DAY 1: HANOI TO THANH HOA (PU LUONG NATURE RESERVE)
Start your journey from Hanoi, by riding down scenic Red River dikes, passing by bamboo groves, fruit orchards, and expansive rice fields. As we enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve, we’re greeted by a lush tropical rainforest stretching across limestone mountains. This is a paradise for nature lovers on our first day.
Estimated Distance: 185 km
DAY 2: MAI CHAU & MOC CHAU TO SON LA (BAC YEN DISTRICT)
Today, we ride towards Bac Yen, home to the breathtaking Ta Xua Dinosaur Spine, known for its “cloud ocean” views at sunrise. The rugged route has challenging trails, but the mountain scenery and misty cloud layers make it worth every mile.
Estimated Distance: 170 km
DAY 3: TA XUA TO MU CANG CHAI
We continue to the captivating Mu Cang Chai, where terraced rice fields cascade across the mountainsides. These fields are a national heritage site, and during the summer months, they’re a vibrant green. It’s one of the most scenic parts of our journey.
Estimated Distance: 210 km
DAY 4: MU CANG CHAI TO Y TY
Today, we approach the Fansipan Mountain range via Tram Ton Pass. Y Ty, situated 2000 meters above sea level, is enveloped in clouds and offers a unique view into the local customs of Vietnam’s indigenous people.
Estimated Distance: 210 km
DAY 5: Y TY TO SAPA VALLEY VIA LAO CAI
Ride through the scenic Red River valley, where we reach the Lao Cai border region, offering views of China across the river. Passing through Sapa’s terraced valleys and mountain scenery, this day showcases some of the best landscapes Vietnam has to offer.
Estimated Distance: 110 km
DAY 6: SAPA TO YEN BAI (THAC BA LAKE)
We descend from Sapa, stopping in Lao Cai before heading to Vu Linh village by Thac Ba Lake. Known as Vietnam’s largest artificial lake, it’s an idyllic spot to unwind, take a boat trip, and visit the Dao ethnic community by the lake’s shore.
Estimated Distance: 200 km
DAY 7: VU LINH VILLAGE TO HANOI
On our final day, we ride southeast along Highway 2 through Phu Tho Province, where we pass historical sites and vibrant northern villages. Following the Red River’s course back to Hanoi, we cross the Black River Bridge and return by late afternoon.
Estimated Distance: 180 km
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