bottle of corn wine with the family in the evening — pure magic.
Emiko H.
Japan · via Google
Beautiful tour, very well organised. The only minor thing was that the second-day road was wet from rain — but our guide handled it perfectly and we still made it safely. Highly recommend.
Cancellation policy
- 14+ days before: full deposit refund
- 7–13 days: 50% deposit refund
- Under 7 days: non-refundable but transferable
- Weather: we reschedule or refund affected days
Deposit & good to know
- 30 USD/person deposit to confirm booking
- Full payment in cash on arrival
- Deposit is non-refundable but transferable
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