Ha Giang Loop 4 Days 3 Nights – Tour Overview
Your tour start date = Day 1 in Ha Giang City
Example: if you book a tour start date of 10 October, take the bus to Ha Giang on 9 October.
The Ha Giang Loop 4 days tour is the complete version of Vietnam's most famous road trip. Three nights give you time for the places shorter loops rush past or skip entirely: a trek into Lung Khuy Cave, the Lo Lo Chai earthen-house village below Lung Cu Flag Tower, a 1.5-hour boat trip through Tu San Canyon on the Nho Que River, and a slow final morning swimming at Du Gia waterfall.
This Ha Giang Loop 4 days 3 nights itinerary runs through the whole Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark: Bac Sum Pass, Quan Ba Heaven Gate, Tham Ma Pass, the H'Mong King's Palace, Lung Cu (Vietnam's northernmost point), the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass and Skywalk, the M-shaped road at Sung Trai, the quiet Du Gia valley and the forest road home through Thai An. You'll spend three nights in local homestays in Yen Minh, Dong Van and Du Gia, with home-cooked dinners, music and plenty of "happy water".
The tour starts at 08:00 on Day 1 in Ha Giang City. Travel up the day before (Day 0) by day bus or night bus. Your Day 0 night at Loop Trails Hostel is included, so you start Day 1 rested, fed and briefed. Ride as a passenger with an Easy Rider, ride your own motorbike behind a guide, or travel in comfort by Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. The stops, meals and homestays are the same whichever you choose.
Easy Rider
Sit back on the back of a motorbike while an experienced local driver handles every pass. Best for first-timers and photographers.
Self-drive
Ride your own semi-automatic or manual motorbike in the group, with a guide leading the way. Requires riding experience and a valid licence.
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
Same route and stops in a modern 4x4 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (not an old army jeep), with a professional driver and an English-speaking guide. Great for couples, families and non-riders.
Why Choose the 4-Day Ha Giang Loop
What you get on the 4-day loop that most 3-day loops don't include.
Nho Que River boat trip (1.5 h)
Cruise the emerald river through Tu San Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in Southeast Asia.
Ma Pi Leng Skywalk trek (3 km)
Walk the cliff-edge path above one of Vietnam's "four great passes".
Lung Cu & Lo Lo Chai village
Stand at Vietnam's northernmost flag tower, then wander a Lo Lo village of traditional rammed-earth houses.
Du Gia – the quiet side of the Loop
Rice-field views at breakfast and a morning swim at Du Gia waterfall, far from the tour crowds.
Lung Khuy Cave & Lung Tam linen village
Trek to Quan Ba's most beautiful cave and watch H'Mong women weave and indigo-dye hemp linen.
Duong Thuong valley & Thai An forest road
A scenic, off-the-beaten-path way back to Ha Giang instead of retracing Day 1.
Ha Giang Loop 4 Days Itinerary
Your tour start date = Day 1 in Ha Giang City
Example: if you book a tour start date of 10 October, take the bus to Ha Giang on 9 October.
Travel to Ha Giang · The Day Before Your Tour Starts
Day 0 is not a tour day. It is the day you travel up to Ha Giang City, the day before your Ha Giang Loop 4 days tour starts. Take a day bus (departures from 07:00) and arrive the same afternoon or evening, or a night bus (departures until about 21:00) and arrive in the early morning. Either way, check in to your dorm bed at Loop Trails Hostel (this night is included) and rest before the tour begins at 08:00 on Day 1.
Pick-up points to Ha Giang
Bus types
Ha Giang → Quan Ba → Yen Minh
The first riding day climbs from the city onto the rock plateau. You'll ride your first mountain passes, trek into a hidden cave, visit a H'Mong linen-weaving village and watch the landscape turn wilder as you reach Yen Minh.
Tour Starts · Breakfast & Loop Briefing
Breakfast at Loop Trails Hostel, meet your guide and riders, get your helmet and knee/elbow pads fitted, and go through the safety briefing for the Ha Giang Loop 4 days.
