4-Day Ha Giang Loop Tour: Ma Pi Leng Pass & Dong Van

Ha Giang Loop drive and Sky Path walk with village homestay experience

A 4-day guided tour of the Ha Giang Loop in Northern Vietnam, traveling by car or motorbike with a licensed English-speaking guide through mountain passes, river valleys, and ethnic villages. You stay in homestays in Nam Dam, Dong Van, and Du Gia, visit Ma Pi Leng Pass and its Sky Path, explore Nho Que River by boat, tour Hmong King's Palace, and walk through Dong Van Old Town. The route covers Bac Sum Pass, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Lung Khuy Cave, and ends at Du Gia Waterfall before returning to Ha Giang City.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Ha Giang to Nam Dam Village

• Travel Bac Sum Pass scenic route
• Visit Quan Ba Heaven Gate viewpoint
• See Twin Mountains natural formation
• Tour Lung Khuy Cave formations
• Explore Lung Tam Village crafts
• Experience Nam Dam Village culture

Day 2: Yen Minh to Dong Van Old Town

• Enjoy Yen Minh Viewpoint scenery
• Drive Tham Ma Pass mountain road
• Walk Lung Cam Valley fields
• Tour Hmong King’s Palace
• Visit Lung Cu Flagpole viewpoint
• Discover Dong Van Old Town

Day 3: Ma Pi Leng Pass to Du Gia Village

• Experience Ma Pi Leng Pass views
• Explore Nho Que River area
• Discover Tu San Canyon
• Visit Mau Due Village
• Stop at Lung Ho Viewpoint
• Arrive at Du Gia Village

Day 4: Du Gia to Ha Giang City

• Visit Du Gia Waterfall
• Enjoy Duong Thuong Viewpoint
• Explore Little Ma Pi Leng
• Return to Ha Giang City

The experience

You start in Ha Giang City and head north into the mountains on Day 1, climbing Bac Sum Pass with its winding roads and terraced rice fields, then stopping at Quan Ba Heaven Gate for panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. The Twin Mountains (also called Fairy Bosom) come next. A distinctive geological formation you can photograph and learn about through local legend. Lung Khuy Cave offers stalactites and stalagmites to explore with a guide, and Lung Tam Village shows you traditional weaving at work in the streets. You end the day in Nam Dam Village, staying in a homestay where you experience Dao culture and eat authentic local food.

Day 2 takes you through Yen Minh Viewpoint and the dramatic Tham Ma Pass, known for steep cliffs and challenging curves. Lung Cam Valley opens up with terraced fields and rural farming life, then you reach Hmong King's Palace, a historical site built in the early 20th century with intricate traditional architecture. Lung Cu Flagpole, the northernmost point of Vietnam at over 1,400 meters, offers sweeping views before you arrive in Dong Van Old Town to wander ancient streets and explore the region's history. Another homestay night follows, this time in a charming rural setting.

Day 3 is built around Ma Pi Leng Pass, one of Vietnam's most dramatic mountain roads. The Sky Path (a walking trail along the cliff edge) is the centerpiece, offering views of rugged peaks and deep valleys with nowhere to go but forward and back. Nho Que River sits below in emerald water between towering cliffs. A boat ride (additional fee) gets you closer to the canyon walls. Tu San Canyon, carved by the river, is equally spectacular and also offers optional boat access. You visit Mau Due Village and stop at Lung Ho Viewpoint before settling into Du Gia Village for the night, another homestay with traditional charm.

The final day starts at Du Gia Waterfall, where you can swim in clear water and rest in the forest. Duong Thuong Viewpoint and Little Ma Pi Leng follow, both offering sweeping panoramas and dramatic cliff scenery. You return to Ha Giang City by afternoon, ending at the homestay there before heading home. The tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver or a motorbike with an easyrider, your choice at booking. Admission fees and boat rides for included stops are covered, as are helmets and protective gear if you choose the motorbike option.

What’s included

• An air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver or a motorbike with an experienced easyrider (your choice at checkout).
• a licensed tour guide speaking English and Vietnamese.
• admission fees for all included attractions and boat rides at Nho Que River and Tu San Canyon.
• gasoline, helmets, and protective gear for the motorbike option.
• three nights in village homestays with meals included.
• and accommodation at a Ha Giang City homestay on the final afternoon before departure.

Options for this experience

4 options

Ride as a passenger, seated behind your friend.Guide in English · 08:00Share a motorbike: you will need a friend who can act as the driver within the motorbike group.

Ride soloGuide in English · 08:00For the motorbike, an international motorbike license (Type A or A1) issued under the 1968 Convention is required.

EasyriderGuide in English · 08:00Semi-automatic scooter: a local expert drives the motorbike for you. The journey is safe and informative, letting you enjoy the views without stress, which makes it ideal for non-riders.

Tour by CarGuide in English · 08:00SUV or minivan: you travel with a small group and share the car with other guests. If you would prefer a private car, send us a request.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 55 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Vision Travel

Is this one for you?Pick the car if mountain scenery is your priority and you prefer watching the passes. Pick the motorbike or Easyrider if you want to ride the curves yourself and feel the terrain directly.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Sky Path at Ma Pi Leng Pass like to walk?

The Sky Path is a walking trail that runs along the cliff edge of Ma Pi Leng Pass, offering panoramic views of rugged peaks, deep valleys, and winding roads below. It's a highlight for photography and a thrilling experience as you walk along the dramatic landscape, though it requires a moderate level of physical fitness and comfort with heights.

Do I stay in hotels or homestays on this tour?

You stay in homestays all three nights: Nam Dam Village on Day 1, a rural homestay in the Dong Van area on Day 2, and Du Gia Village on Day 3. Each offers cozy rooms, traditional charm, and an immersive local experience with authentic meals included.

Can I choose between traveling by car or motorbike?

Yes, you choose at checkout: travel by air-conditioned car with an experienced driver, sit as a passenger behind a friend on a motorbike, ride your own motorbike as an easyrider, or ride solo on a motorbike. All options include a licensed English-speaking guide and cover gasoline, helmets, and protective gear for motorbike riders.

What is Nho Que River like, and can I get on the water?

Nho Que River flows through emerald waters between towering cliffs, creating a serene landscape. A boat ride is available for an additional fee and gives you a closer view of the dramatic canyon walls and lush surroundings, providing a unique perspective on the region's natural beauty.

What happens on the final day before I return to Ha Giang City?

Day 4 starts at Du Gia Waterfall, where you can swim in clear water and relax in the forest. You then visit Duong Thuong Viewpoint and Little Ma Pi Leng for more panoramic views and dramatic cliff scenery before returning to Ha Giang City by afternoon, where you can rest at the homestay before heading home.

Is Hmong King's Palace a real historical site I can tour?

Yes, Hmong King's Palace is a historical site built in the early 20th century as the residence of the Hmong king. You can tour the palace, learn about its history, and admire its intricate traditional architecture and cultural significance.