Private & Guided

2 Days-1 Night Ha Giang Loop

Name: 2 Days-1 Night Ha Giang Loop
Brand: TVPalm
Availability: InStock

Epic Mountain Journey by Motorbike

2 Days/ 1 Night

Small group

Local guides

Private rooms

Tour Details

Tour Information

Duration

2 Days / 1 Night

Group size

2 - 8 guests

Transport

Motorbike (easy rider )

Difficulty

Moderate

Daily distance

Approx. 120–160 km/day

Language

English / Vietnamese

Start/End

Hanoi – Ha Giang – Hanoi

Accommodation

Private rooms (ecolodge, hotel/ homestay)

This Ha Giang loop 2 days tour is designed to deliver a full, balanced, and responsible experience. Led by local guides from the Tây Côn Lĩnh Sustainable Ecotourism Cooperative, the journey takes you beyond crowded routes into remote valleys, 300-year-old ethnic villages, and legendary mountain passes.

We prioritize “Slow Travel”—giving you time to breathe, connect with Dao and Hmong communities, and experience the best of the ha giang loop in 2 days.

Tour Highlights – Why This Tour

Scenic Exploration: Off-the-beaten-path roads and quiet valleys away from mass tourism on your ha giang loop 2 days journey.
Local Soul: Native guides born and raised in Ha Giang with intimate regional knowledge to lead your way.
Iconic Landmarks: Visit Hmong communities, Ma Pi Leng Pass, and Nho Que River—essential highlights of the ha giang loop in 2 days.
Guaranteed Privacy: Enjoy the comfort of a private room every single night.
Eco-Commitment: A 100% no-plastic policy and direct support for local reforestation.

Who This Tour Is For / Not For

Perfect for:

First-time visitors wanting a comprehensive experience
Active travelers who enjoy long, scenic mountain rides
Couples and small groups seeking privacy and authenticity

Not suitable if:

You expect 5-star luxury resorts or high-end city hotels.
You prefer short, urban sightseeing over long mountain drives

Gear up and receive a safety briefing before hitting the road. (If you already in Ha Giang city, our easy rider will pick you up to the TVPalm Ecolodge)
Conquer the winding Pac Sum Pass.
Reach Heaven Gate (Quan Ba), take photos of the famous Twin Mountains
Savor a delicious lunch in Yen Minh Town featuring local organic ingredients.
Tackle the legendary Tham Ma Pass (9-Turn Pass), a photographer’s favorite and a true test for riders.
Explore the Hmong King’s Palace (Vuong Mansion) in Sa Phin.
Check into your private room in Dong Van Town and freshen up.
Spend your evening exploring the Dong Van Old Quarter or enjoying a coffee at “Café Phố Cổ.”

Spotlight: Conquering the legendary Tham Ma Pass. This zig-zagging masterpiece of mountain engineering offers the most iconic photo opportunity in Northern Vietnam

Accommodation & Meals

Accommodation: Private rooms at handpicked ecolodges, hotel or traditional homestays
Breakfast: Served at your accommodation or at local house
Lunch: Traditional home-cooked meals by local families at regional restaurants
Dinner: Hearty family-style meals at homestays or guesthouses

Ride along the Happiness Road toward Ma Pi Leng Pass. At 2,000m elevation, this is the most majestic part of the Loop.
Continue along the secretive and scenic M-Road, bypassing the main routes to reveal untouched landscapes and vibrant tribal life.
Lunch in Yen Minh. Refuel in a quiet town surrounded by pine forests and rice fields.
Ride back through Quan Ba, passing the familiar mountain silhouettes and rural life scenes, before descending into Ha Giang city.
17:00 – Arriving back in Ha Giang City. Return to TVPalm Ecolodge to shower, relax, and store your gear.
19:00 – 21:00: Depending on your schedule, board your luxury sleeper bus for the return journey to Hanoi.

Spotlight: Standing atop the 2,000m-high Ma Pi Leng Pass. Gaze down at the turquoise Nho Que River carving through Tu San Canyon—the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia.

