Sapa Dirtbike Tour 3 Days: Ta Xua Cloud Ride - One Way

Kick off the first day of the tour by leaving Ha Noi after rushing hours on dyke road to the home of the Thai ethnic minority of Mai Chau. With the Red River as our guide, we head north to Thung Khe Pass, one of the most beautiful mountain passes in North Vietnam, and then descend to the mountain valley settlement of Mai Chau.
After a light lunch, we continue our journey on small dirt roads that wind through archaeological history caves. A tranquil ferry crossing over the Da River enhances our experience, as majestic mountains frame our vision to the right and the serene river to the left.
The thrill escalates as we ascend Ta Xua mountain, reaching altitudes of 1800 meters above sea level. Famous as the "Kingdom of Clouds and Winds," Ta Xua envelops us in a stunning sea of clouds and mysterious forests, and the iconic "Dinosaur Spine" trail is waiting for those who have venture in veins.
Wrap up a day with local beers beside the infinity pool, surrounded by the peaceful panoramic view of this pristine natural landscape covered by fluffy floating clouds.

Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 230km
Meal: Lunch, Dinner

Next up on today's agenda is riding to the Heart of Natural Beauty. The iconic rice terraces of Mu Cang Chai Vietnam rice field represent one of the fantastic works done by the ancient engineering skills of ethnic minority groups inhabiting the area for a long period. These rice plantations are nestled on the Hoang Lien Son mountain slopes, which form part of the eastern Himalayan chain.
The winding roads to Tu Le navigating through the mountains of the Northwest offers picturesque views at every turn. From there, we ascend to the majestic Khau Pha Pass, one of Vietnam's four legendary passes, famously dubbed the "horn of the sky." From Khau Pha, you'll witness the cascading fields and terraced landscapes stretching from the mountaintop down to the creek along the road to Mu Cang Chai town. Its sweetness and aroma entice you to rediscover Mu Cang Chai through the lens of a motorbike. Engage with a Thai family through a local supper and cozy accommodations for the night.

Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 120km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today's ride is the tour's highlight, as we are riding to one of the highest and longest passes in Northern Vietnam. This morning, we'll motorbike straight toward the main Fansipan Mountain range via Than Uyen town of Lai Chau. For those seeking an extra thrill, there's a challenging back route that includes several river crossings. The impressive mountain range will be our backdrop as we tackle the thrilling ascent from Binh Lu to Vietnam's highest road pass, O Quy Ho Pass. At over 2,000m, the panoramic views from this pass stretch over the main range for miles. We'll then descend to the foggy Sa Pa valley, which is close to the border with China. The French considered Sapa to be the summer capital of Northern Vietnam in the early decades of the 20th century.
Toasting the finish of a 3-day motorbike tour with cold beers and saying goodbye to the Indochina Adventure team. We hope to reunite further on the road in the next coming trip.

Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 150km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch