Hanoi

7PM: Get picked up from your hotel((if it’s on a main road) or from the closest accessible point to your hotel by tram/taxi and board the sleeper bus at 8PM, sleep while you are being transported to Ha Giang city Flexible: Traveling while you sleep saves your time, however, if you wish to travel during the day or you want to arrive in Ha Giang city earlier to spend time exploring the city before riding the Loop, please let us know and we will arrange the bus that fits your schedule.

Ha Giang

Arriving at your hostel in Ha Giang city at 2AM, you’ll get a comfortable dorm bed and sleep for a few hours more.

Ha Giang

• 8:00 - 8:30 AM: Fuel up with a delicious breakfast at the hostel, preparing for the epic adventure ahead. • 8:30AM: Meet your guide & fellow travelers and be briefed on the Loop's thrilling route. • 9AM: Get behind your rider and the engines start!

Bac Sum Slope: Conquer the majestic Bac Sum pass where clouds kiss mountains and the world unfolds beneath you. Blankets of emerald rice terraces, dotted with colorful villages, create a tapestry of human resilience amidst the grandeur of nature.

Quan Ba Heaven Gate

Quan Ba Heaven Gate Bask yourself in the panoramic glory of Quan Ba Heaven Gate, the gateway to the Dong Van Karst Plateau and enjoy the verdant mountains rise like emerald giants.

Can Ty

Can Ty Pass is a winding, mountainous road, the highest pass on the road from Ha Giang to Quản Bạ. Often shrouded in clouds, it's the place where heaven and earth meet.

Yen Minh

After passing through the steep slopes and hairpin bends that hug the mountainside, Yen Minh town finally comes into view. The town is nestled in a beautiful valley, surrounded by towering mountains. This is where you’ll stop for lunch.

Look back the road that twists and turns like a silver serpent, coiling around verdant mountains and plunging into verdant valleys and meet the friendly and welcoming ethnic minority children who will braid your hair and put local flower crowns on your head, playing traditional musical instruments.

Standing amidst the stunning karst landscapes, the Hmong King's Palace offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the Hmong people. Built in the early 20th century, this unique structure blends traditional Chinese courtyard house architecture with French colonial influences, creating a captivating blend of styles.

Dong Van

Formed in the early 20th century, Dong Van ancient is well-hidden, tucked away in the midst of lush mountains and forests. It was originally a small trading center for local people. Gradually, it became a bustling marketplace, attracting many people from the surrounding areas, leaving it blossom into a vibrant tapestry of cultures. You will spend your second night here and explore the night at the town center or lose yourself in the melodies of live music.

Dong Van market: (Only opens on Sunday) Nestled in the heart of Dong Van Ancient town is an experience that transcends your typical marketplace. It's a vibrant tapestry of colors, aromas, sounds, and textures, woven together by the rich cultural heritage of the region's ethnic minority groups. Rise early and enjoy the market atmosphere before your breakfast.

A beautiful rock lies 200 meters from Happiness Street. From the top of the rock, you can see many towering hills and takes wonderful photos. To the left, the winding Happiness Street snakes its way through the landscape.

Ma Pi Leng Pass

It's in the top 4 greatest passes in Vietnam. You'll ride the narrow road that winds its way through the mountains, with towering peaks on one side and a sheer drop on the other. At the end of the road, you are greeted by a stunning landscape of towering mountains, lush forests, and sparkling rivers. This is the world of natural masterpieces, displayed in the land of Ha Giang

Nho Que River

You’ll descend into Nho Que river where a refreshing boat trip awaits. Leaving the world behind, Nho Que river narrows, squeezing between sheer cliffs that scrape the sky. Tu San canyon, the deepest gorge in Southeast Asia welcomes you.

Meo Vac

Refuel with your lunch in Meo Vac town.

View point Mau Due: Unwind after your afternoon journey. Take a sip of your favorite drink, soak in the panorama of endless rice terraces melt into distant hills, a verdant tapestry under endless skies

View point Lung Ho: Standing atop Lung Ho, are treated to a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. The valley below is a patchwork of green rice terraces, dotted with small, traditional villages. In the distance, the towering peaks rise like sentinels.

Du Gia

As the second day’s ride fades, find your haven here - a fairy village with verdant rice terraces cascading down the slopes, towering limestone cliffs rising like sentinels surrounding, and tiny Hmong and Tay villages dotting the valleys. Breathe in the crisp mountain air, let the tranquility wash over you, and savor the warmth of a home-cooked feast. Stories and laughter, like embers shared around a crackling fire, illuminate the evening, weaving friendships as timeless as the mountains themselves. In Du Gia, you reconnect with nature, with yourself, and with the simple joys of a life.

Du Gia market: (Only available on Saturday morning) It is a vibrant melting pot of cultures and traditions. It is a place where people from all walks of life come together to trade goods (including fresh produce, handicrafts, clothing, and cattle) socialize, and celebrate their heritage. The air is filled with the sounds of bartering, the smells of delicious food, and the laughter of children. The market is a great place to see traditional colorful clothing of the ethnic people, hear traditional music, and learn about their customs and traditions.

Du Gia waterfall: Imagine a slender ribbon of water tumbling down roughly six meters over mossy rocks, creating a natural pool that invites cooling swims. Unlike the roaring majesty of other waterfalls, Du Gia whispers its enchantment. Take a refreshing dip in the cascading Du Gia waterfall or sip a cup of coffee in the sound of water flow.

Ascend to Duong Thuong view point, you can take a moment to reflect the winding path you have traveled, with its verdant cornfields and towering, craggy cliffs that seem to rise up from the earth like a work of art.

You will enjoy your lunch break in Thai An

After checking in a homestay, you will spend time walking around the village, seeing the rammed-earth houses, witnessing the traditional architecture of the Dao ethnic group with their unique clay houses, built for their sturdiness in the mountainous terrain and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding rice terraces, especially during harvest season when they paint the landscape golden.

Lung Khuy Cave

Lung Khuy Cave, also known as the "Dragon in the Rock," offers a stunning underground experience. The cave is around 1 kilometer long, with a well-maintained wooden and steel walking platform within. The walk is relatively easy. You will marvel at the cave's impressive stalactites and stalagmites, formed by centuries of water erosion. Their shapes and sizes will ignite your imagination, creating a sense of wonder

Lung Tam Weaving Village, inhabited primarily by the Hmong people, is renowned for its centuries-old tradition of linen weaving, a skill passed down through generations and deeply woven into the fabric of their lives. Lung Tam is one of the few remaining villages in Vietnam where the traditional art of linen weaving is still practiced with such dedication and authenticity. You will witness the intricate skills and techniques employed by Hmong women as they transform raw flax fibers into beautiful and durable linen fabrics is a truly mesmerizing experience

You will enjoy your lunch break in Thai An

Lung Tam valley is a small, beautiful valley nestled at the foot of the mountains and beside the poetic Mien river.

It's a refreshing retreat next to the road after conquering the dusty roads of the Ha Giang Loop.

You will meet Tu San Canyon again through its miniature version. Here you can order a drink and enjoy the view of the green river, the lush forests on the hills by the river.

Ha Giang

Arrive back at our hostel in Ha Giang city where you can freshen up with free shower and towel while waiting for your sleeper bus to pick you up.

Hanoi

Hop on a comfortable sleeper bus back to Hanoi, return to reality with a heart full of mountains. You will arrive in Hanoi at around 4am and your tour is finished. You can change your drop point to NINH BINH/HA LONG/CAT BA (with surcharge); let us know in advance please!