Itinerary Overview
The Northern Loop is a must-ride route in any Vietnam motorbike tour. It’s a dreamland for bikers worldwide, featuring Vietnam’s most thrilling mountain passes that link breathtaking natural wonders with rich ethnic cultures and diverse terrains. Riding with The IA, you’ll go far beyond the tourist trails—exploring remote villages, experiencing local daily life, and connecting deeply with the true spirit of Northern Vietnam.
Tour Highlights
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Best Vietnam Offroading Motorcycle Tour
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Fantastic landscape and hill tribe in Mai Chau
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Immersed in a sea of floating clouds in Ta Xua
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Challenging all Craziest Passes in the North
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Mu Cang Chai Rice Terraces
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Experiences at the Roof of Indochina - Fansipan Mt
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Ha Giang Motorbike Loop
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The Best Iconic Bamboo Ferry in Ha Giang
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The Largest Waterfall in Southeast Asia - Ban Gioc Waterfall
Summary
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Culture: Touching Ethnic Culture in North Vietnam
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Average Daily Ride Hours: 6 - 8 hours
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Total Distance KM: 1,818 km
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Level: Beginner
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October, 16th 2025: Welcome to The IA Vietnam Motorbike Tour
We will pick you up from the airport and escort you to the hotel. At night, we will have a welcome dinner together. Your team will meet a guide who will accompany you on the trip.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Hanoi La Selva Hotel
• Meals: Welcome Dinner.
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October, 17th 2025: Ha Noi - Mai Chau
First thing in the morning, the car will take you all to the starting point. We'll head out for Hoa Binh. Our first challenge will be the White Stone Pass, which boasts a stunning landscape of limestone mountains in Hoa Binh Province. This pass will lead us to Mai Chau town, where we'll spend the night.
In the evening, we'll have dinner with a twist – a taste of local "happy water," also known as rice wine. And to top it off, we'll enjoy a traditional Thai Dance music show.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Mai Chau Friendly Homestay
• Distance: 144km
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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October, 18th 2025: Mai Chau - Ta Xua Motorbike Tour
Our journey takes us to new heights on Ta Xua mountain, reaching altitudes of over 1000 meters. This mountain is renowned for its "Heaven of Cloudy Beach," offering breathtaking views.
As we make our way, we cross a small road and take a local ferry to get across the Da River. The majestic mountains to our right and the tranquil river to our left provide a stunning backdrop for the journey. We're wrapping up March with an unforgettable homestay on the Ta Xua mountains.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Ta Xua Eco Lodge
• Distance: 161km
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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October, 19th 2025: Ta Xua - Mu Cang Chai Rice Terrracs
Next, we'll head out on a ride to the Ta Xua dinosaur backbone. From there, we'll keep riding along the Da River to Chen Pass, which sits 1500 meters above sea level. This pass was crucial to the Vietnamese military's victory over the French colonizers in the Indochina War. Our trip will then take us to Mu Cang Chai for an overnight stay – a peaceful spot famous for its rice terraces
Summary:
• Accommodation: Lam Eco Lodge
• Distance: 147km
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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October, 20th 2025: Mu Cang Chai - Sapa Motorbike Tour
From here, we'll ride along the Laos border, heading to the fog-shrouded town of Sapa, stopping at Lai Chau, nestled at the base of O Quy Ho Pass. At over 2000 meters above sea level, and with a length of up to 50 kilometers, we're traveling to a place where Earth meets Heaven.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Sapa Praha Hotel
• Distance: 187km
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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October, 21st 2025: Sapa Free Day
Located in the Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range, Sapa is famous for Fansipan, Vietnam's highest peak, often referred to as the "Roof of Indochina." We'll take a cable car to the summit, which stands at 3,143 meters, where we'll be surrounded by clouds.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Sapa Praha Hotel
• Distance: 0
• Meals: Breakfast -
October, 22nd 2025: Sapa - Bac Ha Motorbike Tour
After a smooth ride downhill, we'll arrive in Lao Cai town and make a quick stop to visit the largest Chinese border gate. Next, we'll take a small, winding road along the Chinese border, which will lead us to Bac Ha market. This is where we can explore the famous market of ethnic minorities. We'll grab lunch in a small border town and arrive in Bac Ha by afternoon. We'll spend the night and have dinner at a cozy family-run hotel.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Homestay Mr. Văn
• Distance: 100km
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner -
October, 23rd 2025: Bac Ha - Ha Giang Motorbike Tour
After breakfast, you'll take a motor ride along the track to Xin Man and Hoang Su Phi, which has plenty of winding back roads with stunning mountain views. Xin Man sits right on the border between Vietnam and China, in one of the most unspoiled parts of Ha Giang Province.
