The Hanoi to Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Loop takes you through northeastern Vietnam by motorcycle. The route connects Thac Ba Lake, Ba Be Lake, Cao Bang, Ban Gioc Waterfall and Lang Son before returning to the capital. This Hanoi to Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Loop balances riding days with stops in smaller communities and time beside the region’s lakes. Routes and activities remain flexible around road conditions, weather and local access.
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Hanoi to Northeast Vietnam Motorbike Loop Overview
- Duration: 7 days, 6 nights
- Route: Hanoi → Vu Linh and Thac Ba Lake → Na Khan → Ba Be Lake → Cao Bang → Ban Gioc Waterfall and Quang Uyen → Lang Son → Hanoi
- Pick-up: Hanoi; exact meeting point confirmed before departure
- Drop-off: Hanoi
- Estimated distance: Confirmed after the final roads and stops are selected
- Riding style: Guided motorbike tour; ask about Easy Rider passenger and self-ride availability
- Accommodation: Six overnight stops; properties and room arrangements confirmed in your quotation
- Price: Contact Rew Rew Adventures for a quotation based on your group and riding style
Tour Highlights
- Ride from Hanoi toward Vu Linh village and the waterways of Thac Ba Lake.
- Follow rural roads through the Tan Trao area toward Na Khan.
- Spend a night near Ba Be Lake in a forested mountain region.
- Continue through the hills of Cao Bang toward the northern border.
- Visit Ban Gioc Waterfall when the site is accessible.
- Ride via Quang Uyen and Dong Khe toward Lang Son.
- Complete the loop in Hanoi after seven days on the road.
Estimated distance: Approximately 180 km | Riding time: Approximately 5–7 hours Leave Hanoi and ride north through farming areas and smaller towns. The roads gradually become quieter as you approach the Red River region and the broad waterways around Thac Ba Lake. Stop for lunch and regular breaks along the way. Continue to the Vu Linh area and settle in near the lake for the first night. The accommodation and any lakeside activity will be confirmed before departure. Estimated distance: Approximately 130 km | Riding time: Approximately 4–6 hours Leave Thac Ba Lake and follow rural roads through valleys, fields and small settlements. The route may pass through the Tan Trao area before continuing toward Na Khan, depending on the final roads selected. Take a lunch break and stop at historical sites only if they are open and fit the day’s timing. Arrive in the Na Khan area and settle in for the night. Rew Rew will confirm the exact overnight location. Estimated distance: To be confirmed | Riding time: Approximately 4–6 hours Ride toward Ba Be through hills and forested landscapes. Allow time for slower sections and stops as the roads approach the national park area. Arrive near Ba Be Lake and enjoy the remainder of the day at a relaxed pace. A boat trip may be possible if arrival time, weather and local services allow; Rew Rew will confirm whether it is included. Overnight in the Ba Be area. Estimated distance: Approximately 130 km | Riding time: Approximately 4–6 hours Leave the lake area and continue through mountain roads toward Cao Bang. The route passes valleys and smaller communities, with changing road surfaces that may affect the day’s pace. Break for lunch and stop where it is safe and appropriate. Continue to Cao Bang with time to rest before the following day’s journey to Ban Gioc. Overnight in the Cao Bang area. Estimated distance: To be confirmed | Riding time: A full day including the waterfall visit Ride from Cao Bang toward the border landscape around Ban Gioc Waterfall. The road moves through cultivated valleys and limestone hills before reaching the waterfall area. Visit Ban Gioc if site access and weather permit, then continue toward Quang Uyen rather than returning to Cao Bang city. Allow time for the outward ride, visit and onward journey. Overnight in the Quang Uyen area. Estimated distance: Approximately 140 km | Riding time: Approximately 4–6 hours Continue south through the Cao Bang hills toward Dong Khe and Lang Son. This section follows roads associated with the history of the northern border region, with mountain scenery along the way. Stop for lunch and discuss any historical visit with your guide according to access and timing. Arrive in Lang Son later in the day. You can explore the town independently after checking in. Estimated distance: Approximately 160 km | Riding time: Approximately 4–6 hours Leave Lang Son for the final ride back to Hanoi. Smaller roads and towns give way to busier traffic as you approach the capital, so the guide will plan breaks and a suitable arrival route. If the group prefers, spend a little time in Lang Son before departure, subject to the agreed schedule. Return to the confirmed drop-off point in Hanoi, allowing extra time before any onward flight or train.Full Description
Day 1 – Hanoi to Vu Linh and Thac Ba Lake
Day 2 – Vu Linh to Na Khan via the Tan Trao Area
Day 3 – Na Khan to Ba Be Lake
Day 4 – Ba Be Lake to Cao Bang
Day 5 – Cao Bang to Ban Gioc Waterfall and Quang Uyen
Day 6 – Quang Uyen to Lang Son via Dong Khe
Day 7 – Lang Son to Hanoi
Ask Rew Rew whether an Easy Rider passenger option is available for your dates. As a passenger, you ride behind a local guide and do not need motorbike riding experience. Experienced riders can request a guided self-ride arrangement. Rew Rew will confirm the available bike, required documents, group arrangements and price before accepting the booking.Choose Your Riding Style
Ride Behind a Local Guide
Ride Your Own Motorbike
Self-ride is intended for experienced motorbike riders. You need a valid licence for the motorcycle you will use and driving documents recognised in Vietnam, including an International Driving Permit where applicable. Rew Rew must check your documents before confirming the booking. The bike model and any related costs will be stated in your quotation.Self-Ride Motorbike Option
What’s Included
What’s Not Included
What to Bring
No. This seven-day route goes through Thac Ba, Ba Be, Cao Bang, Ban Gioc and Lang Son. Ask Rew Rew for a separate Ha Giang itinerary if that is your priority. You need experience to operate your own motorbike. If an Easy Rider passenger option is available, you can travel behind a local guide without driving experience. Ask Rew Rew about guided self-ride availability. Your experience, licence and applicable driving documents must be checked before a bike is confirmed. Check your confirmed quotation. Boat trips depend on timing, weather and local availability. Ban Gioc is planned for Day 5. The visit depends on site access, weather and the final daily schedule. The planned overnight areas are Vu Linh, Na Khan, Ba Be, Cao Bang, Quang Uyen and Lang Son. Rew Rew will confirm the exact properties and room arrangements before booking. The guide may adjust roads, stops or departure times according to local conditions. Boat trips and some viewpoints may be unavailable.Frequently Asked Questions
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