5 days · 4 nights
Cao Bang
Ha Giang Loop 2 Days 1 Night - Saving Package
From only
$118
USD / person
Overview
About this tour
A short and budget-friendly route through Dong Van Karst Plateau.
Discover the Ha Giang Loop in 2 days with our most affordable package. Perfect for those short on time but eager to experience the mountain magic.
Travel by motorbike with an experienced English-speaking guide through limestone karsts, terraced rice fields, and ethnic minority villages.
Tour highlights
Ma Pi Leng & Heaven's Gate viewpoints
Authentic family homestays
Local H'mong & Tay cuisine
Max 8 travellers per group
Day by day
Your itinerary
Day 1
Yen Minh
Breakfast, meet your drivers and hit the road. Finish riding around 5 PM, then a shared family dinner (7–9 PM).
Destinations
- Bac Sum slope
- Swim at the Hidden Waterfall
- Quan Ba Heaven Gate
- Quan Ba Twin Mountains
- Lung Tam linen cooperative
Day 2
Dong Van Town
Breakfast then continue the loop through the most dramatic passes. Finish around 5 PM, dinner 7–9 PM.
Destinations
- Tham Ma pass
- Lung Cu flag pole
- China border viewpoint
- Hidden back-roads
- Dong Van old town
Day 3
Ha Giang City
A final breakfast and the most iconic stretch of the trip. Finish around 5 PM, then onward bus connections arranged.
Destinations
- Ma Pi Leng pass
- Boat trip on the Nho Que river
- Tu San canyon
Choose your style
3 packages, one adventure
Saving package
$210 USD/person
Shared dorm · local guide · best price
- Itinerary: Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng
- Accommodation: Dorm room, local food, local guide
- Group size: 8–10 people
- Single supplement: None
- Best for: Cheapest, good for larger groups
Most popular
Budget package
$250 USD/person
Standard private room · choice of ride
- Itinerary: Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng
- Accommodation: Standard private room
- Group size: 8–10 people
- Single supplement: Additional fee
- Best for: Affordable with private rooms
Plus package
$330 USD/person
Luxury homestay · special cuisine
- Itinerary: Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng
- Accommodation: Luxury homestay, special cuisine
- Group size: Max 8 people
- Single supplement: Additional fee
- Best for: Unforgettable, most memorable
Saving vs Budget vs Plus — what’s the difference?
| Saving | Budget | Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Itinerary | Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng | Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng | Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng |
| Accommodation | Dorm room, local food, local guide | Standard private room | Luxury homestay, special cuisine |
| Group size | 8–10 people | 8–10 people | Max 8 people |
| Single supplement | None | Additional fee | Additional fee |
| Best for | Cheapest, good for larger groups | Affordable with private rooms | Unforgettable, most memorable |
| Price | $210 lowest | $250 | $330 |
What's included
- Quality motorbike & fuel
- Helmet, knee/elbow pads, raincoat
- English-speaking local guide
- Homestay accommodation
- Breakfast & dinner daily
- Entrance tickets & permits
- 24/7 emergency support
Not included
- Lunches & personal drinks
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses & tips
- Flights / buses to Ha Giang
Where you sleep
Homestay & accommodation
Locally-owned stilt-house homestays — clean private rooms, hot showers, shared family dinners. Far from generic chain hotels.
Wi-Fi
Hot shower
Family dinner
Heating in winter
Secure parking
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Do I need riding experience to do the Ha Giang Loop?
No. We offer the option of riding pillion behind one of our experienced local "Easy Riders" — perfect for travellers without motorbike experience. If you choose to ride solo, we recommend at least basic motorbike experience.
How many people are in a group?
Our groups are kept small — maximum 8 travellers per English-speaking guide — to keep the experience personal and flexible.
What is the best time of year to visit Ha Giang?
September to November offers the best weather and golden rice terraces. March–April is buckwheat flower season. December–February is colder but stunning with mist and quiet roads.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that covers motorbike riding in Vietnam.
Can the tour be customized?
Absolutely! Contact us with your preferred dates, group size and interests and we will design a private tour just for you.
What is your cancellation policy?
Full refund if cancelled 7+ days before the tour. 50% refund if cancelled 3–6 days before. No refund for cancellations within 48 hours of the tour start.
Build your trip
Customise & book
Pick your package, room, ride and extras — the price updates instantly. No payment until we confirm.
Traveller stories
What guests say
Marije K.
Netherlands
Three days that felt like a month of memories. Our guide stopped at every viewpoint and the homestays were unforgettable.
Victor A.
Germany
The most authentic motorbike tour I have done in Asia. Small group, fantastic guide, worth every dollar.
Sarah M.
Australia
As a solo female traveller I felt safe and welcome from minute one. Ma Pi Leng blew my mind.
Cancellation policy
- 14+ days before: full deposit refund.
- 7–13 days: 50% deposit refund.
- Under 7 days: non-refundable but transferrable within 12 months.
- Weather disruptions: we reschedule or refund affected days.
Deposit & good to know
- Passport valid 6+ months; check visa rules for your country.
- Travel insurance covering motorbikes strongly recommended.
- Max group size 8 — book early in peak season.
- Tours run rain or shine; gear provided for all weather.
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