Bac Sum Pass, Quan Ba Heaven Gate & Twin Mountains
Wind up the Bac Sum Pass switchbacks to Quan Ba Heaven Gate, 1,500 m above sea level. From here you look down on the valley and the famous Twin Mountains (Fairy Bosom Mountains).
Trek to Lung Khuy Cave Trek
A short walk through H'Mong farmland leads to Lung Khuy, the most beautiful cave in Quan Ba, full of lit stalactites and stalagmites.
Lunch in Tam Son Town
Local lunch in the heart of Quan Ba district.
Lung Tam Linen Village
See how H'Mong women turn hemp into linen by hand: spinning, weaving, indigo dyeing and beeswax batik, a craft passed down for generations.
Can Ty Pass & Lao Chai Viewpoint
Ride the quiet curves of Can Ty Pass and stop at Lao Chai viewpoint for wide views over the terraced valleys.
Arrive Yen Minh · Homestay Night
Check in to a local homestay. In the evening: dinner, local games, traditional music and "happy water" (rice wine) with your group.
Yen Minh → Lung Cu → Dong Van
Today you go deep into the Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark, the heart of H'Mong and Lo Lo country. You'll ride right up to the Vietnam–China border and reach the northernmost point of Vietnam.
Breakfast, Check-out & Tham Ma Pass
Leave Yen Minh and ride the famous zig-zag of Tham Ma Pass (Doc Tham Ma), one of the most photographed roads on the Loop.
Lao Sa Village
A H'Mong village of stone-walled, earthen-roofed houses near the China border that has changed little in a century.
H'Mong King's Palace (Vuong Family Mansion)
Explore the former royal residence of the H'Mong King in Sa Phin valley, a mix of H'Mong, Chinese and French architecture built from stone and pơ mu wood.
Vietnam–China Border
Stop at the border for photos and a look across into China.
Lunch in Lung Cu
Lunch in Lung Cu, the northernmost area of Vietnam.
Lung Cu Flag Tower
Climb up to the flag tower marking the northernmost point of Vietnam. From the top you get a 360° view over rice terraces and the border hills.
Lo Lo Chai Village
Walk through the most beautiful Lo Lo village in Vietnam, with yellow rammed-earth houses, tiled roofs and colourful Lo Lo traditional dress at the foot of the flag tower.
Dong Van · Sunset Party & Homestay
Ride back to Dong Van and check in to a local homestay. Sunset party, dinner, games, music and "happy water" in the evening.
Dong Van → Ma Pi Leng → Nho Que River → Du Gia
The big day of the Ha Giang Loop 4 days: Vietnam's most legendary pass, a cliff-edge trek, a boat trip through the canyon below, then a long scenic ride into the peaceful Du Gia valley.
Ma Pi Leng Pass
After breakfast, ride the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass, one of Vietnam's four great mountain passes, carved into the cliff high above the Nho Que River.
Ma Pi Leng Skywalk Trek (~3 km total) Trek
Walk the narrow Skywalk path along the cliff face for the best views of the canyon and the winding river far below.
Nho Que River Boat Trip (~1.5 h) Boat
Head down to the river and cruise the emerald water through Tu San Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in Southeast Asia, with limestone walls rising hundreds of metres on both sides.
Lunch in Sung Trai & the M-Pass
Lunch in Sung Trai, then ride the "M-Pass", a road that zig-zags down the mountain in the shape of a giant letter M.
Mau Due, Sa Ly Pass, Lung Ho Viewpoint & Nam Lang Panorama
Pass through Mau Due and climb Sa Ly Pass to Lung Ho viewpoint and the wide Nam Lang panorama. This remote stretch sees very few other travellers.
Arrive Du Gia · Homestay Night
Check in to a peaceful local homestay among the rice fields of Du Gia. Dinner, music, fun games and "happy water" to celebrate your last night on the Loop.
