South Vietnam Motorbike Tour 5 Days: Rach Gia – Ben Tre – Chau Doc Loop

Leaving Saigon, riders move into the quieter countryside where coconut farms, canals, and shaded garden trails replace the city rush. Narrow village roads, red-earth paths, and small ferries introduce the peaceful rhythm of the Mekong. Ben Tre welcomes riders with fruit orchards, quiet rivers, and the soft tropical atmosphere that defines this province. It’s a smooth but scenic introduction to the The IA adventure.

Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 90km
Meal: Lunch, Dinner

Departing Ben Tre, the route weaves through island districts connected by bridges and waterways. Riders cross small ferries, pass coconut workshops, and follow dike roads running between rice fields and orchards. Light dirt sections and garden paths keep the ride engaging without being difficult. Approaching Can Tho, wide rivers, floating houses, and market boats create a lively delta scene. Riders arrive in the region’s cultural center for a relaxed evening by the waterfront.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 85km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Can Tho, riders head southwest along quiet countryside roads and soft-earth village trails. The scenery shifts gradually from lush orchards into drier coastal farmland. Fishing villages, salt fields, and open plains appear as the route approaches the Gulf of Thailand. Rach Gia offers sea views, a calm coastal vibe, and a refreshing change from the inland waterways — a perfect midpoint on the The IA loop.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 140km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Departing Rach Gia, riders follow a combination of coastal routes and inland countryside roads. River channels, rice fields, and palm forests reappear as the ride moves north. The terrain is smooth and scenic, with light dirt sections along canals and farming villages. Approaching Chau Doc, mountains rise in the distance and river culture becomes more pronounced. Riders settle beside the water, surrounded by floating villages and peaceful border-town energy.

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

Leaving Chau Doc, riders follow long stretches of countryside roads lined with fruit farms, open fields, and local markets. The scenery slowly shifts as the route leaves the delta, moving toward plantation areas and finally the outskirts of Saigon. The final approach blends rural calm with the energetic return to the city. The loop ends with a full taste of southern Vietnam — rivers, coast, fields, and culture — explored on a comfortable five-day motorbike journey with The IA.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 240km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch