Name: Best North-East Vietnam Motorbike Tour to Ha Giang – Bac Kan
Brand: Indochina Motorbike Tours
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Tour Overview & Highlights

6 DAYS EXPEDITION

This is one of our favorite North-East Vietnam Motorbike Tours. The 6-day motorbike tour in Vietnam will offer you the most outstanding views of Northern Vietnam’s mountain areas. You will be in the most remote areas and the poorest part of Vietnam with friendly, colorful and interesting people, besides we will have chance to see most famous and attractive lakes in Vietnam such as: Ba Be lake, Thac Ba lake… The route has less traffic than the others so this is always the most recommended motorcycle trip in Vietnam.

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GPS TRACKS · 6 DAYS

Detailed Tour Itinerary

6 DAYS · DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Hanoi Motorbike Tour to Thac Ba Lake – Vu Linh (180 km)

Day 2: Thac Ba lake Motorcycle to Ha Giang (180 km)

Day 3: Ha Giang Motorbike Tour to The Dong Van Rock Plateau (150 km)

Day 4: Dong Van Motorbike Tour to Bao Lac via Meo Vac (110 km)

Day 5: Off-Road Motorbike Tour to Ba Be Lake (150 km)

Day 6: Ba Be Lake Motorbike Tour back to Hanoi (240KM)

Highlights of Best North-East Vietnam Motorbike Tour to Ha Giang – Bac Kan:

Visiting lots of breathtaking natural sceneries of the Northern with high mountains, jungle, deep valleys
Exploring unspoiled places & unknown remote villages to learn more about the local cultures, traditions and habits
Experiencing & Challenging your riding skills on the winding roads, spiral passes, sharp curves
Touching local cultures, communicating with the hill tribes
Tasting a variety of great local foods / specialities in the places where you will travel by
Enjoying the cozy homestay ambiences at villages to see how welcoming the hosts would be
Throwing yourself into the wild nature with rides on dirt tracks, narrow single tracks
Cheering up together by the end of the day with cold beer
Participating some unexpected charity programs at remote villages/schools

And so on …

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Day 1: Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Tour to Ha Giang via Dong Van, Meo Vac, Bac Kan: Hanoi Motorbike Tour to Thac Ba Lake – Vu Linh (180 km)

Start the motorbike tour to Ha Giang – north Vietnam at 8 AM from the Northeast side of Hanoi, we ride up to the North of Hanoi by taking a small, winding road along the Red river. Enjoy great view of river and rice paddies as we ride through country and extensive farming lands comprising a sea of paddy fields split by tree-lined roads. Meet the daily life in the wild environment. Lunch at a local restaurant in Doan Hung Town. Arrive in Vu Linh – nice village of the Dzao people that located nearby the Thac Ba lake – the largest man-made lake with more than 3000 islands. If time permits, you will have boat trip around the Thac Ba Lake.
Home stay and dinner in Vu Linh village.

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Day 2: Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Tour to Ha Giang via Dong Van, Meo Vac, Bac Kan: Thac Ba lake Motorcycle to Ha Giang (180 km)

After breakfast, ride along the Thac Ba lake on a small road lined by palm trees and scenic mountain views to join the National road No 2 heading up to Ha Giang where we stop for the night. Before getting to the Tay village where we do home stay, we should stop at Ha Giang city to ask permit for the Motorbike tour to the Dong Van Rock Plateau and frontier area in following days .
Home stay and dinner in the Tay’s village.

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Day 3: Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Tour to Ha Giang via Dong Van, Meo Vac, Bac Kan: Ha Giang Motorbike Tour to The Dong Van Rock Plateau (150 km)

Today we will have one of the best Vietnam motorbike tours. The ride today is mostly on small challenging mountain roads (but incredibly beautiful) on the land of colorful hill-tribes. We will be on some of most beautiful passes in Vietnam such as the Ma Pi Leng, ‘Heaven Gate’ pass . Here is also good chance to learn and experience the colorful culture of local tribes.

It is inspiring to see how they survive as they manage live in the rocks. When we reach town we will have some extra time to wonder the ancient streets lined with H’mong homes of clay bricks and tiles roofs built centuries ago.

Hotel stay in Dong Van.

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Day 4: Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Tour to Ha Giang via Dong Van, Meo Vac, Bac Kan: Dong Van Motorcycle Tours to Bao Lac (110 km)

The motorbike ride in the morning is still winding along the Rock Plateau, after breakfast, enjoy slowly Vietnam motorbike tour on some beautiful mountain passes until Meo Vac where we stop for lunch. In the afternoon, we will motorcycle down hill along the river and see the different mountain view( less rocky and more green). Arrive in Bao Lac town at 5 PM.

