CMT02: Vietnam - Laos Motorcyle Tour - 23 days / 22 nights |
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Hanoi – Vu Linh – Ba Be – Bao Lac – Dong Van – Ha Giang – Bac Ha – Sapa – Muong Lay – Dien Bien – Muong Khoa – Pakbeng – Luong Prabang – Xieng Khoang – Vieng Xay – Mai Chau – Tam Coc – Hanoi – Halong Cruise Your choice for motorcycles (from 1- 5: Honda future 125cc, Hondaglpro 160cc, Hondaxl125cc, Minsk125cc, Hondaxr250cc)
Vietnam Motorcycle Tour is always unique way to explore Vietnam
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Day 1: Hanoi Arrival Upon arrival, our private Vietnam Tours guide and driver will welcome your Vietnam Holiday to Hanoi, a city where the exotic chic of old Asia blends with the dynamic face of new Asia. Where the medieval and modern co-exist. A city with a blend of Parisian grace and Asian pace, an architectural museum piece evolving in harmony with its history, rather than bulldozing through like many of the region’s capitals. Hanoi is where imagination becomes reality. Free at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: None Accommodation: Boss Hotel / Superior
Day 2: Hanoi – Vulinh (1 Pick up from your hotel to our office, we will spend 30 minutes for the guide to do briefing about the trip and how to ride in Vietnam also to get used to with the bike before we start our trip to Thac Ba Lake which has an area of 23,400 ha and 1,331 islands and hills with diverse ecological environments. The water in the lake is blue and clear, and imprinted with the reflections of the surrounding ancient forest. On arrival to Vu Linh ethnic village of Dao minority by the side of the lake, it is your time to do leisure walk to explore this beautiful village and people life.
Tonight, the welcome is exceptional with a lot of local rice-wine from the host is surely one of the highlights of the trip. Overnight in homestay.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Vu Linh Homestay
Day 3: Vu Linh – Ba Be (180 km, 6 hours riding) Today we continue to Babe lake & national park where the landscape is amazing and the homestay is another unique experience. Upon your arrival, you are free at leisure to do the boat trip (own expense) or walk to explore the village of the Tay people. Overnight in homestay of a Tay family.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Babe Homestay
Day 4: Ba Be – Bao Lac (150 km, This morning is free to explore the village by a walking visit or doing boat trip. Continue to Bac Lac with visit to some roadside markets on the way. Overnight in Bac Lac
Day 5: Bao Lac – Dong Van (100 km, 3 hours riding) After the breakfast, let spend your time to visit a local market in town before riding to Dong Van. The highlight will be the Ma Phi Leng pass, very high but offering great feeling and amzing view. Upon arrival, check in your hotel. Overnight in Dong Van.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Khai Hoan Hotel
Day 6: Dong Van – Ha Giang (145 km, 5 hours riding) Morning visit to Dong Van old street and if it falls on Sunday and if it falls on Sunday, you will have great opportunity to visit the weekly maket of Dong Van where gathers many ethnic groups and their local products. The market is like a festival for the local to enjoy the time with friends, talking, drinking...Continue to Ha Giang with stop at the Vuong palace and Heaven Gate in Quan Ba. Overnight in Ha Giang. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Ha Giang Homestay
Day 7: Ha Giang – Bac Ha (200 km, 7 hou Today’s ride to Bac Ha via Hoang Su Phi and Xin Man on curving road and with great view from the “Winding Pass” over the imposing mountains that dotted with many ethnic villages. The beautiful day will end up in Bac Ha in a hotel.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Cong Phu Hotel
Day 8: Bac Ha – Sapa (120 km, 5 hours riding) In the morning, depends on the date, we will have opportunity to visit one of the colorful markets as below:
Market days: Can Cau - Saturdays Bac Ha or Sundays Cao Son - Wednesdays. Coc Ly – Tuesdays
Around noon, heading to Sapa. Check in on arrival. Overnight in Sapa.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Sapa View / Superior
Day 9: Sapa The Queen of the Mountains, Sapa si
Today is free at leisure to relax or visit Sapa on own. Overnight in Sapa.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Sapa View / Superior
