Northeast to Northwest Vietnam Offroad Motorbike Tour
8 DAYS · Vietnam Loop GUIDED MOTORCYCLE TOUR HONDA FLEET ALL-TERRAIN

Northeast to Northwest Vietnam Offroad Motorbike Tour

Route
11 Waypoints Circuit View Itinerary
Hanoi Ba Be Lake Meo Vac Dong Van Ha Giang Sapa Than Uyen Mu Cang Chai Phu Yen Mai Chau Hanoi
Reserve a place Watch the film Contact Tailored custom quote
Duration 8 Days 7 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

8 DAYS EXPEDITION

This 8-day Hanoi Motorbike Tour to Ba Be, Ha Giang, Sapa, Mu Cang Chai, Mai Chau, Meo Vac, Than Uyen, Dong Van is truly amazing trip for experienced riders who want to defy themselves with superb amazing nature in the northwest and northeast of dirt single tracks, muddy offroads, curvy steep passes, deep valleys ... so on

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Detailed Tour Itinerary

8 DAYS · DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Northeast to Northwest Vietnam Offroad Motorbike Tour – Itinerary details:

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DAY 1: HANOI TO BA BE LAKE (240 KM)

This great motorcycle tour to the north of Vietnam starts at around 8 AM. We try the best to avoid busy city roads in the morning until Cho Chu town (in Thai Nguyen province) where we have lunch. After lunch, we surely have an enjoyable motorcycle ride to Ba Be Lake because the roads have less traffic and give you a lot of grand mountain views. At about 4 PM. We arrive at Pac Ngoi – a beautiful village of Tay people located peacefully at Ba Be lake’s side.

Diner and stay with the Tay’s family.

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HANOI TO BA BE LAKE
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DAY 2: NORTHEAST TO NORTHWEST VIETNAM OFFROAD MOTORBIKE TOUR: BABE LAKE TO MEO VAC (170 KM)

Saying goodbye to the family, we’ll ride a motorbike on the back-roads through some rustic villages and the jungle. Then we motorbike across some streams. This promise to be a great day for off-road Vietnam motorbike tour. We will stop in Bao Lac town for lunch and then continue the beautiful motorcycle tour Northern Vietnam to Meo Vac. By taking a scenic route climbs over many Passes where we can enjoy beautiful mountain ranges and the Nho Que river.

Arrive at Meo Vac by 5.00 PM. Dinner in town, Hotel stay. Saying goodbye to the family, we’ll ride a motorbike on the back-roads through some rustic villages and the jungle. Then we motorbike across some streams. This promise to be a great day for off-road Vietnam motorbike tour. We will stop in Bao Lac town for lunch and then continue the beautiful motorcycle tour Northern Vietnam to Meo Vac. By taking a scenic route climbs over many Passes where we can enjoy beautiful mountain ranges and the Nho Que river. Arrive at Meo Vac by 5.00 PM. Dinner in town, Hotel stay.

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DAY 3: MEO VAC TO HA GIANG (180 KM)

Today’s ride promises to be the highlight of this motorcycle trip in north Vietnam. As we will visit one of the most remote lands in Motorbike Tour Around Northern Vietnam – 8 Days. Vietnam where we can see many ethnic groups with their unique cultures and imposing mountains such as Ma Pi Leng Pass. One of the 4 longest and most beautiful passes in North Vietnam, the Rock Plateau, the Vuong palace in Dong Van, The “Heaven Gate” in Quan Ba.

This is for sure the best motorbike ride in Vietnam with many interesting and amazing things in every meter of the road. Arrive Ha Giang in the late afternoon. Dinner and stay with the other Tay’s family or stay in a hotel in Ha Giang city.

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MEO VAC MOTORBIKE TOUR TO HA GIANG
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DAY 4: NORTHEAST TO NORTHWEST VIETNAM OFFROAD MOTORBIKE TOUR: HA GIANG TO SAPA (220KM)

Today we head straight towards the North-western mountain where the main Fanxipan Mountain Range dominates the road until Sapa. The road is very smooth with a good view of green mountain, rice fields between lovely villages of the hill tribes. After a short break in Lao Cai to see the Chinese border, we will have a very beautiful motorbike ride up to Sapa. This motorbike ride is up and up to 1.600 meters above sea level. It offers a great view of a mountain with terrace fields and it must be one of the best motorbike rides in North Vietnam.

