MT05: Picturesque Vietnam Motorcyle Tour – 16 days / 15 nights

Trip Duration: 16 Days 15 Nights

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Hanoi Capital City
Explore the vibrant Hanoi capital city, immersing yourself in its rich culture and history.
Landscapes and Ethnic Minorities
Discover the breathtaking landscapes and diverse ethnic minorities in Mai Chau, Son La, and Lai Chau, experiencing the authentic beauty of Northern Vietnam.
Terraced Rice Fields and Hill Tribes
Witness the stunning terraced rice fields in Sapa and encounter the colorful hill tribes in Bac Ha, Ha Giang, and Cao Bang, capturing the essence of Vietnam’s cultural tapestry.
Flavors of Northern Vietnam
Embark on a culinary journey through Northern Vietnam, savoring the unique flavors and regional specialties that define the local cuisine, from traditional Pho in Hanoi to the diverse dishes of the ethnic minorities.

MT05: Picturesque Vietnam Motorcyle Tour – 16 days / 15 nights

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The tour program is suitable for those who want to travel, but are not clear about the attractions, do not know how to arrange a reasonable itinerary, or simply have not found a travel companion.

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From the moment you kick-start your engine in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, the MT05: Picturesque Vietnam Motorcycle Tour unfolds like a living story. Over 16 days and 15 nights, you’ll weave through mist-shrouded valleys and climb high mountain passes that feel tailor-made for two wheels. One day, you’re tracing the Red River Delta’s gentle curves en route to Mai Châu’s stilt-house villages; the next, you’re navigating the switchbacks of Pha Đin Pass, where Black Thai farmers tend emerald rice terraces below. Along the way, every roadside stop offers a new cultural chapter—tea-plucked hillsides in Son La, H’Mong markets in Sapa’s shadow, and vibrant market days in Bac Hà where hill-tribe flags flutter in the breeze. Nights bring starlit homestays, communal dinners of steaming pho and local rice wine, and stories shared around flickering lanterns that echo the rhythms of this ancient land.

As the journey presses northeast, the landscape shifts again—towering limestone karsts appear on the Ha Giang Loop, and the fabled “Heaven’s Gate” at Quan Ba opens onto a rock-plateau panorama. You’ll crest Ma Pi Leng Pass, skirt the thunderous roar of Ban Gioc Waterfall, and explore Nguom Ngao’s hidden cave cathedrals. By day 14, you’re drifting across Ba Bể Lake in a wooden boat, embraced by Tay-people warmth; soon after, Dao-family hospitality awaits beside the shores of Thác Bà Lake. With engines humming back toward Hanoi on day 16, you’ll carry more than memories—you’ll carry the soul of Northern Vietnam, etched in mountain air, riverside markets, and the open road itself.

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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi: Welcome to Vietnam!

Welcome to Hanoi! Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by your private guide and driver, ready to whisk you away to your hotel. Hanoi is a captivating city where the charm of old Asia meets the energy of the new. Explore its unique blend of Parisian elegance and Asian vibrancy, a living museum of architecture that evolves with its history. The rest of the day is yours to explore at your leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi to Mai Chau: Motorcycle Adventure Begins (160 km, 4 hours)

Breakfast included. Dinner included.
Get ready for an exhilarating motorcycle tour to Mai Chau! Leaving the bustling Red River Delta behind, you’ll journey through picturesque landscapes dotted with traditional farming activities. Towering limestone formations and foothills inhabited by the Muong people will accompany you. We’ll conquer a stunning forested pass, descending into the hidden valley of Mai Chau. Tonight, experience the warmth of Vietnamese hospitality with a stay in a traditional Thai stilt house in a local village.

Day 3: Mai Chau to Son La: Tea Plantations and Mountain Views (185 km, 6 hours)

Breakfast included.
Today’s ride takes you on good roads with breathtaking views of distant mountains. Ascend into a forested region, home to the H’mong people, before descending into a lush tea-growing area. Follow a long valley floor, a sea of rice paddies surrounded by Black Thai villages, all the way to Son La. Explore the vibrant local market before settling in for the night at the Trade Union Hotel.

Day 4: Son La to Tuan Giao: Conquering Pha Din Pass (140 km, 4 hours)

Breakfast included.
Head northwest from Son La, traversing a series of mountain passes bustling with Black Thai activity. Witness daily life unfold as children walk to school, kids tend buffaloes, women plant rice, and men guide their buffalo. Prepare for the challenging Pha Din Pass, offering vast panoramic views from the summit. Descend the steep, sealed road to Tuan Giao for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Tuan Giao to Sin Ho: Remote Villages and Stunning Scenery (180 km, 6 hours)

Breakfast included.
Venture northwest from Tuan Giao, passing through isolated communities of Hmong and Thai people. Their small villages nestle along the banks of dark green rivers and on the steep mountain slopes. After a picnic lunch by a forest stream, begin the ascent of the high Sa Tong Pass. Enjoy the sunset from the top before descending into the deep Lai Chau valley. Overnight in Sin Ho, a small, remote town.

Day 6: Sin Ho to Sapa: Reaching the Roof of Indochina (120 km, 4 hours)

Breakfast included.
Today, we ride towards the majestic Fansipan Mountain range. For the adventurous, there’s an optional challenging back route with several river crossings. The massive mountain range dominates the landscape until we make a spectacular climb from Binh Lu to the top of Vietnam’s highest road pass, Tram Ton Pass. Cross into Lao Cai Province at over 2,000m, enjoying breathtaking views before descending into the mountainous Sa Pa valley. Overnight in Sapa.

Day 7: Sapa: Free Day to Explore the Queen of the Mountains

Breakfast included.
Enjoy a free day in Sapa, the Queen of the Mountains! This regal town overlooks a beautiful valley, surrounded by towering mountains. Explore the gateway to a world of mysterious minority cultures and stunning landscapes. Discover cascading rice terraces, often shrouded in mist, and encounter hill-tribe people who come to town to buy, sell, and trade. Relax, explore, and soak in the beauty of Sapa. Overnight in Sapa.

Day 8: Sapa to Bac Ha: Market Day Adventures (120 km, 4 hours)

Breakfast included.
Today, journey towards Bac Ha and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of a local market. These colorful meeting places are where hill tribes gather to sell their goods, exchange news, gossip, and seek companionship. Depending on the day of the week, we’ll visit one of the following markets:

  • Coc Ly – Tuesdays
  • Can Cau – Saturdays
  • Bac Ha – Sundays
  • Cao Son – Wednesdays
  • Lung Khau Nhin – Thursdays

Tonight, we stay in Bac Ha.

Day 9: Bac Ha to Ha Giang: Scenic Mountain Roads (200 km, 7 hours)

Breakfast included.
This morning, visit the lively and colorful market in Bac Ha before continuing your journey to Ha Giang via Xin Ma and Hoang Su Phi. The road is incredibly scenic, winding through numerous curves and offering stunning views. Overnight in Ha Giang.

Day 10: Ha Giang to Dong Van: Heaven's Gate and Rock Plateau (145 km, 5 hours)

Breakfast included.
Today’s ride is a highlight of the trip, taking you to one of the most remote and culturally rich regions of Vietnam. Explore the unique cultures of various ethnic groups and marvel at the imposing mountains. Visit the “Heaven Gate” in Quan Ba, the dramatic Rock Plateau, and the Vuong Palace in Dong Van. Tonight, stay in a hotel in Dong Van.

Day 11: Dong Van to Bao Lac: Dong Van Market and Ma Pi Leng Pass (100 km, 3 hours)

Breakfast included.
After breakfast, explore the old street of Dong Van. If it’s Sunday, experience the vibrant weekly market, a festival for locals to connect, trade, and socialize. Continue to Bao Lac via Meo Vac, conquering the breathtaking Ma Pi Leng Pass. Check in to a guesthouse in Bao Lac for the night.

Day 12: Bao Lac to Quang Hoa: Exploring Cao Bang Province (110km, 4 hours)

Breakfast included.
Visit the local market in Bao Lac before embarking on a trip to Quang Hoa, a remote district of Cao Bang province known for its beautiful landscapes and diverse ethnic groups. Tonight, experience the warmth of a Nung family with a stay in their homestay.