Day 10: Sapa – Muong Lay (200 km, 7 hours riding) After breakfast, we leave Sapa for Muong Lay, formerly known as Lai Chau, this small town is nestled in a pretty valley carved from spectacular mountains by the Da River. We will visit “Silver Waterfall”, “Heaven Gate” and many interesting ethnic villages and markets on the way. We end up this beautiful day in Muong Lay in a hotel.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Lan Anh Hotel
Day 11: Muong Lay – Dien Bien (105 km, 3 hours riding) Moning boat trip to explore Black river and some ethnic villages before our ride to Dien Bien (the decisive battle in the Indochina War). Upon arrival, we visit some historical sites such as Dien Bien Phu Museum, the bunker headquarters of French commander, Colonel Christian de Casties, A1 hill-where bitter fighting took place. Overnight in Dien Bien.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Him Lam Hotel
Day 12: Dien Bien – Laos (Muong Khoa) ( Today, we cross Tay Trang border to Laos, heading to Muong Khoa, a small lovely town by Nam U River. The ride to Muong Khoa is very difficult on dirt road but interesting and fun. Overnight in Muong Khoa.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Muong Khoa Guesthouse
Day 13: Muong Khoa – Pak Beng (220 km, 6 hours riding) Lao is a green country, during the day, you will see green hills and mountains, via Uodomxay, the heart of north Laos, we continue to Pak Beng with stunning view of Lao mountains and countryside. Upon arrival, check in a guest house in Pak Beng. Overnight in Bak Beng.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Pakbeng Guesthouse
Day 14: Pak Beng – Luang Prabang (8 hour boat trip) After breakfast, we take the boat trip down majestic MeKong River to Luong Prabang. The boat trip will take around 8 hours so this will be the day at leisure. Overnight in Luong Prabang.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: New Daraphet / Superior
Day 15: Luang Prabang Free day at leisure for your own visit Luong Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995, the town of Luang Prabang is not only known for its fusion of Lao and French colonial architecture but also for its many Buddhist temples. Most visitors come here to relax and soak up the atmosphere while enjoying a cold Lao beer and a warm French baguette. Overnight in Luong Prabang.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: New Daraphet / Superior
Day 16: Luang Pra Bang – Phonsavan – Th A long day of riding up and down the mountains of Laos to Xieng Khoang. Upon arrival, visit the Plain of Jars which is a large group of historic cultural sites in Laos containing thousands of stone jars. This area is very famous during the Vietnam War and Secret War. Today, you can still see many vestiges even at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Phonsavan Hotel
Day 17: Phonsavan – Vieng Xay (260 km, 8 hours riding) Continue the trip to Vieng Xay- The former Pathet Lao (PL) revolutionary headquarters of Vieng Xay sit in a striking valley of fertile hills and limestone cliffs riddled with caves, several of which were used to shelter PL officers during the Second Indochina War. The town is famous for the caves in which the stoic officers and some 23, 000 people found shelter, but Vieng Xai itself is unbearably pretty. Manmade lakes spot the landscape and wildflowers explode in crimson and yellow to join the emerald and karst backdrop. The beauty of the terrain somehow underscores the decimation it suffered during the American bombing campaign. Overnight in Vieng Xay.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Vieng Xay Guesthouse
Day 18: Vieng Xay – Mai Chau (250 km, 8 hours riding) Bea In the evening, we can enjoy a local dinner and overnight in a beautiful village at the edge of a river. After dinner, you can spend the evening sitting together around a fire and join in a Thai traditional music show. In their traditional attire, typical of their culture, Thai women invite visitors to participate in the Xoe dance. To the rhythmical and ebullient music, the hosts and guests will dance for hours hand-in-hand. When they get tired, they stop for a while to drink special sticky rice liquor called "ruou can". Visitors who participate in the Xoe dance once, especially by the light of a fire at night are likely to remember it forever. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Mai Chau Homestay
