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Ha Giang Loop
Ha Giang Loop
Ha Giang Loop + Cao Bang + Ba Be Lake 6 Days 5 Nights Adventure
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$319
USD / person
Overview
About this tour
The grand 6-day expedition: Ha Giang loop highlights → Cao Bang geopark (Ban Gioc waterfall, Nguom Ngao cave) → Ba Be — Vietnam's largest natural lake.
Combines three of northern Vietnam's most legendary regions into one journey. Start with the Ha Giang Loop (Heaven Gate, Ma Pi Leng pass, Nho Que river boat), cross into Cao Bang for the Ban Gioc waterfall + Nguom Ngao cave, end at Ba Be — Vietnam's largest freshwater lake with a sunset boat ride.
3 packages (Saving / Budget / Plus) × 3 ride modes (easy-rider / self-drive / sit-behind) — 9 price combinations to fit any traveller.
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 → Dong Van
Pickup 8:00 AM. Bac Sum slope, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Twin Mountains, Lung Tam linen cooperative, lunch in Yen Minh.
Tham Ma pass, arrive Dong Van Old Quarter by 5:00 PM. H'mong family dinner.
Destinations
- Bac Sum slope
- Quan Ba Heaven Gate
- Twin Mountains
- Lung Tam linen
- Yen Minh
- Tham Ma pass
- Dong Van Old Quarter
Day 2
Dong Van → Lung Cu → Ma Pi Leng → Bao Lac
Lung Cu flagpole + China border viewpoint. Ma Pi Leng pass + Nho Que river boat through Tu San canyon. Continue to Bao Lac town for the night.
Destinations
- Lung Cu flagpole
- China border
- Ma Pi Leng pass
- Nho Que river
- Tu San canyon
- Bao Lac
Day 3
Bao Lac → Khau Coc Tra → Cao Bang City
Cross Khau Coc Tra pass — 15 hairpin bends. Mê Farmstay, Lenin Spring. Arrive Cao Bang City evening.
Destinations
- Khau Coc Tra pass
- Mê Farmstay
- Lenin Spring
- Cao Bang City
Day 4
Cao Bang → Ban Gioc Waterfall
Nguom Ngao Cave (3 km underground river). Phat Tich Truc Lam pagoda. Ban Gioc Waterfall — SE Asia\'s largest natural border waterfall + boat trip. God\'s Eye Mountain, Ma Phuc pass.
Destinations
- Nguom Ngao Cave
- Phat Tich Truc Lam pagoda
- Ban Gioc Waterfall
- God's Eye Mountain
- Ma Phuc Pass
Day 5
Cao Bang → Ba Be Lake
Drive south to Ba Be — Vietnam\'s largest natural freshwater lake. Sunset boat ride, dinner at Pac Ngoi Tay village homestay.
Destinations
- Ba Be Lake
- Pac Ngoi Tay village
- Sunset boat ride
Day 6
Ba Be Lake exploration → Hanoi bus
Morning kayak option on Ba Be. Lunch then drive back to Hanoi, drop-off at Old Quarter by 6:00 PM.
Destinations
- Ba Be Lake morning
- Thai Nguyen
- Hanoi Old Quarter
Choose your style
Packages & pricing
Pick a package below — included items, price, and booking form update automatically when you switch durations above.
Saving
6 days / 5 nights
Shared dorm · local cuisine · local guide · best value
$405
USD/person
- Pro local rider drives you · no licence needed
- Highly recommended for first-timers
- Dorm rooms + local cuisine + local guide
- 8-10 people group
- Daily breakfast + local meals
- Helmets + protective gear
- Boat tickets (Ban Gioc + Ba Be lake)
- 1 large water bottle/day
- Beverages
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- Border-area permit ($10 if needed)
- Quality motorbike + fuel + safety gear
- 1968 IDP (A/A1) required
- Dorm rooms + local cuisine + local guide
- 8-10 people group
- Daily breakfast + local meals
- Helmets + protective gear
- Boat tickets (Ban Gioc + Ba Be lake)
- 1 large water bottle/day
- Beverages
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- Border-area permit ($10 if needed)
- Friend with licence drives, you sit pillion
- 1 bike for 2 people
- Dorm rooms + local cuisine + local guide
- 8-10 people group
- Daily breakfast + local meals
- Helmets + protective gear
- Boat tickets (Ban Gioc + Ba Be lake)
- 1 large water bottle/day
- Beverages
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- Border-area permit ($10 if needed)
Budget
6 days / 5 nights
Standard private room · all meals · main entry tickets
$510
USD/person
- Pro local rider drives you · no licence needed
- Highly recommended for first-timers
- Standard private room
- 8-10 people group
- All meals (B/L/D)
- Helmets + protective gear
- Boat tickets
- All entry fees
- Tips for guide
- Travel insurance
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- 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
- Boat tickets
- All entry fees
- Tips for guide
- Travel insurance
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
- Friend with licence drives, you sit pillion
- 1 bike for 2 people
- Standard private room
- 8-10 people group
- All meals (B/L/D)
- Helmets + protective gear
- Boat tickets
- All entry fees
- Tips for guide
- Travel insurance
- Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang transfer
Plus
6 days / 5 nights
Luxury homestay · special cuisine · all tickets · insurance · max 8 group
$650
USD/person
- Pro local rider drives you · no licence needed
- Highly recommended for first-timers
- Luxury homestay + special cuisine
- Max 8 people group
- All meals + special H'mong dinner
- 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 + special H'mong dinner
- Premium safety gear
- All entry tickets + permits
- Welcome drink + souvenir
- Travel insurance
- Tips (optional)
- Friend with licence drives, you sit pillion
- 1 bike for 2 people
- Luxury homestay + special cuisine
- Max 8 people group
- All meals + special H'mong dinner
- 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 (5 nights)
- Daily breakfast + local meals
- Boat tickets (Ban Gioc + Ba Be)
- 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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