Ha Giang Loop Easy Rider
Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Yen Minh – Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng – Meo Vac – Nho Que – Du Gia
adventure
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Departure
Ha Giang
Destination
Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Yen Minh – Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng – Meo Vac – Nho Que – Du Gia
Guests
1–20 people
Book before
3 days
Overview
Experience the Ha Giang Loop in 3 days and 2 nights with local Easy Riders. Pass through Quan Ba, Yen Minh, Dong Van, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Nho Que River, Meo Vac and Du Gia with mountainous landscapes, homestays and ethnic village culture.
The Ha Giang Loop 3 Days 2 Nights Easy Rider is one of the most outstanding adventures in Northern Vietnam. Travelers ride pillion with experienced local drivers, passing through majestic mountain passes, rocky valleys, ethnic minority villages, terraced rice fields, the Nho Que River and the famous Ma Pi Leng Pass.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience Ha Giang in a more authentic, intimate and emotional way than by car. In 3 days, you will visit highlights such as Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Fairy Twin Mountain, Yen Minh, Dong Van Karst Plateau, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Nho Que River, Meo Vac and Du Gia.
The Easy Rider is the perfect choice for guests who do not have a Vietnamese motorbike license or do not want to drive themselves on mountain passes. You ride behind a local driver, giving you time to admire the scenery, take photos and enjoy a safer journey than driving yourself.
Highlights
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Experience the Ha Giang Loop with Easy Rider – riding pillion with local drivers
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Pass through the most beautiful passes in Northern Vietnam
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Take photos at Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Fairy Twin Mountain, Dong Van and Ma Pi Leng
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Admire Tu San Canyon and Nho Que River from above
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Can add a Nho Que River boat tour if weather and schedule permit
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Overnight at local homestay/guesthouse in Dong Van/Meo Vac/Du Gia
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Learn about the cultures of H'Mong, Dao, Tay, Lo Lo and other highland communities
Detailed Itinerary
1
Day 1
Ha Giang – Quan Ba – Yen Minh – Dong Van
08:00: Meet the guide and Easy Rider in Ha Giang city
Guests meet the operations team, receive helmets, raincoats if needed, and receive safety instructions before departure. Large luggage can be left at the office or strapped to the bike depending on the program.
Guests meet the operations team, receive helmets, raincoats if needed, and receive safety instructions before departure. Large luggage can be left at the office or strapped to the bike depending on the program.
08:30: Start the Ha Giang Loop
The group leaves Ha Giang city, heading into mountain roads towards Quan Ba. Along the way, guests will clearly feel the change in landscape from small town to hills, valleys and villages.
The group leaves Ha Giang city, heading into mountain roads towards Quan Ba. Along the way, guests will clearly feel the change in landscape from small town to hills, valleys and villages.
10:00: Quan Ba Heaven Gate and Fairy Twin Mountain
Stop at Quan Ba Heaven Gate to enjoy panoramic views of the valley. This is one of the first and most beautiful check-in spots on the Ha Giang Loop. Guests can take photos of Fairy Twin Mountain and learn about the karst plateau terrain.
Stop at Quan Ba Heaven Gate to enjoy panoramic views of the valley. This is one of the first and most beautiful check-in spots on the Ha Giang Loop. Guests can take photos of Fairy Twin Mountain and learn about the karst plateau terrain.
12:00: Lunch in Quan Ba or Yen Minh
Guests have lunch at a local restaurant. The menu typically includes rice, vegetables, meat/chicken, eggs, local dishes, or vegetarian if pre-ordered.
Guests have lunch at a local restaurant. The menu typically includes rice, vegetables, meat/chicken, eggs, local dishes, or vegetarian if pre-ordered.
13:30: Continue to Yen Minh – Dong Van
After lunch, the group continues through Yen Minh pine forest, rocky valleys and ethnic villages. The route has many beautiful photo stops, especially during buckwheat flower season, rice season or on clear days.
After lunch, the group continues through Yen Minh pine forest, rocky valleys and ethnic villages. The route has many beautiful photo stops, especially during buckwheat flower season, rice season or on clear days.
15:30: Visit points along the road
Depending on time and conditions, the group may stop at points like Tham Ma Slope, old houses, villages or photo spots on the karst plateau.
Depending on time and conditions, the group may stop at points like Tham Ma Slope, old houses, villages or photo spots on the karst plateau.
17:00: Arrive in Dong Van, check in
Guests arrive in Dong Van and check in at a homestay or guesthouse. Rest after the first day.
Guests arrive in Dong Van and check in at a homestay or guesthouse. Rest after the first day.
19:00: Dinner in Dong Van
Dinner with the group. After dinner, guests are free to stroll around Dong Van Old Quarter, have coffee or rest.
Dinner with the group. After dinner, guests are free to stroll around Dong Van Old Quarter, have coffee or rest.
Overnight in Dong Van.
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Day 2
Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng – Nho Que River – Meo Vac – Du Gia
07:30: Breakfast at homestay/guesthouse
Guests have breakfast and prepare for the most beautiful day of the journey.
Guests have breakfast and prepare for the most beautiful day of the journey.
