Vietnam Laos Border Crossing Motorbike Tour - 10 days

Mai Chau is located in Hoa Binh, which is about 150 kilometers towards the West of Hanoi. Normally, it takes around 4 hours to travel by bike from Vietnam’s capital to this destination. Speaking of popularity, Mai Chau cannot stay at the same level as its neighbor, Moc Chau Plateau. Despite that, its hidden beauty is an intriguing thing that interests a large number of motorcyclists, not only come for the first time but also come back more several times. 

In terms of the roads, it is not difficult to ride the motorcycle on Mai Chau paths. In reality, the Government spends a certain amount of budget on these roads to support tourism service development here. However, it does not mean that you can be careless while riding there even though you are an amateur rider or professional one. After a long riding day, our team will stay in a traditional house of Thai ethnic, stilt-house. Do not forget to sleep well and get ready for crossing the border, come to beautiful Laos. 

Summary:

Distance: 170 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Homestay

On the morning of the second day in our 10-day tour, from Mai Chau, Hoa Binh, our team continues to move to Thanh Hoa province by riding on the path stretching along Ma River until Nameo Town. There, let’s go straight to Laos! 

Coming to Laos- Vietnam border areas, you will feel close to nature more than any time because of the lush tropical forests and magnificent mountains. Most of the borders between Vietnam and Laos go through the top of the mountains or mountain slopes; or in the middle of jungles. This leads to a more challenging trip for everyone.

After passing the border, the team arrives in Sam Nua. You can pay a visit to the ancient temple, where local people and tourists often come to get a lucky charm. Speaking of food, do not forget to taste a wide range of street food in the border province. 

Summary:

Distance: 227 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse

On the third day of the long journey from Vietnam to Laos, we will reach Xieng Khoang. On the way, we can see plenty of gorgeous hills and mountains. Besides that, the deep valleys and villages of H’mong people are the highlights of the third day of the road trip. Stay healthy because you have to ride for about 208 kilometers. However, hard things pay off; the landscapes on this road are incredible and worthy. Our team will have dinner, spend the night time in a hotel in Xieng Khoang and take a good sleep for a coming great day.

Summary:

Distance: 208 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

Let’s start our 4th day with a great deal of energy. On this day, 336 kilometers will wait for you, you will be more tired after several days of the road trip. It takes a great effort of real adventurous travelers. It is also the special nature of our tour; experience and sense! Before spending a free day discovering Luang Prabang, we will rest at the hotel after such a long riding day. The next day is expected as a wonderful option for tourists to blow off steam since they have chances to take a stroll slowly around the Luang Prabang city.

Summary:

Distance: 336 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

When the fifth day of the tour comes, we can leave the stunning roads to enjoy a bit of easy life. So what is the special thing here? Luang Prabang is a must-visit place for anyone who travels to Laos. It is honored as UNESCO Heritage site with old French colonial buildings, excellent monasteries and the romantic Mekong River. Because of the special location, surrounded by fabulous mountains and peaceful rivers, the atmosphere is always cool and greatly suitable for exploring. All of these things combined will make this town an unforgettable location on the trip. 

Summary:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

Our sixth day of the journey is the final complete day in the Laos territory. Saying goodbye to Luang Prabang, we will go to the North. Our next destination is called Muang Khua. There are some traditional villages of H’mong and Thai people in Laos. We will not ignore the opportunity to learn something new. That’s the reason why we should talk to them to have a clear point about local people living where we come.    

Summary:

Distance: 294 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

Leaving Muang Khua, it means that we will say goodbye to peaceful Laos to cross the border and go back to Vietnam. Historic Dien Bien Phu is our first destination when coming back to Vietnam. It is located in Dien Bien Province and widely known in the world as the mighty 1954 victory. On the one side, you can listen directly to this story by local people who were born and grew up here. It must be a touching moment. On the other side, excellent natural landscapes in the capital of Dien Bien Province are also worth staying. The majority of locals are ethnic people who are so friendly and hospitable; wonderful views and emotional stories; this is one of the best days of our long journey.

Summary:

Distance: 110 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

Starting the day, we will spend time at A1 Hill, Him Lam Hill, Dien Bien Phu Museum for realistically getting knowledge. After that day, you will certainly feel more admirable to excellent General Vo Nguyen Giap, brave Vietnamese soldiers. Stay tuned! 

Back to the roads, it’s time to check the historical Pha Din Pass. This pass is seen as the biggest and most dangerous in the North of Vietnam. This will be the shining moment of skillful bikers. Hard things pay off! In return, when you set your foot at the top of the pass, you will have a wonderful view and thank yourselves for being there. After going down the pass, we will reach to Son La where the whole group stays overnight.

Summary:

Distance: 161 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

Today, let’s travel towards the South and you will see the illustrious Da River which are described many times in Vietnamese literature. After that, when crossing a part of the Hoang Lien mountain range, Phu yen valley will warmly welcome us. Then, 40-km real adventurous off-road riding is a real game, a once-in-a-lifetime chance. 

Travel is not perfect without trying local dishes. This meal will be a really good chance to recover after such a long trip. Do not forget to talk and share your feelings about the trips with your team because this night is the last day you can stay together. Picturesque scenes, good food, and great teammates are the essential factors to make the trip meaningful.

Summary:

Distance: 201 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel