Best Of North Vietnam Loop Motorcycle Tour
7 DAYS · Vietnam Loop GUIDED MOTORCYCLE TOUR HONDA FLEET ALL-TERRAIN

Best Of North Vietnam Loop Motorcycle Tour

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7 Waypoints Circuit View Itinerary
Hanoi Vu Linh Bac Ha Ha Giang Dong Van Bao Lac Ba Be
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Duration 7 Days 6 Nights Riding
Fleet Honda Fleet 150cc – 300cc
Group 2 - 10 Riders (Max 12) Small Group Tour
Support Luggage truck & mechanic from 7+ riders Guide & Support
Deposit 30% deposit upon confirmation Secure Booking

Tour Overview & Highlights

7 DAYS EXPEDITION

This is no doubt one of the most beautiful Vietnam motorcycle tour to ride as it will bring you the visit to the most imposing and scenic parts of the north Vietnam where also offer the unique experience to learn about the culture, customs, habits and daily life of Vietnamese and many different ethic groups. ” must say real Vietnam ”

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GPS TRACKS · 7 DAYS

Detailed Tour Itinerary

7 DAYS · DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Brief itinerary:

Day 1 – Hanoi to Vu Linh (Lake Thac Ba)
Ride out of Hanoi on quiet backroads to Thac Ba Lake region. Scenic countryside, tea plantations, and ethnic villages. Overnight in a traditional stilt house at Vu Linh.

Day 2 – Vu Linh to Bac Ha
Continue through rolling hills and rice terraces to Bac Ha, famous for its hill-tribe markets (Sun only) and vibrant highland culture.

Day 3 – Bac Ha to Ha Giang
Ride winding mountain roads and cross lush valleys en route to Ha Giang City – gateway to Vietnam’s far north.

Day 4 – Ha Giang to Dong Van (via Ma Pi Leng Pass)
Climb into the Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Geopark. Spectacular limestone peaks, deep valleys, and authentic ethnic villages. Stop at the historic H’Mong King Palace.

Day 5 – Dong Van to Bao Lac
Descend from the high karst to the river valleys of Bao Lac, known for its peaceful ethnic markets and less-traveled backroads.

Day 6 – Bao Lac to Ba Be Lake
Ride south through hidden passes to Ba Be National Park. Take a boat trip on the emerald lake surrounded by limestone cliffs and jungle.

Day 7 – Ba Be Lake to Hanoi
Final scenic ride back to Hanoi via country lanes. Arrive late afternoon; tour ends.

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Day 1 : Hanoi motorbike tours to Vu Linh

This morning we will spend 30 minutes for the guide to do briefing about the trip and how to ride in Vietnam also to get used to with the bike before we start our trip to Thac Ba Lake which has an area of 23,400 ha and 1,331 islands and hills with diverse ecological environments. The water in the lake is blue and clear, and imprinted with the reflections of the surrounding ancient forest.

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Hanoi motorbike tours to Vu Linh – Thac Ba Lake

On arrival to Vu Linh ethnic village of Dao minority by the side of the lake, it is your time to do leisure walk to explore this beautiful village and people life.

Tonight, the welcome is exceptional with a lot of local rice-wine from the hosts is surely one of the highlights of the trip. Overnight in homestay.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Distance: 180 km, 6 hours riding

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Day 2 : Vu Linh motorbiking towards Bac Ha

Beautiful ride today along Thac Ba lake, during your way, you will have chances to visit many roadside ethnic villages and markets. Continue to Bac Ha for overnight in a guesthouse.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: 180 km, 6 hours riding

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Day 3:  Bac Ha riding tour to Ha Giang

This morning, visit lively and colorful market in Bac Ha, one of the most interesting ethnic markets in Vietnam and possibly everywhere in South East Asia: “Sunday is market day in Bac Ha, which is the occasion for the various local ethnies to gather in huge crowds to exchange the last news, gossip, shop, and eat a copious lunch. It was visibly a festive.

Contimue our trip to Ha Giang via Xin Ma and Hoang Su Phi. The road is very beautiful with many curves.