Responsible Travel & Community Impact

Your journey directly supports the Tay Con Linh community:
- Zero Waste: No single-use plastic policy.
- Reforestation: A portion of revenue funds our annual tree-planting program
- Education: We fund tourism skills and language training for local people

Investment

Tour Pricing

Ha Giang Loop 2 Days/ 1 Night

Option 1

From $225

No Hanoi transfer
Standard motorbike
Private room
Start: TVPalm Ecologe

Option 2

From $281

Limousine / Sleeper Bus
Standard motorbike
Private room
Best offer

Option 3

From $340

Luxury transfer included
Honda XR150 dirt bike
Private room
Premium experience

Booking & Payment

Advance booking is required to secure your spot. Once your reservation is received, our team will send an invoice via email within 1 business day. To confirm your booking, please complete a 30% deposit within 72 hours.

Accepted Payment Methods

Bank Transfer (VND or USD)
PayPal
Revolut
Wise

Recommended Low-Fee Options for International Guests To avoid high international bank fees, we recommend using Revolut or Wise. Both platforms offer fast transfers at significantly lower costs than traditional banks.

How to Pay via Revolut

Open the Revolut app → go to Exchange and convert your currency (EUR/GBP/USD) to VND first (to get better rates).
Tap Transfer → New → Add Bank Recipient.
Select Business and choose Vietnam as the destination country.
Make sure to select VND as the sending currency.
Enter the account details from your invoice and include your Invoice Number + Full Name in the reference.
Complete the transfer and send us a screenshot or PDF of the confirmation.

How to Pay via Wise

Open Wise → start a new transfer to Vietnam in VND.
Enter the bank account details provided in your invoice.
In the reference field, include your Invoice Number and Full Name.
Complete the transfer and send the confirmation to us.

After Payment

Send proof of payment (screenshot or PDF) to info@tvpalm.com or via WhatsApp.
Within 24 hours of receiving your confirmation, we will issue an official booking confirmation email with your final itinerary, packing list, and trip details.

Important Notes

The 30% deposit is non-refundable but transferable to another TVPalm tour within 6 months (subject to cancellation policy).
All payments must be completed before the tour departure date.

Cancellation, Postponement, and Refund Policy (EU-Friendly)

We understand that plans can change. Our policy is designed to be fair to both our guests and our local team, who commit time and resources to prepare every journey.

1. Standard Cancellation

30+ days before departure: Full refund (minus non-refundable deposit and transaction fees).
15–29 days before departure: 70% refund of the total tour price.
7–14 days before departure: 50% refund of the total tour price.
Less than 7 days before departure or No-show: No refund. All logistics, guides, vehicles, and permits are already confirmed and paid for.

2. Flexible Postponement (Recommended)

15+ days before departure: Free postponement. You may reschedule your tour within 6 months at no additional cost.
7–14 days before departure: Postponement is possible with a 30% adjustment fee to cover changes in guides and logistics.

3. Force Majeure In the event of circumstances beyond our control (such as natural disasters, floods, landslides, road closures, epidemics, or serious health issues supported by medical documentation), guests may choose either:

A full refund (minus bank transaction fees of approximately 2–5%), or
A free postponement to a later date.

4. Deposit Policy A non-refundable deposit of 30% of the total tour value is required to confirm your booking. This deposit can be transferred to another TVPalm tour or ecolodge stay within 6 months, provided cancellation is made at least 15 days before the original departure date.

5. Special Conditions

International travelers: If you can provide proof of flight changes, we offer an additional 3-month postponement window.
Repeat guests: You are entitled to one free postponement and priority rescheduling.
All cancellation and postponement requests must be submitted in writing (email or confirmed message).

Important Note Our local team and partners begin preparations well in advance. Late cancellations directly impact their income and our operational costs. We appreciate your understanding.

Terms & Amendments

Our policies are designed to be clear, fair, and practical for both guests and our local operations.

Deposit A non-refundable deposit of 30% of the total tour value (or a minimum of VND 500,000 for day tours) is required to confirm the booking and cover preparation costs. This deposit can be transferred to another TVPalm tour within 6 months if cancellation is made at least 15 days before the original departure.

Notification All changes, cancellations, or postponements must be submitted in writing (via email or confirmed message) to ensure proper documentation and timing.

Insurance We strongly recommend that all guests purchase personal travel insurance. TVPalm provides basic tour insurance covering accidents and emergency medical treatment during the trip. However, this does not cover trip cancellation or personal reasons for not joining.

Policy Updates Terms may be updated seasonally (particularly during the rainy season from June to September) or in accordance with Vietnamese tourism regulations. Guests are advised to review the latest policies on our website before confirming a booking.

Amendments & Adjustments

Written requests for date changes or service customizations made more than 15 days before departure are free of charge.
Requests made within 15 days may incur an adjustment fee of VND 1,000,000 to cover additional logistics and coordination costs.

