This motorcycle trip will take you to the remote areas in Northwest part of Vietnam. where you will have the opportunity to experience the real life of many ethnic groups.
Tour code: VNA 09
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau.
Day 2 : mai Chau – Phu yen
Day 3 : Phu Yen – Son La.
Day 4 : Son La – Dien Bien Phu.
Day 5 : Dien Bien Phu – Muong Lay.
Day 6 : Muong Lay – Sapa.
Day 7 : Sapa – Vu Linh.
Day 8 : Vu Linh - Hanoi.
Tour Detail:
Day 1: Hanoi - Mai Chau, 160 km, 5 hrs ride (L, D)
After breakfast, we take a taxi to get to the starting point at the outskirt of Hanoi, from here you take the bikes and start your firt day ride to Mai Chau.
Leaving Hanoi and breaking out of the delta plains, we pass through endless limestone karst scenery as we travel up to the Northwestern region, the extensive farming lands comprising a sea of paddy fields split by tree-lined roads. Arrive in Mai Chau in late afternoon, night o a stilt house of the Thais Minority peoples, dinner with the family.
Day 2: Mai Chau - Phu Yen, 170 km, 6 hrs ride (B, L, D)
We backtrack on the main a few kilometres before embarking on a new road which s down the side of a huge valley, steadily falling all the way back down to the Black River Reservoir. The 50 kilometres route has plenty of challenging surface and is prone to landslides. Much of the area is inhabited by Kinh and both Black and White Thai ethnicities. Depending on time we can complete another side road which rises up the opposite side of the valley, offering impressive views over the area on a clear day. Just before the reservoir we breach a final steep ascent and pass by communes of Dao people, before the descent to the banks of the reservoir and a ferry crossing. Once across we follow the banks of the reservoir past village all relocated before the flooding of the valley. On easy dirt road we approach the delta settlement of Phu Yen, set in the middle of a vast valley floor of paddy fields. Overnight in Phu Yen.
Day 3: Phu Yen - Son La, 130 km, 5 hrs ride (B, L, D)
On good road looking high over distant mountains we head up into a forested region populated by H’mong people before descending into a mountainous tea-growing region. Soon after we follow a long valley floor covered in a sea of rice surrounded by Black Thai villages all the way to Son La with its bargain-filled market. Overnight in Sunrise Hotel.
Day 4: Son La - Dien Bien Phu, 180 km, 7 hrs ride (B, L, D)
Continuing the road no.6 to Tuan Giao after climbing the historic Phadin Pass where dominated by the H’mongpeople. Many stop for picture. Arrive in Dien Bien Phu in the late of afternoon.
(this road is now being under construction and it hopes to be finished in the middle of year 2009). Overnight in Dien Bien Phu.
Day 5: Dien Bien Phu - Muong Lay, 120 km, 4 hrs ride (B, L, D)
Take a visit of the old French battle field, we will be heading out northwest from Dien Bien Phu the road passes isolated communities of H’mong and Thai people, whose small villages settle the bans of dark green rivers and on the steep slopes of the mountains. After lunch by a forest stream the road begins to climb up one high pass. At the top for sunset before ping sharply into the deep Lai Chau valley. Overnight in Muong Lay.
Day 6: Muong Lay - Sapa, 180 km, 8 hrs ride (B, L, D)
If the days are right then we can visit one of three busy hill tribe markets as we head straight towards the main Fansipan Mountain range. The massive mountain range dominates the road until finally we must make a splendid climb up from Binh Lu and up to the top of the highest road pass in Vietnam (Tram Ton Pass). Crossing into Lao Cai Province at over 2000m the views looks out over the main range for miles and miles, before we descend to the mountainous Sa Pa valley. Overnight in Sapa.
Day 7: Sapa - Vu Linh, 200 km, 9 hrs ride (B, L, D)
We start from Sapa and ride to Luc Yen. A boat is waiting for you to bring you and the bikes to Vu Linh, at our Dao friends' village. You will cross all the lake (~3 hours) and we estimate that you will reach the village at about 17:00. Alternatively, we can ride from Luc Yen to Vu Linh. The welcome is exceptional and we hope you will not be too much tired. Overnight in homestay.
Day 8: Vu Linh - Hanoi, 180 km, 6 hrs ride (B, L, D)
After breakfast we cruise southeast on Highway 2 and then branch off to the sleepy town of Phu Tho. We follow the edge of the Red River along the dyke, almost to the point where it merges with the Black River after which they flow together to Hanoi. By now we are very much in the lowlands of the delta plains and the north’s main agricultural areas. Harvest time here is a sea of activity. Crossing the Black River by bridge, we pass through Son Tay and then return to Hanoi on the highway.
The fact...
Climate
From July to September, the climate is usually humid and hot.
From October to June brings cooler and more pleasant weather.
Transport
- Boat.
- Vehicle.
Tour Guides
Our experienced and friendly Tour Guide(s) speak excellent English or French.
They are extremely knowledgeable about local cultures, history and the environment.
Meals
- 6 breakfasts.
- 7 lunches.
- 6 dinners.
We choose local ingredients, typical of the way people eat in the area, at local restaurants, markets or homes.
We also cater for Vegetarians but please request this at time of booking.
Accommodation
- Home stay and hotel (6 nights).
Note: To book a place on this tour,it is required 30% deposit into our bank account the rest payment must be made 10 days before the departure.
Tour includes
+ Motorbikes (Minsk 125cc or similar): 01 bike/ per person
+ All petrol (gasoline), helmet
+ Rain gear
+ Boat trip on Ba Be lake
+ Nights in the hotel in twin share room
+ Local English Speaking guide
+ All entrance fees
Tour excludes
+Visa to Vietnam
+ Any other transportations are not mentioned in the itinerary
+ Travel Insurance
+ Drinks
+ Meals are not mentioned in the itinerary
+Tip for guide
+ Other personal expenses.
What to bring
+ Passport
+ Good sunglasses
+ Good shoes for walking
+ Other personal needs and some cash for drinks or souvenirs
Have a great journey!
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