After lunch, you'll join the main road heading up to Ha Giang City, where you'll stop for the night and get your permit. You'll spend the night at a hotel.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Yen Bien Luxury Ha Giang
• Distance: 144km
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October, 24th 2025: Ha Giang - Dong Van Motorbike Tour
After breakfast, we'll head to Đồng Văn, a stunning heritage site with majestic rocky plateaus. We'll take a zig-zag route until we reach the Vuong Family’s residence, about 14 kilometers before Đồng Văn. The Vuong Family was once known as the King of the Hmong People in Đồng Văn, Ha Giang. You'll spend the night at a hotel in Đồng Văn Ancient Town.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Dong Van Ville Du H'mong Hotel
• Distance: 150km
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October, 25th 2025: Dong Van - Bao Lac
From Dong Van, we'll ride up to Ma Pi Leng Pass, considered the "king" of Vietnam's passes. At an altitude of around 1500 meters above sea level, riders can take in breathtaking views of the Nho Que River from an impressive viewpoint called the edge of Tu San Abyss. Although the pass is only about 20 kilometers long, it's a real challenge for first-time drivers.
After lunch in Meo Vac, we'll head straight to Bao Lac before the sun sets.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Paolo Hotel
• Distance: 119 km
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October, 26th 2025: Bao Lac - Ban Gioc Waterfall Motorbike Tour
Get ready for an unforgettable off-road motorbike journey from Bao Lac to Ban Gioc Waterfall – one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking natural wonders. This remote route takes you deep into the wild Northeast, along rugged dirt trails, hidden villages, and mountain ridgelines with jaw-dropping views. You’ll ride through ethnic minority regions where the culture is untouched by tourism, cross rocky passes, and tackle muddy forest paths. The ride is challenging but incredibly rewarding. As you reach Ban Gioc, the thundering sound of the waterfall welcomes you to the finish line of a raw and thrilling adventure on two
Summary:
• Accommodation: Yen Nhi Homestay
• Distance: 200km
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October, 27th 2025: Ban Gioc Waterfall - Lang Son
Today, we'll spend the morning exploring Ban Gioc Waterfall by boat. Then, we'll take a ride from Ban Gioc to Lang Son along the historic Highway 4. Along the way, we'll pass through Dong Khe town, site of the Battle of Route Coloniale 4. This battle was a pivotal moment in the First Indochina War. Lang Son is famous for being a cultural and economic hub that connects Vietnam and China. The nearby Dong Kinh market is a great spot to pick up affordable Chinese goods.
We'll spend the night in a hotel.
Summary:
• Accommodation: Hotel Miamor
• Distance: 177km
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner -
October, 16th 2025: Lang Son - Ha Long Bay Motorbike Tour
After breakfast in Lang Son, we hit the road for our final leg back to Hanoi. Today’s ride features scenic mountain passes and smoother highways as we leave the rugged borderlands behind. For those who still crave a bit of off-road action, optional detours through backcountry villages and dirt trails await us along the way. As we get closer to the capital, traffic gradually increases, so we slow our pace and ride with care. By late afternoon, we arrive in Hanoi, concluding our epic motorbike adventure with unforgettable memories and stories that will last a lifetime.
Summary:
• Accommodation: La Selva Hanoi
• Distance: 169km
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Price
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Two riders | 112 USD/Day | 222 USD/Day | 33 USD/Day | 11 USD/Day |
Three riders | 33 USD/Day | 44 USD/Day | 55 USD/Day | 66 USD/Day |
Four riders | 11 USD/Day | 12 USD/Day | 34 USD/Day | 65 USD/Day |
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Group Tour
No. | Arrival date | Tour end date | Bikes | Tour name | Slot | Book tour |
1 | 19/04/2025 | 29/04/2025 | DIRTBIKE | Vietnam Dirtbike Northwest to Ta Xua 3 Days | 4 | Book now |
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Tour Highlights
- Best Vietnam Offroading Motorcycle Tour
- Fantastic landscape and hill tribe in Mai Chau
- Immersed in a sea of floating clouds in Ta Xua
- Challenging all Craziest Passes in the North
- Mu Cang Chai Rice Terraces
- Experiences at the Roof of Indochina - Fansipan Mt
- Ha Giang Motorbike Loop
- The Best Iconic Bamboo Ferry in Ha Giang
- The Largest Waterfall in Southeast Asia - Ban Gioc Waterfall
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