08:30: Depart to Ma Pi Leng Pass
The group leaves Dong Van, heading onto the most famous road of the Ha Giang Loop. Ma Pi Leng Pass has majestic scenery with rocky mountains, deep gorges and the Nho Que River below.
The group leaves Dong Van, heading onto the most famous road of the Ha Giang Loop. Ma Pi Leng Pass has majestic scenery with rocky mountains, deep gorges and the Nho Que River below.
09:30: Stop for photos at Ma Pi Leng viewpoint
Guests stop at viewpoints to take panoramic photos of the canyon, rock formations and Nho Que River. This is the most important highlight of the tour.
Guests stop at viewpoints to take panoramic photos of the canyon, rock formations and Nho Que River. This is the most important highlight of the tour.
10:30: Optional Nho Que River boat trip
If weather, water level and time permit, guests can add a boat tour on the Nho Que River to view Tu San Canyon from below. This is a popular choice as it offers a different perspective from the viewpoint.
If weather, water level and time permit, guests can add a boat tour on the Nho Que River to view Tu San Canyon from below. This is a popular choice as it offers a different perspective from the viewpoint.
12:30: Lunch in Meo Vac or nearby area
Guests have local lunch.
Guests have local lunch.
13:30: Continue journey to Du Gia
After lunch, the group continues through mountain roads, villages and valleys to Du Gia. The landscape here is more peaceful, ideal for travelers wanting to experience local life and mountain forest atmosphere.
After lunch, the group continues through mountain roads, villages and valleys to Du Gia. The landscape here is more peaceful, ideal for travelers wanting to experience local life and mountain forest atmosphere.
16:30: Arrive in Du Gia, check in at homestay
Guests check in at a local homestay. If weather permits, they can take a gentle walk around the village or visit waterfalls/streams near Du Gia.
Guests check in at a local homestay. If weather permits, they can take a gentle walk around the village or visit waterfalls/streams near Du Gia.
19:00: Dinner at homestay
Guests have dinner at the homestay, interact with the hosts and rest.
Guests have dinner at the homestay, interact with the hosts and rest.
Overnight in Du Gia.
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Day 3
Du Gia – Villages – Ha Giang City
07:30: Breakfast at homestay
Guests have breakfast and prepare luggage.
Guests have breakfast and prepare luggage.
08:30: Explore Du Gia and nearby villages
The group travels through village roads, fields, streams and local houses. This is a more relaxed day, perfect for experiencing highland life after two days on big passes.
The group travels through village roads, fields, streams and local houses. This is a more relaxed day, perfect for experiencing highland life after two days on big passes.
10:30: Continue returning to Ha Giang city
The group follows mountain roads and valleys back to Ha Giang. Possible stops for rest, drinks and photos.
The group follows mountain roads and valleys back to Ha Giang. Possible stops for rest, drinks and photos.
12:30: Local lunch
Guests have lunch on the way back.
Guests have lunch on the way back.
15:30 – 16:30: Arrive back in Ha Giang city
The group returns to Ha Giang city. End of the 3-day 2-night Easy Rider program. Guests can stay overnight in Ha Giang or take a night bus to Hanoi if they booked the package from Hanoi.
The group returns to Ha Giang city. End of the 3-day 2-night Easy Rider program. Guests can stay overnight in Ha Giang or take a night bus to Hanoi if they booked the package from Hanoi.
Included / Not Included
Included
- Easy Rider/local driver for each guest
- Motorcycle, petrol and basic operating costs
- Helmet
- English-speaking guide/group leader for the group or local guide according to the program
- 2 nights at homestay/guesthouse, dorm/shared/private room depending on package
- Meals as per program: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
- Basic entrance fees along the way if applicable
- Basic bottled drinking water
- Support for storing large luggage in Ha Giang if needed
- Operational support throughout the trip
Not included
- Transport Hanoi – Ha Giang – Hanoi if only booking the tour from Ha Giang
- Nho Que River boat tour if not included in the standard package
- Drinks not included in the program
- Personal expenses
- Tips for Easy Rider, guide, host and drivers
- Surcharge for private room or homestay/guesthouse upgrade
- Personal travel insurance
- Surcharge for Korean/Chinese/Japanese speaking guide if requested
- Surcharge on public holidays, Tet or peak season
- Stops outside the program such as Lung Cu Flagpole, Pao's House, Meo King's Palace if additional time/tickets incurred
Options
Sleeper bus Hanoi – Ha Giang – Hanoi
+25$
Limousine Hanoi – Ha Giang – Hanoi
+34$
Extra night in Ha Giang City
+21$
Nho Que River boat trip
+9$
Private room upgrade at homestay/guesthouse
+13$
Private car instead of Easy Rider
Liên hệ
Photographer / GoPro video / drone if permitted
Liên hệ
Korean / Chinese / Japanese speaking guide
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Booking Policy
Booking is confirmed after a 30-50% deposit payment (varies by tour). Remaining balance is due 7-14 days before departure. For last-minute bookings (under 7 days), 100% payment is required upon confirmation.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation policy: 14+ days before departure — 100% refund of deposit. 7-13 days — 50% refund. 3-6 days — 30% refund. Within 72 hours — no refund. Third-party services (flights, trains, hotels) follow the provider's own cancellation policy.
Itinerary Changes
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