Experience an exceptional 8-day Vietnam motorcycle adventure that kicks off with a unique overnight train journey from Hanoi to Lao Cai. From there, ride through the captivating landscapes of Sapa, with its stunning terraced rice fields and vibrant ethnic communities. Traverse rugged mountain passes to Xin Man and Ha Giang, stopping at colorful local markets, ancient Hmong villages, and historical landmarks like the Hmong King’s palace. Conquer the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass, enjoy the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall, and unwind at the serene Ba Be Lake before returning to Hanoi. This trip blends thrilling rides with authentic cultural encounters and spectacular natural wonders, making it a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
At about 9h30pm the evening before, we’ll take the night train 4 bed soft sleeper cabin to Lao Cai. We arrive at Lao Cai station about 6am. After breakfast, We begin our trip in the center of Lao Cai, which is next to the international border with China, where important trading in North happens – Have a short break at border, before we head to Sapa town, famous for its stunning terraced rice fields, cool climate, and rich cultural diversity. On the way, we will pass through winding roads surrounded by lush landscapes, stopping at scenic viewpoints for photos and to admire the beautiful mountain vistas. Overnight at the hotel in Sapa.
When we finish eating our breakfast at a local restaurant nearby, we visit the local market, buy souvenirs, take pictures, and mix with the local ethnic minorities (Dzao, Flower H’mong, Nung, etc). Today, we will be testing (and sharpening) our riding skills as the roads that go through the mountain passes are challenging! We'll have lunch in Hoang Su Phi. After lunchtime, we’ll ride off road up to the top of Tay Con Linh mountain rage, this can be challenging yourself to ride about 40 km off road through the jungle without seeing any village , this will be the most beautiful trail in our Vietnam motor bike tour . In the afternoon, we get to the main road and heading 20 km to Ha Giang are far more relaxing and easy, as we rejoin Road 2. Depending on the time, we may even manage to enjoy and relax in the waterfall in Ha Thanh. We’ll spend the night in a hotel.
Today it's all about the journey. As you traverse the 21-km Mã Pí Lèng Pass you’ll see why this is declared the most spectacular stretch of road in all of Vietnam. Giant cone-shaped limestone mountains tower, with brilliant green-clad cliffs cascading into the steep river valleys below. Places like this are what travel dreams are made of. before we reach Bao Lac, where we stop for the day. Bao Lac is considered a great ethnic crossroad where ethnic groups of all Northeast Vietnam meet. The Sunday market is a great meeting point for many ethnic groups from both sides of the borders. We’ll spend the night in a hotel.
This morning we will visit a village of Lo Lo people, a small ethnic group living high up on the mountain who have preserved their original culture, including their colorful, intricate traditional clothing and wooden stilt houses. Next, continue on towards Bản Giốc, riding through beautiful countryside before reaching the resort at Ban Gioc. SLEEP: Resort at Bản Giốc
Group Size | Price/ person/ day |
1 rider | USD 250 |
2 riders | USD 200 |
3 riders | USD 190 |
4 riders | USD 180 |
Test Despite of the fact that Vietnamese government attempts to outlaw the practice, the US Dollars still acts as an alternative currency which is almost completely interchangeable with Vietnam Dong. Many prices, especially for hotels, tours and expensive restaurants, are still quoted in USD, though you can pay in dong if you’d rather - just check what exchange rate they’re using.
For everyday expenses, we recommend you carry a mix of US Dollars cash and Vietnam Dong. For larger items or when the exchange rate works in your favour, use dollars. For cyclos, local food stalls and small purchases, it’s best to use Vietnam Dong. In either case, make sure you always have a stock of small notes so that there is no need to worry about change.
Absolutely! If you and your friends are looking for a private, one-of-a-kind adventure, we’ll design a trip just for your group. Share your travel ideas with us through our Tailor Made Tour form or message us on WhatsApp (+84 962913811), and together we’ll create an itinerary that perfectly matches your interests, pace, and style.
Yes, solo travelers are more than welcome to join our scheduled group tours. We operate group departures every month. Simply contact us to check the upcoming dates, and we’ll be happy to arrange for you to join a suitable group.