PANORAMIC HOI AN MOTORBIKE TOUR TO HANOI VIA HO CHI MINH TRAIL AND DMZ – 12 DAYS
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PANORAMIC HOI AN MOTORBIKE TOUR TO HANOI VIA HO CHI MINH TRAIL AND DMZ – 12 DAYS

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Hoi An Hue A Luoi Khe Sanh Dong Hoi Phong Nha Ky Anh Vinh Thanh Hoa Ninh Binh Hoa Binh Ha Noi
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Duration 12 Days 11 Nights Riding
Fleet Honda Fleet 150cc – 300cc
Group 2 - 10 Riders (Max 12) Small Group Tour
Support Luggage truck & mechanic from 7+ riders Guide & Support
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Tour Overview & Highlights

12 DAYS EXPEDITION

This 12-day Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via DMZ on Ho Chi Minh Trail & partially along the coast allows you to visit some splendid world wonders, war relics as well as stunning landscapes in Hue, Vinh Moc, Khe Sanh, Phong Nha, Ky Anh - Ha Tinh, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong & Mai Chau.

Expedition Route Map

GPS TRACKS · 12 DAYS

Detailed Tour Itinerary

12 DAYS · DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE
* Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Hoi An motorbike tour to Hue ( 175 km – 6 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 2: Hue motorbike tours ( around 100 km – 3 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 3: Hue motorcycle tour to A Luoi ( 90 km – 4 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 4: A Luoi  motorbike tour to Khe Sanh (140 km – 4 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 5: Khe Sanh motorbike tour to Dong Hoi (200 km – 7 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 6: Dong Hoi motorbike tour to Phong Nha ( 70 km – 2 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 7: Phong Nha motorbike tour to Ky Anh ( 180 km – 6 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 8: Ky Anh  motorcycle tour to Vinh ( 120 km – 4 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 9: Vinh motorbike tour to Thanh Hoa (224 km – 7 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 10: Thanh Hoa  motorcycle tour to Tam Coc and Cuc Phuong Park in Ninh Binh ( 90 km – 3 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 11: Ninh Binh motorcycle tour to Hoa Binh ( 140 km – 5 hours ride) (B, L, D)
Day 12: Hoa Binh motorbike tour to Ha Noi (110 km – 4 hours ride) (B, L)

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Day 1: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Hoi An motorbike tour to Hue ( 175 km – 6 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Leaving Hoi An for Hue, we visit incense and mat making villages to learn more about the rural life of locals who live in the Center of Vietnam, Marble Mountain, ceramic making village…ect. stop on the top of Hai Van Pass to have some great shots of the panoramic views between beach and mountain, Da Nang and Hue . Having lunch and relax on one of the most beautiful beaches of Vietnam, Lang Co Beach, visit conical hat making village in Phu Bai before arriving in Hue around 5 pm.

Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong
Hoi An motorbike tour to Hue
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Day 2: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Hue motorbike tours ( around 100 km – 3 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Hue was used to be an ancient capital of Vietnam , so it’s worth staying one day to visit and learn more about the Vietnamese traditions, history, customs, culture. Go to visit Linh Mu pagoda, Kim Long old village where you can learn the Vietnamese people make the traditional rice wine, the way locals harvest rice on the fields, Hue Museum , citadel, ride on the boat to listen to Hues folk songs at night.

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Day 3: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Hue motorcycle tour to A Luoi ( 90 km – 4 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Leaving Hue for A Luoi, we visit Nam Giao ancient village, Hue citadels, Minh Mang Tomb, orange agent areas to learn more about the war. Then we head to the Ho Chi Minh trail again to visit the historic vestige and battle field Hamburger Hill. Overnight in A Luoi.

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Day 4: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: A Luoi  motorbike tour to Khe Sanh (140 km – 4 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Leaving Hue for Dong Ha, stop in Churu Van Kieu villages to learn more about their daily life as well as the legendary resistance against American, stop in  Dakrong area and Khe Sanh battle field,…before we arrive in Khe Sanh and stay overnight.

Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong
A Luoi motorbike tour to Khe Sanh
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Day 5: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Khe Sanh motorbike tour to Dong Hoi (200 km – 7 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Leave Khe Sanh for Dong Hoi, we stop at DMZ and then to Vinh Moc tunnels to learn more about the Civil War of Vietnam before 1975. Continue traveling on Ho Chi Minh trail to see the breath-taking nature of Northern Truong Son mountain. We get to Dong Hoi around 5 p.m and stay overnight.