Day 19: Mai Chau – Tam Coc (100 km, 4 hours riding) After breakfast, we ride to Tam Coc which is is an awesome site of giant limestone karst form
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: The Long Hotel
Day 20: Tam Coc – Hanoi (100 km, 4 hours riding) Morning boat trip to explore Tam Coc then leisurely ride to Hanoi on highway No 1. Check in on arrival and overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Boss Hotel / Superior
Day 21: Hanoi – Halong Cruise ~ 165 km by car
Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Bai Tho Junk / Deluxe
Day 22: Halong Cruise – Hanoi It is said that your Vietnam Tours will not be complete without a trip to Halong Bay and spending one night on romantic Halong Cruise. People describe Halong Bay as majestic and mysterious, inspiring and imperious and words alone cannot do justice to the natural wonder that is Halong Bay. Imagine 3000 or more incredible islands rising from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin and you have a vision of breathtaking beauty. Halong Bay is pure art, a priceless collection of unfinished sculptures hewn from the hand of nature. It is absolutely true when you get up early to catch the sunrise on the bay, doing Ta Chi on sundeck and relax with a cup of hot coffee or tea when the boat cruising to explore more of Halong Bay. All make your Vietnam Holiday with full sweet memory. Back to Halong city at around noon where Vivutravel's private guide and driver are waiting for the transfer back to Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Boss Hotel / Superior
Day 23: Hanoi Departure (B) Free time at leisure for you to wrap up your memorial Vietnam Tours until Vivutravel's private guide will see you off at the airport with the sincere thanks for traveling with Vivutravel. We hope that you have enjoyed your Vietnam Motorcycle Tours with us and look forward to welcoming your next Vietnam Tours. Vivutravel says goodbye and see you again!!! END OF UNFORGETTABLE VIETNAM & LAOS MOTORCYCLE TOUR
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ts regally overlooking a beautiful valley, lofty mountains towering over the town on all sides. Welcome to the destination in northwest Vietnam, gateway to another world of mysterious minority cultures and luscious landscapes. The spectacular scenery that surrounds Sapa includes cascading rice terraces that spill down the mountains like a patchwork quilt. The mountains are often shrouded in mist that rolls back and forth along the peaks, offering tantalising glimpses of what lies in wait on a clear day. The valleys and villages around Sapa are home to a host of hill-tribe people who wander in to town to buy, sell and trade.
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que mountains to Na Neo border gate, back to Vietnam again, continue to Mai Chau, and idyllic valley populated by mainly White Thai ethnic people and the valley is characterized with beautiful limestone mountains.
ations jutting out of the rice paddies that surround the Ngo Dong River about 9km southwest of Ninh Binh, North Vietnam. It is often labelled "The Halong Bay on land". Upon arrival, you can either do the interesting boat trip or walk around to explore the village, pagoda... Overnight in Tam Coc.
Halong Cruise must be the most beautiful tour in Vietnam for any visitors to Vietnam. This morning, after breakfast, we drive to Halong Bay (165km), Vietnam most scenic sight, a recognized World Natural Heritage Site and highlight of any Vietnam Motorcycle Tours (FAQ)
Where to ride?
A motorbike adventure is an excellent means of exploring mountain regions that few foreigners have ever been to before, allowing you a unique, face to the wind experience in Vietnam or Laos.
This part of the world is special because of an enormous network of roads, tracks and trails that are interlaced over a region remarkable for its spectacular mountains, deep valley floors, dramatic karst limestone rock formations and vast distant rice fields, not to mention the truly special experience of coming into contact with hill tribe people who are genuinely surprised and joyful to hang out with passing bikers. Take advantage of our enormous knowledge of the open ended routes available, and enjoy an adventure that is unique and flexible.
