What fitness level do I need?

A moderate fitness level is needed. You should be comfortable walking 6–8 km daily on mountain trails and cycling short distances. The motorbike portion can be done solo or as a passenger.

Bring trekking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, swimwear, a daypack, refillable water bottle, sun protection, personal medicine, and a flashlight.

Is it safe to ride a motorbike if I’m inexperienced?

Yes. You can ride your own semi-automatic bike or ride on the back of a local guide’s motorbike (no license required for backseat option). Helmets are included.

Can I skip the cycling or motorbike part?

Yes, we can customize the itinerary with a car transfer instead of cycling or riding a motorbike. Please inform us in advance.

Are the homestays private?

Homestays offer private rooms where available, but some may be shared with fellow travelers depending on group size and availability.

When is the best time to join?

Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) offer the best weather and scenery: lush or golden rice terraces and clear skies.

Yes, kids 5+ are welcome if accompanied by an adult. The program can be adjusted in terms of trekking difficulty for families.

How do I book this tour?

Use our website booking form or email us. A 30% deposit confirms your spot. We accept bank transfer

4D3N Ha Giang trekking – Cycling – Motorbike tour

Explore the best of Ha Giang’s wild landscape and ethnic culture in just four days. This adventure combines guided trekking through terraced rice fields and minority villages, refreshing swims beneath jungle waterfalls, scenic countryside cycling, and a breathtaking motorbike loop through Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark. Perfect for travelers who want to go off the beaten path and connect deeply with northern Vietnam’s highland soul.

Accomodation
Homestay/Hotel
Departure City
Ha Giang city
Arrival City
Ha Giang city
Transportation
Bike cycle, Motorbike/Car
Group Size
2 - 8
Destinations
Dong Van Old Quarter
Activities
Cultural exchange

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26 km of mountain trekking through palm forests, rice terraces, ancient tea plantations, and bamboo jungles
Homestays with Black Dao and Tay families in traditional wooden houses
Cycle along peaceful village roads to swim at Ha Thanh Waterfall
Ride the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass & explore Dong Van Karst Plateau by motorbike
Swim at Du Gia Waterfall and meet Hmong and Tay locals in remote villages
Enjoy home-cooked meals, “happy water,” and cultural exchange under the stars

Day 01 :

Full-Day Trekking Through Rice Terraces & Ethnic Villages

Route: Ha Giang City → Thon Tha → Lung Vai → Sa Phin (~16 km trek)

After breakfast in Ha Giang, drive to Thon Tha village, a peaceful Tay ethnic community. Begin your trek through palm forests, buffalo trails, and layered rice terraces toward Lung Vai.
Stop for lunch at a Black Dao family home nestled between mountain views and rice paddies.
Trek onward to Sa Phin, passing ancient green tea groves and bamboo forest filled with tropical flora and fresh mountain air.
Arrive in Sa Phin village by sunset. Enjoy a village walk, traditional dinner, and overnight homestay with a Dao family.

Stay: Black Dao homestay in Sa Phin

Day 02 :

Trekking, Swimming, and Cycling

Route: Sa Phin → Phuong Tien (~10 km trek) → Ha Thanh Waterfall (~10 km cycling) → Thon Tha

Morning trek downhill to Phuong Tien, with panoramic views of Ha Giang’s most stunning rice terraces.
Enjoy lunch at Phuong Tien community center.
Afternoon cycling tour through Tay villages, past stilt houses and golden fields.
Swim at Ha Thanh Waterfall, a hidden gem surrounded by jungle.
Short ride back to Thon Tha village for a second cozy homestay with a Tay family.

Stay: Tay homestay in Thon Tha.

Day 03 :

Motorbike to Hidden Waterfalls & Explore Dong Van Geopark

Route: Thon Tha → Du Gia Waterfall → Meo Vac (motorbike ~90 km)

Ride to Du Gia, stopping to meet local Tay and Hmong villagers.
Swim at Du Gia Waterfall, a nature reserve with pristine mountain water.
Lunch in Du Gia, then ride onward through the awe-inspiring Dong Van Karst Plateau, a UNESCO Global Geopark.
Reach Meo Vac by evening for dinner and a night in town.

Stay: Hotel or homestay in Meo Vac

Day 04 :

Scenic Ride Back via Ma Pi Leng Pass

Route: Meo Vac → Ma Pi Leng Pass → Dong Van → Yen Minh → Quan Ba → Ha Giang City (~155 km)

Ride the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass, with jaw-dropping views over deep valleys and limestone peaks.
Stop at Tham Ma Slope, Moon Surface viewpoint, and Quan Ba Heaven’s Gate.
Lunch in Yen Minh town.
Return to Ha Giang City around 5 PM. Rest and shower before your onward travel.

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