For a smooth journey, make sure your motorbike and gear are in good shape. Keep your luggage under five kilograms. The seven-hour ride kicks off from Hanoi, tracing the Red River to Son Tay, then winding up the mountains to Nghia Lo. The road offers scenic views from Hanoi to Thanh Son, Thanh Son to Thu Cuc, and Ba Khe to Nghia Lo. Nghia Lo, a sizable mountain town, marks the trip's end and your overnight stay.

Summary:
Distance: 250 km
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay

During this five-hour journey, you'll encounter two main challenges. Firstly, you'll tackle the wild and rugged terrain of Lung Lo Pass. Secondly, you'll face the higher Khau Pha Pass. Along the way, you'll pass through the imposing Mu Cang Chai Massif, which reaches heights nearly comparable to Fansipan mountain. At the mountain's peak, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of Northern Vietnam. Your overnight stay will be at a homestay.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Distance: 180 km

This journey will take approximately five hours. You'll start with an easy 100-kilometer tour, followed by a clearer mountain road for the final 40 kilometers from the Than Uyen district. Than Uyen is mainly inhabited by the Hoa, H'mong, and Dzao communities. Once you leave Than Uyen, you'll arrive in Sapa. In Sapa, spend time exploring the city to discover why it's renowned as one of Vietnam's most famous destinations.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Distance: 140 km

Sapa is a top destination for Vietnam Motorbike Tours, known for its stunning mountain scenery, lush terraced fields, quaint villages, and the majestic Fansipan peaks. Fansipan, in particular, steals the spotlight. As Vietnam's highest mountain, it sits just 19 km from Sapa town. Despite the short distance, the journey is challenging due to rugged terrain and unpredictable weather.

The Hoang Lien mountain range, home to Fansipan, is renowned as the highest peaks in northwestern Vietnam, formed around 100 million years ago. The name "Fansipan" is derived from the local pronunciation "Hua Hua Xi Pan," meaning "giant rock." Standing at 3,143m, it was dubbed the "roof of Indochina" by the French during their 1905 expedition to Vietnam. However, the French milestone marking its height has faded over time due to the passage of countless footsteps during years of war.

The Fansipan ecosystem is incredibly diverse, boasting over 2,024 types of flowers, 327 animal species, and varied terrain. Notably, Muong Hoa Valley, nestled at the mountain's eastern base at altitudes of 950-1,000m, is a highlight. In the past, few ventured to climb Fansipan Mountain due to its formidable reputation.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Distance: 40 km

The journey from Sapa to Bac Ha takes around three hours by car. Along the 34 km stretch from Sapa to Lao Cai, there's a spot where you can take photos with China in the background. After lunch, you'll continue on a 70 km trip to Bac Ha, enjoying beautiful scenery along the way. You'll spend the night in Bac Ha, resting up for your next Vietnam Motorbike Trip after four challenging days.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Distance: 100 km

On the sixth day, you'll travel from Bac Ha to Ha Giang, which takes about six hours. First, you'll journey to Xin Man along narrow roads. Then, you'll return to the impressive mountains before continuing on the main road to Ha Giang. You'll pause in Ha Giang to spend the night and obtain a permit.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Distance: 200 km

This journey will take approximately six hours. With a permit from the Ha Giang Immigration Police allowing you to ride in the border area, you'll navigate through small, challenging mountain roads to reach Ma Pi Leng Pass. This pass offers stunning views of cloudy mountains. Despite the rough roads, the scenery is incredibly beautiful. You'll also feel the breeze from the enchanting Nho Que River. The next stop on the motorbike tour is Dong Van. To get there, you'll need to navigate through zigzagging roads. Dong Van is characterized by its ancient streets lined with clay brick houses and tile roofs, constructed centuries ago. You'll be amazed to encounter locals living amidst rocky terrain, showcasing their resilience and hard work.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Distance: 180 km

You'll embark on a four-hour journey from Dong Van to Bao Lac, which might seem short in distance but feels longer due to ongoing road construction. Nevertheless, the scenery along the way is breathtaking, counted among Vietnam's finest. Take your time to soak it all in. Once you've crossed through Ha Giang province, you'll settle in for the night at Bao Lac. This town serves as a cultural melting pot in Northeast Vietnam, where various ethnic groups converge. Sundays are particularly lively, as people from both sides of the border gather at the market.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Distance: 80 km

Your journey from Bao Lac to Cao Bang will take roughly eight hours. This includes five hours of motorbike riding and three hours of breaks for meals and drinks. The road is relatively smooth, but be cautious of blind bends along the route. You'll have opportunities to pause and capture beautiful photos on your way to Cao Bang. For the night, you'll be staying at a hotel.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
Distance: 150 km

You'll embark on a motorbike adventure through rugged off-road and back-road paths from Cao Bang to Quang Uyen, an area known for its remote and untouched landscape in Vietnam. Along the way, you'll encounter the stunning Ban Gioc waterfall, one of the country's most beautiful waterfalls, located near the Vietnam-China border. Take some time to appreciate the natural beauty of the area with a leisurely walk or a picnic. If you're feeling adventurous, you can even swim in the natural pools near the waterfall. Don't forget to capture the breathtaking scenery around you with photos.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
Distance: 180 km

This journey spans a considerable distance of 240 km from Quang Uyen. Along the way, you'll trace back in time to the Vietnam Colonial War while traveling on the renowned Route 4, passing through villages such as Dong Khe and That Khe. These areas gained notoriety for the numerous intense battles during the 1950s between the Viet Minh and the French Army.
In the late afternoon, upon reaching Lang Son city, you'll have the chance to explore the central market and visit the fascinating Tam Thanh and Nhi Thanh caves before checking into the hotel. The market is renowned for its abundance of Chinese products, as Lang Son serves as a key trading hub between China and Vietnam. Your meals including breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided, and you'll be accommodated in a hotel.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
Distance: 240 km

Your journey will span six hours, primarily on secondary roads dotted with numerous coal mines along the route. Take caution if you wish to avoid being coated in black coal dust upon reaching Halong city.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
Distance: 200 km

After a restful morning following your journey, you have two choices for the day.
Option one: Join a group excursion to Ha Long Bay around noon. Experience kayaking and swimming en route to the Surprising Cave. A delightful Vietnamese lunch will be served onboard. In the evening, you can unwind with a movie, karaoke, or join the crew for squid fishing. Dinner will feature delicious Vietnamese cuisine.

Option two: Opt for a private boat or cruise on Ha Long Bay and spend the night there. Please note, there's an additional cost for this option.

Summary:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Cruise

The last leg of the Vietnam Motorbike Tours is the journey from Halong Bay to Hanoi, lasting approximately five hours. You have two options for this trip:
1. Option one involves boarding a boat to Titov Island. Here, you can swim or relax before returning to Bai Chay. Lunch will be provided at Thang Long restaurant in Ha Long city or on the boat.
2. Option two allows you to continue exploring Halong Bay, with lunch served onboard. However, this option incurs an additional cost, which BM Travel Adventure will inform you of. Afterward, you will return to Hanoi via Highways 18 and 1B, arriving around 5 p.m. This concludes the tour.

Summary:
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Distance: 160 km