Participant Substitution You may transfer your booking to another person free of charge, provided the request is made at least 3 days before departure and the new participant meets the tour’s health and fitness requirements.

Family & Special Needs We are happy to accommodate families with children or seniors. In many cases, we can arrange a switch from motorbike to private car tours to ensure safety and comfort. Please inform us in advance so we can prepare accordingly.

During the Tour If a guest is unable to continue due to health reasons, our guides will assist with a safe return. Please note that unused portions of the tour are non-refundable.

Day by Day

Detailed Itinerary

Day 0: Hanoi – Ha Giang – TVPalm Ecolodge

07:00 AM/ 4:00 PM: Pick-up in Hanoi Old Quarter by Limousine to Ha Giang. Enjoy the changing landscapes with a break along the way.
After 6 hours of journey, check-in private room in TVPalm Ecolodge for rest

You can choose a night bus with a luxury private sleeper bus in the evening pick-up from 20:00 to 21:00, please request on booking in advance.

Spotlight: Trading the urban bustle for the serenity of TVPalm Ecolodge

Day 1: Ha Giang City – Heaven Gate – Yen Minh – Hmong King’s Palace – Dong Van

Gear up and receive a safety briefing before hitting the road. (If you already in Ha Giang city, our easy rider will pick you up to the TVPalm Ecolodge)
Conquer the winding Pac Sum Pass.
Reach Heaven Gate (Quan Ba), take photos of the famous Twin Mountains
Savor a delicious lunch in Yen Minh Town featuring local organic ingredients.
Tackle the legendary Tham Ma Pass (9-Turn Pass), a photographer’s favorite and a true test for riders.
Explore the Hmong King’s Palace (Vuong Mansion) in Sa Phin.
Check into your private room in Dong Van Town and freshen up.
Spend your evening exploring the Dong Van Old Quarter or enjoying a coffee at “Café Phố Cổ.”

Spotlight: Conquering the legendary Tham Ma Pass. This zig-zagging masterpiece of mountain engineering offers the most iconic photo opportunity in Northern Vietnam

Gear up and receive a safety briefing before hitting the road. (If you already in Ha Giang city, our easy rider will pick you up to the TVPalm Ecolodge)
Conquer the winding Pac Sum Pass.
Reach Heaven Gate (Quan Ba), take photos of the famous Twin Mountains
Savor a delicious lunch in Yen Minh Town featuring local organic ingredients.
Tackle the legendary Tham Ma Pass (9-Turn Pass), a photographer’s favorite and a true test for riders.
Explore the Hmong King’s Palace (Vuong Mansion) in Sa Phin.
Check into your private room in Dong Van Town and freshen up.
Spend your evening exploring the Dong Van Old Quarter or enjoying a coffee at “Café Phố Cổ.”

Spotlight: Conquering the legendary Tham Ma Pass. This zig-zagging masterpiece of mountain engineering offers the most iconic photo opportunity in Northern Vietnam

Day 2: Dong Van – Ma Pi Leng Pass – Nho Que River – Du Gia Village

Ride along the Happiness Road toward Ma Pi Leng Pass. At 2,000m elevation, this is the most majestic part of the Loop.
Continue along the secretive and scenic M-Road, bypassing the main routes to reveal untouched landscapes and vibrant tribal life.
Lunch in Yen Minh. Refuel in a quiet town surrounded by pine forests and rice fields.
Ride back through Quan Ba, passing the familiar mountain silhouettes and rural life scenes, before descending into Ha Giang city.
17:00 – Arriving back in Ha Giang City. Return to TVPalm Ecolodge to shower, relax, and store your gear.
19:00 – 21:00: Depending on your schedule, board your luxury sleeper bus for the return journey to Hanoi.

Day-by-Day Intensity Snapshot

Day	Riding Time	Difficulty	Key Highlights	Overnight
Day 0	Transfer	Easy	Limousine or night Luxury Sleeper bus transfer Hanoi to Ha Giang	TVPalm Ecolodge
Day 1	~7 hrs (Riding)	Moderate	Tham Ma Pass & Hmong King’s Palace	Dong Van Town
Day 2	~8 hrs (Riding)	Moderate +	Ma Pi Leng Pass & Nho Que River	Hanoi (Transfer)

What's Covered

Included / Excluded

Before You Travel

Useful Information

Safety & Fitness

Safety & Fitness

We take great care in ensuring every participant has a safe and enjoyable experience on our Ha Giang Loop tours. Below is detailed information to help you understand the nature of the tour and choose the most suitable travel option.

