HA GIANG – CAO BANG EASY RIDER – 5 DAYS

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This 5 day Ha Giang – Cao Bang Easy Rider tour is perfect for travelers seeking a deeper journey into Northern Vietnam. The route combines the world–famous Ha Giang Loop with the remote, untouched landscapes of Cao Bang, including Ma Pi Leng Pass, Me Pia Slope, Nguom Ngao Cave, and the legendary Ban Gioc Waterfall – the largest and one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Vietnam.

Ride through dramatic mountains, ethnic minority villages, terraced rice fields, and UNESCO recognized geoparks. Enjoy authentic homestays, local culture, and travel safely with professional Easy Riders.

Tour Overview

Hanoi → Ha Giang.

Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Ha Giang by luxury private cabin sleeper bus.

Overnight at a traditional homestay in Ha Giang City.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Ha Giang City – Bac Sum Pass – Quan Ba Heaven Gate – Twin Mountains – Yen Minh – Tham Ma Slope – H’Mong King Palace – Dong Van

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

08:30 – Tour starts from our homestay in Ha Giang City.
Safety briefing with your Easy Riders before departure.

Highlights of the day:

• Ride into the mountains with dramatic scenery changes

• Stop at Bac Sum Pass for panoramic views

• Visit Quan Ba Heaven Gate and admire the spectacular landscape

• See the famous Twin Mountains (Fairy Bosom Hills)

• Enjoy lunch in Yen Minh Town

In the afternoon, continue to:

• Tham Ma Slope – an iconic winding mountain road and popular photo spot

• H’Mong King Palace (Vuong Family Residence) – former royal residence of the H’Mong family

Arrive in Dong Van Town in the late afternoon.
Dinner and overnight in a local homestay.

Day 2: Dong Van – Volunteer Youth Monument – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Sky Path – Nho Que River Viewpoint – Meo Vac – Bao Lac

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, prepare for the most spectacular part of the Ha Giang Loop:

• Ride along Ma Pi Leng Pass – known as the “King of Vietnam’s mountain passes”

• Follow the Sky Path, overlooking the deep canyon and emerald Nho Que River

• Stop at multiple viewpoints for unforgettable photos

Continue riding through rural villages:

• Lung Ho

• Mau Due

• Meo Vac (lunch stop)

From Meo Vac, ride into the mountainous trail area of Cao Bang province and arrive at Bao Lac Town.
Dinner and overnight with a Tay ethnic family at a local homestay.

Day 3: Bao Lac – Me Pia Slope – Phia Thap Village

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today’s 130 km ride takes you through some of the most breathtaking landscapes in Northeast Vietnam:

• Remote mountains and limestone formations

• Peaceful ethnic minority villages

• Misty passes and hidden valleys

Main stop:

• Me Pia Slope – a dramatic zig–zag mountain pass with spectacular viewpoints

In the afternoon, continue to Phia Thap Village, known for its traditional craft culture and beautiful surroundings.
Check in at a local homestay. Dinner and overnight with the host family.

Day 4: Phia Thap – Nguom Ngao Cave – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Ban Gioc

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A full day of natural wonders and scenic landscapes:

• Visit Nguom Ngao Cave, one of the most impressive caves in Northern Vietnam

• Make scenic photo stops along forested roads and mountain viewpoints

• Ride through terraced rice fields and rolling mountain passes

Continue to:

• Ban Gioc Waterfall – Vietnam’s most magnificent waterfall, located on the Vietnam–China border

  • Take a bamboo raft ride to approach the falls closer

  • Admire the towering cliffs, emerald water, and lush green surroundings

Overnight in the Ban Gioc area at a local homestay.

Day 5: Ban Gioc – God’s Eye Mountain – Cao Bang City → Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast:

• Depart Ban Gioc and ride to Thung Mountain, home to the iconic God’s Eye Mountain (Nui Thung)

• Enjoy final scenic stops and viewpoints on the way back to Cao Bang City

Lunch at a local restaurant in Cao Bang.

12:30 – Board the limousine bus back to Hanoi.
End of tour upon arrival in Hanoi.

Price per Person

• 440 USD / person – SIC Tour

Tour Includes

• Transfer Hanoi ↔ Ha Giang ↔ Cao Bang ↔ Hanoi

  • Luxury private–cabin sleeper bus

  • Limousine bus

• Free overnight at homestay in Ha Giang City (traditional house)

• Accommodation: Private rooms in homestays during the tour

• All meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

• Professional English–speaking tour guide

• Experienced Easy Riders

• Motorbike and fuel

• All entrance fees as per itinerary

• Protective gear: helmet, pads, raincoat

• Drinking water during the tour (1 bottle per person per day)

Tour Excludes

• Border permit (if required)

• Tips for guide and riders

• Personal drinks (coffee, beer, soft drinks, etc.)