Ha Giang Loop Itinerary

Ha Giang City is the northernmost province of Vietnam. It is about 320 kilometers from Hanoi. About half of the province is low land, and the remaining half is either mountainous or having a high plateau. Most places have stunning landscapes, which when combined with the colorful locals and brilliant blossom seasons makes for a fantastic vacation destination.

This is a fantastic chance to take four days to enjoy the scenic vistas and the local ethnic culture while staying the night in local homestays and indulging in Vietnamese food along the way.

The whole distance of the loop is about 320 km, and it can be completed in about 2 days. However, it is preferable to take at least 3 days, and in this case, 5 days gives you plenty of time to see everything. It is balanced well with nearly equal driving distance and duration each day. Unless the weather forces a change in your plans, you shouldn’t feel rushed at all. You may easily return home because Ha Giang is always only 4-5 hours away.

How to get to Ha Giang

You have three way go to Ha Giang from Ha Noi:

1. By Bus just 6 hour- Price from 250,000 VND
2. Limo Van just 6 hour – Price from 420,000 VND
3. By Motorbike Rental

Renting a motorbike in Ha Giang

There are a variety of bikes for you to choose.  Two main types are manual and semi-automatic bikes. We are sure that we will provide high-quality motorcycles and great customer service in both manual and semi-automatic models.

Honda Blade (: one of the best bikes which many local people use. It is very easy to ride because it has Gear. If you want to get strong and ride faster, you change the gear on foot. On the right foot (pedal), there is a foot brake, and on the left, there is a gear shift (also a foot pedal). You use your right hand to operate the handlebar-mounted front brake.

Honda XR 150 cc($28/ day): suitable when you ride through the jungle, trail road, rocky road, off road, or dirt road. Easy to ride 

Suzuki En 150 cc ($19.5/ day): a strong motorbike that you can use to ride off road, dirt trail, and rocky road, and carry one more person on the back. Also excellent to ride up to the rocky mountain as well. Much cheaper than Honda XR 150 cc.

Suzuki HJ 125 cc ($16/ day): This type of bike is ideal for those who want to ride manually with the amount of money for rent. It is also easy to ride and powerful. It’s good enough for you to ride some off-road or rocky road.

Suzuki GD 110cc ($14/ day): smaller than the above-mentioned motorbikes. If you enjoy riding manual bikes and your body is small like a Vietnamese, this is the bike for you. It is not suitable for off-road use, but you may try it out because we are confident that it is powerful and sturdy.

Honda Airblade : one of the best and strongest automatic motorbikes in Vietnam we have, it is very suitable for mountain roads. It saves more petrol than another bike. Besides, it is also very strong. To ride this bike, you don’t need to have a lot of skills. It is very easy to handle and ride.  Therefore, it is recommended for both women and men to rent this kind of motorbike.

See more: https://hagiangloop-tour.com/danh-muc-san-pham/motorbikes-rental/

Ha Giang loop itinerary

Ha Giang loop itinerary 3 days

Day 1 (126 km): Ha Giang City – Quan Ba Pass -Yen Minh town – Tham Ma Pass – Sa Phin

Day 2 (45 km): Sa Phin – Dong Van Old Town – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac 

Day 3 (145 km): Meo Vac – Mau Due – Du Gia – Ha Giang

Ha Giang loop itinerary 4 days

Day 1 (112 km): Ha Giang City – Quan Ba Pass – Lung Khuy Cave – Yen Minh town 

Day 2 (86 km): Yen Minh town – Tham Ma Pass – Sa Phin – H’Mong King Palace – Lung Cu Flag Post – Dong Van town 

Day 3 (101 km): Dong Van town – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac – Mau Due – Du Gia 

Day 4 (73 km): Du Gia – Ha Giang City

Ha Giang loop itinerary 5 days

Day 1 (112 km): Ha Giang City – Quan Ba Pass – Lung Khuy Cave – Yen Minh town 

Day 2 (60 km): Yen Minh town – Tham Ma Pass – Sa Phin – H’Mong King Palace – Lung Cu Flag Post 

Day 3 (53 km): Lung Cu – Dong Van town – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Meo Vac 

Day 4 (73 km): Meo Vac – Mau Due – Du Gia

Day 5 (73 km): Du Gia – Ha Giang City

Here are some information about the famous places in Ha Giang: 

Quan Ba Pass and Twin mountains

The first notable feature of the Ha Giang circle after leaving the city is Quan Ba Pass. You arrive at a modest café after driving all the way to the top of the pass. an excellent location to stop for a drink. The breathtaking vista of the Ha Giang highlands, however, is the main reason to stop. It gives you a glimpse of what to anticipate in the days ahead.