Hotel stay in Bao Lac.

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Day 5: Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Tour to Ha Giang via Dong Van, Meo Vac, Bac Kan: Bao Lac Off-Road Motorbike Tour to Ba Be Lake (150 km)

To save time for the boat trip in Ba Be lake, We should start the day earlier so after breakfast, we start riding at around 8.am . Today is exactly the best offroad Vietnam motorbike tour. Just after 20km from Bao Lac we turn to narrow and bumpy road with breathtaking view of terrace rice paddies. Especially, we have to cross few rivers instead of rinding on some bamboo bridges. Finishing the memorable riding day with lunch in a peaceful village of the Tay people nearby Ba be lake .

It’s time for relaxing on one of the most beautiful and biggest natural lake in Vietnam in the afternoon.

Bao Lac Off-Road Motorbike Tour to Ba Be Lake

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Day 6: Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Tour to Ha Giang via Dong Van, Meo Vac, Bac Kan: Ba Be Lake Motorbike Ride Back to Hanoi (240 km)

Staying off the main road for as long as possible we head back towards the Red River Delta, passing through areas inhabited by Hmong, Dao, Tay and Nung minority peoples. A mixture of both challenging track and glorious sealed road all the way back to Hanoi. the great Vietnam motorbike tour to Ha Giang will end safely in Hanoi before rush hours.

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Note: We provide support truck (130$ per day) for emergency and for your safe riding in Vietnam – Most of other tour operators do not offer that. Contact us if you think it’s necessary.

The Motorbikes: Your Choice of Machine

PREMIUM ADVENTURE FLEET · EXPERTLY MAINTAINED

Our motorcycle fleet features genuine, modern adventure-touring and dual-sport machines 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

FLAGSHIP ADVENTURE · 1,254 CC Fleet Ready

BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS

The king of long-distance adventure touring

The BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS is more than just a motorcycle – it’s a symbol of freedom and adventure. With its cutting-edge technology, robust performance, and rider-focused design, it is undoubtedly the best choice for those joining our Vietnam Big Bike Tours.

Engine Air Liquid Cooled, Twin Cylinder, DOHC
Power / Torque 136 bhp · 143 Nm @ 6,250 RPM
Kerb weight 249 kg
Seat height 850 / 870 mm adjustable
Fuel capacity 20 L (400+ km range)

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ADVENTURE · 270 CC Fleet Ready

CFMOTO 450MT

CFMOTOR CFMOTO 450MT · Model 2025

Why the CFMOTO 450MT is Perfect for Adventure Motorcycle Tours in Vietnam The CFMOTO 450MT is purpose-built to bridge the gap between heavy tourers and lightweight trail bikes. Engineered with genuine off-road geometry and long-travel suspension, it gives riders complete control on narrow tracks and technical trails where heavier bikes become exhausting. During our Vietnam...

Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke parallel-twin, DOHC, 270° crankshaft
Power / Torque 45 bhp · 40 Nm @ 6,000 RPM
Kerb weight 175 kg
Seat height 820 mm (adjustable down to 800 mm or up to 870 mm with rally seat)
Fuel capacity 17.5 liters

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ADVENTURE · 471 CC Fleet Ready

Honda CB500X

Agile parallel-twin adventure tourer for mountain twisties

The Honda CB500X is built for riders who crave both adventure and comfort. From Northern Vietnam mountain routes to epic Trans-Vietnam motorcycle tours, this versatile ADV bike delivers smooth handling, reliable performance, and the freedom to explore Vietnam’s most breathtaking landscapes.

Engine 2 cylinder, 4 stroke
Power / Torque 47 bhp · 43 Nm @ 6,500 RPM
Kerb weight 197 kg
Seat height 830 mm
Fuel capacity 17.5 L (450+ km range)

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DUAL SPORT · 249 CC Fleet Ready

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

The undisputed king of Vietnam off-road & single tracks

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 agile range)

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DUAL SPORT · 149 CC Fleet Ready

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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Important Tour Advice · Read Before Riding

ESSENTIAL BOOKING & EXPEDITION TERMS

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Customized Itineraries: We can customize routes according to your preferred dates, schedule, and riding interests. Just let us know your requirements.

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Booking & Deposit: Booking is confirmed once we receive a deposit of 30% of the total tour cost. A secure online payment link will be provided.

