Tour with
Private Room
$189 /person
- Private room for 1–3 guests
- Full in-room amenities for a comfortable stay
- Ideal for couples, friends & small groups
Ha Giang Hidden Trail 3D2N
Ride the famous passes, then turn off to quiet H'mong villages like Sao Ha, with a Nho Que boat ride and local riders the whole way.
Overview
Three days deep into the loop
Three days that pair Ha Giang's icons, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Ma Pi Leng and Lung Cu, with the corners only locals tend to know, like the hidden H'mong village of Sao Ha and a 500-year-old tree tucked into a quiet Tay hamlet.
Your rider knows which café looks straight down the Nho Que canyon without the crowds, and when to reach each viewpoint for the best light. Add a boat ride on the emerald river and nights in local homes, and you have a deeper way to know Ha Giang, in a group of no more than ten led by riders who grew up on these roads.
- Duration
- 3 Days 2 Nights
- Group size
- Up to 10 guests
- Motorbike
- Easy rider - Self drive
- Level of intensity
- Moderate
- Guided journey
- Local English-speaking guide
- Route distance
- ~360 km
Please contact us if you prefer to travel by car or Jeep.
Itinerary
The route from start to finish
Here's how the three days actually run, timed so you ride in daylight and reach each viewpoint when the light is best.
Weather and road conditions in the mountains change quickly, so your guide may reorder a stop or two along the way. Whatever changes, it's always to keep the ride safe and the day enjoyable
Evening limousine transfer and overnight rest in Ha Giang.
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21:00
Limousine pickup from Hanoi
Your limousine picks you up in Hanoi and departs for Ha Giang. Settle in for the overnight transfer north.
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2:30
Arrive in Ha Giang
Arrive in Ha Giang, check in, and rest overnight before the first day of the journey begins.
Mountain gates, hidden village life, Tham Ma Pass, and a night in Dong Van.
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08:00
Breakfast with Ha Giang steamed rice rolls
Begin the day with banh cuon, one of Ha Giang's simple and comforting breakfast specialties. Meet your guide and rider, prepare your day bag, and get ready for the first mountain roads.
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9:30
Quan Ba Heaven Gate
Stop at Quan Ba Heaven Gate for sweeping views of the Twin Mountains and the valley below. This is one of the most beautiful introductions to the Dong Van Karst Plateau.
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10:00
Lonely Tree and Can Ty Slope
Pause at the Lonely Tree and Can Ty Slope, two simple but iconic stops on the Ha Giang Loop. They are perfect for fresh air, open scenery, and easy photos before the road continues deeper into the mountains.
Northern border culture, sacred landmarks, canyon roads, and an evening in the mountain communities.
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7:30
Breakfast and check out
Have breakfast at your accommodation and check out. On Sundays, the day can start around 7:00 AM so you have time to visit the lively highland market before leaving Dong Van.
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8:30
Lung Cu Flag Tower and Lo Lo Chai Village
Visit Lung Cu Flag Tower, a meaningful landmark marking the northern edge of Vietnam. Continue to Lo Lo Chai Village, known for earthen-wall houses, distinctive architecture, and cultural traditions preserved across generations.
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10:00
Deo Gio coffee stop and Thien Huong Village
Pause for coffee at Deo Gio, a quiet viewpoint over the mountains. Then visit Thien Huong, a Tay village known for its calm atmosphere and an ancient tree said to be around 500 years old.
Highland curves, craft traditions, a hidden waterfall, and the road back to Ha Giang.
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08:00
Breakfast and check out
Check out after breakfast and continue the journey through the mountain roads near Vietnam's northern frontier.
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9:30
Meo Vac Information Center
Take a short rest and enjoy a drink at the Meo Vac Information Center before the ride continues.
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10:30
M-shaped Road viewpoint
Check in at the famous M-shaped curve, known for its sharp bends wrapping around the mountainside. It is one of the most striking road scenes on the return route.
PRICE INCLUSIONS
WHAT YOUR TOUR COVERS
- Round-trip sleeper bus or limousine from your chosen pickup point
- Motorbike with an easy rider, or a self-drive option if you book it
- 3 breakfasts and 5 main meals
- Accommodation along the route
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entrance tickets for the sites on the itinerary
- Boat ticket on the Nho Que River
- Travel insurance
- Drinks
- Tips for your guide and rider, appreciated but never expected
- Personal expenses
- Local fees for flower photos with farmers
Rates & room options
Pick the comfort that suits you
Both options share the same itinerary, the same local riders and the same attention to safety. The difference is simply where you rest at night.
Tour with
Dorm
$165 /person
- Shared dorm for solo travelers & groups
- Essential amenities with a comfortable shared setup
- A social, budget-friendly way to experience the Loop
THE SERENITY DIFFERENCE
What shapes this journey
We visit with respect
We stop in villages with the permission and warmth of the families who live there, so every visit feels genuine and welcome.
Your rider grew up here
He knows these passes in every season, reads the weather, the curves and the light, so you feel safe and still get the best of the ride.
We take the roads most tours skip
Alongside Ma Pi Leng and Lung Cu, we turn off to places like Sao Ha, Lung Khuy cave and Thien Huong, where daily life carries on away from the crowds.
You're never in a crowd
We cap every departure at a handful of guests, so the group can stop when it wants, ask real questions, and never queue at a viewpoint or a village doorway.
STAYS & MEALS
Good beds and home-cooked dinners
You sleep close to the route every night, in warm, local places we know well and eat well in. Both a private room and a dorm bed are available on every night of the tour.
On Dong Van nights you stay at Serenity Dong Van House, our own place in the heart of the old town. Rooms are private and self-contained, finished in local highland style, with the old quarter's streets and cafes a minute from the door.
On other nights you sleep in a family homestay in villages like Meo Vac or Pa Vi. The rooms are simple and the welcome is warm, and dinner is whatever the family cooked, shared around a low table.
Expect to eat well and local. Mornings start with Ha Giang banh cuon in warm broth, and dinners bring dishes like black chicken hotpot, mountain pork and men men, rounded off with a glass of corn wine.
Traveller stories
Hear from past guests
A few honest impressions from guests who've done this trip.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What to know before your 3D2N tour
Yes. Solo travelers can join a small group and share the journey with other guests. You can choose an Easy Rider and book a dorm bed or private room, depending on availability.
Three days and two nights is enough to experience the main loop at a comfortable pace. You will still spend several hours on the road each day, with regular stops for views, meals and local villages.
No experience is needed when you book an Easy Rider. You will travel as a passenger while a rider born in Ha Giang handles the mountain roads. Self-drivers need confident riding skills and a valid licence.
You will stay for two nights in local homestays or bungalow along the route. Dorm beds and private rooms may be available depending on your booking, with simpler facilities in remote areas.
Bring light layers, a warm jacket, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, personal medication and a small raincoat. Pack lightly, as large luggage can be stored in Ha Giang City during the tour.
Vegetarian meals and some dietary requirements can be arranged. Please tell us about any allergies or restrictions when booking so we can confirm the available options with each homestay.
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