Stunning Ha Giang Loop: Easy riders Tour 3D2N from Hanoi, Sapa

When you leave the city, the first real highlight of the Ha Giang loop is Quan Ba Pass. Driving all the way to the top of the pass brings you to a small café. A great place to have a stop for a drink and toilet visit. But the real reason to stop is for a stunning view over the mountains of Ha Giang. It is the first impression of what you can expect for the coming days. After that you ride down the mountain pass to Quan Ba town and stop half way at a parking area. It is easy to pass it, because there is not immediately something to see. But from here you can climb the stairs up to a viewpoint with a scenic view over the Twin Mountains, also referred to as the Fairy Breast mountains.

The route from Yen Minh to Sa Phin brings you over the Tham Ma Pass. This mountain pass is one of the impressive mountain passes in UNESCO Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark. A winding road up brings you to a small parking area were you can take photos of this pass

The Hmong Kings Palace in Sa Phin, is a built in Chinese architectural style, with mainly wood, stone and terracotta tiles. It is one of the oldest buildings in the region, used to protect the Vuong family from attacks. This family became rich by dealing goods, especially opium

Dong Van is one of the main towns in Ha Giang. Many travelers choose to stay here for a night during their Ha Giang loop. The historical part of town is called Dong Van Old Quarter, with a preserved architecture dating back hundreds of years. Especially at night it can be very cozy to sit here and enjoy the atmosphere. Behind the Old Quarter is an old French Fort on top of a mountain, with views over the city and mountains.

The Ma Pi Leng Pass is probably the most impressive part of road of the Ha Giang loop. It lies between the towns of Dong Van and Meo Vac. This epic road is directly carved into the side of the mountain, with hundreds of meters high steep cliffs. You can park your motorbike on the top to take a walking path along the ridge to take some amazing photos.

Ride along the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass, one of the most spectacular mountain roads in Vietnam. Enjoy dramatic limestone cliffs, deep valleys and breathtaking views of the Nho Que River.

Visit Lung Cu Flag Tower, one of the most iconic landmarks in northern Vietnam, then explore nearby ethnic minority villages to experience local life, traditional houses and the beautiful mountain landscapes of the Dong Van Karst Plateau.

Meo Vac market If you are lucky and be in Meo Vac on Sunday, you are up for a threat. The Meo Vac market is the biggest minority market in Ha Giang and one of the most impressive markets in Vietnam. It starts very early in the morning and gets less busy at around 11:00 PM. There is a part with livestock, where people bring their animals, not just to sell, but also to show off. Outside in the streets are a lot of stalls selling anything, from local products to even cell phones. The indoor market is used as a large food market, including fresh food and small stalls where they prepare the food on an open fire.

Nho Que river is part of the magnificent view from the Ma Pi Leng Pass. But there are also a few hidden roads that bring you all the way down the river. From here you can take a one hour boat trip between the high cliffs of the pass.

Visit Lung Tam, a traditional H’Mong weaving village, and discover how local women turn hemp into beautiful handmade textiles using traditional techniques passed down through generations. A great chance to meet local people and experience authentic village life.

Visit Thon Tha, a peaceful Tay ethnic village near Ha Giang, surrounded by rice fields and green mountains. Explore traditional stilt houses, meet local families and experience authentic village life.