Du Gia → Duong Thuong → Thai An → Ha Giang
A relaxed final day: a morning swim, a hidden H'Mong valley, two waterfalls and a forest road along the Mien River back to Ha Giang City. You won't ride back the same way you came on Day 1.
Breakfast with a Rice-Field View
Slow breakfast at the homestay overlooking Du Gia's rice terraces.
Swim at Du Gia Waterfall Swim
A fresh morning dip in the clear pools of Du Gia waterfall. Bring swimwear and a quick-dry towel.
Duong Thuong Valley
Ride through Duong Thuong, a secluded H'Mong valley enclosed by mountains, with scattered farmhouses and maize terraces.
Duong Thuong Viewpoint
Stop above the valley for the last big panorama of the trip.
Lunch in Thai An
Farewell lunch in Thai An.
Thai An Waterfall
A short stop at Thai An waterfall to stretch your legs.
Forest Road Along the Mien River
Leave Thai An on a green forest road that follows the Mien River back down to Ha Giang City.
Arrive Loop Trails Hostel · End of Tour
Back at Loop Trails Hostel. Shower, relax, then take your bus back to Hanoi (Airport or Old Quarter) or on to your next destination: Sapa, Ninh Binh, Cat Ba, Ha Long or Cao Bang.
Ha Giang Loop 4 Days Route Map
Ha Giang → Bac Sum Pass → Quan Ba (Lung Khuy, Lung Tam) → Can Ty → Yen Minh → Tham Ma → H'Mong King's Palace → Lung Cu → Lo Lo Chai → Dong Van → Ma Pi Leng → Nho Que River → Sung Trai → Mau Due → Sa Ly → Du Gia → Duong Thuong → Thai An → Ha Giang
Getting to Ha Giang & Onward Travel
What's Included in the Ha Giang Loop 4 Days Tour
Included
- Professional drivers & local English-speaking guideEasy Rider, Jeep Wrangler Rubicon driver and English-speaking guide
- 4 nights accommodation (dorm beds)3 nights on the Loop (local homestays in Yen Minh, Dong Van, Du Gia) + 1 night before the tour at Loop Trails Hostel
- All meals on tour: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinnersLocal home-cooked food; vegetarian & dietary needs on request
- Vehicle for the whole tripMotorbike for Easy Rider & Self-drive · Jeep Wrangler Rubicon for the Jeep Tour
- Fuel for the entire journeyMotorbike or Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, no extra fuel costs
- Entrance tickets & activities in the itineraryIncl. Lung Khuy Cave, H'Mong King's Palace, Lung Cu Flag Tower, Ma Pi Leng Skywalk and the Nho Que River boat trip
- Safety gearHelmet, knee & elbow protective pads, raincoat
- Drinking waterOne 1.5 L bottle per person, per day
- 24/7 support throughout the trip
- Basic travel insuranceWe recommend you also carry your own comprehensive travel insurance
Not Included
- Bus tickets to / from Ha Giang Add-onNot in the listed tour price. Add at checkout
- Private room upgrade Add-onTour price includes dorm beds. Upgrade at checkout
- Border area permit: 260,000 VND / personRequired for the border zone. We handle the paperwork for you
- Personal expensesSnacks, extra drinks, souvenirs, laundry
- Tips for drivers & guideOptional, always appreciated
Ha Giang Loop 4 Days Reviews
"The Ha Giang Loop 4 days 3 nights tour was absolutely unforgettable. Lung Khuy Cave was a surprise highlight, and Ma Pi Leng + the Nho Que River boat trip were beyond anything we expected. Du Gia was the perfect calm finish."
"Great pacing and super professional guides. This ha giang loop 4 days 3 nights itinerary gave us time for trekking, viewpoints, and real village life — not just endless riding. The Skywalk was a must."