We offer Vietnam motorcycle tours in all over the northern mountains of Vietnam, down the Ho Chi Minh Trails in Vietnam, cross border trips into Laos
Best destinations for Vietnam Motorcycle Tours
Vietnam is a very beautiful country to ride motorcycle, as the scenery changes fast from one region to another and the road condition is quite good and beautiful. Looking for a motorcycle tour? Vietnam is a right country to do.
Northern Vietnam is paradise for Vietnam Motorcycle Tours where you can rural life, water buffalo wallow in green rice paddies, elegant women wearing traditional conical headwear cycle along dusty paths, amazing scenery, many different ethnic minorities and their unique habits and customs.
Can Vietnam Motorcycle Tours be customized?
Yes, we specialize in private and customized Vietnam Motorcycle tours so just tell us how long you want to ride and when, and we will make recommendations appropriate to your riding experience and aspirations.
How we tour
Vietnam is a bike rider’s country. The most preferred mode of transport are the 110-cc motorbike for the Vietnamese masses, and the large cities swarm with them. It's common to see whole families of four cruising along on a single motorbike.
Two main categories of motorbike are: scooters (automatic transmission); and four-speed motorbikes, the gears of which you shift with your left foot. The ubiquitous Honda Super Cub is a common 4-speed bike that has a semi-automatic gearbox i.e. no clutch so is relatively easy to ride.
Flexible: Our Vietnam Motorcycle Tours offer great flexibilities for riders to enjoy the tour as we customize all kinds of Vietnam motorcycle tour to meet our customer's expectation. During the tour, we can stop where they want, can stay where they like...
Safety: When you take our Vietnam Motorcycle Tours, your safety becomes our primary concern and we will endeavor to make your trip as safe and enjoyable as possible. We provide traffic lesson, local laws and various conditions which you will not have seen before in Vietnam.
Our Guides: our guides for Vietnam Motorcycle Tours are experienced, friendly, responsible... and knowing every route, road condition...
How to make a motorcycle tour in Vietnam
Below are some types of questions that may help you about what to do before making a motorcycle tour in Vietnam
What is a motorcycle?
In Vietnam, as defined by law, a motorcycle is a motor vehicle powered by a motor with a displacement of more than 50 cubic centimeters, having a seat or saddle for the use of the rider, and designed to travel on not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, but excluding a tractor or moped.
What skills do I need before I attempt to ride a motorcycle for the first time?
We provide riding lesson for the “first time” riders, to do the lesson, You MUST be able to ride a bicycle proficiently. Some of our customers are avid bicyclists, not only due to familiarity with two wheels, but also because of their fitness level. BRC students who have been "couch potatoes" for many years often find it difficult to ride for ten hours within two days. Riding a motorcycle requires a minimum level of physical strength, coordination, and energy.
How much time will I get to ride?
Each lesson is 3-4 hours of instruction with 1 hour riding time. The lessons are divided between two thirty-minute sessions. Your session starts when you put on your wakeboard and jump into the water. The 5 to 10 minutes traveling to nice water does not count as your lesson time.
Will I really know how to ride a motorcycle after a course from your company?
The riding lesson course is designed to give you the basics of operating a motorcycle and teach you proper techniques. You will learn how to practice safely. How well you ride will be determined by how often you practice and how well you practice the techniques taught to you during the course
Do I need a license if I want to travel by motorcycle in vietnam,
Vietnamese laws require riders of all motor vehicles from 49cc to have a full licence (under 175cc is A1 and from 175cc is A2, under 50cc needs road rules test certificate). If you have a car licence most of the local insurance companies consider that you can ride a motorcycle. As a result, the authorities also consider this document as acceptable. Driver licence is not a problem in Vietnam. Formally, no licence is fully valid in Vietnam. The question of having or not a motorbiking driving licence mainly concerns your insurance. On the other hand, if you are working in Vietnam under contract for at least 6 months you could easily get a local driving licence.
Traffic police generally don't stop Westerners in Vietnam to check licences simply because they don't speak good English or feel confident to deal with it. In addition, in the same time they can deal with many other Vietnamese people. Mui Ne in Southern Vietnam have been the only exception where they started checking licences.
