HA GIANG LOOP · 4 DAYS
The complete adventure through northern Vietnam’s limestone paradise
4 days / 3 nights
Easy rider or self-drive
Homestay experience
Max altitude 1,600m
Best: Sep–Nov, Feb–Apr
Distance: ~120 km · Riding time: 5–6 hours
Morning
- 8:00 – Pick up motorbike / meet easy rider in Ha Giang city
- 8:30 – Briefing, gear check, and start the loop
- 10:00 – Arrive at Quan Ba Heaven Gate (first viewpoint)
- 10:30 – Twin Mountains (Fairy Bosom) photo stop
- 11:30 – QuanBa town, visit local market
Afternoon & evening
- 12:30 – Lunch in Quan Ba (try thắng cố or phở)
- 13:30 – Ride through rolling hills and pine forests
- 15:30 – Arrive in Yen Minh, check into homestay
- 18:00 – Explore Yen Minh town, evening walk
- 19:30 – Family dinner with local specialties
Pro tip: Stop frequently for photos – the light is magical in the late afternoon. Try the local apple wine (rượu táo mèo) with your hosts.
Distance: ~80 km · Riding time: 4–5 hours
Morning
- 8:00 – Breakfast at homestay, prepare for the day
- 9:00 – Ride through pine forests and limestone peaks
- 10:30 – Tham Ma Slope (famous zigzag road)
- 11:30 – Arrive in Dong Van town, check into homestay
Afternoon & evening
- 12:30 – Lunch in Dong Van
- 14:00 – Visit H’Mong King Palace (Vuong family)
- 16:00 – Explore Dong Van Old Quarter, ancient houses
- 18:00 – Sunset viewpoint above Dong Van
- 19:30 – Dinner and overnight in Dong Van
Pro tip: The Dong Van market is most lively on Sunday morning – if your schedule allows, adjust to be here Sunday.
Distance: ~50 km · Riding time: 3–4 hours + boat trip
Morning
- 7:30 – Early breakfast, prepare for Ma Pi Leng
- 8:30 – Ride to Ma Pi Leng viewpoint (heaven’s gate)
- 9:30 – Spectacular photo stop at Ma Pi Leng peak
- 10:30 – Descent to Nho Que river boat dock
Afternoon & evening
- 11:30 – Boat trip on turquoise Nho Que river (Tu San canyon)
- 13:00 – Lunch at riverside or in Meo Vac
- 14:30 – Arrive Meo Vac, check into homestay
- 16:00 – Explore Meo Vac town, visit local school
- 19:00 – Farewell dinner with local family
Pro tip: The Nho Que boat trip is a must – the canyon is stunning. Bring cash for the boat (around 100,000 VND).
Distance: ~100 km · Riding time: 5 hours
Morning
- 7:00 – Breakfast, pack up
- 8:00 – If Sunday: visit Meo Vac market (colorful ethnic fair)
- 9:30 – Ride to Lung Tam village (hemp weaving)
- 10:30 – Visit Lung Tam weaving cooperative
Afternoon
- 12:00 – Lunch on the way
- 13:30 – Continue through scenic mountains
- 15:30 – Arrive back in Ha Giang city
- 16:00 – Return motorbike / say goodbye to easy rider
Pro tip: Lung Tam village is famous for traditional hemp weaving – you can buy authentic scarves directly from the artisans.
Ha Giang loop essentials
Bike: Semi-automatic (Honda XR150 recommended)
Pack: Warm layers (it gets cold), rain gear, gloves
Safety: Helmet, knee/elbow pads, basic med kit
Connectivity: Viettel SIM (best coverage in mountains)
Cash: ATMs scarce – bring enough VND (3-4 million dong)
Navigation: Google Maps + offline maps (Vietmap)
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