plan for your trip around the North of Vietnam

Hanoi → Bắc Sơn (Lạng Sơn)

160 km
Ride through peaceful countryside and limestone valleys. Overnight in Bắc Sơn Valley.
 Bắc Sơn → Quảng Uyên (Cao Bằng)

200 km
Mountain roads, quiet villages, and beautiful northern scenery.
 Quảng Uyên → Bản Giốc Waterfall → Quảng Uyên

120 km (round trip)
Visit Bản Giốc, Vietnam’s most famous waterfall, plus Nguom Ngao Cave.
 Quảng Uyên → Bảo Lạc

150 km
Remote roads, ethnic minority villages, very authentic experience.
 Bảo Lạc → Đồng Văn

160 km
One of the most spectacular mountain rides in Vietnam.

 Đồng Văn → Hà Giang (via Mã Pí Lèng Pass)

150 km
Highlight of the trip – dramatic cliffs and deep river views.
 Hà Giang → Bắc Hà

200 km
Long but rewarding ride through Hà Giang and Lào Cai provinces.
 Bắc Hà → Sa Pa

100 km
Optional Bắc Hà Market (Sunday). Cooler climate in Sa Pa.
 Sa Pa (Rest / Local Riding)

Short rides to villages, Fansipan cable car, or rest day.
Sa Pa → Mù Cang Chải

160 km
Legendary mountain passes and rice terraces.
Mù Cang Chải → Phù Yên (Sơn La)

170 km
Peaceful roads, fewer tourists, great homestays.
 Phù Yên → Mai Châu

130 km
Green valleys and Thai ethnic villages.
 Mai Châu (Relax Day)

Explore villages, rice fields, and enjoy local culture.

Mai Châu → Hanoi

140 km
Easy final ride back to the capital.

 Trip Notes
 Best bikes: Honda XR150, CB150X, Winner 150, or semi-automatic 125cc
 Suitable for intermediate riders
  Best season: September–November & March–May
  One-way or round-trip rental available from Pearl Motorbikes – Hanoi