Ho Chi Minh Trail Motorcycle Tour from Hanoi to Hoi An – 11 days

Depart from Hanoi to Phu Yen and stop in Son Tay. On November 20 and 21, 1970, the U.S. Navy Carrier Task Force 77 supported the U.S. Army Special Forces and USAF Special Operations and rescue personnel making an audacious attack to the Son Tay prison camp. The purpose of the attack was to rescue about captive 100 U.S.

The U.S. Navy pilots pretended to attack, meanwhile, 116 USAF and Navy aircraft from 7 airbases and 3 aircraft carriers flew and refueled, fighter cover, close air support, surface-to-air missile suppression, and reconnaissance missions. Currently, it’s considered the best for a Vietnam motorbike tour on the trail. Proceed to Phu Yen on the winding path through the mountain after lunch. On the way, you will see one of the most majestic mountainous scenes in Northwest Vietnam. Stay overnight in a mini-hotel in Phu Yen Town.

Distance: 165 km

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Phu Yen, we’ll head to Mai Chau – a rural district of Hoa Binh Province, which towering cliffs, unique culture and laid-back atmosphere that attract visitors keen to experience the land and lifestyle of Northwest Vietnam. The rice fields, locals, and mountainous backdrops are the most potent draw of Mai Chau to drive the beauty of Northwest Vietnam home to travelers.

We will get to Mai Chau on small roads, ride through less-visited villages of the H’Mong, Dao, and Thai. Try out your riding abilities by getting on an old road built by the French Army. In the afternoon, take the time to explore villages nearby. It is sure another comfortable day among 11 days in Vietnam Motorbike Tour. Spend a night in a stilt house of Thai ethnicity in Mai Chau.

Distance: Distance: 145 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The destination of the 3^rd day is 228 km away from Hanoi, a rural district in Nghe An Province called Tan Ky. It’s also the name of the district capital which was put on the list of the Western Nghe An Biosphere Reserve. Mother Nature favors the district with scenic and unique views, mighty waterfalls. Tan Ky is not only the land pertaining to the long-time history and charming sceneries but also rich in culture, customs, and traditional craft villages.

Roll into a small, paved trail along the Ma River then stop for lunch in Cam Thuy Town. The town is the convergence of quintessence and a combination of two resources of cultural and natural tourism. Next, make tracks for Tan Ky on a newly built highway, a section of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Take some rest and sleep in a hotel.

Distance: 291 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Say goodbye to Tan Ky, we will head to Pho Chau. Here, spending time on visiting the real starting point of the Ho Chi Minh Trail, a victory monument. Continue traveling on the back of a motorbike, we will reach Phong Nha – Ke Bang, a national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Quang Binh Province, north-central Vietnam. The landscape is known for the magnificent caves and the incredible geology, geomorphology and diverse ecosystem comprising 2400 species of plants.

In which, Phong Nha cave has the most beautiful underground river, the most splendid underground lake, the most marvelous underground rock formations, the most majestic stalactites, and the largest cave entrance.

Distance: Distance: 280 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Take a cruise on a boat to uncover the World Heritage Site of Phong Nha where was a shelter for the local civilians to avoid bombing during wartime. Roam along with Dong Hoi’s coastal town where was badly shelled by the US warships during Vietnam War. Dong Hoi, the capital city of Quang Binh Province, is a pleasant seaside city that owns the beauty of 12km coastline of white sand and clear crystal blue beaches. The land is rich in culture and history along with a great mixture of local foods.

Different from other days of this journey, on this 5^th day, a beachfront hotel will be our accommodation. Go to the beach to sunbathe and swim if you like. Enjoy the serene life here in your own way.

Distance: Distance: 60 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Make our way to the south through foothills where the former DMZ situated in the past and was sprayed a large amount of Agent Orange. Get into Vinh Moc tunnel, cross the well-known Hien Luong Bridge (the former line of demarcation separated North and South Vietnam) then reach Truong Son Cemetery and the final destination is Khe Sanh. The place formerly was the base of the U.S. Marine. It’s a valley surrounded entirely by rolling mountains and forest in Huong Hoa District, about 23 km south of the aforementioned DMZ. Spend a night in Khe Sanh.

Distance: Distance: 200 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Keep going on the journey by crossing over Da Krong Bridge then arrive in A Shau valley. The valley was a key infiltration route for North Vietnamese forces during the Vietnam War. It is a flat bottomland in 1.5 km wide covered with tall elephant grass, fringed with densely forested mountain ridges. Thereafter, cross over Hamburger Hill and mountains left to stunted by the prolonged effects of Agent Orange. Stop at A Luoi, home to Bru Van hill people. It is located west in the high mountainous area of A Shau Valley.

Subsequently, aim to Hue City after going through the greenback countryside down the steep Me Oi Pass. Hue was once the capital of Vietnam, this gorgeous city spreads along the banks of poetic Perfume River. Sleepover in Hue.

Distance: Distance: 180 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Bid a farewell the ancient capital, we will set out foot on graceful, historic Hoi An. It’s the most atmospheric and delightful town in Vietnam. The town once was the most important trading port in the South China Sea. Its riverside setting is beguiling carrying the grand architecture that beseems its heritage. Now in this century, the long line of traffic jams and pollution are almost absent in this lovely town.

We’re off to the Forbidden Citadel in the morning, take the National Highway 1 and conquer the Cloudy Pass. Once arriving in the World Heritage Site of Hoi An, you will be infatuated with its tranquility, slow pace of life, and friendliness shown by the locals. Spend a night here to get a feel for the area.

Distance: Distance: 145 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

To get to know Hoi An well, you have a whole morning for it. Go sea-swimming at Cua Dai Beach at noon, 6km away from Hoi An Town. UNESCO recognized the ancient town as a World Heritage Site in 1999, which is a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asia trading port for 4 centuries. That’s why most buildings here bear an intriguing combination of local and foreign features.

Though Hoi An is just a small city, it has long drawn in tourists, backpackers looking for a great laid-back getaway and its untamed beaches. Therefore, each corner or street in Hoi An is a photogenic background for your Instagram feed.

Distance: 170km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Quy Nhon, the capital of Binh Dinh Province, is a large and prosperous coastal city that boasts a breathtaking beach-blessed shoreline and grand boulevards. The city’s seaside is an appeal and tidy resulting in litter-free streets. It abounds hidden caves and deserted beaches, Hindu temples. Compared to other coastal areas in Vietnam, Quy Nhon upholds an air of enigma and immaculateness, poetic grace.

Once again during our excursion, join the National Highway 1 down the stunning shoreline to behold the sleeping beauty with your own two eyes. It’s hard not be caught breathless by bizarre but thrilling shapes of the islands’ formation.

Distance: 280 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Nha Trang, the coastal city and capital of Khanh Hoa Province, offers a 6km stretch of wonderful coastline with white sandy beaches, clear waters. It teems with marine life and thriving reefs, lush mountain ranges, and 19 isolated islets. There are amazing architectures that date back to the Champa Kingdom, Buddhist temples, and gothic –style churches. Besides, the coastal town is bestowed with natural hot springs, salt fields, and singular waterfalls. After lunchtime, pack it up and we will leave Nha Trang. The whole crew takes a flight back to Hanoi. End of the most memorable trip.

Distance: 200 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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