For those travelers who love traveling to Vietnam on their personal vehicles, a Vietnam caravan tour is such a popular type of travel. Aside from spectacular roads crossing Vietnam, the route through Laos – Cambodia – Thailand – Myanmar lately has become a new trend for this kind of travel.
The word caravan is derived from “Karwan” (in the Kurdish language) meaning “group of desert travelers”. Then comes the word caravanserai or karwansiray which means a large inn enclosing a courtyard providing accommodation for caravans and caravansara – an inn surrounding a court in eastern countries where caravans rest at night. And nowadays, “caravan” is used to describe a group of travelers journeying together by car or on a motorbike. They often go with 2 or more vehicles, running on roads through many regions, countries to visit the stunning landscapes, historic – cultural sites. Caravan tours are more and more popular with a bigger meaning. It’s the journeys of friendship, the passion for discovery, especially the connection with no boundaries, distances, social status. They all are just Caravan spirits.
It is the freedom and comfortableness in moving and living activities during the whole trip that connect the community to enrich life experience. That’s why caravan tours have developed quite strongly around the world, especially in developed countries. The trend has gradually spread to Southeast Asian countries, especially Vietnam.
Vietnam is one of the top destinations among Southeast Asian countries and getting attention for its beauty and distinctiveness of nature, cultures, and people. As a tourism magnet for backpackers, especially those who love to enjoy their adventures on a motorbike – “motopackers”, crossing into Vietnam from other countries with personal bikes is growing incredibly fast irrespective of its price and rather tough conditions.
In recent years, crossing into Vietnam from other countries with the personal bike (Vietnam caravan tour) is legally possible as the Vietnamese laws have been loosening to welcome more international tourists. However, it's still difficult especially for novice travelers and impossible for those who don't work through an international travel agency. In this article, BM Travel Adventure will give you detailed information about conditions & procedures for foreign motorbikes to cross the border and join traffic in Vietnam. Let's scroll down!
During a Vietnam caravan tour, you are free to stop or go anywhere you want and plan your own travel itinerary. On the way, you will also have time to travel, discover, take photos of beautiful sceneries of this beautiful S-shaped country, and join any festivals you meet.
You and your beloved family can visit and uncover the new roads together as well as learn more about the distinctive cultures of Vietnam. It’s sure to be a memorial trip to anyone in your family for years to come.
Driving your car/ motorbike abroad is such an unforgettable to any tourist. If you are in Thailand, drive in the left lane. But when you are in Vietnam, run your set of wheels in the right.
Safety is the most important for each trip. And for a Vietnam caravan tour, it’s the top priority for each group of passengers. Depending on the number of vehicles, we can arrange as follows: 2 to 4 well-experienced tour guides who know all about the terrain and region, which vehicle goes first or last, along with equipment for each caravan to easily contact each other during the tour.
Taking a Vietnam caravan tour gives bikers and drivers a chance to challenge their riding and driving skills. It’s when they carry themselves crossing the amazing routes that they have never been through. And get exciting when driving legally at the speed of 100km while enjoying the unspoiled beauty along the coastal line of southwest Cambodia or passing the winding Ba Den Pass. Every when escaping from the tough sections or at the end of the trails stop for a break and a photoshoot at an ideal and idyllic spot for viewing the beauty of nature, breathing fresh air, and relaxing.
There will be no more worries about getting tired while driving thanks to the tour guides who can help roll the steering wheel if the tourists need some time to rest.
Fruit lovers in the world are into tropical fruits (mango, jackfruit, durian, mangosteen, longan, guava, tamarind, etc.) from Vietnam not only because of its typical aromatic flavor but also its hygienic quality. There are many other exotic foods waiting for you to try.
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The procedures to enter Vietnam will be easier than ever. Please check out 5 conditions for foreign vehicles to join traffic in Vietnam below.
Following are 5 conditions for foreigners to cross into Vietnam with their personal motorbikes under the new Decree stipulated by the Vietnamese Ministry of Transport:
Taking a Vietnam caravan tour, foreigners are required to work through an international travel agency in Vietnam with detailed entry and exit times, number of vehicles, number of people, places of entry, exit, range, and the route. According to the Decree of the Ministry of Transport, when participating in traffic, foreigners need to comply with the provisions of the law on road traffic of Vietnam. In particular, foreigners must strictly follow the scope and route according to the approval letter of the Ministry of Transport, traveling in groups under the guidance of the Vietnamese international travel agency that you are working through.
The approval letter of the Ministry of Transport
This travel agency will be responsible for arranging driving vehicles, providing guidance on the law on road traffic order and safety for passengers when participating in traffic, traffic safety and security and implementing law provisions in organizing the international motorbike delegation to join the traffic in Vietnam, reporting to the Ministry of Transport on the results of the implementation after the tour ends.
To cross the border to Vietnam with your bike, you must obtain a Vietnamese entry and exit permit from the Department of Transportation at least 15 days ahead of time, and at least 1 month ahead of time for crossing the border to Vietnam with your car.
No.