Informally, many recent international driving licenses which include Vietnam in the country list are accepted by the traffic police on the road.
Is it safe to do motorcycle tours in Vietnam?
Vietnam is one of the safest countries to travel. However, Vietnam motorcycle tours will normally go to the remote and off the beaten paths so booking our guided Vietnam motorcycle tours is the best option.
Can women do motorcycle tours?
Yes, you can. We have women bike and you will find it so easy when riding.
What's the best duration for a motorcycle trip in Vietnam?
The perfect time frame to spend on the road is eight to fifteen days, depending on your riding skills and stamina. The wildest country lies atop the highest mountains, and they tend to be along the Chinese border. Our trips are always wide loops, so the longer the ride, the more chance we have at getting you deep into the most remote locales.
When is the best time to ride in northern Vietnam?
In the north, there's no best time to ride, as there are four distinct seasons, each with their own unique advantages. Summer runs from April to October, winter from November to March. Hottest months are June and July, coldest month is February. Expect the possibility of passing rain from April to August, while winter months are normally dry.
I hear the traffic is crazy in Vietnam. Is it safe to ride there?
Traffic in Hanoi is chaotic to the uninitiated driver. For this reason we always use the easiest roads to get out of town. We can also arrange for riders to be dropped off at the city limits by taxi where the bikes are waiting. Once out in the countryside, the level of traffic drops off remarkably and on some roads it is possible to not pass a single vehicle for the whole day. That said, it must be emphasized that the riding conditions in Vietnam are demanding which means extremely defensive driving is imperative. All riders must be very careful and be fully aware that the purpose of the trip is not to ride performance bikes hard into the bends, but rather to drive along nice and slow and enjoy the sites and sounds of the passing countryside. Motorbiking is just the link between so many facets that make up the touring experience with us – people, scenery, markets, food, drink, historical vestiges, rural life. We will send you an extensive document covering all aspects of driver safety particular to the conditions found in Vietnam. This document and constant support from your guide will make your ride as safe as possible.
Can you arrange airport pick up and accommodation in Hanoi?
Yes, we can.
Do we carry everything on the bike, or can I leave some of my luggage at "base"?
We provide you with spacious saddle bags which can carry a large amount of belongings. It's also possible to strap a further bag or rucksack onto the bike's back rack if required. Any other luggage may be left safely in storage at your hotel or our office in Hanoi waiting for your return.
What to bring for a trip?
Motorcycle trips demand far more planning than the equivalent journey in a car. Though riding provides an inherent sense of freedom, practical limitations require motorcyclists to think ahead when choosing to hit the open roads
Aquasox and/or sandals
ATM Card/Passport/credit card/Visa(s)/airplane ticket(s)/Itinerary (print it off the internet before you leave town)
Baby wipes
Backpack (medium size, to wear on a motorcycle carrying all your gear)
Bandannas (2)
Basic toiletries (shaving cream, razor, toothbrush, toothpaste, talcum powder, dental floss, toothpicks, aftershave or hand sanitizer, toilet paper, extra razor blade, contact lens cleanser, etc.)
Bathing suit
Bath towel, small
Boots (if you have them)
Camera & battery charger w/adapter plugs
Cash
Daypack or fanny pack
Duct tape (small amount rolled around a pencil stub)
Earplugs and eyeshade
Gloves
Hat
Head light
Medications (aspirin/malox/diarrhea/ etc.)
Money belt or neck pouch to carry cash/documents
Night headlamp or small flashlight
Pants, long (2 pairs-- jeans, hiking pants, etc.)
