Ha Giang – Nam Dam: Begin the motorbike journey, explore Lung Khuy Cave, and stay with the Dzao Minority community at our homestay

Ha Giang Adventure - Discover the enchanting Ha Giang province by motorbike. Marvel at the scenic rice terraces cascading down the mountainsides. Navigate the winding roads etched into the mountains. Engage with locals who have only recently been exposed to Western visitors. Ha Giang promises an unforgettable adventure.

Our guide will meet you around 9am. The morning will be dedicated to honing your motorbike riding skills. Around 1pm, we’ll regroup to commence the trip. During lunch, you’ll receive a motorbike briefing before heading to Nam Dam village, accompanied by a local guide.

Quan Ba Heaven Gate - The 45km drive is breathtaking, passing through traditional villages, stunning valleys, and ascending mountains. We’ll make several stops for photos and breaks. Among the highlights are the Fairy Bosom hills in Quan Ba and a UNESCO-recognized geopark.

We’ll spend the night in Nam Dam village with a host family. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore the village, hike, assist the host family with dinner preparations, or simply relax. Dinner includes local rice or corn wine, known as “happy water.”

The journey continues the next day after breakfast.

Mun Homestay & Bungalow - Mun homestay is run by a Dzao family we’ve partnered with for years. Meet Pay and her family, your hosts for the night.

Nam Dam – Dong Van: Visit a Hemp Linen making village and traverse the stunning Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark

Lung Khuy Cave - After breakfast at our homestay, we’ll pack up and set off for the next leg of our adventure.

Ascend to Lung Khuy cave atop a mountain for spectacular views and cave exploration.

Lung Tam Linen Cooperative - We’ll visit Lung Tam, a picturesque village known for its Hemp Linen production. Watch the entire process and try your hand at rolling out the cloth—it’s surprisingly challenging!

Yen Minh - We’ll stop for lunch in the valley town of Yen Minh.

Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark - After lunch, we’ll head to Dong Van, a guest favorite. Plan your trip to coincide with Sunday, when the highland market takes place. It’s a vibrant social event where locals buy, sell, and socialize.

Dinh Vua Meo - Visit the Mansion of the opium king, a notable architectural site in the region.

Lung Cu Flag Tower - Stand at Vietnam’s northernmost point. From Lung Cu Flag Tower, you can see across the border into China.

Dong Van - Arrive at Dong Van town center, check into our hotel, and stay the night.

Dong Van - Meo Vac – Du Gia: Hike Ma Pi Leng Pass, visit Tu San Alley, and continue to Du Gia

Chợ Đồng Văn - Check with us for local market dates and times. It’s a cultural experience not to be missed.

Our Friday departures always include the Sunday market experience in either Dong Van or Meo Vac.

Ma Pi Leng Pass - One of Vietnam’s most scenic roads, perfect for photos. We’ll hike atop the pass for four hours.

Mã Pí Lèng Pass - Explore the mystical Tu San Abyss Alley, located between Meo Vac and Dong Van districts. The cliffs here reach nearly 1000 meters in height, with a depth of about 1000 meters.

Tu San Abyss Alley was formed millions of years ago when the region was underwater. As the water receded, this unique geological feature emerged.

Meo Vac - After Ma Pi Leng, we’ll stop for lunch in the charming district capital of Meo Vac before continuing to Du Gia.

Bao Lac - We’ll head to a small village in the Bao Lac National Reservation after lunch. The 90 km road is a favorite among motorbike riders. We’ll stay in a homestay for the night.

Bao Lac - via Me Pia Pass: Enter Cao Bang Province

Bao Lac - Bao Lac National Park protects tropical evergreen forest ecosystems, including limestone karsts. We’ll walk to a waterfall and relax in the morning before riding back to Ha Giang.

Pac Bo Cave - Our next stop is Pac Bo, a historically significant site where Ho Chi Minh re-entered Vietnam in 1941. We’ll spend the night here.

Pac Po - Ban Gioc Waterfall: Enjoy the scenic valleys along the border

Pac Bo Cave - After breakfast, we’ll set off for the next part of our journey.

Trà Lĩnh District - We’ll pass through this border town between Vietnam and China on our way to Ban Gioc Waterfall.

Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls - Ban Gioc Waterfall is one of Vietnam’s most stunning natural attractions. Located in Cao Bang province, the falls are 30 meters high and 300 meters wide, making them the widest in the country. Despite improved access and viral videos showcasing their beauty, Ban Gioc remains relatively off the beaten path, with few visitors outside weekends and holidays.

Ban Gioc Waterfalls - Cao Bang

Chùa Phật Tích Trúc Lâm Bản Giốc - This pagoda is the first to be constructed at the northern border in Dam Thuy, Trung Khanh, and Cao Bang.

Nguom Ngao Cave - Located in Gun village, Dam Thuy commune, Trung Khanh district, Nguom Ngao Cave is a natural treasure discovered in 1921 and opened to tourists in 1996. It was recognized as a national scenic landscape in 1998. The cave’s name means “Tiger Cave” in the Tay ethnic language, as it was once home to many tigers.

Phuc Sen Forging Village - This village in Phuc Sen commune, Quang Uyen district, is renowned for its traditional forging tools, a unique cultural aspect of the Nung people.

Cao Bang - On our way back to Cao Bang city, we’ll stop at a blacksmith workshop in Phuc Sen village where you can forge your own knife. We’ll arrive in Cao Bang city around 2 pm. If you’re catching our transfer back to Hanoi, you’ll be dropped off in Hanoi center around 9 pm.

• 5 nights accommodation included
• All meals covered: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Comprehensive safety equipment provided
• Guides fluent in English, Vietnamese, Dzao, and Hmong
• Unlimited water and local ‘happy water’
• Gasoline/petrol and motorbike usage
• Essential gear for securing luggage
• All taxes and fees included
• Support with minor motorbike repairs, such as flat tires

• hiring a driver if you don’t ride a motorbike.
• Juices
• Personal travel insurance
• Snacks
• Tips for guides
• Beer

This is a self-ridden motorbike tour, a relevant license valid under Vietnamese jurisdiction is a must. Please contact us to advise further. A shared car tour is offered every Friday.
**Sitting on the back of our team is possible with an added fee.

Ban Gioc Waterfall is one of Vietnam’s most impressive natural sights. Located in the northeastern province of Cao Bang province, the falls are 30 meters high and 300 meters across, making Ban Gioc the widest waterfall in the country. Despite improved road access and public transportation connections, and the popularity of several recent viral drone videos showcasing the majesty of the falls, Ban Gioc is still a relatively off-the-beaten-path sight. Mass tourism has yet to arrive and, outside of weekends and public holidays, there’s rarely more than a trickle of foreign and domestic visitors.

• Families with infants, elderly members or special need should ask about our travel-by-car option.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.