Twin Mountains are commonly known as the Fairy Breast mountains. You can climb the stairs up to a viewpoint.

You next proceed to Quan Ba town, which is a great place to choose a lunch spot.

Lung Khuy Cave 

You can take a little diversion to Lung Khuy Cave along the route from Quan Ba town to Yen Minh. Lung Khuy Cave can be reached through a meandering road that ascends through stunning mountains. Even the journey to the cave is worthwhile. There are stunning stalactites and stalagmites inside the cave. A trail has been carved out through the cave, making exploration simple. The cave’s entrance cost is 50,000 VND.

Tham Ma Pass

Traveling from Yen Minh to Sa Phin, you will cross the Tham Ma Pass. It is one of the stunning mountain passes in the UNESCO Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark. ou can take pictures of this pass in a small parking area after ascending a twisting route.

Hmong King’s Palace

The Hmong Kings Palace in Sa Phin is constructed primarily of wood, stone, and terracotta tiles and is designed in the Chinese architectural style. It was one of the first structures constructed in the area and was used to defend the Vuong family against intruders. This family made a lot of money through trading products, particularly opium.

Sa Phin market

The Sa Phin market is another noteworthy feature of Sa Phin. Local minorities from outside the area congregate here to purchase, sell, and socialize with both old and new friends. It is one of Ha Giang’s four historically underdeveloped markets. 

Lung Cu Flag Tower

On top of a hill, there is an extremely tall building called the Lung Cu Flag tower. The enormous flag serves as a reminder that this is Vietnam’s northernmost point. You can view both Vietnam and China from the hilltop. It should be added that one of the best attractions of the Ha Giang loop is the route to Lung Cu and the vicinity of Lung Cu. Even if you aren’t interested in the flag tower, the drive is still worthwhile. On the route, stop at a few local minority villages. You could also spend the night in the settlement of Lung Cu.

Dong Van Old Quarter

One of the major cities in Ha Giang is Dong Van. On their Ha Giang loop, many tourists decide to spend a night here. Dong Van Old Quarter, the conserved building in the town’s historical district, dates back hundreds of years. It may be really nice to sit here and take in the atmosphere, especially at night.

Ma Pi Leng Pass

The Ha Giang loop’s Ma Pi Leng Pass is arguably the most stunning section of road. It is about halfway between Meo Vac and Dong Van. This magnificent route is directly carved into the mountainside, with sheer cliffs rising hundreds of meters above it. You can leave your motorcycle parked at the summit and walk along the ridge for some breathtaking pictures.

Nho Que river

The breathtaking view from the Ma Pi Leng Pass is Nho Que River. However, there are a few undiscovered routes that take you all the way down the river. You can take a boat trip between the pass’s tall cliffs for an hour from here.

Mau Due

From Meo Vac to Du GiaYou travel through Mau Due, a route that leads to one of the Ha Giang loop’s most stunning scenery. Mau Due is so distinct and fascinating because of the genuine, undeveloped route that connects the breathtaking mountains and rice fields. The journey from the main road to some of the area’s hidden rivers and waterfalls takes longer than an hour.

Du Gia

One of Ha Giang’s most gorgeous settlements is Du Gia. The tranquil, untainted beauty of this location, with its magnificent surrounding natural backdrop of mountains and rice fields, is its best feature. Additionally, the locals are extraordinarily kind and welcoming.

The best time to do Ha Giang Loop

You can travel to Ha Giang all year. A list of the top seasons: 

• Dry season: From December – April
• Wet season: From May – November

SUGGESTIONS: 

• Bring your ID card or Passport
• Bring any type of medicine for preventing insects and common diseases; bring your toothbrush, toothpaste and towel
• Bring enough clothes 
• Trainers or boots, an offline Google/Maps.Me app or a paper map Sufficient cash are suggested.