Ha Giang Bicycle tours is the final frontier in northern Vietnam with an amazing landscape of limestone pinnacles and granite outcrops. in 7 day Ha Giang Bicycle Loop in The far north of the province has some of the most spectacular scenery in the country, and the trip between Yen Minh and Dong Van, and then across the Mai Pi Leng Pass to Meo Vac is quite mind-blowing. Ha Giang should be one of the most popular destinations in this region, but its proximity to the Chinese border still keeps visitor numbers at a low level.
Ha Giang is the most attractive destination in the country, with Happiness Road, Dong Van Plateau, Khau Vai Love Market, Quan Ba Sky Gate, mysterious, majestic, twisting and winding passes. Hidden in dense clouds, far down the valley are simple and simple villages of H'mong people.
More than 200 km from Hanoi, located in the northeast of Vietnam, Ha Giang is the last province of the country to open to visitors in recent years, spectacular scenery, primeval forests, high mountains. Natural fortresses are carved into steps, the rocky plateaus are divided by fanciful stone alleys. This majestic landscape has been home to many generations of H Mong people.
The spectacular and dangerous roads in the Ha Giang rocky plateau not only challenge those who love to explore and move, but also make many people "heartbreaking" because of their amazing beauty. Nature on those roads always wears green and green clothes, full of vitality, creating a ravishing scene, both poetic and mysterious, making you dazzled in the indescribable series of emotions.
7 Days Ha Giang Adventure Cycling loop is incredible way to disclose the hidden charm of the rocky Dong Van plateau. A registered UNESCO Global Geopark, 80% of the terrain is covered by rock and it is said to contain fossils from 400 - 600million years ago. Nestled in a valley in the heart of the Rock Plateau, is the isolated town of Dong Van, very close to the Chinese border and surrounded by mountain forest and multi-coloured orchids. Meaning 'sharing culture' Dong Van is occupied by Chinese Hoa, and H'mong, Tay and Kinh People. The houses are built in Chinese style.
Day 01: Hanoi Arrival Transferring to –Ha Giang
Vietnam's beautiful and tranquil capital lies at the heart of the northern Red River Delta. It is a city of lakes and leafy boulevards that still retains an air of French colonial elegance. The fine coffee and perfect baguettes have led some to call Hanoi the 'Paris of the East' but the city's roots go all the way back to 1010 AD.
On arrival in Hanoi, you will be met and transferred to Ha Giang city for 5 hours. You will explore and enjoy pristine nature of the north Vietnam. Have lunch enroute. Following to lunch time. Our 7 Days Ha giang Bicycle Loop will start from Tuyen Quang, Cycling tours along river and through lush scenery and rustic hill tribe villge to Ha Giang city. Chek in hotel and have dinner in local restaurant.
Summary:
Activity: Picking up and Transferring and warming cycling
Accommodation: Phoenix Hotel****
Meals:L/D
Transferring distance: 260 Km. Cycling 55 Km
Day 02; Ha Giang – Quan Ba
Setting off this morning we head out of town cycling for the first 25km on relatively flat road through the landscape of terraced rice paddy fields. Passing through minority villages we cycle the next 25km up winding roads into the vast limestone mountain range with its perpendicular walls of rock, climbing 800m towards the mountain road pass “Heaven gate 1”. Have lunch emroute. Following to lunch meal, we kick off our pedals again to challenge 7 Days Ha Giang Bicycke tours in far North Vietnam with amazing pass through mountain villages sometimes covered by cloud, we will receive a friendly greeting from the local communities. From the pass we can look down at amazing views, including the famous vista of the Tam Son valley with the ‘Twin Hills and can spy Quan Ba town. Decescendingly ride to Hmong Village Resort
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Tam Son Hotel/ Hmong Village Resort
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 52 Km
Day 03; Quan Ba – Yen Minh
After recharging fully energy for new adventure day, We cycle uphill for the first few km before a descent of around 10km and then relatively flat terrain for the next 10km. It’s a challenging up and down terrain to an altitude of 1.025m before we make a final descent for the last 15km into Yen Minh. We will have the chance to see the traditional homes of the local hill tribes. The communities in this area are Chinese.
Summary:
Activity;Cycling from hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Phuong Dong Hotel
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 47 Km
Day 04; Yen Minh – Dong van
Today is great and incredible day with us whilst cycling in the heart of world listed Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark
Have hearty breakfast in hotel and take a quick visit colourful hill tribe market nearby hotel and then commence cycling on the way of Happiness road to Dong Van. You are rewarded by pristine nature and magnificent karsk Plateau scenery while cycling ascending to summit. Stop to visit and explore Hmong King Palace ( Vuong Chi Sinh Palace) and then we continue cycling to Lung Cu Pole Flag Tower. Have lunch enroute. After lunch we keep riding on back road to Dong Van Town. Upon arriving, do check in and have relax by your own.
Summary:
Activity: cycling and Visiting
Accommodation: Hoa Cuong Dong Van Hotel***
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Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 76 Km
Day 05: Dong Van – Lung Cu Plag Tower - Meo Vac
Following to hearty breakfast in hotel, our support vehicle take transfer to Lung Cu Flag Pole tower for one hour. Upon arriving of Lung Cu, take electric car to visit and explore the flag pole, take overview picturesque scenery and sublime mountain ranges. After visiting Lung Cu Landmark, we descent to cycling point where our bikes available for cycling day.
We kick off our bike on gravel road, challenge some steep passes with winding route and sharp bends to Ma Le Valley then Dong Van Town.
Upon arriving of Dong Van town, regroup for recharging energy. We continue our trip to Ma Pi Leng Pass. Enjoy 2 km on flat road before conquering incredible pass – Ma Phi Leng – Link between in two towns Dong Van and Meo Vac. It is terrific and amazing scenery when we cycle on slope of mountain to admire extraordinerary sightseeing, reflecting crystal water from Nho Que River. we challenge 7 km ascendingly ride on winding road with sharp turn to the top. Cycling descendingly 16 Km along the hillside and winding route to Meo Vac Town. Upon arriving Meo Vac do check in and relax by yourself.
Summary:
Activity: cycling and transferring
Accommodation: Hoa Cuong Meo Vac Hotel
Meals:B/L/D.
Cycling distance: 54 Km
Day 06: Meo Vac – Mau Due - Du Gia
After refueling energy for cycling day. setting off our way from hotel, we kick off our bike on tarmac road, cycle on scenic route and sublime rocky mountain scenery to Mau Due section.
We will be rewarded by outstanding sightseeing and breathtaking scenery of Dong Van Geolory park, while cycling through the core of Dong Van district. Regroup for refreshment before challenging incredible pass to Mau Due – Lung Ho summit where our picnic lunch will be available. Following to healthy meal, we hop off our bike to cycle descendingly to Du Gia village.
Summary:
Activity: Cycling from Hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Du Gia Ecohomestay
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 72 Km
Day 7: Du Gia – Minh Ngoc – Ha Giang
Enjoy delicious pancake and hot coffee for breakfast in homestay. Contemplating sunrise over the mysterious valley and dreamlike landscapes in villages.
Saying good bye our host, we commence our excited cycling day from village, setting our way to ride ascendingly to summit for 10 km then rolling down to Minh Son and Minh Ngoc Commune for picnic lunch. After filling up our energy, we commence our cycling on scenic route to admire peaceful hill tribes village on way to Minh Ngoc town.
Challenging steep pass with winding route and sharp bends to summit, refreshment with cold water and snack before descenting to Ha Giang city. (After lunch meal, spend 5 hour transfer to Hanoi via Tuyen Quang and Thai Nguyen newly High way. Upon arriving in Hanoi, Our sevices is ended. Thanks for joinng amazing cycling trip with us.)
Upon arriving of hotel do check in and discover city by yourself, have dinner and stay in in luxury hotel in Ha Giang.
Summary:
Activity: Cycling from Hotel – Hotel.
Accommodation. Phoenix hotel****or transfer back to Hanoi.
Meals:B/L/D
Cycling distance: 70 Km
Note: Hotels are subject to change due to availability. In that case we will choose equivalent hotels
Meals: if you have any specific food requirements ( vegetarian, vegan, food allergies) please inform us in advance so that we can provide notice to our restaurant, tour guide, our partners so that they can server you better. If you are a food lover, Snail Adventure tours can be your culinary guide and provide you opportunity to savor tempting local food and world famous – dishes
Tour included in:
English speaking cycling guide ( other languages upon requests)
Accommodations are based on double/ twin occupancy
Meals details in itineraries ( 6 breakfast, 6lunches, 6 dinners)
A/C transfer/ and transportation
Van or bus supported during the cycling times.
Truck supported for the group size from 6 and above.
Trek mountain bikes – 4300 with disc brake and helmets
Sightseeing excursions as outlined itineraries
Bike tour pump, bike tools, spares tubes, spare bikes
First aid kit
Cold water box, small fresh towel.
Mineral water for drinking
Fruit and snack for cycling days
Permission Paper in Ha Giang
Tour excluded in:'
International airfare
Travel insurance
Items of personal nature
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks in meals
Mineral water beyond that supplied
Optional excursions
Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry bills.
Visa fee
Departure tax
Tip for team and guide
Cost are based in USD $ and coverted to Vietnamese Dong ( VND). Therefore all costs are subject to currency fluctuations. If you wish to avoid any currency surchages should there be a change in the exchange rate, you can pay for your trip inadvance of the balance date. Please ask our reservation staff to issue an invoice for your final payment.. Please note invoice are valid for two days then rewiewed. According to exchange rates. Child rate are available.
Tour price and exchange rate are based on tour cost and exchange rate at 2023 and are subject to change. Costs shown are in American Dollar. ( USD) unless otherwise countries in Euro . we have made every effort to ensure itinerary documents accuracy at the time of going to print. However, Our company can not be held any responsible for typographical errors or errors arising from unforseen circumstance.
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Reservations are accepted on the standing that. Whilst each hotel is usually one of the most comfortable available, limitations are imposed by the itinerary to make it inevitable that sometimes the standard of accommodation may vary from place to place. Single room are generally booked for privacy than comfort and are of limited availability
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