Ha Giang – Quan Ba Heaven’ Gate – Tham Ma Pass – H’mong King Palace – Dong Van Ancient Town

Odyssey Ha Giang Tours - You have breakfast at 8:00 at Odyssey Hostel, which is American or Vietnamese breakfast with tea/coffee. Then, you meet your tour guide and start the loop at 08:30.

If you drive yourself, you get a short lesson on how to ride a motorbike and you follow the tour guide with a specific schedule.

Quan Ba Heaven Gate - Quan Ba Heaven Gate is a beautiful and scenic spot in Ha Giang province, where you can enjoy the view of the mountains, valleys, and villages. One of the attractions of Quan Ba Heaven Gate is the Twin Mountains, also called the Fairy Breast Mountains. They are two round hills that look like a pair of breasts. According to a legend, they were left by a fairy who fell in love with a Hmong man but had to return to heaven.

We will stop at the checkpoint about 20-30 minutes.

Yen Minh - From 11:00 – 12:00, you will have lunch in Yen Minh Town. The lunch includes rice, meat, egg, and vegetables. If you are vegetarian, you can tell us before and we will prepare some dishes for you.

Thẩm Mã Homestay - The Tham Ma pass is about 5 km long at an altitude of 1500 meters and has a sharp zigzagging road. There is a checkpoint at the top of the pass where you can take pictures of the winding s-shaped road up. Children of ethnic minorities often walk around here with flowers.

We will stop at the checkpoint about 20-30 minutes.

Dinh Vua Mèo - Hmong King Palace in Ha Giang is a historic site that was the residence of the kings of the Vuong Dynasty, who ruled over the Hmong ethnic people in the early 20th century. The palace was built from 1898 to 1903 with a combination of Chinese and Hmong architectural styles. It has 64 rooms, 10 buildings and 3 courtyards, and is decorated with images of sacred animals. The palace is also surrounded by a stone wall for protection. The Vuong family became very wealthy and powerful by trading opium, and they had alliances with both the French colonialists and Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionaries. The palace was recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 1993 and opened to tourism.

We will stop at the checkpoint for about 30-60 minutes.

Dong Van Ancient Street - After a long day on the motorbike, you will stay at Dong Van ancient town.
Dong Van ancient town is located in the center of Dong Van, surrounded by rocky mountains. The town is known for its centuries-old houses, lively highland markets, and spirited festive evenings. It’s a cultural and commercial center of Dong Van town, where you can find cafes, restaurants, homestays, and souvenir shops.
The ancient town bears a strong impression of Chinese architecture with red lanterns and images of sacred animals, such as dragons, phoenixes, turtles, and cranes. These symbols represent power, longevity, wisdom, and peace.

Dong Van Ancient Street - From 18:00 – 19:00, you will have dinner in a restaurant. The big dinner can be chicken hotpot or rice, meat, egg, and vegetables, depending on what you choose. If you are vegetarian, you can tell us before and we will prepare some dishes for you.

Then you will have free time to do any activities you want: go around for a coffee, karaoke & drinks, massage,… (Not including in the Tour)

Dong Van Ancient Town - Ma Pi Leng Pass - Nho Que River - Mau Due - Ha Giang City

Dong Van Ancient Street - We will check out at 8:00 and then have Vietnamese breakfast.

Then around 8:30, we will go to 4C road to keep conquering the Ha Giang Loop.

Ma Pi Leng Pass - Ma Pi Leng Pass is one of the most famous and dangerous passes in Vietnam, with its rugged curves and steep cliffs. The pass is about 20 km long and 1,200 - 1,400 meters high above sea level. It offers a spectacular view of the Nho Que River and the Tu San Canyon, which is the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia. The pass is also a UNESCO Global Geopark, with its unique rock formations and the cultural heritage of the ethnic communities living in the area. Ma Pi Leng Pass is a great place for adventure lovers and nature lovers who want to explore the beauty and diversity of Ha Giang province.

Going along the pass, we will stop at some checkpoint which has the best view. We will stop and rest for about 30 - 45 minutes.

Nho Que River - Nho Que River is a river of Vietnam and China that flows through Ha Giang Province. The river offers a spectacular view of the Tu San Canyon, which is the deepest canyon in Southeast Asia, and the Ma Pi Leng Pass, which is one of the most famous and dangerous passes in Vietnam. The river is also a popular destination for adventure lovers and nature lovers who want to enjoy the beauty and diversity of Ha Giang province.
We will take a boat trip along the river to admire the scenery. It will take about 2 hours (go down the river and go up to the mountain).

Meo Vac - After a long morning, we will go to Meo Vac Town to have lunch and then going in other road to go back Ha Giang city.

• Motorbike Semi-automatic and Easy Riders
• English speaking Tour Guide
• Ticket at attractions
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Water

• Beers & Drinks
• Tips of Drivers