Day 13: Quang Hoa: Ban Gioc Waterfall and Nguom Ngao Cave (140 km, 5 hours)

Breakfast included.
After obtaining permission from the border police, journey through spectacular scenery to Vietnam’s most impressive waterfalls, Ban Gioc. Weather permitting, take a refreshing swim right up to the base of the 50-meter-high falls. Return to Quang Uyen and visit the fascinating Nguom Ngao cave. Enjoy a second night in Quang Uyen.

Day 14: Quang Hoa to Ba Be Lake: National Park and Tay Village (170 km, 5 hours)

Breakfast included.
Ride from Quang Uyen to Ba Be Lake & National Park, a region of stunning landscapes and unique homestay experiences. Upon arrival, enjoy free time for a boat trip (own expense) or explore the village of the Tay people. Overnight in a homestay with a Tay family.

Day 15: Ba Be Lake to Vu Linh: Thac Ba Lake and Dao Hospitality (170 km, 5 hours)

Breakfast included.
After breakfast, drive to Vu Linh village of the Dao people by Thac Ba Lake, a vast lake with diverse ecological environments. Admire the blue and clear waters reflecting the surrounding ancient forest. Tonight, stay in a homestay with a friendly Dao family, enjoying their exceptional hospitality, rice wine, and laughter.

Day 16: Vu Linh to Hanoi: Farewell Vietnam (180 km, 6 hours)

Breakfast included.
It’s time to bid farewell to the friendly family in Vu Linh as we ride back to Hanoi, concluding this unforgettable Vietnam Motorcycle Tour. Upon arrival in Hanoi, check in to your hotel and enjoy free time at leisure. We hope you enjoyed your Vietnam Motorcycle Tours and look forward to welcoming you on future adventures!

ABOUT Le Toan Travel
Le Toan Travel is a local, trustworthy and professional Vietnam tour operator, offering a wide range of Vietnam and Indochina tour packages to the most exciting destinations at most competitive price. Our Business License Number is 0104000493 and our International Tour Operator License Number is 01 – 258. We are very pleased to be a member of Vietnam Administration of Tourism with financial guarantee – a deposit of 1.000,000,000 million Vietnam Dong (US$ 50,000) in a bank of Vietnam. Besides that, we are also official members of VISTA (Vietnam Society of Travel Agents), PATA (Pacific Asia Travel Association) and higky recommended on Tripadvisor.
Are you planning your Vietnam motorcycle tour, but not sure how to arrange the trip? Getting lost in many tour options? Being sick of searching…? Just leave your troubles behind to read our Vietnam travel guide and send us your requests. Your private travel consultant at Le Toan Travel will help you design a perfectly suggested tour itinerary and quote which are tailor made to suit your wishes and budget.

* How to plan my Vietnam tour with you?
1. Send us an inquiry by submitting one of our online tour inquiry forms (Click). Tell us as much information as possible. For examples;
– Please tell us how many people will be traveling with you?
– Please tell us your preferred hotels, level of hotel (3, 4 or 5 stars), type of hotel, type of room…
– Please tell us your type of travel, length of travel and activities that you are interested in. For example; Family with kids, Couple’s vacation, Honeymoon, Friends, Shopping, Sightseeing, Leisure and Relaxing, Cuisine & Cooking, Kayaking, Caves & Grottoes, Fishing, Swimming, Hiking, Minority, Adventure & Discovery…
– Please tell us where and what you want to visit. If you do not know much about Vietnam and Indochina, just give us your travel plan and ideas and we will create a suggested tour for you.
– Most of our tour guides are English speaking tour guides, but if you want another language like French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese… we can always arrange. Please tell us what you do you expect from your guides, for example; you want a guide with sense of humor? Good knowledge in history & culture? Male/Female guide? Talkative/untalkative? Young/Old guide?
– Please advise if you want breakfast included only or also lunch and dinner. Please let us know if you are a vegetarian, the food you can eat or can’t? If you want local food in local restaurants or western food in tourist restaurant…? Actually, you do not have to send us all information, but the more we know, the better we plan your holiday.
2. After having received your inquiry, one of our professional Vietnam travel consultants will email and give you a proposal.
3. If you accept the proposal (you may modify it till you are satisfied with it), we will calculate the tour cost and send you the tour price. If you accept it, please confirm that you would like to book it.
* How Travel Experts at Le Toan Travel Service you?
“Highest Standards of Quality and Honesty” is the core value of each specialized team at Le Toan Travel.
Everyone in our company is working hard for only one goal, which is to ensure the highest level of service, luxury, and attention to detail from the minute you begin planning your trip, to the day you return home.

