Itinerary
- Day 1
Hanoi to Ta Xua
Start your motorbike journey leaving Hanoi on scenic dyke roads that run along the Red River, heading north through farming lands and limestone karst scenery. You'll stop in Phu Yen for lunch, then tackle the challenging 12 km mountain trek to Ta Xua's remote clearing beside the 'dinosaur backbone.' After that, you can either explore dirt-track villages or relax in the clouds before settling into a Thai people's house-on-stilts for the night.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant in Phu Yen), Dinner
Included Activities
- Motorbike ride from Hanoi along Red River dyke-road
- Ride through National Highway 32 with farming lands and limestone karst scenery
- 12 km mountain trek with motorbike to Ta Xua peak clearing
- Dinner and overnight stay in Thai people's house-on-stilts
Optional Activities
- Dirt-track experiences to remote villages to see local life and work
Landmarks Ta Xua Peak Red River 
- Day 2
Ta Xua to Mu Cang Chai
Wake early to have coffee and take in mountain views of Ta Xua peak, then ride north through Mu Cang Chai landscapes in Yen Bai Province. The route crosses Lung Lo Pass, which holds historical significance from the Indochina War, and includes challenging mountain roads at high elevations. You'll experience some of North Vietnam's most beautiful vistas before checking into a hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Motorbike ride across Lung Lo Pass on Road 32
- Ride through Mu Cang Chai massif with panoramic views of North Vietnam
Landmarks Lung Lo Pass Mu Cang Chai - Day 3
Mu Cang Chai to Sa Pa
Ride your motorbike toward the Fansipan Mountain range with an optional challenging back route through river crossings. Climb to Tram Ton Pass, Vietnam's highest road pass at over 2,000m/6,560 ft, where panoramic views of the mountain range stretch for miles in front of you. From there, descend into the scenic Sa Pa valley in Lao Cai Province, known for its dramatic scenery and cultural diversity.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Motorbike ride toward Fansipan Mountain range
- Climb to Tram Ton Pass (Vietnam's highest road pass)
- Descent into Sa Pa valley
Optional Activities
- Challenging back route with several river crossings
Landmarks Fansipan Mountain Range Tram Ton Pass Sa Pa 
- Day 4
Sa Pa to Bac Ha
Ride downhill from Sa Pa to Lao Cai City and grab a coffee break on the Nam Thi River bank at the Vietnam-China border. Then continue on Road 70 and Road 153 to the quieter highland town of Bac Ha, which serves as a good base for exploring surrounding highlands. The area's known for local homebrews and its Sunday flower market, and you'll stay in a homestay to get an authentic local feel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Motorbike ride from Sa Pa to Lao Cai City
- Coffee stop on Nam Thi River bank at Vietnam-China border
- Motorbike ride to Bac Ha on Road 70 and Road 153
Optional Activities
- Visit Bac Ha Market (Flower H'mong market) on Sunday morning
- Explore local corn liquor production area at Sunday market
- Explore surrounding highland areas around Bac Ha
Landmarks Nam Thi River Bac Ha - Day 5
Bac Ha to Ha Giang
Head out on scenic motorbike tracks through small back roads to Xin Man and Hoang Su Phi with mountain views all around. Xin Man sits on the Vietnam-China border surrounded by wild mountains and forests. Later you'll ride through pristine, untouched areas of Hoang Su Phi where you'll encounter authentic cultures of Nung, Flower H'mong, Tay, and Ha Nhi ethnic groups. Finish the day in Ha Giang City for lunch and an overnight stay while you arrange your border area permit.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Motorbike ride on back roads to Xin Man and Hoang Su Phi
- Experience scenic mountain views and ethnic minority areas
Landmarks Xin Man Hoang Su Phi Ha Giang City 
- Day 6
Ha Giang to Dong Van
After getting your border area permit from Ha Giang Immigration Police, ride challenging mountain roads through colorful hill-tribe territories. Climb Ma Pi Leng Pass between Dong Van and Meo Vac near Vietnam's northernmost tip, where cloudy mountain ranges and the poetic Nho Que River create the scenery. Visit Vuong Family's Residence 14 km before Dong Van, a masterpiece built with Chinese architecture in scenic Sa Phin valley, then wander ancient Dong Van streets lined with centuries-old H'mong clay brick homes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Obtain border area permit at Ha Giang Immigration Police
- Motorbike ride on challenging mountain roads through hill-tribe areas
- Climb Ma Pi Leng Pass
- Visit Vuong Family's Residence
Optional Activities
- Explore ancient streets of Dong Van with H'mong homes
Landmarks Ma Pi Leng Pass Nho Que River Vuong Family's Residence Dong Van 
- Day 7
Dong Van to Bao Lac
After breakfast, continue winding along the Rock Plateau on beautiful mountain passes until reaching Meo Vac for lunch. The afternoon brings a descent along hillside riverside, where you transition from rocky terrain to greener mountain scenery. You'll arrive in Bao Lac town by 5 PM and settle into a hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Motorbike ride along Rock Plateau and mountain passes
- Descent along river with changing landscape views
Landmarks Meo Vac Bao Lac - Day 8
Bao Lac to Ba Be Lake
Start riding around 8 AM to get the most time for the Ba Be Lake boat trip. Shortly after leaving Bao Lac, turn onto narrow and bumpy roads with terrace rice paddy views. You'll cross several rivers using bamboo bridges, which makes for one of the tour's best offroad experiences. Finish with lunch in a peaceful Tay village near Ba Be Lake, then relax on one of Vietnam's largest natural lakes in the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in peaceful village of Tay people nearby Ba Be Lake), Dinner
Included Activities
- Motorbike ride on offroad tracks from Bao Lac
- Navigate narrow, bumpy roads through rice paddies
- Cross rivers with bamboo bridges
Optional Activities
- Boat trip on Ba Be Lake (mentioned as opportunity for relaxation)
Landmarks Ba Be Lake 
- Day 9
Ba Be Lake to Hanoi
Head back toward the Red River Delta staying off main roads as long as possible, passing through areas inhabited by Hmong, Dao, Tay, and Nung minority peoples. You'll mix challenging tracks with sealed roads all the way back to Hanoi. The motorbike tour concludes safely in Hanoi before rush hours, with an overnight hotel stay in the city to wrap up your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Motorbike ride from Ba Be Lake toward Red River Delta
- Pass through ethnic minority territories
Landmarks Red River Delta Hanoi
