🏍 Overview: Ride through Vietnam’s wild northern mountains from the legendary Ha Giang Loop to the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall! This 5-day/4-nights Easy Rider motorbike adventure blends iconic viewpoints, authentic homestays, and peaceful lakeside moments. You’ll cross scenic passes like Ma Pi Leng, explore Ba Be Lake by boat, and connect with locals along the way. Further included are 2 nights in Hanoi and 1 night in Ha Giang before departure, 1 night in Ha Giang after the tour as well as all transfers and a small travel group (max. 4 people total - 8 nights) 📍 Optional Add-Ons: This tour will start and end in Hanoi, your (Cabin sleeper) bus ticket from and back to Hanoi is included in the price. If you prefer to end your journey in Sapa, Cat Ba, Ha Long or Ninh Binh instead, please let me know – we can easily arrange that for a small price difference. ✨ If you’re planning to travel further, you’re also welcome to join us on our upcoming Vietnam adventures 👉🏻 check our profile for the next trips to Da Nang, Hoi An and beyond! 🐲🏮🏞🇻🇳 ⚠️ Important Note: • This is a border region, so if you choose to drive your own bike, you must have a valid international driving permit for Vietnam, covering motorbikes(!). Police checks are common and fines up to 200 USD apply without it. • NO LICENSE? NO PROBLEM! You can ride as a passenger with an experienced Easy Rider driver. (An Easy Rider is a local motorbike guide who drives you safely through Vietnam’s mountains while you enjoy the views and don't have to worry about the sometimes challenging road conditions.)
🙋🏻♀️🙋🏼♂️ About us: Hi, we’re Ellis & Mario from LoveBeyondNations -passionate travelers & creators who explore the world with curiosity, connection and creativity. We love group adventures that mix comfort and local authenticity. This trip is perfect for travelers who enjoy nature, road trips and unique local encounters. ✨️ We’ll join you on the Easy Rider tour - expect a friendly vibe, flexible spirit and plenty of shared laughs, amazing landscapes and a lot of stories! 🤩
🏨 Accomodation: A mix of authentic local homestay & cozy hotels: • 2 nights in Hanoi Old Quarter (HOTEL) • 1 night in Ha Giang City (GUESTHOUSE) • 4 nights on the road (SIMPLE & AUTHENTIC HOMESTAYS) • 1 extra night after the tour in Ha Giang before returning to Hanoi (GUESTHOUSE) Rooms are shared between 2 people (private room) - in twin or queen beds (depending on availability)
What's included?
🏠 All accommodation with breakfast (8x)
🚌 Cabin sleeper bus Hanoi <--> Ha Giang
🚗 Airport pick-up in Hanoi
🥗 Breakfast, lunch, dinner (on tour)
🛵 Hanoi Backstreet tour on Vintage Bike
🏍 English speaking guide/driver & fuel
🎫 Entry fees to attractions (on tour)
⛑️ Helmets, rain coats & protective gear
💚 WhatsApp Group & Planning Support
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Trip Itinerary
1
Altes Viertel Hanoi
Day 1-3
Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport on May 2, where your driver will be waiting to bring you straight to our hotel in Hanoi’s charming Old Quarter. Spend two nights/ one day soaking in the city’s rhythm exploring cafés, taste authentic street food or stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake. As the sun sets, we’ll hop on vintage bikes (with easy-rider) for a sunset "Backstreet Tour", gliding through hidden alleys, local markets and the glowing Train Street before our mountain adventure begins. The morning of May 4 (~10 AM), board the comfy cabin sleeper bus, expect a ride around 6 - 7 hours until we reach Ha Giang city, the starting point of our tour.
2
Hà Giang
Day 3-4
After arriving from Hanoi, we’ll spend the first night in Ha Giang City in our guesthouse/ hotel. Here we meet our Easy Rider guides, get the trip briefing and prepare for the start of the loop the next morning.
3
Đồng Văn
Day 4-5
🌤️ Day 1 – Ha Giang → Heaven Gate → Quan Ba → Yen Minh → Vuong Palace → Dong Van Depart around 8 AM from Ha Giang. Ride through Heaven Gate Pass (1,500 m) for panoramic views above the clouds. Admire the Twin Mountains of Quan Ba, stop for lunch in a local restaurant, then visit the historic Vuong Palace, once home to the Hmong King. Arrive in Dong Van around 5 PM and stroll through its old quarter after dinner.
4
Bảo Lạc District
Day 5-6
🌄 Day 2 – Dong Van → Ma Pi Leng Pass → Meo Vac → Bao Lac Ride through the spectacular Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark. Cross the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass – the “King of Vietnam’s mountain roads.” Enjoy photo stops at Happiness Road and Meo Vac, then continue to Bao Lac for your overnight stay.
5
Ban Gioc Waterfalls
Day 6-7
🏞️ Day 3 – Bao Lac → Me Pia Pass → Trung Khanh → Ban Gioc Early departure following the Song Gam River. Climb the Me Pia Pass, famous for its 14 sharp hairpin bends – also called the “14-story slope.” Continue east toward Ban Gioc Waterfall and arrive around 5 PM to spend the night near this spectacular natural border.
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Nationalpark Ba Bể
Day 7-8
💦 Day 4 – Ban Gioc → Cao Bang → Ba Be National Park Start the day exploring Ban Gioc Waterfall, Southeast Asia’s largest and most beautiful cascade. Visit the nearby Nguom Ngao Cave and return via Cao Bang toward Ba Be Lake, arriving by late afternoon. Enjoy a quiet evening at the lakeside homestay.
7
Hà Giang
Day 8-9
🚤 Day 5 – Ba Be Lake Boat Tour → Ha Giang After breakfast, embark on a boat trip across Ba Be Lake, Vietnam’s largest natural freshwater lake. Visit An Ma Temple and Dau Dang Waterfall, passing through local fishing villages. After lunch at a riverside restaurant, drive back to Ha Giang for a final night at Loop Central Stay before returning to Hanoi the next morning by sleeper bus.
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Hanoi
Day 9
❗️Please note: No additional hotel stay in Hanoi is included after the tour. From Ha Giang City, you can choose to return to Hanoi or continue exploring Vietnam on your own. (Cabin sleeper bus ticket is included back to Hanoi!) If you’d like to end your trip in Sapa, Cat Ba, Ha Long or Ninh Binh instead, just let me know - we can easily arrange this for a small price difference. ✨ If you’re planning to travel further, you’re also welcome to join us on our upcoming Vietnam adventures 👉🏻 check our profile for the next trips to Da Nang, Hoi An and beyond! 🐲🏮🏞🇻🇳
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Hotel & Hostel & Bed & Breakfast
9 days trip
Altes Viertel Hanoi, Hà Giang & 6 more
Transportation
Train, Car
What's excluded?
Flights to/from Vietnam (Hanoi)
Travel insurance & e-Visa
Drinks & meals whereas not mentioned
Personal expenses & tips
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