Day 1: HA GIANG - BAC SUM PASS - HEAVEN GATE - HANDICRAFT VILLAGE - YEN MINH (100km)
Repas : petit-déjeuner : Enjoy a wonderful lunch at Quiri Peninsula restaurant and bar with delicious dishes ( Western or Vietnam food )., déjeuner : Quiri Peninsula restaurant and bar, dîner : The homestay ( family meals )
Meals: Breakfast: Enjoy a wonderful lunch at Quiri Peninsula restaurant and bar with delicious dishes (Western or Vietnamese food)., Lunch: Quiri Peninsula restaurant and bar, Dinner: The homestay (family meals).
The Homestay offers an authentic experience of local life and culture. An upgrade fee applies for a private room in the dormitory.
Day 1, Stop 1
1 h
Enjoy a relaxed start to your day with breakfast at 9:30 AM, allowing you to rest after your overnight bus journey from Hanoi to Ha Giang. The bus typically arrives in Ha Giang around 3:00 AM. After breakfast, prepare for your adventure. Your tour guide will meet you at 9:00 AM to assist with preparations and provide a detailed itinerary overview using a map. For those opting for self-driving, practice time will be allocated.
Day 1, Stop 2
30 min
Begin your journey with stunning scenery just 20km from the city. Admire the natural beauty of mountains and forests, where green bamboo forests meet flowing rivers and immense dams. Ride uphill towards Bac Sum Pass, known for its 20 winding curves, often called the 'snake road.' From the summit, enjoy panoramic views of the landscape and valleys dotted with hidden ethnic minority villages.
Day 1, Stop 3
Quan Ba Heaven Gate
1 h
Continue to Quan Ba Heaven Gate, situated over 1200m above sea level. Witness spectacular landscapes of magnificent limestone mountains and deep valleys. Afterward, proceed to a viewpoint overlooking the Twin Mountains (Fairy Bosom) and visit Nam Dam, a clay house village inhabited by the Dao ethnic minority. Here, you can learn about their local culture and unique clay house architecture.
Day 1, Stop 4
1 h
Visit a local family to learn about their traditional hemp weaving and clothing creation. Experience their daily life and witness traditional craftsmanship, guided by our enthusiastic tour guide. Continue your motorcycle journey along the river towards Yen Minh, where you will spend the night. Traverse lesser-known country roads, revealing breathtaking landscapes and hidden villages. Stop at the peak of the loop road for an overview of the valley.
Day 1, Stop 5
Yen Minh
1 h
Arrive in Yen Minh Town and check into your homestay. Enjoy free time to rest, have a beer, or shower after a day of driving.
Day 2: YEN MINH - THAM MA ROAD - H'MONG KING PALACE - LUNG CU FLAG TOWER - THIEN HUONG ANCIENT VILLAGE - DONG VAN (80km)
Repas : petit-déjeuner : Having breakfast in the homestay, déjeuner : Have Lunch in the local restaurant near the Flag Tower with local food cook by people here, dîner : Dinner at The Homestay ( H'garden homestay )
Meals: Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the homestay., Lunch: Have lunch at a local restaurant near the Flag Tower, featuring local cuisine prepared by residents., Dinner: Enjoy dinner at the H'garden Homestay.
Stay at H'garden Homestay. An upgrade fee applies for a private room in the dormitory.
Day 2, Stop 1
30 min
After breakfast at the homestay, prepare for a day of driving. Your journey will take you to Tham Ma Road, historically a challenging route for horses due to its steep incline and nine winding curves. The name 'Tham Ma' translates to 'testing horses' in Sino-Vietnamese.
Day 2, Stop 2
Dinh Vua Meo
1 h, entrée incluse
Visit the palace of the H'mong King who ruled the region in the 18th century. Admire the remarkable architecture of the ancient Hmong people and gain insights into Vietnamese history, culture, and the formation of the local population.
Day 2, Stop 3
Lung Cu Flag Tower
2 h, entrée incluse
Ascend to the Lung Cu Flag Pole, offering views of the border area between Vietnam and China. From the flagpole and observation point, enjoy splendid and vast vistas. Afterward, visit Lo Lo Chai village, home to a small group of the Lo Lo ethnic minority, and see their traditional clay houses. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
Day 2, Stop 4
1 h
Explore Thien Huong Ancient Village, renowned for its lush natural environment, including fields and terraced rice paddies. Stroll through the village, engage in outdoor activities like hiking, wander through meadows, or simply relax and enjoy the picturesque scenery. The village features houses built from wood and bricks, showcasing traditional architecture. Discover village gates and ancient temples. Traditional handicraft activities like weaving and pottery offer insight into local culture and daily life, transporting you to a bygone era.
