4-Day Ha Giang Loop Motorbike Tour: Reverse Route, Resort Stays

Four days threading mountain passes, river canyons and ethnic villages on the road less traveled

A 4-day private motorbike tour of Ha Giang's reverse loop, riding new bikes with professional English-speaking guides and staying in comfortable homestays plus one luxury resort. You ride the scenic Reverse Loop away from crowds, cross the Nho Que River through Southeast Asia's deepest canyon, visit the Dong Van Karst Plateau and the Vietnam-China border, then finish at a 4-star resort with spa before returning to Ha Giang City.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Ha Giang to Du Gia exploration

• Start scenic drive through Ha Giang
• Visit Km 0, Ky Dai Relic, Thuan Hoa Commune
• Explore Lung Tam Linen Village
• Discover Lung Ho Valley
• Have lunch in Du Gia
• Swim at Du Gia Waterfall or relax at homestay pool
• Dinner with ethnic culture and local connections

Day 2: Yen Minh to Dong Van sightseeing

• Breakfast
• Visit French Fort Relics and M-shaped bend
• Experience Ma Pi Leng Pass and Deathly Cliff
• Cruise Nho Que River through Tu San Alley
• Explore local cultures
• Dinner at top-rated Dong Van restaurant
• Explore Dong Van old town

Day 3: Dong Van to Quan Ba cultural tour

• Breakfast at local market
• Visit Lung Cu Flagpole and Lo Lo Chai Ancient Village
• Check Vietnam-China border and Buckwheat Flower Field
• Visit H’mong King’s Mansion, Nine Steep Slope, Tham Ma Slope
• Arrive at H’Mong Village Resort
• Relax with infinity pool and spa treatments
• Enjoy traditional chicken hotpot dinner

Day 4: Quan Ba to Ha Giang City return

• Breakfast
• Explore Lung Khuy Cave, Fairy Twin Mountain, Quan Ba Heaven Gate
• Visit Number Six Waterfall for swim
• Return to Ha Giang for lunch
• Relax before departure or continue journey

The experience

The reverse loop is the route fewer tourists take, which means the stops (Lung Ho Valley, Lung Cu Flagpole, Lo Lo Chai Ancient Village, the H'mong King's Mansion) stay quieter and the guides can move at your pace. You ride new motorbikes with a professional driver who handles the bike while you sit as a passenger. The guide rides alongside and stops to explain what you're seeing. Bring only essentials in a lightweight bag. Your main luggage stays at the hotel in Ha Giang City. The itinerary shifts based on weather and your interests, so if a pass closes or you want longer at a waterfall, the day adjusts.

Days break into riding, stops for views and culture, and time to swim or rest. Day one takes you through Km 0, Ky Dai Relic and Thuan Hoa Commune to Du Gia, where you can swim at the waterfall or use the homestay pool before dinner. Day two crosses Ma Pi Leng Pass and the Deathly Cliff, then cruises the Nho Que River through Tu San Alley, the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia, before arriving in Dong Van's old town. Day three visits the Lung Cu Flagpole at the border, the H'mong King's Mansion and Nine Steep Slope, then moves to the 4-star H'Mong Village Resort with infinity pool and spa. Day four explores Lung Khuy Cave, Fairy Twin Mountain and Quan Ba Heaven Gate, with a swim at Number Six Waterfall before lunch back in Ha Giang.

Meals are included and adapt to your diet. Vegetarian and Western options are available on request. Entrance fees to all attractions and the Nho Que River cruise ticket are covered. You get bottled water throughout, travel insurance, and a free night's stay in Ha Giang City before the tour starts so you can rest after arrival. Guides speak English fluently and are ethnic minorities from the region, so they explain local life and history as you go. Support is available 24/7 by WhatsApp or email if anything comes up during the tour.

What’s included

• Three nights at clean, comfortable homestays with soft beds.
• one night at a 4-star H'Mong Village Resort with infinity pool and spa access.
• new motorbikes with raincoat, helmet and waterproof bags.
• professional English-speaking guides and experienced local drivers.
• all meals during the tour with vegetarian and Western options on request.
• entrance fees to attractions and Nho Que River cruise ticket.
• bottled water throughout.
• travel insurance.
• free one-night stay in Ha Giang City before the tour.
• 24/7 support by WhatsApp or email.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 09:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Youth (6 to 9 years) · Child (1 to 5 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ha Giang Loop Tours - Hai Dang Travel

Is this one for you?You ride as a passenger on new bikes with a professional driver and guide, so no motorbike experience is needed and you can focus on the scenery and stops instead of navigating the roads. The reverse loop keeps crowds light and the itinerary flexible, which suits travelers who want to move at their own pace and see the region without the standard tour circuit.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 9 years); Child (1 to 5 years).

What is the Nho Que River cruise like on day two?

The Nho Que River cruise takes you through Tu San Alley, Southeast Asia's deepest canyon, with limestone walls rising around the boat. The cruise is included in the tour price and happens after you visit Ma Pi Leng Pass and the Deathly Cliff. It's a slower-paced moment in the day to see the landscape from the water and spot local life along the banks.

Do I ride the motorbike myself or sit as a passenger?

You sit as a passenger on the motorbike while a professional, experienced local driver handles the bike. The guide rides a separate motorbike alongside and stops at viewpoints and villages to explain what you're seeing and answer questions.

What are the homestays like?

The homestays are clean and modern with soft, big beds and private rooms. On day three you stay at the 4-star H'Mong Village Resort instead, which has an infinity pool, spa treatments and a more upscale setup, though the homestays on days one and two are comfortable and quiet.

Can the itinerary change if the weather is bad?

Yes, the itinerary is flexible and adjusts based on weather forecasts and road conditions. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you'll be offered a different date, an alternative experience or a full refund. The guides update the forecast in advance so you can prepare.

What happens on the morning I arrive in Ha Giang?

You get a free night's stay in Ha Giang City before the tour starts, so you can rest after your journey and adjust to the area. The tour itself begins the next day with a scenic drive through Ha Giang's landscapes to Km 0 and other iconic spots.

Is the Dong Van Karst Plateau visited on this tour?

The Dong Van Karst Plateau is the broader region you travel through on days two and three. You visit specific sites within it, including Dong Van town, the Lung Cu Flagpole, the H'mong King's Mansion and Nine Steep Slope, all located on the plateau.