1-on-1 Travel Consultant
After sending us an inquiry, one of our travel consultants will get back to you within 0.5~23.5 hrs. In the next few days, he/she will be working closely with you to formulate a customized tour plan, as well as providing professional suggestions based on your travel interests, time, and budget.
Beside, he/she will keep in contact with you during your entire tour in Vietnam and Indochina, continually checking if everything is going well as planned.
* How to proceed to book Vietnam and Indochina tour with you?
When you decide to book your Vietnam and Indochina holiday with us, please send us your full names (name on passport) for hotel and domestic flight reservations, and your international flight details in and out Vietnam/Indochina for airport transfers / pick up & see off.
* How to pay the deposit and the balance?
Deposit: When the booking is completely confirmed, we will send you confirmation details including confirmed itinerary, invoice, voucher then deposit request of about 30% of the total tour cost (can be less). You can pay by credit cards (via onepay gateway, pay online), make wire transfer, western union. The deposit is used to pay the flight tickets, hotels, train tickets in advance.
Balance: You can pay the rest 2 weeks before your arrival, or you can pay us on your arrival in Vietnam by credit cards, cash (AUD, USD, EUROS, VND…)
* How to enjoy the tour?
Our job is to make your holiday a memorable experience. To make sure you will have a great time, there are something that we should share;
When you request the tour: Please let us know your personal interests so our travel consultants will design and include in the itinerary, or take notes for the hotels, tour guide, restaurants…
Before you come: One week before your arrival. we always send our clients an email to update about the weather and climate, booking status, and remind you to prepare/check the documents, visa…for the holiday.
When on tour: The tour is fixed, but you can always discuss with us if you want to make it more flexible. For example, you want to make some changes in the itinerary, restaurant (meals), tour guide… please just let us know, we will do the best for you.
Tour guide: Please let us know what do you expect from your tour guides and we will arrange the right ones for you.

* Can you buy the international flight tickets for us?
Yes, we do. However, we advise you to buy the flight tickets in and out Vietnam from your end as it is always cheaper than if booked in here.
* Do you offer any discounts?
Yes, we offer discounts for;
– Family with kids and children < 12 years old – Disable people – Old people (> 65 years old)
– Second trip with us
– Big group
* How can I pay you the money?
1) Credit card; (secure online payment gateway via Onepay)
ONEPAY – ONLINE PAYMENT GATEWAY (VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX & JCB ACCEPTED)
Like PayPal, OnePAY is a payment gateway but specialized in Vietnam where the PayPal has not yet reached. This is a perfect and the first payment processor which gains reputation among clients about its efficiency and timely friendly support.
OnePAY in cooperation with biggest bank in Vietnam – Vietcombank which has been implemented this service among many tour operators in Vietnam.
OnePAY is approved by MasterCard for this payment collection on the behalf of us. OnePAY uses SSL Verisign® over internet transaction under 3D-Secure program by respective creditcard companies so you are free from worries your card information disclosed. OnePAY payment portal also meets standards of international financial system such as PCI DSS of PCI Security Standards Council, 3D-Secure of Visa, MasterCard and JCB.
2) Wire transfer (bank transfer)
3) Cash
4) Western union
5) Combination

* Is there any charge if i change my travel plan such as travel dates, tour itinerary, hotels,…?
We are happy to work on your requests, and will not charge you any money. However, if it is too urgent and the date is too close, the hotels or airlines may chare you some money, in this case we will let you know.
* What is the latest time that I can make my reservation?
We suggest you make reservations at least one month before the departure date. If you decide to travel to Vietnam in May, September or October which is peak season, we recommend you make the reservations two months (at least one) before your departure date. Late reservations can not be guaranteed for the availability of domestic flights, hotel rooms, etc.
However, we DO accept late reservations, things are possible at Le Toan Travel.

