Vietnam Motorcycle Tours

A guided multi-day ride in which you ride your own motorbike through the mountains of North Vietnam, with an English-speaking guide, a mechanic and pre-booked hotels or homestays.

With 6 days, choose the Ha Giang Loop for limestone passes and canyons, or the Northwest Loop for rice terraces and Sapa. With 8 days, the North Vietnam loop combines both; with 12 days, the grand tour adds Ban Gioc Waterfall and Cao Bang.

From US$960 per rider for the 6-day Ha Giang Loop and Northwest Loop, US$1,280 for 8 days and US$1,920 for 12 days, in a small group. Check each tour page for what is included.

Yes. You need a motorcycle licence recognised in Vietnam – a Vietnamese licence, or an International Driving Permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention that covers motorcycles – and travel insurance that covers motorcycling. Contact us before booking if you are unsure.

Our joined motorcycle tours run with 6–10 riders, a guide and a mechanic. Private departures can be arranged on request.

September to November and March to May are the best months: dry, clear and mild. Ha Giang is famous for buckwheat flowers in October–November and Mu Cang Chai for golden rice terraces in late September–early October. December–February can be cold and foggy; June–August brings heavy rain.

The mountain roads are paved but steep and winding, with trucks and changing weather, so you should be a confident rider. Daily distances are about 150–240 km, and the guide sets a steady pace.

Ask us about your options on the contact page. For short city rides with a driver, see our Vietnam Vespa Tours.