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Ha Giang motorbike tour to Sapa

Arrive in Sapa at around 5: 00 pm, overnight at hotel in Sapa.

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DAY 5: SAPA TO MU CANG CHAI (160 KM)

You are free to explore Sapa until 1.30 PM, check out the hotel and we continue the route to Than Uyen, we will make a splendid climb up from Sapa to the top of the highest road pass in Vietnam (Tram Ton Pass). Crossing into Lai Chau Province at over 2000m above sea level. This is a short motorbike ride but could be the most enjoyable motorbike tour from Sapa. The ride offers you amazing view of the Hoang Lien mountain ranges for miles and miles. We arrive in Than Uyen by 5.00 PM.

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Sapa motorbike tour to Mu Cang Chai

Dinner and overnight in hotel.

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DAY 6: NORTHEAST TO NORTHWEST VIETNAM OFFROAD MOTORBIKE TOUR: MU CANG CHAI TO PHU YEN (170 KM)

We keep riding up and down into a forested and high mountain region populated by H’mong peoples, We will hike up a very high mountain pass before descending into a mountainous tea-growing region. Soon after we follow along the valley floor covered in a sea of rice surrounded by Hmong and Thai’s villages all the way to Phu Yen. Especially, after lunch in Mu Cang Chai – a famous land for terrace fields so the ride through Mu Cang Chai is another highlight of this Motorcycle tours North Vietnam.

Arrive Phu Yen town at 5:00 Pm. Overnight at hotel.

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DAY 7: PHU YEN TO MAI CHAU VALLEY (150 KM)

It is a short motorbike tour to Mai Chau valley, but it’s also an enjoyable motorbike ride! It offers some different views from the days before with different hill tribes. Right after Phu Yen town, we will have a great ride along the Da River lake on the winding road between the river lake and mountains. it is likely a motorcycle tour on the coastline in Central Vietnam.

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Vietnam offroad motorcycle tour to Mai Chau valley

After crossing the Da river by a ferry, we will motorcycle up and up to Moc Chau plateau where we stop for lunch. Then after lunch, we’ll make a turn to the quiet mountain road named Hua Tat. It’s built by the French during the wartime and nowadays, it is like a forgotten so the short ride to Mai Chau. It is also the best part of the Northern Vietnam Motorbike Tour.
Arrive Mai Chau at 4:30 PM. Stay in Poom-Coong village of the Thai people – Homestay.

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DAY 8: NORTHEAST TO NORTHWEST VIETNAM OFFROAD MOTORBIKE TOUR: MAI CHAU MOTORCYCLE TOURS BACK TO HANOI (150KM)

Getting up late, feel the peaceful life of the locals by walking around the valley. And then start the motorbike ride back to Hanoi at around 10 AM. After 2 beautiful mountain passes – Thung Khe and Doc Cun we will have lunch and then join the high way back to Hanoi. We will be back to the hotel before rush hours in order to end the 8-day motorbike tour in north Vietnam safely.

 

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Note: The tour price applied for the private group of 4 persons (standard hotels or homestay accommodation) : 845 USD per person with each riding a Semi-automatic motorbikes Honda/Yamaha/Suzuki 110cc or Honda Future X/Neo 125cc or Fully automatic motorbikes Nouvo/Airblade 125cc.

Other motorbike options with extra pay:

  • Surcharge for riding a manual motorbike Honda/Yamaha/Suzuki 125cc will be US$ 10/day/person.
  • Surcharge for riding a manual motorbike Honda/Yamaha/Suzuki 150cc will be US$ 20/day/person
  • Surcharge for riding a manual motorbike Honda 250cc will be US$ 30/day/person.

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

8 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
  • Fruits and Coffee 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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