* What about Cancellation policy?
In case of cancellation, we will not impose any charges if we are not being charged and possible to get refund from our suppliers but if our suppliers apply charges for cancellation, you will have to pay those charges that apply. Cancellation policies vary, depending upon the type of service, the time of year, and the reason for cancellation. We will pass on to you all details of any cancellation policy with our transparent reply upon demand.
General cancellation charges that applied by travel services in Vietnam and Indochina.
– Domestic flights: 25% of the fares
– 3 star hotels, no charge if you cancel 5 -7 days before your arrival. (FIT)
– 4 star hotels, no charge if you cancel 10 – 15 days before your arrival (FIT)
– 5 stars hotels, no charge if you cancel 15 – 20 days before your arrival (FIT)
However, in peak season, we may have to pay the hotels one month before your arrival to secure the booking, and in this case, the cancellation policy will be based on the hotels’ cancellation plolicies.
* Can we get refund?
For the unused services, Le Toan Travel will refund you the money.
* How do I get a visa?
Vietnam Visa – For those who would like to avoid the perhaps lengthening visa procedures with their local Vietnam’s Embassies, the service of Vietnam Visa On Arrival is available for help. It is legitimated and supported by the Vietnamese Immigration Department. We recommend that you choose visa upon arrival, as picking up visa at the Vietnam int’l airport/border is quite simple, easy, no additional charges and no fail.
Steps to obtain Visa on arrival
a) Please provide the following information for us to apply for your visa.
1) Full name on passport
2) Passport number
3) Date of birth
4) Nationality
5) Date of arrival
6) Date of issue
7) Date of expire
8) Please make sure that your passport is still valid for 6 months
You can apply Vietnam visa online through our www.vietnamvisaprovider.com.
b) How long does it take?
It will take 2-3 days (Normal process), 01 day (Urgent process) to get the “Visa Approval Letter” which we will send you via mail. What you need is to print it out and take it along to get the stamp at airports/borders
c) Get the stamp
Upon arrival, you will need to fill in a certain form with your personal information, get the stamp and visa will be done. For this process, you will need to prepare 02 photos (4*6) and $25 USD each in cash which is stamping fee.
* Do our tour guides and drivers have meals with us?
The guide and the driver in each destination will dine at the same restaurant as yours. But, they will not join you unless you invite them.

* Where can I exchange our money into Vietnam currency?
We advise you to stop in any of a Vietnamese bank during the tour (Our tour guides will take you to the bank), you can also exchange money at your hotel, but the exchange rate is not really good.
* Can I use credit cards in Vietnam?
Major credit cards such as Master Card, Visa, Diner’s Card, American Express and JCB can be used to purchase goods in large shopping malls and stores in the big and medium cities, to pay for hotel rooms and for meals in some of the fancier restaurants, and to buy plane tickets with them.
Note: If you are to travel to those small cities or even remote rural areas, only cash in Dong can be used.
* Do I need to bring my medical record with me?
Yes, we suggest you take your medical record with you in case that you need it in the event of an emergency, and please also take with you your doctor’s name, address and phone number, emergency contact name and phone number, and your insurance company’s name, address and phone number.
* When I finish my tour in Vietnam, if I still have some local money, what can I do?
Upon leaving Vietnam, if you still have some local money, you can change them back to foreign currency with your passport and the exchange memos given by the banks or money exchange counters. So please keep those exchange memos well whenever you change money.
* Tipping
Tipping is not compulsory, but expected by your tour guide and driver.  We advise you to tip as below:
– US$10 – $15 per day for tour guide
– US$7 – US$10 per day for driver
Note:
– Tipping can be more or less or nothing that depends on how big is the group? And how do you enjoy our services?
– Other tipping for tuktuk, sampan boat, cyclo,… please check with your tour guide during the tour.

* Shopping
Le Toan Travel guarantees “no shopping tour”, which means we protect you from the tourist shopping centers or traps. However, if you want to buy something, our travel consultants, tour guides will give you suggestions, advices and help you buy to avoid being overcharged.
Bargaining is a “Must” when buying something in Vietnam and Indochina.

MT05: Picturesque Vietnam Motorcyle Tour – 16 days / 15 nights

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