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Ha Giang Motorbike Tours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: 200 km, 6 hours riding

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Day 4: Ha Giang motorbike trips to Dong Van

Today ride must be highlights of the trip and one of the most beautiful parts for doing Vietnam Motorcyle Tours as we will visit one of the most remote land in Vietnam where are special with many ethnic groups with their unique cultures and imposing mountains – the “Heaven Gate” in Quan Ba, Rock Plateau and the Vuong palace in Dong Van. Overnight in Dong Van

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: 145 km, 5 hours riding

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Ha Giang Motorcycle Tour to Dong Van
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Day 5:  Motorcycle tour from Dong Van to Bao Lac

After the breakfast, let spend your time to visit Dong Van street and if it falls on Sunday, you will have great opportunity to visit the weekly maket of Dong Van where gathers many ethnic groups and their local products. The market is like a festival for the local to enjoy the time with friends, talking, drinking…

Continue to Bao Lac via Meo Vac and the highlight will be the conquering of the Ma Phi Leng pass. Upon arrival, check in and stay in a guesthouse in Bao Lac.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: 100 km, 4 hours riding

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Motorcycle tour from Dong Van to Bao Lac
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Day 6: Bao Lac motorcycle tours to Ba Be Lake

Today we continue to Babe lake & national park where the landscape is amazing.

Upon your arrival, you are free at leisure to do the boat trip or walk to explore the village of the Tay people. Overnight in homestay of a Tay family.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance: 150 km

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Bao Lac motorcycle tours to Ba Be Lake
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Day 7:  Ba Be Lake motorbiking back to Hanoi

This morning, we ride back to our office and get transferred to your hotel. We hope that you have enjoyed your Vietnam Motorbike Tour with us and look forward to welcoming your next Vietnam motorcycle Tours.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance: 230 km, 7 hours riding

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The Motorbikes: Your Choice of Machine

GENUINE DUAL-SPORT FLEET · 150CC – 300CC

Our motorcycle fleet features genuine, modern adventure-touring and dual-sport machines (150cc – 300cc) built for all terrains—from winding tarmac mountain passes like O Quy Ho, Hai Van, and Ma Pi Leng to rugged backcountry trails.

Thoroughly Inspected — Before Every Tour
Daily Pro Inspection — Certified Mechanics
Full Touring Rigging — Racks, Bars & USB
DUAL SPORT · 149 CC Fleet Ready Honda XR150L

Honda XR150L

Accessible, economical dual-sport for backroads & scenic loops

The Honda XR150L is built for riders seeking both reliability and affordability on their Vietnam journeys. With smooth handling, strong fuel efficiency, and off-road capability, this bike is a favorite choice for Vietnam motorcycle tours, whether cruising rural backroads or venturing into remote landscapes.

  • Engine Air-cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke dual-sport
  • Power / Torque 12 bhp · 12.5 Nm @ 6,000 RPM
  • Kerb weight 129 kg
  • Seat height 825 mm
  • Fuel capacity 12 L (450+ km range)
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DUAL SPORT · 249 CC Fleet Ready Honda CRF250L

Honda CRF250L

Proven, reliable dual-sport for technical trail adventures

The Honda CRF250L is a proven dirt bike designed for riders who love off-road adventures. With its agile frame, reliable Honda engineering, and smooth handling, it’s the perfect motorcycle for exploring Vietnam’s rugged mountain trails, jungle tracks, and remote villages on a Vietnam Dirt Bike Tour.

  • Engine Single cylinder, 4 stroke, 4 valve, DOHC
  • Power / Torque 24 bhp · 22 Nm @ 7,000 RPM
  • Kerb weight 144 kg
  • Seat height 875 mm
  • Fuel capacity 7.8 L (lightweight agile range)
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DUAL SPORT · 286 CC Fleet Ready Honda CRF300L

Honda CRF300L

Lightweight off-road agility with responsive power

The Honda CRF300L is the ultimate dirt bike for riders craving off-road adventures in Vietnam. From rugged mountain trails to jungle tracks and river crossings, this lightweight dual-sport machine delivers agility, power, and excitement. Perfect for Vietnam Dirt Bike Tours and enduro lovers who want to explore beyond the pavement.

