Ha Giang Loop 3 Days 2 Nights
Motorbike
Jeep
Daily
VND / person
- Self-drive3,690,000
- Easy rider4,290,000
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon · VND / group
- 1 pax15,990,000
- 2 pax19,990,000
- 3 pax23,990,000
- 4 pax25,990,000
Daily departures from Ha Giang City
Ha Giang Loop tours by motorbike, jeep & easy rider
From 2 to 6 days in the far north of Vietnam — certified local guides, small groups and all-inclusive departures every day of the year.
- Max 8 riders per group
- Licensed local guides
- 2 UNESCO Global Geoparks
Our loops
Choose your Ha Giang adventure
Self-drive, easy rider or open-top jeep — every tour includes guide, fuel, meals, homestays and safety gear.
Ha Giang Loop 4 Days 3 Nights
Motorbike
Jeep
Daily
VND / person
- Self-drive4,890,000
- Easy rider5,690,000
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon · VND / group
- 1 pax19,990,000
- 2 pax25,990,000
- 3 pax30,990,000
- 4 pax34,990,000
Ha Giang – Cao Bang 5 Days 4 Nights
Motorbike
Jeep
Ban Gioc
VND / person
- Self-drive10,590,000
- Easy rider10,990,000
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon · VND / group
- 1 pax27,990,000
- 2 pax36,990,000
- 3 pax41,990,000
- 4 pax46,990,000
The Ha Giang Loop
Vietnam’s most epic ride
The loop is far more than a scenic drive. It is a journey through remote hill-tribe villages, cliff-edge passes and the living traditions of the ethnic communities of Vietnam’s far north.
We run motorbike, easy rider and jeep tours, plus the longer Ha Giang–Cao Bang route — from 270 to 550 km across the Dong Van Karst Plateau and Non Nuoc Cao Bang, two UNESCO Global Geoparks. Every departure is led by guides born in these mountains.
- 270–550 km route options
- 2 UNESCO Global Geoparks
- Born-and-raised local guides
- Loop Trails Hostel as your base
270–550 kmof mountain road
Plan your trip
Top destinations & everything you’ll need
Your tour start date is Day 1. Day 0 is the travel day — take a day or night bus the day before. Your Day 0 dorm bed at Loop Trails Hostel is included.
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Day 0 · Travel day
Arrive in Ha Giang
Take a day or night bus from Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Sapa or Cat Ba. Your dorm bed at Loop Trails Hostel is included and the tour starts at 08:00 the next morning.
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Day 1 · Tour starts
Ha Giang → Quan Ba → Dong Van
About 130 km over Bac Sum Pass and the Heaven Gate, past the Twin Mountains and Lung Tam linen village, then up Tham Ma Pass onto the karst plateau. Homestay night in Dong Van.
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Day 2
Dong Van → Ma Pi Leng → Du Gia
About 100 km. Walk the Ma Pi Leng skywalk above the Tu San Canyon, ride the M-Pass and Sa Ly Pass, then descend into the quiet valley of Du Gia.
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Day 3
Du Gia → Duong Thuong → Ha Giang
About 90 km. Morning swim at Du Gia waterfall, viewpoints over Duong Thuong valley and a forest road along the Mien River. Back at the hostel around 16:00.
Included
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- Vehicle and fuel for the whole journey
- All meals on tour
- Homestay / hotel nights + dorm bed the night before
- Entrance tickets and activities in the itinerary
- Helmet, knee & elbow pads, raincoat
- 1.5 L drinking water per day
- 24/7 support
Not included
- Bus tickets (available as add-on)
- Private room upgrade
- Border area permit (260,000 VND, paperwork handled by us)
- Personal expenses and drinks
- Tips for guide and drivers
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Day 0 · Travel day
Arrive in Ha Giang
Bus to Ha Giang the day before. Dorm bed at Loop Trails Hostel included.
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Day 1 · Tour starts
Ha Giang → Quan Ba → Yen Minh
Bac Sum Pass, the Heaven Gate and Twin Mountains, a short trek to Lung Khuy Cave, then Can Ty Pass. Homestay night in Yen Minh.
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Day 2
Yen Minh → Lung Cu → Dong Van
Tham Ma Pass, a H’Mong village and the H’Mong King’s Palace, then Lung Cu Flag Tower at the top of Vietnam. Sunset party in Dong Van.
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Day 3
Dong Van → Nho Que River → Du Gia
Ma Pi Leng skywalk and a 1.5-hour boat trip through Tu San Canyon, then Sa Ly Pass and the Nam Lang panorama to Du Gia.
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Day 4
Du Gia → Thai An → Ha Giang
Waterfall swim, Duong Thuong valley, lunch in Thai An and the Mien River forest road. Back around 16:00.
Included
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- Vehicle and fuel for the whole journey
- All meals on tour
- Homestay / hotel nights + dorm bed the night before
- Entrance tickets and activities in the itinerary
- Helmet, knee & elbow pads, raincoat
- 1.5 L drinking water per day
- 24/7 support
- Nho Que River boat trip
Not included
- Bus tickets (available as add-on)
- Private room upgrade
- Border area permit (260,000 VND, paperwork handled by us)
- Personal expenses and drinks
- Tips for guide and drivers
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Day 0 · Travel day
Arrive in Ha Giang
Bus to Ha Giang the day before. Dorm bed at Loop Trails Hostel included.
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Day 1 · Tour starts
Ha Giang → Quan Ba → Lao Xa
About 110 km via the Heaven Gate and Tham Ma Pass to a H’Mong silversmith village. Homestay night in Lao Xa.
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Day 2
Lao Xa → Lung Cu → Ma Pi Leng → Meo Vac
Lung Cu Flag Tower, lunch in Dong Van, the Ma Pi Leng skywalk and a Nho Que River boat trip. Hotel night in Meo Vac.
