The journey

Ha Giang is Vietnam’s northernmost province: limestone peaks, terraced valleys and the villages of some fifteen ethnic groups. This route climbs it slowly, one pass at a time, and ends each day with a meal at the table of a homestay or a quiet hotel.

The days are long and the climbs are real. A support vehicle rides ahead of the group with water, snacks, tools and first aid, so you can rest in the van and rejoin whenever you choose. E-bikes are available for anyone who wants the views without every metre of the climb.

Day by day

Day 1 · Hanoi

Bike fitting at the hotel in the Old Quarter, then a welcome dinner.
No riding · Dinner · Le Jardin Hotel Haute Couture

Day 2 · Hanoi to Hoang Su Phi

A five-hour drive north to Viet Quang, with breakfast and strong coffee on the way. Fifteen kilometres of rolling hills, lunch at a small restaurant run by a young local couple, then a 7 km climb to the hill home.
22 km · 800 m climbing · B, L, D · Hill Home Hoang Su Phi or similar

Day 3 · Hoang Su Phi to Ha Giang

The morning starts on dirt paths, dropping 400 m through hillside villages. Near Ha Giang, local people talk about the fifteen ethnic groups who share the province. A steep last climb ends above the city.
60 km · 1,500 m climbing · B, L, D · Four Points by Sheraton Ha Giang

Day 4 · Ha Giang to Yen Minh

A short transfer past rice terraces, then into the limestone. Heaven’s Gate looks over the Tam Son valley and the Twin Hills. The descent into Yen Minh passes traditional houses.
60 km · 1,500 m climbing · B, L, D · Phuong Dong Hotel

Day 5 · Yen Minh to Dong Van

An easy start to a hill-tribe market, then the long climb of the Way of Happiness road over the Dong Van Karst Plateau. Stops at the Hmong King’s Palace and the Lung Cu flag tower at Vietnam’s northern tip. The last 15 km roll into the old town of Dong Van, with the evening free.
60 km · 1,700 m climbing · B, L, D · Dongvan Ville Du H’Mong or similar

Day 6 · Ma Pi Leng and the Nho Que River

The Sky Walk road beside Ma Pi Leng Pass, often in mist. A steep descent to the Nho Que River and a boat through canyon walls some 700 m deep. The van brings you up to Meo Vac.
30 km · 700 m climbing · B, L, D · Auberge de Meo Vac

Day 7 · Meo Vac to Du Gia

The hardest climb of the week, to the Mau Due–Lung Ho summit, with a picnic lunch at the top. Then a long, fast descent to the river valley at Du Gia.
54 km · 800 m climbing · B, L, D · Chien’s Lodge or similar

Day 8 · Du Gia to Hanoi

The Du Gia morning market, a 5 km climb, a 20 km descent and 10 flat kilometres into Ha Giang. Lunch together, then the drive back to Hanoi, arriving around 10 pm.
38 km · 800 m climbing · B, L · Light dinner on the road

Included

7 nights in hotels and homestays, twin or double share
Meals as listed
Cycling guides and mechanics
Air-conditioned support vehicle for luggage, transfers and first aid
Mountain bike, helmet and water cage (sizes XXS–XL)
Water, snacks, soft drinks and fruit on riding days, and a cold beer at the finish
Entrance fees and the Nho Que boat trip

Not included

International flights and airport transfers
Visa and travel insurance
Early check-in or late check-out
Personal expenses and tips

Options

E-bike or gravel bike upgrade: US$220
Single room: US$180
Private departures on request

Departures

Guaranteed departures run whatever the final group size.

19–26 December 2026 · Guaranteed · US$1,580
2–9 January 2027 · Guaranteed · US$1,659
13–20 February 2027 · US$1,659
20–27 March 2027 · Guaranteed · US$1,659
17–24 April 2027 · US$1,659
22–29 May 2027 · US$1,659
19–26 June 2027 · US$1,659
24–31 July 2027 · US$1,659
21–28 August 2027 · US$1,659
11–18 September 2027 · US$1,659
16–23 October 2027 · US$1,659
20–27 November 2027 · US$1,659
18–25 December 2027 · US$1,659

How to join

This journey is operated with our partners at Mr Biker Saigon. Scheduled departures are led by their guide team, and Thuận is not guaranteed to lead them.

Travelling solo or as a couple? Choose a guaranteed departure, so your trip runs whatever the final group size.

A group of three or more? If you would rather travel privately with Thuận leading the ride, request your own dates well in advance.

Request a private departure · Ask about dates

Northern Vietnam

The Ha Giang Loop · 8-Day Cycling Journey, Northern Vietnam