Poncho (heavy weight, that will hold up in wind on motorcycle)
Warm jackets
Shirts, long -sleeved (2, including one turtleneck, if possible)
Sleeping bag liner
Sneakers
Socks (3 pairs)
Wrapping sunglasses and lanyard
T-shirts (3)
Underwear (4)
Wash cloth
Zip-lock bags
Toolkit
Most bikes come with toolkits, but you'll want to make sure you're equipped with pliers, wire cutters, and various wrenches (including allen wrenches.) A small, all-in-one Leatherman®-style tool can be a handy complement to a traditional toolkit, and is easily accessible for quick repairs or adjustments.
Key Mechanical Spares & Lubes
Bringing along extra fuses, bulbs, spark plugs, and chain oil can make the difference between traveling securely and limping to the next service station.
Flashlight
Ever been caught in the dark? A flashlight will save you the hassle of trying to use your cell phone for illumination.
Tire Repair Kit
Blowouts are an all-too-common occurrence, and a flat kit which includes C02 cartridges for tire inflation will get you on the road again.
Duct Tape
If it's good enough for astronauts, it should be good enough for you. Unexpected mechanical failures or breaks can sometimes be held together with duct tape, providing a low-tech solution for potentially crippling problems.
First Aid Kit
A first aid kit is something you never want to be without-- whether its poison ivy or an ankle burn from an exhaust pipe, the cliché about an ounce of prevention is absolutely true. Rather than assembling your own supplies, an easier and more thorough solution is to purchase a pre-assembled kit, which will ensure that key items are not missing.
Packing
Packing for a long distance motorcycle ride is a delicate balance between bringing enough items to ensure comfort, and not overloading yourself with unnecessary weight and bulk. After you've planned your route, you'll want to check the weather forecast and get an idea of what to expect in terms the elements.
A good touring suit is an excellent investment, and when choosing your clothes, consider packing several thin layers of clothing, rather than a few thick ones. Flexibility is the key to staying comfortable; it's far better to have the option to stop and shed or add layers as necessary, than to shiver or sweat your way through what would otherwise be an enjoyable, scenic route.
Be sure to bring energy bars or trail mix and water; if hunger or thirst strikes while you're far from convenience stores or gas stations, the nourishment will come in handy and keep your riding skills sharp.
When loading up your bike, always put heavier, more solid items on the bottom and sides closer to the bike (to centralize weight.) Lighter items should go on top. If you don't have saddlebags or tank bags, you should consider using bungee nets to secure loose items. If you must travel with items secured by a bungee net, ensure that they are snug and will not get loosened by winds or g-forces. Again, placing heavier , wider, and more stable items at the bottom will provide an anchor for looser, floppier pieces (like sleeping pads or pillows.)
Finally, equip yourself well. Always wear a full-face helmet for maximum protection-- not only against accidents, but also from the elements. Full-face helmets can provide a shield from rain and cold winds, and if constructed with ventilation, can also provide a certain level of comfort in warm weather. It may feel constricting in heat, but the overall benefits of choosing safety over style are vast when considering your long-term health and well being..
Where do the tours start from?
Most of our Vietnam Motorcycle Tours are starting and ending from/in Hanoi. .
Vietnam Tour Information
1, Traveling to Vietnam with friends or family. The more people travel the better price that you can get.
2, Traveling to Vietnam in low seasons (May - September) . You might save upto 15% for accommodation, complimentary night, dinner, drink...especially early bird in some hotels & resorts.
3, Book your Indochina holiday in advance. You will be able to get promotional price from airlines (In or out Indochina and also domestic or regional flights within Indochina)
4, Book second trip with us or if you are recommended by friends, family.. you will also get discount from us.
5, Helpful information that helps us to create your Vietnam Tours & Vietnam Holidays
a) Please tell us your arrival and departure city?
b) What kind of tour you want to do (Sightseeing, Classic, Trekking, Kayaking... or combination)?
c) How many people in your group (adult / Child (age))?
d) Hotel (3 stars from US$40 - US$80, 4 stars from US$80 - US$130, standard 5 stars from US$130 - US$200, deluxe 5 stars from US$200 - US$300 per room per night)?
e) Meal Plan: Half board or full board?
f) Your estimated budget per person in USD?