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Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance is compulsory for all riders participating in motorcycle adventure tours.

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Technical Support: In case of technical breakdown, we replace the bike with the same type. If an issue shortens your ride, you are refunded for unused days.

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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 date should unforeseen changes arise.

What's Included & Excluded

6 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)

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All tours are organized and operated directly by Indochina Motorbike Tours. 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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TripAdvisor Reviews

VERIFIED TRAVELER FEEDBACK

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   Garry A 
 
 
 
 Verified Awesome Riding Adventure
5 of us did the 10 day Northern Vietnam Off-road Loop at the end of November, very ably assisted by by our guide, Giang, and support vehicle driver, Dong.We logged over 1800km in 9 days of riding, saw some absolutely amazing scenery, partook in local delicacies, met and partied with ethnic people and had an epic trip.Everything around the trip was managed efficiently by Mike Dong, including organising Vietnamese drivers licences for us all. The bikes we had (CRF300L) performed well with only two flat tyres to speak of. The accommodation choices (apart from one night) were comfortable and adequate, the meals were delicious and plentiful.The whole trip went like clockwork and we got to see places few other tourist would ever get to see.I would definitely recommend this tour or shorter trips if you feel 10 days is a bit much.
  
 
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   Go21589563690 
 
 
 
 Verified Unforgettable 12-day trip from Hanoi to Saigon
We highly recommend the 12-day trip from Hanoi to Saigon. The organization was excellent from start to finish. The day before, we were personally briefed by the company owner, received all important details and felt well prepared.Our guide Cong was just awesome. We felt safe at all times and were allowed to experience small cultural excursions practically every day. He showed us beautiful places, introduced us to local culture and was able to tell us an incredible amount about the country. We were also spoiled culinary – we ate very fine every day.An absolutely unique experience, perfectly organized and with a guide who made our experience unforgettable. Clear recommendation!
  
 
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   P w 
 
 
 
 Verified Great bike tour for 6 days, north west Vietnam
Brilliant 6 days, the tours are road based with a little bit of riding on un paved roads, Ducky was our guide, ex-road racer which suited us as we like to push on. Was amazing to see all the villagers, people waving, nothing like miserable old England where everyone thinks your doing something illegal. Homesteads were great, food nothing to say as always the best. Get it booked and take your holiday to +10.
  
 
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   Ian W 
 
 
 
 Verified Am absolutely amazing ten days in northern Vietnam
We did a 10 day tour. Lihn was our guide. Great guy. We had a Canadian guy join us, so 4 in total. Amazing time, 10 days few by. I had a gopro on my helmet facing forward, Lihn had one facing back. Michael, the owner has put all the footage together and made a great video.We are now looking at another trip with these guys.
  
 
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   Compass40778616391 
 
 
 
 Verified Incredible life experience
Indochina Bike Tours ran a very relax but very professional motorcycle tour and over the 14 day North Vietnam,2400km ride everyday was full of challenges and wonder natural and cultural surprise.Absoulutly everything was fully catered for and supplied , all you have to do is wake up and thumb the starter button.Great company and great ride.Highly recommended. Absoulutly incredible experience.
  
 
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   Niels M 
 
 
 
 Verified Unic and special experience
Great adventure, the guide and the driver where verry kindly.A lot of adventure, drinke and food.Verry nice experience
  
 
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   erik m 
 
 
 
 Verified Very good
We where with 4 guys and had a great time!Great stays with good food and vieuws, also beautiful roads and offroad paths.Our guide Son was a very good and funny guy! Thank you all for this awesome time!
  
 
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   jvbn 
 
 
 
 Verified Great 12 Day Tour through Northern Vietnam
We had a great trip with Ducky and Son showing us hidden offroad tracks and beautiful sceneries in Northern Vietnam. They were also very professional whenever something on the bike required fixing. The homestays and hotels were well selected, providing a great experience of local culture and cuisine. Can highly recommend the trip!
  
 
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   Getaway28493855013 
 
 
 
 Verified Great tour!
Riding with Insochina motorbike tour was a great experience. This was my first time on a motorbike tour and my first time in Vietnam. Our guide Tony was excellent.
  
 
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   Rochelle E 
 
 
 
 Verified 10 Days
Completed the 10 Day trip. It was guided and tailored to our riding abilities. Sadly we came at a time with flooding and could not complete some tracks because of this. The food was amazing at every location. Homestays were fantastic, nice people. Ducky had good knowledge about the locations and good recommendations

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