Cao Bang & Ha Giang 4 Day Combo Easy Rider with The Loop Tours

Day 1: HA GIANG ⇀ DONG VAN: High-Altitude Horizons

1. Bac Sum Pass
   Pass by
   Master the sweeping, hairpin curves of Bac Sum Pass
2. Quan Ba Heaven Gate
   20m
   Pull over at Heaven’s Gate to overlook the spectacular, mist-veiled Fairy Bosom Hills.
3. Lung Tam Village
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Carve along the towering canyon walls flanking the turquoise Mien River down to Lung Tam, observing H'Mong artisans using centuries-old techniques to transform raw hemp into intricate art
   
   Break for a rich, traditional lunch in the bustling mountain outpost of Yen Minh.
4. Dinh Vua Meo
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Put your technical riding skills to the test on the legendary, stacked curves of Tham Ma and Chin Khoanh passes.
   
   Walk through the massive stone walls and ancient pine courtyards of the H'Mong King’s Palace, capturing a rare architectural fusion of local tribal, Chinese, and French colonial design.
5. Dong Van
   2h
   Roll into the historic frontier town and check into Loop Eco Stone Dong Van. Drop your bags and stretch out with a poolside sunset social.
   
   Share stories around the open fireplace, participate in a traditional bamboo-stick dance, taste some regional "happy water," and top off the night with an epic karaoke session hidden deep within our private stone cave!

Day 2: DONG VAN ⇀ BAO LAC: Gorges, Boats & Border Highways

1. Ma Pi Leng Pass
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Step off the beaten path to explore the raw, ancient rock chambers and hidden limestone tunnels inside Ta Lung Cave.
   
   Ride Vietnam’s ultimate cliffside highway of Ma Pi Leng. Secure the bikes to take on the dramatic Skywalk foot trail for jaw-dropping views
2. Tu San Canyon
   20m
   Grab a coffee hanging directly over the impossibly deep Tu San Canyon and the emerald Nho Que River snaking below.
3. Meo Vac
   Pass by
   Ride down the passes for a hearty local lunch in Meo Vac to recap the morning's epic vistas.
4. Nho Que River
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Descend to the banks of the Nho Que 3 river system for a massive highlight—loading our motorbikes directly onto local longtail boats. Sit back as we cruise right through the sheer canyon walls from the water level. (depend on weather & water-level)
   
   Stop at a secluded riverside hideaway. Sip on an iced drink or a classic slow-drip Vietnamese coffee while watching the river bend through the valley below.
5. Bao Lac
   3h
   Enjoy a smooth, flowing afternoon ride as the jagged gray karst fields slowly transition into the soft, lush green terraces of Cao Bang.
   
   Roll into the quiet mountain town of Bao Lac, checking into our cozy homestay partner to watch the sun set over the surrounding rice paddies.

Day 3: BAO LAC ⇀ BAN GIOC: The 14-Switchback Wall & The Great Waterfalls

1. Khau Coc Cha Mountain Pass
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Test your cornering precision on the legendary 14-switchback pass, a vertical wall of tight, stacked hairpins. Drop the bikes and take on a rugged jungle trek up to the cliff’s edge to look straight down at the entire road snaking impossibly below—an iconic frontier photo.
   
   Wind down from the peaks into the historic Ha Quang district for a heavy, revitalizing mid-tour meal.
2. Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls
   3m · Admission ticket included
   Throttle deep into the frontier plains toward the majestic Ban Gioc Waterfall. We time our arrival perfectly for the late afternoon, when the cascading water catches the warm, golden light.
   
   Board a traditional bamboo raft to glide right up to the misty, thundering foot of the multi-tiered falls, feeling the roaring spray blast off the massive drops.
   
   Cruise along the peaceful Quay Son River to check in at your homestay for the night. Enjoy a peaceful, high-vibe group dinner overlooking the quiet river, feasting on fresh, organic farm-to-table dishes.

Day 4: BAN GIOC ⇀ CAO BANG: Alpine Fields & The Eye of the Mountain

1. Vinh Quy Grass Hill
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Scale the rolling, emerald-green ridges of the Ba Quang highlands. Often called the "mini Switzerland" of Northeast Vietnam, these vast, boundless meadows offer jaw-dropping panoramic views stretching straight to the horizon.
   
   Pull over at a favorite local eatery along the backroads to share one final, authentic family-style meal together.
2. 3h
   Journey into a hidden, enclosed valley to witness Angel's Eye Mountain — a massive, perfectly circular hole pierced clean through the center of a towering limestone peak.
   
   Hike across the vibrant green Phong Nam Valley, navigate the seasonal wetlands, and climb to the top viewpoints to soak in this surreal, fairytale landscape.
   
   Cruise out of the valley and roll straight into Loop Hostel Cao Bang to return your riding gear and collect your bags. The expedition officially wraps up mid-afternoon.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness