Northern Vietnam Motorbike Tour
Looking for an adrenaline-pumping adventure that meshes Vietnam’s most dramatic mountains with off-the-grid trails? This 8-day dirt bike expedition zips you from the serene Ba Be Lake to the daring heights of Ta Xua Peak, weaving in famous spots like Dong Van, Ha Giang, and Sapa along the way.
Brace yourself for rocky roads, hidden ethnic villages, and mesmerizing limestone vistas - ideal for thrill-seekers craving a serious taste of Northern Vietnam’s wild side.
Tour Highlights
This tour circles Northern Vietnam’s most iconic gems and hard-to-reach wonders. Expect prime off-road challenges as you explore spectacular passes, discover remote tribal communities in Ngoc Chien, and ascend to dinosaur-backed Ta Xua for a cloud-chasing finale.
Tour Details
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Day 1: Hanoi → Ba Be Lake (240 km)
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Day 2: Ba Be Lake → Dong Van via Meo Vac (210 km)
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Day 3: Dong Van → Ha Giang (180 km)
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Day 4: Ha Giang → Sapa (220 km)
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Day 5: Sapa → Ngoc Chien via Mu Cang Chai (200 km)
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Day 6: Ngoc Chien → Ta Xua Peak (180 km)
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Day 7: Ta Xua Peak → Mai Chau via Van Yen Ferry (180 km)
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Day 8: Mai Chau → Hanoi (180 km)
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What to Expect from the Tour
Ready to take on Northern Vietnam’s epic peaks and hidden valleys? Buckle up - this wild, cloud-chasing motorbike odyssey is about to begin!
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Hanoi → Ba Be Lake
Morning: Depart from Hanoi at 8 a.m., skirting city traffic before hitting quieter roads around Thai Nguyen.
Afternoon: Coast past spectacular mountain views, rolling into Pac Ngoi village by around 4 p.m.
Highlight: Ba Be Lake, Vietnam’s largest natural lake, ringed by limestone cliffs and primary forests.
Accommodation: Homestay in a local Tay village.
Distance: 240km
Day 2
Ba Be Lake → Dong Van via Meo Vac
Distance: 210km
Morning: Venture along lesser-known backroads, crossing streams and weaving through remote villages.
Lunch: Bao Lac Town.
Afternoon: Pass jaw-dropping mountain passes en route to Meo Vac.
Highlight: The Dong Van Rock Plateau, recognized by UNESCO as part of the Global Geopark Network.
Accommodation: Hotel in Meo Vac.
Day 3
Dong Van → Ha Giang
Distance: 180km
Morning: Tackle Ma Pi Leng Pass, revered for epic canyon views.
Stops: Vuong Palace (the Hmong King’s Palace), Heaven Gate in Quan Ba.
Highlight: Stunning karst landscapes, meet ethnic minority communities.
Accommodation: Homestay or hotel in Ha Giang City.
Day 4
Ha Giang → Sapa
Distance: 220km
Morning: Roll through northwest mountain roads, scenic and fairly smooth.
Stop: Lao Cai’s Chinese border checkpoint.
Afternoon: Ascend to Sapa (1,600 m above sea level), a famed mountainous retreat.
Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa.
Day 5
Sapa → Ngoc Chien
Distance: 200km
Morning: Free time in Sapa till around 1:30 p.m.
Ride: Over Tram Ton Pass (Vietnam’s highest mountain pass) offering jaw-dropping panoramas.
Stop: Mu Cang Chai’s iconic rice terraces.
Highlight: Arrive Ngoc Chien, home to Thai, Hmong, and La Ha ethnic groups, known for its soothing hot springs.
Accommodation: Hotel in Ngoc Chien.
Day 6
Ngoc Chien → Ta Xua Peak
Distance: 180km
Morning: Hit winding passes, crossing Da River en route.
Afternoon: Climb to Ta Xua Peak (2,865 m) - famed for “dinosaur backbone” ridgeline and possible cloud inversions.
Accommodation: Homestay at Ta Xua Town.
Day 7
Ta Xua Peak → Mai Chau
Distance: 180km
Morning: Off-road exploration around Ta Xua’s hidden villages, then ferry across Da River at Van Yen.
Lunch: Near Moc Chau, possibly exploring local tea plantations or waterfalls.
Highlight: Arrive Mai Chau Valley by late afternoon - rice fields enclosed by dramatic limestone cliffs.
Accommodation: Hotel in Mai Chau.
Day 8
Mai Chau → Hanoi
Distance: 180km
Morning: Leisurely start, then ride toward Ba Khan, stopping at roadside waterfalls and scenic river views.
Afternoon: Return to Hanoi, arriving before rush hour to conclude the trip.