Ha Giang loop
Vietnam's final frontier: the 300+ km mountain loop above Ha Giang city — Ma Pi Leng pass, Dong Van karst plateau, Meo Vac. Done by guided motorbike, easy-rider pillion, or private car.
- How long to stay
- 4 days (3–5)
- Daily budget (mid-range)
- US$30–70
- Routes in/out
- 2
Practicalities
- Ha Giang city is 5–6h from Hanoi by limousine or sleeper bus.
- The loop itself needs 3–4 days minimum; permits for border zones are arranged in Ha Giang city.
- Cold and foggy Dec–Feb; best Oct–Nov and Mar–Apr.
Getting in & out
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