Day 2, Stop 5
Dong Van
1 h
Arrive in Dong Van Town in the late afternoon, in time for dinner after a day filled with adventure.
Day 3: DONG VAN TOWN - MA PI LENG PASS - NHO QUE RIVER CANYON - MEO VAC TOWN - MAU DUE VALLEY - DU GI A VILLAGE (100km)
Repas : petit-déjeuner : Having breakfast in the Homestay, déjeuner : Have full lunch in local restaurant, dîner : Dinner in the Homestay with The Family
Meals: Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the homestay., Lunch: Have a full lunch at a local restaurant., Dinner: Enjoy dinner with the family at the Homestay.
The Homestay provides an authentic experience of local life and culture.
Day 3, Stop 1
Ma Pi Leng Pass
1 h
After breakfast, depart from Dong Van Town. Journey along the Happiness Road to witness the most beautiful section of the tour: Ma Pi Leng Pass. This remote road connects Ha Giang city and the geopark area. Famous for its rugged cliffs and breathtaking views, it's considered the most challenging pass in the northern region, often called the 'king' of Vietnamese passes. The road winds through cliffs, reaching an altitude of 2,000 meters.
Day 3, Stop 2
1 h
Ride your motorbike to capture unforgettable pictures with panoramic views of Ma Pi Leng Pass. From the summit, marvel at the grandeur of the surrounding mountains and rivers. Continue to remote villages to gain insight into the lives of people in distant parts of Vietnam. The region features colossal walls, granite outcrops, picturesque rice terraces, hanging valleys, and roads carved into mountainsides.
Day 3, Stop 3
Nho Que River
2 h, entrée incluse
Reach the Nho Que River. From a breathtaking mountain viewpoint, experience 360° views before enjoying a boat trip on the Nho Que River, capturing unforgettable pictures. Standing at the peak of the pass, you'll be awed by the grandeur of the surrounding mountains and rivers. Continue to more remote villages to gain insights into the lives of people in distant parts of Vietnam. The region boasts unparalleled natural beauty with colossal walls, granite outcrops, picturesque rice terraces, hanging valleys, and roads carved into mountainsides.
Day 3, Stop 4
1 h
Stop for lunch and drinks in Meo Vac. From Meo Vac Town, continue through the trail road area of Ha Giang province to reach Du Gia village, known for its stunning landscapes and the coexistence of seven ethnic minority groups.
Day 3, Stop 5
Du Gia
1 h
Return to your homestay in Du Gia, a pristine village with a peaceful and rustic beauty. The year-round Du Gia waterfall attracts adventurous souls seeking inner peace. Reaching the waterfall involves a challenging journey, but the reward is a serene landscape resembling a 'sleeping fairy.' Immerse yourself in the fresh mountain and forest air, leaving worries behind.
Day 3, Stop 6
1 h
Remember to bring your swimsuit and towels. Sunscreen is also important for outdoor recreational activities in Du Gia. The tour guide will provide an ample supply of drinks before heading to the waterfall.
Day 4: DU GI A - DUONG THUONG VALLEY COUNTRY ROAD - THAI AN RIVER - HA GIANG
Repas : petit-déjeuner : at homestay, déjeuner : Back to the city and have lunch in Quiri peninsula
Meals: Breakfast: At the homestay., Lunch: Back in the city at Quiri Peninsula.
Day 4, Stop 1
30 min
After breakfast and bidding farewell to your homestay hosts, continue your journey. Today's route back to Ha Giang still offers breathtaking natural beauty. After a two-hour drive, arrive at a famous valley with awe-inspiring terraced rice paddies and immense dams creating majestic scenery. Get lost in vast hemp fields in the Hmong people's valley along the rustic DUONG THUONG ROAD.
Day 4, Stop 2
Thai Hoa
passage sans arrêt
Enjoy a pleasant ride through Thai Hoa.
Day 4, Stop 3
1 h
Spend time enjoying the waterfalls and the company of friends.
Day 4, Stop 4
Ha Giang
1 h
Return to Ha Giang in the afternoon. Enjoy lunch at the Quiri Peninsula restaurant and bar. You will have ample time to catch a bus or limousine back to Hanoi, choosing between a night bus or an afternoon limousine based on your schedule and preferences. For those planning to ride a motorbike, we recommend arriving a day prior for safety procedure reviews. If not riding, you can join us for lunch on Day 1 before the bike journey begins.