Colossal Ha Giang Loop Tour via Ba Be Lake and Cao Bang – 6 days
6 DAYS · Vietnam Loop GUIDED MOTORCYCLE TOUR HONDA FLEET ALL-TERRAIN

Colossal Ha Giang Loop Tour via Ba Be Lake and Cao Bang – 6 days

Route
9 Waypoints Circuit View Itinerary
Ha Giang Ban Gioc Cao Bang Bao Lac Meo Vac Ma Pi Leng mountain pass PASS Dong Van Lung Cu Dong Van
Reserve a place Watch the film Contact Tailored custom quote
Duration 6 Days 5 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

6 DAYS EXPEDITION

Embark on a 6-day odyssey through the majestic landscapes of Northern Vietnam with our Colossal Ha Giang Loop Tour. From the captivating heights of Ha Giang to the serene shores of Ba Be Lake and the cultural richness of Cao Bang, this adventure promises an immersive journey through nature's grandeur and cultural gems. Get ready for a road trip of epic proportions, where every turn unveils a new chapter in Vietnam's mesmerizing tapestry.

Trip's Video

OFFICIAL EXPEDITION FOOTAGE · 4K

Expedition Route Map

GPS TRACKS · 6 DAYS

Detailed Tour Itinerary

6 DAYS · DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Summary

The whole of northern Vietnam offers so much to discover. While all mountainous, it also presents a lot of variations in landscape

and sights to take in. On our ‘Big Loop’ we ensure to cover three of the most famous sights and areas – the Ba Be Lake (entrancing fresh-water lake surrounded by the high limestone mountains and primeval jungle and retains its beauty year-round), the Ban Gioc waterfall (this 30 m high and 200 m wide fall on the boarder of Vietnam/China will stun any visitor) and the Ma Pi Leng mountain pass (without doubt the most astonishing mountain road in Vietnam. 20 km of winding road that formally hangs on the mountain side with jaw dropping views at every bend)

This tour presents some longer days on the bike so both stamina and experience (especially if self-driving) is a requirement.

Possibility to self-drive or to ride pillion (behind guide/driver). If self-driving, we recommend extensive prior motorcycling experience.

Accommodation will be in a mix of ethnic minority homestay and hotels

Roundtrip bus transfer from Hanoi to Hagiang

  1. Pickup:

    We will pick you up at 19:30 pm at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter the day before

  2. Board the Night Bus:

    • Head to the bus on the scheduled day, and board the night bus to Ha Giang. Night buses often come equipped with sleeper seats, allowing you to rest during the journey.
  3. Arrival in Ha Giang:

    • The journey from Hanoi to Ha Giang takes around 7-8 hours. You’ll arrive in Ha Giang early in the morning. Take a short break before starting the tour 

Itinerary

The tour may be done clockwise or anti-clockwise around the loop and will depend on driving skills, seasons and market-days.

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Day 1: Ha Giang motorbike tour to Ba Be Lake via Bac Quang and Na Hang 

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(approx. 245 km)

After some breakfast, we on a ‘marathon loop’, but even if there are many kms to cover it is for a large part on easy roads where we make up distance at quite a speed. We go south out on highway QL 2 till we reach Viet Quang where we turn into road TL 279 and we will reach the small town of Na Hang where we stop for lunch.

After lunch we ‘finally’ meet beautiful mountains roads taking us over a spectacular mountain pass before reaching the town of Cho Ra in late afternoon where we branch of and go down Ba Be Lake. Here we check into a nice Homestay by the lake and which will provide us a wonderful dinner, bed and breakfast. (Day includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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Day 2: Ha Giang Loop Tour via Ba Be Lake and Cao Bang: Motorcycle tour to Ba Be Lake

We will spend the full day on and around the lake. After breakfast we will enjoy a boat ride and explore the lake and its surroundings. The lakes have a lot to offer, including waterfalls, rivers, valleys and caves all set amidst picturesque landscapes. Lunch and dinner at the Homestay. (Day includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).

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Day 3: Ha Giang – Cao Bang – Ban Gioc Waterfalls, approx. 205 km

After breakfast we travel north up and down the ‘snake pass’ and stop for our lunch in Cao Bang City. We continue towards the Chinese boarder where at the end of the day meet the breath-taking Ban Gioc Waterfall which spans over 300 meters, split half and half between Vietnam and China. We spend the night in a Nung ethnic homestay and enjoy some traditional home-cooked dinner. (Day includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

 

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Day 4: Ha Giang Loop Tour via Ba Be Lake and Cao Bang: Ban Gioc – Cao Bang – Bao Lac, approx. 210 km

