Off-road Sapa Motorbike Tour to Northeast Vietnam – 8 days

The 8-day off-road Sapa motorbike tour to the Northeast starts with a trip by train from Hanoi to Lao Cai, about 70 km from Bac Ha. Riding the motorbike to Bac Ha, you will have a chance to have some stops for sightseeing and hunting for stunning photos. Each season, you will have to conquer different winding off-road paths to explore buckwheat, karst plateau, and the land of ancient tea. 

Apart from the Bac Ha market, there are many other tourist attractions you cannot miss along the road, such as the Hoang A Tuong building, Ban Pho village, and Tien cave. When getting to Bac Ha, you will live in a homestay, giving you more exciting daily life experiences. You will have intimate meals with the local people who certainly will invite you to taste some regional specialties like sticky rice or wine.  

Summary:

Distance: 190 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Homestay

The second day of the 8-day off-road Sapa motorbike tour to the northeast will bring you memorable experiences on the way from Bac Ha to Ha Giang. There are two route options for you to choose from. The first one includes a few spectacular landscapes, but it is suitable for those who desire a smooth ride. You will ride your motorbike to Tuyen Quang through National Highway 2 before reaching Ha Giang. On the other hand, the second route will lead you through the rough road of Xin Man, which stands out by the wild scenery of Wind Pass. 

The fascinating scenery you should experience on the trip to Ha Giang is Hoang Su Phi in Phung village. The best time to visit the terraced fields here is the water-pouring season (in May) or harvest season (in September). Coming to Hoang Su Phi, you can immerse yourself in fresh air while enjoying the landscape of mountains and forests. Besides, it would be best if you spent time discovering the villages of Nam Hong, Giang Thuong, Phin Ho, and Lang Giang, all of which bring distinctive cultures to this land.

Summary:

Distance: 200 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

The journey to gain awesome experiences of Ha Giang province continues with a bumpy ride through off-road paths to get to Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark, which features magnificent mountain landscapes and is recognized as a global geopark by UNESCO. Along the way, you can stop at some destinations for sightseeing and capturing photos. It will take 3 or 4 hours to travel from Ha Giang city to Dong Van by motorbike. You will take the road along the National Highway 4C before turning to Quan Ba (Tam Son town). Then, you continue to ride to Yen Minh town and Meo Vac. After crossing a distance of 150 km, you will reach the main destination of the third-day route: Dong Van. Dong Van is regarded as one of the must-experience beauty spots on the trip to Ha Giang. The seductive charm of this plateau comes from the beauty of mountains, hills, and valleys. Delicious food and distinctive cultures also make a strong impression on any visitor. 

Summary:

Distance: 160 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

After enjoying moments in the Dong Van plateau, you move a distance of 22 km to Lung Cu, which is surrounded by majestic mountains. Before taking the road to Meo Vac, you will ride through Ma Phi Leng Pass, where you can see the plateau with scattered houses. On the way, you also go through the road overlooking the Nho Que river. It is called Happiness Road.

A ride through scattered rocks and towering mountains will give you unforgettable experiences. If you desire to conquer stretches of road, this trip will excite you. During the excursion, you also have a chance to learn more about the unique cultures and daily activities of the ethnic people in a harsh environment. The last destination on the fourth day is Bao Lac. To reach this tourist site, you will go along National Highway 4B, cross Ly Bon bridge, and follow National Highway 34 before turning to the low pass. 

Summary:

Distance: 80 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

After leaving Bao Lac, you get on your motorbike for a 130-km journey to Cao Bang. You won’t have any difficulties passing the first road of 30 km and the last stretch of 40 km while taking a bumpy ride on the rest of the road. For motorbike riders, it will be a great challenge to conquer Me Pia Pass, the most dangerous pass in the Northeast region.

Your motorbike will run through Tinh Tuc town, about 70 km from Bao Lac. This area is covered with a quiet and peaceful space with some closed houses and a few shops. After that, you go a distance of 10 km from Tinh Tuc town and Nguyen Binh, from which you ride through smooth roads to reach Cao Bang.  

Summary:

Distance: 130 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

After leaving Bao Lac, you get on your motorbike for a 130-km journey to Cao Bang. You won’t have any difficulties passing the first road of 30 km and the last stretch of 40 km while taking a bumpy ride on the rest of the road. For motorbike riders, it will be a great challenge to conquer Me Pia Pass, the most dangerous pass in the Northeast region.

Your motorbike will run through Tinh Tuc town, about 70 km from Bao Lac. This area is covered with a quiet and peaceful space with some closed houses and a few shops. After that, you go a distance of 10 km from Tinh Tuc town and Nguyen Binh, from which you ride through smooth roads to reach Cao Bang.  

Summary:

Distance: 140 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Homestay

After having breakfast, you move a distance of 25 km from Trung Khanh to Quang Uyen town, then turn to the Quang Uyen market to enjoy the noodles with a roasted duck that features greasy meat and rich sauce. Following the detailed itinerary to Lang Son city, you first cross Phuc Hoa Pass through Route No.3, which allows you to experience a smooth road surrounded by sugarcane fields. Then, you follow Route 208 to reach Dong Khe town before returning to Route 4A. You go through That Khe, Na Sam, and Dong Dang. After getting to Dong Dang, you ride your motorcycle through Route 1A before arriving in Lang Son.

Traveling in Lang Son, you keep riding to Tam Thanh pagoda, located in a cave. Once entering the cave, you will realize a spiritual and mysterious world covering the whole space. After leaving the cave, you turn left to reach Vong Thi, from which you can see the Mac house.  

Summary:

Distance: 140 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

Spend your last day enjoying the journey to explore Northeast Vietnam before returning to Hanoi. On the road from Lang Son to Hanoi, you will have a stop in Bac Ninh, famous for beauty spots and traditional singing. If you come here right in the festival season, you can participate in the fair, go to the pagoda, and listen to Quan Ho folk songs. After taking delight in exploring Bac Binh, you end the 8-day off-road Sapa motorbike tour to the Northeast with the motorbike trip back to Hanoi.

Summary:

Distance: 160 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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