HA GIANG LOOP: 3DAYS

You will arrive in Ha Giang city early (around 00:00) but your host and staff in the hostel are ready to pick you up and offer you a place to sleep a bit more. After breakfast the local guide, an easy rider will come to meet you if we start your first riding day, which will be around 155 km. You will be surprised along the road because the mountains and villages are beautiful on all the roads you take.
Scenic Stops, Cultural Exploration and Activities:
• Heaven’s Gate: At 1,500m altitude, often shrouded in clouds, offering breathtaking views.
Located on Quan Ba Pass, about 46 km from Ha Giang city. 1,500m above sea level, this is an ideal place to admire the majestic natural scenery. On clear days, you will see a clear picture of nature with lush green valleys and surrounding mountains. On cloudy days, it feels like you are standing in the middle of the clouds, dreamy and mysterious.
• Twin Mountains in Quan Ba: Unique natural formations that are iconic to the area.
The two mountains have a round shape, considered a symbol of prosperity and unique nature. Associated with the legend of the love between a fairy and a H'Mong boy. Located in the middle of a large valley, surrounded by terraced fields, bringing a harmonious beauty between nature and people.
• Local Lunch: Enjoy a meal in Yen Minh, try local food and enjoy beautiful view/
• Vuong Palace: A historical site, built by the Hmong people for their King, located west of Dong Van.
About 15 km west of Dong Van town, in Sa Phin commune. The mansion was built in the early 20th century, with unique architecture combining traditional Chinese and H'Mong styles. This was once the center of power of the Vuong family, a wealthy and powerful family that ruled the northern mountainous region.
Surrounded by cat-ear rocks, creating a majestic, mysterious landscape. Learn about H'Mong history and culture through artifacts and stories. Visit the stone structures, precious wood and exquisite carvings.
Evening in Dong Van:
• Check-in to a guesthouse or homestay.
• Dinner at a local restaurant.
We then reach Dong Van at around 5pm where we will check-in to the homestay and have dinner at a local restaurant. Explore the ancient village, ideal for a relaxing stroll.
Located in the Dong Van stone plateau, one of the most beautiful highlands in Vietnam. Dong Van is the cultural and economic center of the stone plateau, with winding small roads and typical ancient houses. You can walk around town, explore Dong Van market (if you come on the right market day). Enjoy specialties such as thang co, men men, buckwheat cake. Stroll through the old streets with traditional stone and wooden houses.
 

After breakfast we’ll continue your motorbike adventure through this stunning part of Vietnam through the Dong Van GeoPark. The views are amongst Vietnam’s best. The Ma Pi Leng Pass is considered as the “king” of Vietnam’s passes. From the top of this pass begins a 20km long happiness road, which is handmade by the local people and has a romantic atmosphere.
Places to visit along the way:
• Ma Pi Leng Pass:
One of the “four great mountain passes” of Vietnam, known as the “king” of mountain passes with breathtaking scenery. The peak of the pass offers stunning views of the winding emerald Nho Que River below and towering cliffs. You will stop at scenic spots to take photos.
• Happiness Road: Length: 20 km.
This legendary road was built by hand by local people, stretching through rugged mountains, with a lot of effort and sacrifice from brave people. It has a romantic beauty with the majestic mountain and forest scenery on both sides.
• Nho Que River: Green gem in the middle of the stone plateau
The river lies at the foot of Ma Pi Leng Pass, flowing through Tu San Canyon - one of the deepest and most majestic canyons in Southeast Asia. Emerald green watercolor: The river has a distinctive, clear green color, creating a strong contrast with the gray-black cat-ear cliffs on both sides.
• Tu San Canyon: Considered the deepest canyon in Vietnam, with a depth of up to 700-800m and a length of about 1.7km. This is a majestic natural wonder with steep cliffs, creating a spectacular scene.
• Meo Vac: One of the most beautiful lands in Vietnam with wild and majestic natural scenery. Opportunity to see the daily life of the H'Mong and other ethnic groups. In Meo Vac you can see one of the most beautiful landscapes of the country.
We continue to Mau Due and Du Gia where you can see beautiful terraced rice fields and local life. We’ll enjoy lunch in Du Gia in the area where ethnic Tay families live and if we have time you can take a refreshing swim at the waterfalls of Du Gia Village. We stayed overnight at the guesthouse or homestay where we’ll enjoy dinner later in the evening.
Mau Due Road when going to Du Gia is the road that gives you the feeling of yomost and with the fresh air and the rolling hills, you can also see the tiny villages on the very special stone plateau.
Du Gia is famous for its beautiful terraced rice fields and fresh air, the simple life of the local people, especially the Tay people.
 

You had a great time with the host in the cozy dinner by Tay minority ethnic style, after good sleep, you have breakfast at the homestay in Du Gia. Start the journey back to Ha Giang through beautiful mountain passes and small villages. Opportunity to admire the terraced fields, streams and daily life of local ethnic groups such as Tay, H'Mong, Dao.
Along the way, you can stop to take photos and explore more of the natural beauty of the mountains.
•Du Gia Waterfall: A natural cascade set amidst the tranquil beauty of the mountains. The waterfall flows into a crystal-clear pool, ideal for swimming and relaxing. The refreshing, cool water is perfect for a quick dip after a long ride.
•Duong Thuong: Situated along the Hà Giang Loop, Duong Thuong is a highland village known for its scenic beauty and ethnic diversity. Inhabited primarily by the H’Mông people, this village offers a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of the highlands. The landscape is characterized by steep terraced fields, rugged mountains, and narrow paths connecting scattered homes.
•Lung Tam Village: Nestled in Quản Bạ District, along the journey from Hà Giang to Đồng Văn. Famous for its hemp weaving craft, Lùng Tám is a vibrant cultural hub of the H’Mông ethnic group. The village is surrounded by karst mountains and terraced fields, adding to its picturesque charm. Hemp Weaving Demonstration: Observe the intricate process of making hemp fabric, from growing the plant to spinning, weaving, and dyeing.
Upon arrival in Ha Giang, you will have time to rest, shower and refresh yourself at a motel or location arranged by the group.
Then when you depart for Hanoi, the driver will pick you up at the Ha Giang motel. The journey lasts about 6 hours, the car is comfortable and modern, allowing you to rest on the way. Arriving in Hanoi, the stop is the limousine bus station near the Old Quarter.
Other options:
If you want to continue your journey, you can arrange bus services to Ninh Binh or Cat Ba right from Ha Giang.
Have an amazing trip!