3 Days Ha Giang Loop Explorers Journey

Please arrange your own travel to Ha Giang City before the tour departure.

Lila Inn can assist you with booking a round-trip bus at standard prices from Hanoi, Sapa, Ha Long, Ninh Binh, or Cat Ba. Check bus schedules and book here.

We offer free dorm bed for one night prior to the tour. If you would like to upgrade to a private room, check the availability and book here.

7:30 AM – Have breakfast, meet your guide/easy rider, and receive tour information at Lila Hostel in Ha Giang City before starting your adventure.

9:30 AM – Get to Bac Sum Pass, often likened to a giant snake slithering along steep cliffs. This dramatic mountain pass offers your first taste of Ha Giang’s raw beauty, with winding roads carved into limestone mountains that seem to touch the sky.

10:30 AM – Visit Khau Lan Waterfall, nestled within lush tropical forests, preserving its wild and majestic beauty. Feel the refreshing mist on your face as you stand before this hidden gem, surrounded by untouched nature.

12:00 PM – Arrive at Quan Ba Heaven Gate and enjoy panoramic views of Tam Son Town. Stand at this iconic viewpoint where heaven meets earth, with the famous Fairy Twin Mountains rising like mystical guardians over the valley below.

12:30 PM – Have lunch in Quan Ba, savoring authentic local cuisine.

2:00 PM – Pass by Nam Dam Cultural Village, a beautiful blend of terraced fields and primaeval forests, featuring traditional rammed earth houses of the Dao people. Witness a living museum of indigenous architecture harmoniously integrated into the mountainous landscape.

2:30 PM – Visit Linen Weaving Village, a long-standing traditional craft village of brocade weaving by the Hmong. Watch skilled artisans create intricate patterns using centuries-old techniques, and discover the stories woven into every thread.

3:30 PM – Take in the breathtaking views at Can Ty Viewpoint. This stunning vantage point reveals endless layers of mountains fading into the horizon like a traditional ink painting come to life.

4:00 PM – Sightsee rice terraces at Lao Va Chai. These golden cascading terraces, carved by generations of farmers, showcase the incredible harmony between humans and nature.

4:30 PM – Get on your way to Yen Minh and stay the night here.

7:00 PM – Enjoy a family dinner at the homestay. Taste corn wine as part of the local greeting culture, share stories, and enjoy music. Immerse yourself in authentic mountain hospitality as your hosts welcome you like family.

7:30 AM – Have breakfast, then head to Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark, a natural geological museum over 80 million years old. Journey through ancient limestone formations that tell Earth’s prehistoric story.

9:00 AM – Reach the legendary Tham Ma Pass, a historical site with continuous hairpin bends where horses were once tested for strength and endurance. Navigate this iconic pass where history and adventure collide on every curve.

9:30 AM – Continue through the steep Nine-Turn Pass and sightsee Pho Cao Valley. Marvel at the dramatic switchbacks that challenge even experienced riders, with rewards of spectacular valley views at every turn.

10:30 AM – Visit Lao Xa Village and check out the unique rammed earth houses and the silver carvings of the H’mong people. Step into a world where ancient traditions thrive, and discover the exquisite craftsmanship of local silversmiths.

12:30 PM – Have lunch in Sa Phin, refueling for the afternoon adventures.

2:00 PM – Pass by Lo Lo Chai Village, check in with the iconic Lung Cu Flag Tower in the background. Capture unforgettable photos with Vietnam’s northernmost flag tower standing proud against dramatic mountain peaks.

2:30 PM – Get to the Vietnam-China Border and the Northernmost Point of Vietnam, enjoy the panoramic view of the vast mountains and rivers below. Stand at the roof of Vietnam where two nations meet, feeling the magnitude of the endless mountain ranges stretching before you.

3:00 PM – Pass by the ancient Ma Le Village, home to the Giay people. Then stop at Khe Lia Viewpoint to enjoy the serene terraced view. Discover another ethnic minority’s unique culture while taking in peaceful agricultural landscapes.

3:30 PM – Pass through Thien Huong Village, check in with the ancient banyan tree and head towards Dong Van Ancient Town. Photograph the magnificent centuries-old tree that has witnessed generations of mountain life.

4:30 PM – Check in to your homestay in Dong Van Town, a charming stone town frozen in time.

7:00 PM – Enjoy a family dinner at the homestay. Taste corn wine as part of the local greeting culture, share stories, and enjoy music. Experience genuine mountain hospitality with home-cooked meals and traditional performances.

7:00 AM – Have breakfast and visit the Dong Van Ethnic Market (Sunday mornings) to experience local culture and buy unique handicrafts and food. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere where ethnic minorities gather to trade, socialize, and showcase their colorful traditional costumes.

8:30 AM – Conquer the stunning Ma Pi Leng Pass, known as the “King of Passes” with extremely sharp hairpin bends for spectacular mountain views. Prepare for the ride of your life on Vietnam’s most legendary mountain pass, carved by soldiers into sheer cliff faces with dizzying drops and unparalleled vistas.

9:30 AM – There are 2 options for you:

• Option 1: Hike 5 km to White Cliff for unmatched panoramic views of the Nho Que River, Tu San Canyon and surrounding landscapes. Trek to this spectacular viewpoint where the emerald river winds through the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia.

• Option 2: Enjoy a boat ride (about 30 minutes) on the emerald Nho Que River, sightseeing the Tu San Canyon, the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia. Glide through crystal-clear turquoise waters flanked by towering 800-meter cliffs, experiencing the canyon’s grandeur from a unique perspective (Boat tickets are self-funded).

12:00 PM – Stop to enjoy the view at the iconic M-shaped Pass. Capture photos of this perfectly symmetrical double hairpin bend that has become an Instagram sensation.

12:30 PM – Have lunch at Mau Due Village, enjoying local flavors in this peaceful mountain hamlet.

2:00 PM – Sightsee at tranquil Duong Thuong Valley, where ancient houses lie beneath towering mountains. Discover this hidden valley where time seems to stand still, with traditional stone houses nestled in a pristine mountain amphitheater.

3:30 PM – Visit A Boong Waterfall and take a dip in this peaceful oasis hidden in the forest. Cool off in the refreshing natural pool beneath this beautiful cascade, the perfect reward after days of adventure.

5:00 PM – Return to Ha Giang City to complete your adventure, carrying memories that will last a lifetime.