  • Engine Liquid- cooled, Single, DOHC
  • Power / Torque 27 bhp · 26.6 Nm @ 6,500 RPM
  • Kerb weight 142 kg
  • Seat height 880 mm
  • Fuel capacity 7.8 L (lightweight trail agile range)
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Important Tour Advice · Read Before Riding

ESSENTIAL BOOKING & EXPEDITION TERMS
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Personal Tailoring: We can fully customize riding pace, daily distance, and accommodation to match your preferred travel dates and riding style.

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Deposit & Confirmation: A 30% deposit secures your tour booking. The remaining balance is payable prior to tour departure or upon arrival in Hanoi.

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Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance is compulsory for all riders participating in motorcycle adventure tours in Vietnam.

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Technical Support: In case of technical breakdown, we replace or repair the bike promptly. If an unavoidable issue shortens your ride, unused days are refunded.

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Rider Experience: All riders must be healthy, physically fit, and confident in their motorbiking ability for medium-to-large displacement motorcycles.

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Flexible Rescheduling: Deposits are non-refundable, but you are free to postpone your booking to another scheduled date should unforeseen changes arise.

What's Included & Excluded

7 DAYS · ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPEDITION

What's Included

  • Motorbike(s) (Honda or Yamaha)
  • Helmet(s)
  • Driving gears
  • Gasoline on tour
  • English speaking guide
  • Mechanic (only for group from 6 passengers)
  • Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary (based on twin or/and triple shared)
  • Homestay permission
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees & Sightseeing fees
  • Boat trip on Ba Be lake
  • Bottled water, coffee and fruits on tour

What's Excluded

  • Travel insurance
  • Visa
  • Air-ticket
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Price & Reservation

TRANSPARENT PRICING · DIRECT LOCAL BOOKING
All-inclusive per rider
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Deposit to hold a place30% deposit upon confirmation
Payment termsBalance due on arrival / prior to tour
Motorcycle choiceIncluded with fuel & gears
Group format2 - 10 Riders (Max 12)
DIRECT OPERATOR GUARANTEE

All tours are organized and operated directly by Vietnam Motorbike Tour. Experienced English-speaking road captains, professional mechanics, and 24/7 dedicated support.

TALK TO A LOCAL EXPERT

Have questions about route difficulty, bike selection, or customized dates? Our tour specialists are ready to help you plan the ride.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best time of year to visit Vietnam?

The best time to ride Vietnam is spring (February to May) and autumn (August to November). Temperatures are moderate and rainfall is lighter. Northern mountain passes like Ha Giang and Ma Pi Leng are particularly majestic during autumn when terraced rice fields turn golden.

How can I ride motorbikes legally in Vietnam?

Riders should possess an International Driving Permit (IDP - 1968 Convention) with a valid motorcycle endorsement along with their home country motorcycle driving license. Our tour leader ensures all briefings and local regulations are respected.

Is it safe to ride a motorcycle in Vietnam?

Guided motorbike travel in Vietnam is safe and rewarding when accompanied by experienced road captains. We keep a controlled group pace, navigate challenging intersections smoothly, and enforce strict safety gear standards.

What riding gear is included and what should I bring?

We provide certified helmets, elbow and knee protection, and gloves. Riders are strongly encouraged to bring their own fitted riding jacket, waterproof motorcycle boots, and breathable rain gear for maximum personal comfort.

What happens in case of a mechanical breakdown?

Our tours carry toolkits and essential spare parts. For groups of 5 or more riders, an expert motorcycle mechanic travels with the group. If any bike experiences a major issue, it is repaired immediately or replaced with an equivalent machine.

Can pillion passengers (couples/friends) join?

Absolutely! Pillion passengers are warmly welcomed on our scenic routes. Our Honda CB500X and BMW R 1250 GS adventure machines provide superb two-up comfort with dedicated pillion rates.

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