Vietnam's border gate
Border gate of the neighboring country
Province
To the country
01
Mong Cai
Dongxing
Quang Ninh
China
02
Huu Nghi
Pingxiang
Lang Son
03
Ta Lung
Thuy Khau
Cao Bang
04
Thanh Thuy
Thien Bao
Ha Giang
05
Lao Cai
Hekou
06
Tay Trang
Sop Hun
(Sop Hao)
Dien Bien
Laos
07
Chieng Khuong
Nabe
Son La
08
Na Meo
Namsoi
Thanh Hoa
09
Muong Chanh
Ban Top Milling
10
Nam Can
Namkan
Nghe An
11
Cau Treo
Namphao
Ha Tinh
12
Cha Lo
Naphao
Quang Binh
13
Lao Bao
Den Savanh
Quang Tri
14
La Lay
Lalay
15
Bo Y
Phou Keua
Kon Tum
16
Ganh Da
Xneng Chau La
Dak Lak
Cambodia
17
Le Thanh
O'Yadaw
Gia Lai
18
Hoa Lu
Trapeang Srer
Binh Phuoc
19
Xa Mat
Trapeang Phlong
Xining
20
Moc Bai
Bavet
21
Dinh Ba
Banteay Chakrey
Dong Thap
22
Thuong Phuoc
Kaoh Roka
23
Pho Bang
Kaam Samnor
An Giang (Song Tien)
24
Tinh Bien
Phnom Den
An Giang
25
Ha Tien
Prek Chăk
Kien Giang
26
Binh Hiep
Prey Voir
Long An
It’s not easy to operate a caravan tour for a journey of a hundred or even a thousand kilometers. You have to create an itinerary, book restaurants and hotels, purchase tools and devices such as walkie-talkies, car repair and maintenance tools, and so on. That’s why a professional, well-experienced caravan tour operator is the top choice for any visitor.
BM Travel Adventure Motorbike Tours is the leading and most reliable international travel agency in Vietnam specialized in organizing Vietnam caravan tours. We have experience in handling documents, bringing hundreds of international motorbike delegations to Vietnam, and giving them the best tour experience in our country. Whether you are living in Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, Thailand, Philippines or elsewhere around the world, you desire to have a scenic Vietnam caravan tour on your beloved motorbike to discover breathtakingly beautiful roads, majestic and unspoiled nature in Vietnam, we're here to make your dream come true. Our responsibility is to bring you the most memorable motorbike tour in Vietnam that you will ever want to return, always.
We, BM Travel Adventure is one of the pioneers in holding professional Vietnam caravan tours. Quality is always our first-rate objective, followed by reasonable prices. We design our caravan tours to take customers to majestic spectacles, giving them a chance to conquer challenges, promote team spirit, enrich knowledge, and increase productivities. In the meantime, they can get a cultural exchange, learning more about the lifestyle of the locals living in such new lands. These are the things that a normal tour can’t bring when visitors don’t have time to deeply feel the joy of self-driving across the sensational routes or mountain roads with a fantastic natural setting on the sides.
If you have your own caravan or you want to take a caravan tour, BM Travel Adventure will never let you down. More than just a professional tour operator, we ensure to provide high-quality caravan during your whole journey. Come to us, you will know how attractive a caravan tour is.
Customers need to prepare the necessary documents to apply for permission at least 15 days before departure:
BM Travel Adventure will submit a written request for permission to the Ministry of Transport. After 7 - 10 working days, the MOT will send an approval letter with detailed entry and exit times, number of vehicles, number of people, places of entry, exit, range, route, and BM Travel Adventure's responsibility.
Procedure Fee
As we mentioned, one of the prerequisites for you to drive your personal vehicle to Vietnam is that you need to work through a Vietnam International Travel Agency with a detailed itinerary, tour guide, hotel bookings, and more. Therefore, choosing a guided motorcycle tour of a travel agency will be the best & compulsory choice as no self-guided tours for crossing to Vietnam with your bike available in Vietnam!
BM Travel Adventure is the leading and high-class Vietnam motorcycle tours operator in Vietnam. We provide tailor-made guided motorcycle tours for novice to experienced riders. At BM Travel Adventure we are proud that our facilities, motorbikes rental, riding gear, Motorbike routes, safety record, our guides, and mechanics are second to none.
Our guided motorcycle tours ranging from 1 to 21 days stay away from the hustling and bustling life of the city and spend each night in 3-star hotels, resorts, luxurious private cruise (Halong Bay), stilt houses, homestay, bungalows to immerse yourself in nature. Our professional English-speaking guides and mechanics on every single trip are very knowledgeable of these areas and we have an abundance of skills in handling situations on tours. (We have Spanish-speaking tour guides at hand per your needs, too).
Our motorcycle tours are 20-80% off-road or Super Enduro that can be customized to suit your group size, all levels of riding, and virtually any duration you choose. Our tours are available for individuals or groups in single or multiple days with the starting point from the BM Travel Adventure's office. Located right in the center of Hanoi city, BM Travel Adventure looks forward to welcoming you to a lush perfectly tailor-made enduro trail tour that you will want to savor for a lifetime. The guided Vietnam motorcycle tours are our specialty and we 100% guarantee you an awesome, unsurpassed riding adventure!
BM Travel Adventure is Vietnam's leading motorbike tour operator that obtained a Business Registration Certificate. Just ask us for a tax invoice if you are in need, and 10% of the total tour price will be added thereby.
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A guided Vietnam motorcycle tour includes:
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Apart from motorbikes, we believe that traveling by 4x4 vehicles is also the best way to discover the most sought-after destinations in Vietnam and gain the best off-road driving experiences. Traveling on 4 wheels offers flexibility, safety, comfort regardless of the weather and time.
Important Notes:
These prices are based on twin – share or triple – share accommodation. For a single occupation, an extra charge of 20USD/night shall be applied.
These prices can be changed (15 – 30 % lower or higher) according to the type of each tour that we will customize for you. If customers take the Ho Chi Minh Trail drive, the National road drive, or the Cross-border tour to Laos, an extra charge of 25USD/day/car shall be applied.
The prices listed above are applied for tours using the standard 4×4 Pickup Truck year model from 2014 as Chevrolet Colorado, Ford Ranger, Mazda BT50, Mitsubishi Triton, Toyota Hilux, Isuzu Dmax.
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