Tour Nature & Physical Demands Our loop tours involve traveling on mountain roads with some winding sections and occasional short walks or hikes along the way (typically 1–3 km per day). While the experience is adventurous, it is designed to be accessible for guests with a reasonable level of fitness and mobility.

Health & Fitness We suggest that participants have a moderate level of fitness and be able to walk comfortably for around 5 km in one hour. If you have any health conditions or concerns about your physical ability, please let us know in advance. Our team is happy to discuss your situation and help you select the most appropriate option.

Age & Travel Options

We welcome guests of all ages and offer flexibility between motorbike and SUV/private car options:

Motorbike option (as pillion): Suitable for guests who enjoy riding on the back of a motorbike and feel comfortable on mountain roads. Many active guests in their 60s and beyond continue to enjoy this option.
SUV / Private Car option: Offers greater comfort and is often preferred by families traveling with children, seniors, or guests who would like a more relaxed journey.

Children (ages 6–15): Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The SUV option is generally more suitable for this age group due to the nature of mountain roads.

Guests aged 60 and above: Many of our guests in this age group comfortably travel as pillion on motorbikes. However, the SUV option provides more comfort and less physical demand if preferred. We are happy to accommodate your choice based on your comfort level.

Daily Safety Practices Each morning, our guides hold a short safety briefing to go over the day’s route, current weather, and road conditions. We monitor conditions throughout the day and make adjustments when needed to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort. Helmets are provided and must be worn at all times when riding.

Support During the Tour Our guides carry first aid kits and are experienced in managing situations on remote mountain routes. We have identified medical facilities along our routes and maintain clear communication protocols in case of any unexpected events. Our priority is to support every participant and respond thoughtfully to any situation that may arise.

A Note on Preparation Mountain travel involves some inherent variables, such as weather and road conditions. We prepare thoroughly for each tour and make every effort to ensure a smooth and safe journey. We also encourage guests to have appropriate personal travel insurance that covers adventure activities.

If you have any questions about your suitability for the tour or would like to discuss which option works best for you, please feel free to reach out. We are always happy to help.

Preparation & Packing List

To help you prepare for a comfortable and enjoyable journey on the Ha Giang Loop, we have put together this practical packing guide. The mountain weather can change quickly, so we suggest packing thoughtfully for varying conditions throughout the day.

Clothing

Lightweight, quick-dry clothing for daily wear.
A windproof and waterproof jacket (highly recommended, as sudden rain is common).
A warm layer such as a fleece or light down jacket for early mornings and evenings, when temperatures can drop significantly.
Swimwear, if you would like to swim in local waterfalls or streams along the route.

Footwear

Sturdy trekking shoes or sports sneakers with good grip. These are important for both riding comfort and occasional walks on trails or uneven terrain.
Comfortable sandals or flip-flops for relaxing at the ecolodge or during breaks (these are not suitable for riding or trekking).

Personal Essentials

Sunscreen with high SPF.
Insect repellent (especially useful in the evenings).
Polarized sunglasses to reduce glare from mountain roads.
Personal medications and a basic first aid kit (such as plasters, pain relief, and any prescribed medication).
Hand sanitizer and wet wipes.

Luggage

A small, comfortable daypack for items you will need during the day (water, jacket, sunscreen, camera, etc.).
Larger suitcases or heavy luggage can be safely stored at TVPalm Ecolodge for the duration of the loop tour at no extra charge. We recommend traveling light for the motorbike or SUV journey.

Additional Useful Items

Power bank and charging cables.
Universal travel adapter (Vietnam uses Type A, C, and F plugs).
Reusable water bottle.
Lightweight scarf or buff (useful for dust and sun protection).
Small towel or quick-dry microfiber towel.
Cash in small denominations (useful in remote villages and for local purchases).

A Note from Our Team Mountain weather in Hà Giang can shift quickly between sun, rain, and cooler temperatures, especially at higher elevations. We encourage you to pack layers and be prepared for changing conditions. Our guides are always happy to offer advice on what to bring based on the current season and forecast.

If you have any questions about what to pack or need help deciding on specific items, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you prepare for a smooth and enjoyable trip.

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Journey at a Glance

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Duration

2 Days / 1 Night

Start / End

Hanoi

Difficulty

Moderate

Group Size

2 - 8 guests

From

US 225 / person

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