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Day 6: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Dong Hoi motorbike tour to Phong Nha ( 70 km – 2 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Leave early in the morning to visit historic vestige Phu Hoa church,the ‘battle field village’, we continue following the Ho Chi Minh trail to Phong Nha Caves , one of the two natural world heritages of Vietnam . Spend around 4 hours to explore the area by foot and boat. Stay overnight in Phong Nha.

Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong
Dong Hoi motorbike tour to Phong Nha
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Day 7: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong:  Phong Nha motorbike tour to Ky Anh ( 180 km – 6 hours ride) (B, L, D)

We leave the marvelous Phong Nha Caves to visit Da Nhay beach, shrimp farms, salt making village, stop on the top Ngang Pass to see the amazing scenery, reaching  to Ky Anh around 5 p.m and stay overnight.

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Day 8: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via DMZ on Ho Chi Minh Trail:  Ky Anh  motorcycle tour to Vinh ( 120 km – 4 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Leave Ky Anh for Vinh (Ho Chi Minh’s homelnd), we  visit Huong Tich pagoda, the historic vestige Dong Loc Three Way Crossroad, The Nguyen Du Great Poet Monument, and then Ho Chi Minh Square . We stay overnight in Vinh.

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Day 9: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Vinh motorbike tour to Thanh Hoa (224 km – 7 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Get on the road to visit Sen village, where Ho Chi Minh was born and grown up, Chua village, we have the chance to learn more about Vietnamese history when you visit the Ba Trieu temple, go to different small villages to see the locals make the traditional mats, marble stones, the way they roll and process tobacco, you will arrive in Thanh Hoa around 5p.m and stay overnight.

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Day 10: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Thanh Hoa  motorcycle tour to Tam Coc and Cuc Phuong Park in Ninh Binh ( 90 km – 3 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Leaving Thanh Hoa in the early morning for Ninh Binh, our motorbike tourcontinues traveling to ancient capital of many Dynasties of Vietnam, visit the breath-taking nature of Tam Coc – Bich Dong, Bai Dinh Temple , Trang An,…and then head to Cuc Phuong National Park to enjoy the natural life …Overnight in Ninh Binh

Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong
Trang An boat tour in Ninh Binh
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Day 11: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Ninh Binh motorcycle tour to Hoa Binh ( 140 km – 5 hours ride) (B, L, D)

Leaving Ninh Binh for Hoa Binh, after visiting Ho Dynasty Citadel, we  follow the Ho Chi Minh trail to get some great photos before visiting the Spiritual Fish Springs, Fairy Caves , and visit and learn more about the culture of ethnic minority, Muong. Home stay with locals at night in Hoa Binh.
Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong
Ho Dynasty Citadel in Vinh Loc – Thanh Hoa
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Day 12: Hoi An Motorbike Tour to Hanoi via Hue, Phong Nha, Thanh Hoa, Cuc Phuong: Hoa Binh motorbike tour to Ha Noi (110 km – 4 hours ride) (B, L)

After breakfast, we visit the Viet – Muong village, Hoa Binh lake, enjoy the wonderful views on the top of Hoa Binh Hydro Electricity, go to the small village to see their daily life. Get to Hanoi around 5 pm. Finish the tour!

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The Motorbikes: Your Choice of Machine

PREMIUM ADVENTURE FLEET · EXPERTLY MAINTAINED

Our motorcycle fleet features genuine, modern adventure-touring and dual-sport machines built for all terrains—from winding tarmac mountain passes like O Quy Ho, Hai Van, and Ma Pi Leng to rugged backcountry trails.

Thoroughly Inspected — Before Every Tour
Daily Pro Inspection — Certified Mechanics
Full Touring Rigging — Racks, Bars & USB
FLAGSHIP ADVENTURE · 1,254 CC Fleet Ready BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS

BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS

The king of long-distance adventure touring

The BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS is more than just a motorcycle – it’s a symbol of freedom and adventure. With its cutting-edge technology, robust performance, and rider-focused design, it is undoubtedly the best choice for those joining our Vietnam Big Bike Tours.

  • Engine Air Liquid Cooled, Twin Cylinder, DOHC
  • Power / Torque 136 bhp · 143 Nm @ 6,250 RPM
  • Kerb weight 249 kg
  • Seat height 850 / 870 mm adjustable
  • Fuel capacity 20 L (400+ km range)
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ADVENTURE · 270 CC Fleet Ready CFMOTO 450MT

CFMOTO 450MT

CFMOTOR CFMOTO 450MT · Model 2025

Why the CFMOTO 450MT is Perfect for Adventure Motorcycle Tours in Vietnam The CFMOTO 450MT is purpose-built to bridge the gap between heavy tourers and lightweight trail bikes. Engineered with genuine off-road geometry and long-travel suspension, it gives riders complete control on narrow tracks and technical trails where heavier bikes become exhausting. During our Vietnam...

  • Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke parallel-twin, DOHC, 270° crankshaft
  • Power / Torque 45 bhp · 40 Nm @ 6,000 RPM
  • Kerb weight 175 kg
  • Seat height 820 mm (adjustable down to 800 mm or up to 870 mm with rally seat)
  • Fuel capacity 17.5 liters
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ADVENTURE · 471 CC Fleet Ready Honda CB500X

Honda CB500X

Agile parallel-twin adventure tourer for mountain twisties

The Honda CB500X is built for riders who crave both adventure and comfort. From Northern Vietnam mountain routes to epic Trans-Vietnam motorcycle tours, this versatile ADV bike delivers smooth handling, reliable performance, and the freedom to explore Vietnam’s most breathtaking landscapes.

  • Engine 2 cylinder, 4 stroke
  • Power / Torque 47 bhp · 43 Nm @ 6,500 RPM
  • Kerb weight 197 kg
  • Seat height 830 mm
  • Fuel capacity 17.5 L (450+ km range)
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DUAL SPORT · 249 CC Fleet Ready Honda CRF250L

Honda CRF250L

Proven, reliable dual-sport for technical trail adventures

The Honda CRF250L is a proven dirt bike designed for riders who love off-road adventures. With its agile frame, reliable Honda engineering, and smooth handling, it’s the perfect motorcycle for exploring Vietnam’s rugged mountain trails, jungle tracks, and remote villages on a Vietnam Dirt Bike Tour.

  • Engine Single cylinder, 4 stroke, 4 valve, DOHC
  • Power / Torque 24 bhp · 22 Nm @ 7,000 RPM
  • Kerb weight 144 kg
  • Seat height 875 mm
  • Fuel capacity 7.8 L (lightweight agile range)
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DUAL SPORT · 286 CC Fleet Ready Honda CRF300L

Honda CRF300L

The undisputed king of Vietnam off-road & single tracks

The Honda CRF300L is the ultimate dirt bike for riders craving off-road adventures in Vietnam. From rugged mountain trails to jungle tracks and river crossings, this lightweight dual-sport machine delivers agility, power, and excitement. Perfect for Vietnam Dirt Bike Tours and enduro lovers who want to explore beyond the pavement.

  • Engine Liquid- cooled, Single, DOHC
  • Power / Torque 27 bhp · 26.6 Nm @ 6,500 RPM
  • Kerb weight 142 kg
  • Seat height 880 mm
  • Fuel capacity 7.8 L (lightweight agile range)
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DUAL SPORT · 149 CC Fleet Ready Honda XR150L

Honda XR150L

Accessible, economical dual-sport for backroads & scenic loops

The Honda XR150L is built for riders seeking both reliability and affordability on their Vietnam journeys. With smooth handling, strong fuel efficiency, and off-road capability, this bike is a favorite choice for Vietnam motorcycle tours, whether cruising rural backroads or venturing into remote landscapes.

  • Engine Air-cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke dual-sport
  • Power / Torque 12 bhp · 12.5 Nm @ 6,000 RPM
  • Kerb weight 129 kg
  • Seat height 825 mm
  • Fuel capacity 12 L (450+ km range)
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Important Tour Advice · Read Before Riding

ESSENTIAL BOOKING & EXPEDITION TERMS
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Customized Itineraries: We can customize routes according to your preferred dates, schedule, and riding interests. Just let us know your requirements.

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Booking & Deposit: Booking is confirmed once we receive a deposit of 30% of the total tour cost. A secure online payment link will be provided.

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Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance is compulsory for all riders participating in motorcycle adventure tours.

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Technical Support: In case of technical breakdown, we replace the bike with the same type. If an issue shortens your ride, you are refunded for unused days.

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Rider Experience: All riders must be healthy, physically fit, and confident in their motorbiking ability for medium-to-large displacement motorcycles.

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Flexible Rescheduling: Deposits are non-refundable, but you are free to postpone your booking to another date should unforeseen changes arise.

