Today's first destination is Lao Cai city, but instead of riding a motorbike, we will get there by train. The night before the first day of the trip, you move to Hanoi Railway Station, send your motorbike on the train, and take the Hanoi - Lao Cai railway to catch up with Lao Cai early in the morning. Because our tour covers mainly of bumpy mountain roads, a small note here is that you should choose a strong motorbike line like Honda XR150L or Honda CRF250cc.
Once you come to Lao Cai, Sapa and Bac Ha market are the two most beautiful and famous places that you should not miss. Sapa is well-known for its landscapes of verdant rice fields, rolling hills, majestic mountains, and the trails in the overgrown valley. Meanwhile, the Bac Ha market is one of the largest and most vibrant markets in the highlands where you can find traditional clothes and local products of ethnic minorities.
After getting off the train, we will check into a homestay and enjoy breakfast in Lao Cai city. Then, we officially start our motorbike tour by conquering the winding roads to Sapa town. Immerse yourself in the cool weather, majestic mountain scenery, and have a delicious lunch in this town before heading back to Lao Cai city. From here, we cross Coc Leu Bridge and follow Road NH70 to Bac Ngam intersection, then turn left to Bac Ha. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at a hotel in Bac Ha to regain energy.
Summary:
Distance: 190 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
