Numa Ha Giang Loop
5 Day Ha Giang and Cao Bang Tour with Numa
An extended Ha Giang and Cao Bang Easy Rider journey via Lung Cu, Lo Lo Chai, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Me Pia Pass and Ban Gioc Waterfall, finishing in Cao Bang City.
5 days / 4 nightsTour duration
Maximum 6–8Group size
CashPay on arrival
Accommodation
Your Loop accommodation is already setThis standard tour includes the standard accommodation throughout the Loop. On the booking form, you only choose your Numa Hotel accommodation for the night before departure. For private room choices throughout the Loop, choose one of our private tour options.
DormShared dorm accommodation throughout the tour
$360pp
Solo privatePrivate room for one
$430pp
Shared roomDouble, twin or triple
$400pp
Itinerary
A detailed day-by-day guide to the route, major stops and experiences. Your local team may adjust timings or activities for weather, road conditions and safety.
Day1
Ha Giang to Dong Van
Breakfast and briefing at Numa Hotel. Explore Tham Ma Pass, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, the Twin Mountains and the Dong Van Karst Plateau. Overnight in Dong Van.
08:00Breakfast and briefingDepart Numa Hotel around 09:00.
DaytimeTham Ma Pass and Quan BaMountain scenery, villages and lunch.
17:00Dong VanOld town, dinner and overnight stay.
Day2
Dong Van, Lung Cu and Ma Pi Leng to Meo Vac
Visit Lung Cu Flagpole and Lo Lo Chai village, then Ma Pi Leng Pass overlooking Nho Que River and Tu San Canyon. An optional boat trip may be possible. Overnight in Meo Vac.
08:00BreakfastDepart for Lung Cu.
DaytimeLung Cu, Lo Lo Chai and Ma Pi LengVisit landmarks and viewpoints; Nho Que boat trip subject to conditions.
17:00Meo VacDinner and overnight accommodation.
Day3
Meo Vac to Me Farmstay, Cao Bang
Travel through quiet Cao Bang countryside, visit the 14-bend Me Pia Pass viewpoint and arrive at Me Farmstay for a Vietnamese buffet dinner.
08:00BreakfastLeave Meo Vac for Cao Bang.
DaytimeMe Pia PassView the famous 14 hairpin bends and enjoy local lunch.
17:00Me FarmstayBuffet dinner and overnight stay.
Day4
Me Farmstay to Ban Gioc region
Discover Cao Bang valleys, limestone scenery and villages. Nguom Ngao Cave may be visited depending on conditions. Overnight near Ban Gioc Waterfall.
08:00BreakfastDepart Me Farmstay.
DaytimeCao Bang countrysideViewpoints, villages and possible Nguom Ngao Cave visit.
17:00Ban Gioc regionDinner and overnight stay.
Day5
Ban Gioc Waterfall to Cao Bang City
Visit Ban Gioc Waterfall on the Vietnam–China border. A bamboo raft may be possible, weather permitting. Continue through countryside after lunch to finish in Cao Bang City.
08:00Breakfast and Ban GiocVisit the spectacular waterfall.
DaytimeCao Bang sceneryPossible bamboo raft and further stops, subject to conditions.
AfternoonFinish in Cao Bang CityEnd of the five-day tour.
Please note: your route, daily plan, stops and timings may change due to weather, road or river conditions, safety considerations and other local circumstances. Your guide will keep you updated and adjust the itinerary where needed to give your group the best and safest possible experience.
Included throughout your tour
Meals Included
The meals on the tour are a mixture of local Vietnamese and familiar western dishes. Tell us about any dietary requirements when booking and our team will plan around them.
Day
1
Meals & refreshments
Breakfast, lunch and dinner according to the itinerary
✓
Vegetarian and other dietary requirements can be catered for when we are told in advance.
Important Info
✓
Border Area Permit
Foreign travellers may need a border-area permit for parts of the Ha Giang Loop. The Numa team will prepare the paperwork before your tour. Please bring your passport and follow any document instructions sent by our team.
✓
Self-Rider Documents
If you plan to ride yourself, you are responsible for carrying a valid motorcycle licence and the correct international driving permit recognised in Vietnam.
✓
What to Bring
Bring a small rucksack, ideally no larger than 35L. Your main suitcase or luggage can be stored securely at Numa Hotel. Numa provides waterproof clothing and a waterproof cover/bag for your luggage during the tour.
What's Included
✓Easy Rider
✓Fuel
✓Entrance fees
✓Helmet & protection
✓Waterproof clothing
✓Meals listed for your tour
✓1.5 litres of water per day
✓Dorm bed at Numa Hotel for every traveller on the night before the tour
✓Standard tour accommodation included throughout the Loop