"I chose Easy Rider and felt safe the whole way. Lo Lo Chai and Dong Van were beautiful, and Du Gia waterfall was the best morning swim. I'd recommend this 4D3N loop to anyone who wants the full Ha Giang experience."
Ha Giang Loop 4 Days – FAQs
Choose the date of Day 1, the first riding day. The tour starts at 08:00 on Day 1 at Loop Trails Hostel in Ha Giang City, so you need to travel to Ha Giang the day before (Day 0). Take a day bus (departures from 07:00, arriving the same afternoon or evening) or a night bus (departures until about 21:00, arriving in the early morning). Your dorm bed at Loop Trails Hostel for the Day 0 night is included. For example, if your tour start date is 10 October, take the bus to Ha Giang on 9 October.
Yes. 4 days 3 nights is the ideal length for the Ha Giang Loop. Compared with a 3-day loop, you add Lung Khuy Cave, Lung Tam linen village, Lo Lo Chai village, a 1.5-hour Nho Que River boat trip, the remote Sa Ly – Lung Ho – Du Gia route, and a different road home through Duong Thuong and Thai An. The pace is relaxed, with around 100 km of riding per day.
Choose Easy Rider if you've never ridden mountain roads, since you sit behind an experienced local driver. Choose self-drive only if you're a confident motorbike rider with a valid licence. Choose the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon tour if you prefer comfort, are travelling with family or older travellers, or don't want to ride. It's a modern 4x4 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, not an old army jeep. All three options follow the same itinerary, stops, meals and homestays.
Buses to Ha Giang depart between 07:00 and 21:00 and take around 6–7 hours. You can be picked up at Hanoi Airport (Noi Bai), Hanoi Old Quarter, Ninh Binh, Sapa, Ha Long, Cat Ba or Cao Bang. Choose from Limousine bus, VIP cabin sleeper, cabin sleeper or regular sleeper bus. Bus tickets are an add-on you select at checkout, and your first night at Loop Trails Hostel is included in the tour.
Yes. Foreign visitors need a border area permit because the Loop runs close to the Vietnam–China border. The fee is 260,000 VND per person and is not included in the tour price. We handle all the paperwork for you. Just bring your passport when you check in at Loop Trails Hostel.
The tour price includes dorm beds for 4 nights: 1 night at Loop Trails Hostel before the tour, then 3 nights in local homestays in Yen Minh, Dong Van and Du Gia. Blankets, pillows and hot showers are provided. If you prefer more privacy, you can add a private room upgrade at checkout.
Yes. Most of our guests have never done a motorbike trip before and choose the Easy Rider or Jeep Wrangler Rubicon option. Every rider gets a helmet, knee and elbow pads and a raincoat. Basic travel insurance is included and we offer 24/7 support. Our local drivers ride these passes every week and adjust the pace and route to the weather.
The Loop runs all year. September to November brings golden rice terraces and buckwheat flowers with clear skies. March to May is mild with blossoms. June to August is lush and green but has afternoon rain, and the Nho Que River is at its most emerald. December to February is cold (sometimes below 5°C at night), so bring warm layers.
Pack light in a small backpack: a warm jacket, long trousers, closed shoes for the Lung Khuy and Skywalk treks, swimwear and a quick-dry towel for Du Gia waterfall, sunscreen, sunglasses, a power bank, your passport (needed for the permit) and some cash for personal expenses. We provide the helmet, knee and elbow pads, raincoat and daily drinking water. You can leave your big luggage at Loop Trails Hostel.
We arrive back at Loop Trails Hostel around 16:00 on Day 4. From there you can take an evening or night bus to Hanoi (Airport or Old Quarter), Sapa, Ninh Binh, Cat Ba, Ha Long or Cao Bang. Add your onward bus at checkout and we'll arrange it.
Once you have a confirmed travel date, book as soon as you can. Most guests book 1–3 months in advance, especially for September–November. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon availability is limited compared with motorbikes, so book the jeep tour early so we can arrange everything properly.