What's Included & Excluded

12 DAYS · ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPEDITION

What's Included

  • Accommodation based on twin or triple sharing at standard hotels
  • Motorbike(s) (Honda or Yamaha)
  • Helmet(s)
  • Driving gears
  • Gasoline on tour
  • English speaking guide
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees & Sightseeing fees
  • Boat trip
  • One-way transfer for our guide & bikes from Hanoi to Da Nang
  • Bottled water + coffee en route
  • Government taxes

What's Excluded

  • Travel insurance
  • Visa
  • Air-ticket
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Price & Reservation

TRANSPARENT PRICING · DIRECT LOCAL BOOKING
All-inclusive per rider
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Deposit to hold a place30% deposit upon confirmation
Payment termsBalance due on arrival / prior to tour
Motorcycle choiceIncluded with fuel & gears
Group format2 - 10 Riders (Max 12)
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All tours are organized and operated directly by Indochina Motorbike Tours. Experienced English-speaking road captains, professional mechanics, and 24/7 dedicated support.

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Awesome Riding Adventure 5 of us did the 10 day Northern Vietnam Off-road Loop at the end of November, very ably assisted by by our guide, Giang, and support vehicle driver, Dong.We logged over 1800km in 9 days of riding, saw some absolutely amazing scenery, partook in local delicacies, met and partied with ethnic people and had an epic trip.Everything around the trip was managed efficiently by Mike Dong, including organising Vietnamese drivers licences for us all. The bikes we had (CRF300L) performed well with only two flat tyres to speak of. The accommodation choices (apart from one night) were comfortable and adequate, the meals were delicious and plentiful.The whole trip went like clockwork and we got to see places few other tourist would ever get to see.I would definitely recommend this tour or shorter trips if you feel 10 days is a bit much.
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Unforgettable 12-day trip from Hanoi to Saigon We highly recommend the 12-day trip from Hanoi to Saigon. The organization was excellent from start to finish. The day before, we were personally briefed by the company owner, received all important details and felt well prepared.Our guide Cong was just awesome. We felt safe at all times and were allowed to experience small cultural excursions practically every day. He showed us beautiful places, introduced us to local culture and was able to tell us an incredible amount about the country. We were also spoiled culinary – we ate very fine every day.An absolutely unique experience, perfectly organized and with a guide who made our experience unforgettable. Clear recommendation!
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Great bike tour for 6 days, north west Vietnam Brilliant 6 days, the tours are road based with a little bit of riding on un paved roads, Ducky was our guide, ex-road racer which suited us as we like to push on. Was amazing to see all the villagers, people waving, nothing like miserable old England where everyone thinks your doing something illegal. Homesteads were great, food nothing to say as always the best. Get it booked and take your holiday to +10.
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Am absolutely amazing ten days in northern Vietnam We did a 10 day tour. Lihn was our guide. Great guy. We had a Canadian guy join us, so 4 in total. Amazing time, 10 days few by. I had a gopro on my helmet facing forward, Lihn had one facing back. Michael, the owner has put all the footage together and made a great video.We are now looking at another trip with these guys.
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Incredible life experience Indochina Bike Tours ran a very relax but very professional motorcycle tour and over the 14 day North Vietnam,2400km ride everyday was full of challenges and wonder natural and cultural surprise.Absoulutly everything was fully catered for and supplied , all you have to do is wake up and thumb the starter button.Great company and great ride.Highly recommended. Absoulutly incredible experience.
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Unic and special experience Great adventure, the guide and the driver where verry kindly.A lot of adventure, drinke and food.Verry nice experience
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Very good We where with 4 guys and had a great time!Great stays with good food and vieuws, also beautiful roads and offroad paths.Our guide Son was a very good and funny guy! Thank you all for this awesome time!
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Great 12 Day Tour through Northern Vietnam We had a great trip with Ducky and Son showing us hidden offroad tracks and beautiful sceneries in Northern Vietnam. They were also very professional whenever something on the bike required fixing. The homestays and hotels were well selected, providing a great experience of local culture and cuisine. Can highly recommend the trip!
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Great tour! Riding with Insochina motorbike tour was a great experience. This was my first time on a motorbike tour and my first time in Vietnam. Our guide Tony was excellent.
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10 Days Completed the 10 Day trip. It was guided and tailored to our riding abilities. Sadly we came at a time with flooding and could not complete some tracks because of this. The food was amazing at every location. Homestays were fantastic, nice people. Ducky had good knowledge about the locations and good recommendations

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