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Day 3
Meo Vac → Bao Lac → Pac Bo
About 145 km of passes to Bao Lac, a hike above the Khau Coc Cha switchbacks and the Pac Bo historical site. Tay homestay night.
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Day 4
Tra Linh → Ngoc Con → Ban Gioc
Ancient fossils, a hike to a viewpoint over Ngoc Con valley and a bamboo-raft ride at Ban Gioc Waterfall. Night in a stone village.
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Day 5
Ban Gioc → Cao Bang City
Nguom Ngao Cave, paper and incense craft villages and God’s Eye Mountain. Tour ends around 16:00.
Included
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- Vehicle and fuel for the whole journey
- All meals on tour
- Homestay / hotel nights + dorm bed the night before
- Entrance tickets and activities in the itinerary
- Helmet, knee & elbow pads, raincoat
- 1.5 L drinking water per day
- 24/7 support
- Nho Que River & Ban Gioc boat trips
Not included
- Bus to Ha Giang and from Cao Bang (add-on)
- Private room upgrade
- Border area permit (260,000 VND)
- Personal expenses and drinks
- Tips for guide and drivers
VIP sleeping bus
- Fully reclining seats
- Air conditioning
- Blanket & water
- Wi-Fi on board
Cabin sleeping bus
- Private cabin beds
- USB charging
- Reading light
- Snacks included
Limousine van
- 9 luxury seats
- Door-to-door pickup
- Complimentary drinks
- Flexible schedule
Regular sleeping bus
- Reclining seats
- Air conditioning
- Bottle of water
- Affordable option
- Loop Trails HostelHa Giang City
- Old Quarter HotelDong Van
- Riverside HotelMeo Vac
- Ethnic HouseDong Van
- Family HomestayYen Minh
- Eco LodgeDu Gia
- Stilt-house CampusDu Gia
- FarmstayThai An
Why Loop Trails
Why riders choose us for the Ha Giang Loop
Intimate groups
Never more than eight travellers, so your guide and riders can give real personal care and let the day flow at your pace.
Cultural bridges
Walk village lanes, browse local markets and learn crafts with H’Mong, Tay, Lo Lo and Nung hosts — genuine moments, never a staged show.
Mountain experts
Licensed Ha Giang locals with official guiding cards, clear English and deep knowledge of every pass and viewpoint.
Safety first
Quality helmets, knee and elbow guards, raincoats and well-maintained bikes come standard on every departure.
Cozy retreats
Hand-picked stilt houses and mountain lodges with great views. Private and family rooms are available on request.
Taste of the mountains
Fresh, locally sourced highland food at every stop, with vegetarian and vegan options whenever you need them.
100+Riders since 2021
5.0★Tripadvisor rating
5+Years of experience
100%Safety record
Rider stories
5.0190+ reviews · Travellers’ Choice
What our riders say
★★★★★Mar 2026
Felt safe and looked after the whole way
Our guide spoke great English, knew every viewpoint and kept the group relaxed and laughing. The homestays were simple but spotless, and the food was some of the best we had in Vietnam.
★★★★★Apr 2026
The jeep was the perfect choice for us
Roof down, music on and those mountains all around — we did not miss a single small road. A perfectly organised trip from the bus pickup to the last waterfall.
★★★★★Feb 2026
Highlight of five months in Asia
Small group, friendly easy riders and stops away from the crowds. They even surprised me with a cake on my birthday. I would do it again tomorrow.
The mountains don’t wait — neither should you
Sunrise over Ma Pi Leng, an empty switchback, a stilt-house dinner with a H’Mong family. Long enough to forget your inbox, short enough to feel every kilometre. The only thing missing is you.
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Travel journal
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Guides & stories from the loop
IDP 1968 vs 1949: Which Licence Works in Vietnam?
Planning to self-drive the loop? Here is what your International Driving Permit needs to say.
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Ha Giang Loop: 3 Days or 4 Days? An Honest Comparison
The question we hear most often — and how to choose the length that fits your trip.
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Lung Khuy Cave Quan Ba: How to Visit and What to Expect
A short trek and a cool, glittering cave — an easy detour most riders miss.
Read moreBefore you decide
Ha Giang Loop FAQs
Is the Ha Giang Loop safe?
Yes, with the right preparation. We provide quality helmets, knee and elbow guards, raincoats and well-maintained bikes, and our local guides ride at a safe pace. Not confident on mountain roads? Choose an Easy Rider or Jeep tour.
Do I need a licence to ride?
Self-drive riders need an International Driving Permit (1968 convention) with the matching motorbike class. No licence? Easy Rider and Jeep tours need none — we can switch you before departure.
When is the best time to go?
We depart daily all year. Sep–Nov: golden rice harvest. Mar–May: blossoms and mild weather. Dec–Feb: misty and cool. Jun–Aug: lush green with some afternoon rain.
Which tour types do you offer?
Self-drive motorbike for experienced riders, Easy Rider (ride pillion behind a local driver — our most popular option) and open-top Jeep tours for comfort, families and photographers.
How do I get from Hanoi to Ha Giang?
Most riders take a sleeping bus (6–7 hours). You can add a VIP bus, cabin bus, limousine van or budget bus to your booking, and rest at our hostel before the briefing.
Where do I leave my big luggage?
Free storage at Loop Trails Hostel with 24/7 CCTV. Bring only a small daypack on the loop.
What should I pack?
Layers, long trousers, closed shoes, a warm jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen, medication, cash and a power bank. We supply helmets, guards and ponchos.
What is included in the price?
Guide, vehicle and fuel, meals on tour, accommodation, entrance tickets, safety gear and daily drinking water. Not included: tips, drinks, insurance, room upgrades and buses (bookable as add-ons).