Vietnam Cross Country Dirtbike Expedition 18 Days: The BIG Adventure from Hanoi to Saigon

Leaving Hanoi, riders ease into quiet countryside with rivers, rice paddies, and limestone cliffs. Village backroads and gentle dirt sections guide the group into Ninh Binh’s dramatic karst landscape. The day ends among calm waterways, marking a smooth start to The IA cross–country expedition.

Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 100km
Meal: Lunch, Dinner

Departing Ninh Binh, the terrain shifts into foothills and terraced valleys. Dirt paths cut through bamboo forests and ethnic villages as riders move deeper into the mountains. Pu Luong welcomes the group with stilt houses, cool air, and untouched landscapes.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 130km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Leaving Pu Luong, riders follow forested valleys, gravel slopes, and open farmland terrain. The atmosphere grows quieter as the route approaches Tan Ky — the symbolic northern gateway of the Ho Chi Minh Trail.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 130km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Riders follow remote sections of the historic trail, passing jungle corridors, rivers, and long winding mountain roads. Limestone towers rise near Phong Nha as the group enters Vietnam’s largest cave region, ending the day in dramatic scenery.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 250km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Departing Phong Nha, the terrain becomes more rugged, with forest passes, old war zones, and isolated valleys. Soft–earth dirt sections and long curves bring riders into the cool highlands of Khe Sanh — a historically rich stop.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 200km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Leaving the mountains, riders descend toward the coastal plains. Green valleys, rivers, and farming villages fill the landscape. By afternoon, the route reaches Hoi An, where lantern-lined streets and gentle riverside life offer a peaceful coastal landing.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 250km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

A full day for rest, bike checks, beaches, or short optional rides. Hoi An serves as a comfortable midpoint before climbing back into the highlands.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 0km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Departing Hoi An, riders climb into the Truong Son mountains. Forested curves and river-valley roads dominate the ride. Prao welcomes riders with cool highland air and quiet ethnic–region scenery.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 95km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Riders continue through remote highland backroads, crossing forest slopes and rural villages. Streams, plantations, and rolling hills give the day a rugged but scenic tone. Kham Duc provides a calm overnight stop among mountains.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 80km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Leaving Kham Duc, riders follow red-earth roads, coffee plantations, and long, open highland valleys. Ethnic villages and wooden stilt houses appear as the route approaches Kon Tum, a relaxed highland hub.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 180km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Departing the highlands, riders descend through farmland and warm inland plains before meeting the coastline. Turquoise water, fishing villages, và sea breeze signal the arrival in Nha Trang — a lively coastal break after days in the mountains.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 250km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Leaving the coast, riders climb into cooler pine forests, winding mountain passes, và highland farmland. The air drops in temperature as Da Lat approaches, ending the day in a peaceful mountain city with lakes, gardens, and fresh evening weather.

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

A soft day in the highlands for recovery. Optional waterfalls, pine trails, or a lakeside café. The rest prepares riders for the final push toward the south.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 0km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Departing Da Lat, riders descend into dry lowlands, moving from pine forests into rocky countryside. The landscape gradually turns into desert-like plains and dunes near Mui Ne. Bright sun, long beaches, and warm wind welcome the group into coastal territory.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 210km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Leaving the coast, riders transition inland through plantations, open plains, and river zones. Entering the Mekong region, the terrain softens into orchard trails, canal roads, and garden-filled countryside. Ben Tre offers calm tropical scenery with coconut farms and quiet waterways.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 250km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Departing Ben Tre, riders cross island districts using small ferries and village bridges. Dirt dikes and lush orchard trails shape the ride. Approaching Can Tho, waterways widen and delta energy becomes lively — a classic southern vibe on The IA route.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 100km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Leaving Can Tho, riders follow rice-field dikes, palm-lined canal paths, and peaceful rural terrain. The route grows broader as it heads northwest. Floating villages and river life appear near Chau Doc, offering a calm border–region atmosphere.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 180km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners

Departing Chau Doc, riders travel through countryside backroads, soft-earth trails, and plantation zones. The scenery gradually shifts as Saigon approaches, ending the 18–day expedition with the full sense of crossing Vietnam top-to-bottom — mountains, valleys, jungle, coast, dunes, and the Mekong Delta — all completed with The IA.

b]Summary:
Accommodation: 3-4 stars hotel or best homestay in area
Distance: 250km
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch