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Ha Giang Loop: The Complete 2026 Guide
Routes, costs, permits and timing — everything in one place.
Ha Giang, Northern Vietnam
Explore the Loop with Local Riders
Experience the legendary Ha Giang Loop with our trusted local team. Authentic motorbike adventures through the karst highlands, led by the Hmong, Tay and Dao guides who call these mountains home.
[ photo: Ma Pi Leng / Nho Que ]
Why Tien Tour
Local riders. Real Ha Giang.
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Born here, raised here
Our guides grew up navigating these switchbacks. They speak the local dialects, know every market day, and have family in every valley.
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Safety, not shortcuts
12-point bike checks before every departure, full-spec adventure helmets, and a sweeper rider on every group tour.
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Authentic homestays
We partner with ethnic minority families — not hotels. You eat at their table, sleep under their roof, and leave with a friend.
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Small groups, real attention
Maximum 6 riders per guide. Always. We refuse to run cattle-call tours.
Curated expeditions
Routes for the bold
Choose your pace of adventure. From the classic 3-day loop to the deep northern frontier.
3 days Moderate
The Classic Ha Giang Loop
The iconic 3-day loop: Ma Pi Leng pass, the Nho Que river and nights in local homestays.
from $240 / pers See details →
5 days Advanced
The Deep North — 5 Days
The full northern frontier: remote passes, border villages and the wildest scenery of the loop.
from $380 / pers See details →
4 days Moderate
Frontier Trails — 4 Days
Four days balancing the must-see passes with quiet trails and villages off the standard route.
from $295 / pers See details →
How will you travel?
Whether you want to drive or be driven, we have you covered.
Easy Rider Experience
Ride pillion behind an experienced local pilot. Zero stress, all the views — perfect for photographers and first-timers.
Self-Drive Rental
Well-maintained semi-automatic and manual bikes. Ride your own machine in convoy with our guides.
Meet our riders
We are not just guides. Ha Giang is our home.
Our team is Hmong, Tay and Dao — the ethnic minorities who have lived in these mountains for generations. They are mechanics, historians, and friends who will make you part of the family for a few days.
TI VNENFR
Tien
Founder & Lead Guide
HG VNEN
Hoang
Senior Navigator
MH VNEN
Minh
Safety Officer
LH VNENFR
Linh
Cultural Guide & Fleet Manager
Field reports
What travelers say
★★★★★
“The best thing I did in Southeast Asia. Tien knows every bend in the road. We stayed in a homestay where we actually felt like guests, not tourists.”
★★★★★
“An incredible experience. The landscapes are breathtaking and the team is rare in their kindness. Thank you Hoang!”
★★★★★
“I've ridden all over the world but the hospitality of the Tien Tour team is unmatched. Local expertise at its finest.”
The field guide
Plan your loop
Practical writing from our team — when to come, what to pack, and how to ride safely.
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Planning
When is the best time to visit Ha Giang?
Month-by-month weather, rice-season and what to expect on the road.
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Safety
The Ha Giang Loop Safety Guide
Everything we teach in our 1-hour pre-ride briefing — written down for you.
Common questions
Before you ride
Do I need a motorcycle license?+
With the easy-rider option, no — a local pilot drives. To self-drive you need a valid license.
When is the best time to ride?+
September–November and March–May: clear roads and the best scenery.
Is it safe?+
Yes: small groups (max 6 per guide), bike checks, a sweeper rider, a licensed operator and insurance during the tour.
Ready to ride the Ha Giang Loop?
Talk to a local rider today — no payment until we confirm availability.