After breakfast we start the morning to discover the Nguom Ngao Cave, an impressive natural wonder with a cave that stretches for 2,144 meters underground and is brimming with incredible stalactites and stalagmites. Then it is time for a ride through beautiful landscape and nice roads until we reach the small town of Ba Lac where we take into a hotel for the night. (Day includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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Day 5: Ban Lac motorbike tour to Meo Vac – Ma Pi Leng mountain pass – Dong Van – Lung Cu – Dong Van, approx. 145 km

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From Bao Lac town we continue north and connect to QL 4C or ‘Road of Happiness’ and start driving north towards Meo Vac where we take lunch. After that we will climb up the majestic Ma Pi Leng mountain pass. 22 km of stunning beauty and a road that just hangs off the mountainside. We will reach the most norther town of Vietnam, Dong Van, but we continue on to reach the North pole. Anyway, that is what the most northern point of Vietnam is jokingly called – Lung Cu and its famous flagpole tower which we climb and view China from the top. We return towards Dong Van where we stay in a hotel or homestay as what has been agreed. (Day includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

 

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Day 6: Ha Giang Loop Tour via Ba Be Lake and Cao Bang: Dong Van motorbike tour to Sa Phin – Yen Minh – Tam Son – Ha Giang City, approx. 150 km drive

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If we are waking up on a Sunday in Dong Van the weekly big local market meets you before or after a breakfast. More ethnic minority groups than you can count have travelled on Saturday or extremely early on Sunday to reach here. Really colourful and people from near and far to do their weekly shopping and gossiping. Thereafter, we start our journey south. Soon we reach Sa Phin where we find the one-hundred-year-old palace of Vuong Chinh Duc – the King of H’mong people. We go down the Stone Plateau and reach Yen Minh where we take lunch and then climb a mountain pass covered in pine forest and sweeping rice terraces along our drive. Down to the Song La river valley until the road takes us up to Tam Son, over the Quan Ba mountain pass and back to Ha Giang. (Day includes Breakfast, Lunch).

After having a shower and a dinner (your own account),  you will board the night bus where you take a sleep on and arrive in Hanoi early morning the next day.

 

End of the trip

 

Hereunder are the pricing options to match with your personal plans

1. Option 1: if you are budget travelers looking for group tours to save your travel budget, you can join our groups of different tourists with no more than 10 people at the price of US$ 498/person

* NOTES:

+ On this group tour, you’ll be just pillion passengers sitting behind our guides/drivers.
+ You must be joining with other different riders under the supervision of our guide 

2. Option 2: If you guys don’t want to join with other different riders, you can be in private groups with your own friends and sitting behind our drivers, the cost will be as follows:

 

Group of 1 person

 

Group of 2 – 4 People

Group of 5 – 7 People

Group of 8 – 10 People

US$ 834/person

US$ 774/person

US$ 720/person

US$ 678/person

 

* NOTE:
+ On this private tour, you’ll be just pillion passengers sitting behind our guides/drivers.
+ You won’t have to join with any outsider yet but only you and your friends with our guide

3. Option 3: In case, you guys are much confident in your riding skills & prefer riding motorbikes on your own on private groups, the cost for each riding geared scooters of 110cc or automatic ones of 125cc will be as follows:

 

Group of 1 person

 

Group of 2 – 4 People

Group of 5 – 7 People

Group of 8 – 10 People

US$ 828/person

US$ 738/person

US$ 690/person

US$ 648/person

 

* NOTES:
+ If you prefer riding motorbikes on your own, you must have International Driver’s Permits to ride legally otherwise you must be responsible for all troubles with our traffic police on the roads if they stop to check your paperworks.
+ The surcharge manual Yamaha Exciter 150cc / Honda Winner 150cc, Honda XR 150cc is US$ 18/bike/day 

 

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

6 DAYS · ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPEDITION

What's Included

  • English Speaking Tour guide
  • All meals, as indicated in the itinerary (local Vietnamese food)
  • Drinking water, water or soft drinks during lunch, coffee and a smoothie where they can be found
  • Accommodation (mix of ethnic minority homestay and hotel (shar by two – single room for extra fee possible)
  • Quality genuine Japanese Motorcycles
  • All fuel cost
  • All entrance tickets & permits
  • Full or half-helmet, protective knee and elbow gear, basic rain clothes
  • Bungee cords & plastic cover for your bags
  • Free storage of excess luggage
  • Free dorm bed, when arriving on a night bus, at Guest House (03.00-08.00)
  • Roundtrip bus tickets Hanoi Ha Giang/Ha Giang - Hanoi

What's Excluded

  • Gratuities & tips
  • Alcoholic beverages if not served on behalf of third party like homestay
  • Personal expenses
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Surcharge for special occasions (Holidays, festivals, Christmas, New Year, etc.)

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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