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Tour Overview & Highlights
2 DAYS EXPEDITION
Sapa and Sin Ho are two small towns high up on the slopes of the Hoang Lien Son Range, known in French colonial times as the Tonkinese Alps. Sapa is a famous mountain retreat, enormously popular with Vietnamese and foreign tourists. Sin Ho, on the other hand, is hardly ever visited by travellers. These two highland towns are connected by lofty mountain passes which afford spectacular views, on a scale not found any where else in Vietnam. Take a motorbike tour from Sapa and spend 2 days on the Sapa - Sin Ho Scenic Loop, you’ll be rewarded with some of the grandest alpine scenery is Southeast Asia.
Expedition Route Map
GPS TRACKS · 2 DAYS
Detailed Tour Itinerary
2 DAYS · DAY-BY-DAY
ROUTE
Day 1: Sapa Motorbike Tour to Binh Lu – Lai Chau city – Phong Tho town – Chan Nua Junction – Sin Ho town – 195km.
Day 2: Sin Ho Motorbike Tour back to Lai chau city – Binh Lu Juntion – Sapa town 135km.
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Day 1: Sapa Motorbike Tour to Binh Lu, Phong Tho, Sin Ho, Chan Nua : Sapa Motorbike Tour to Binh Lu – Lai Chau city – Phong Tho town – Chan Nua Junction – Sin Ho town – 195km.
Head west on Road 4D from the town of Sapa. The road passes a couple of pretty waterfalls before reaching the top of Tram Ton Pass, Vietnam’s highest mountain road at 1,900m (6,230ft), about 15km from Sapa. You will know when you get here because, if the weather is clear, you will see the pass snaking around the mountains below you, the pass is both a climatic divide and a provincial one, marking the border of Lao Cai and Lai Chau provinces.
The impressive, crenelated ridge to the south is Mount Fansipan, Indochina’s highest peak at 3,143m. Its looming presence bears down on the pass, casting a cold shadow over the road. Deep down in the valley below indigo rivers forge paths over large boulders. Fansipan is so big that it dominates the scenery all the way to Lai Chau. Tram Ton Pass winds down through more pristine alpine scenery to Tam Duong town. Continue northwest on Road 4D for 40km to Lai Chau.
If you’re visiting during September or October look out for some absurdly pretty valleys of terraced rice fields, about 10km before descending into Lai Chau. This is the kind of scenery that brochures promise Sapa will offer, but in reality you have to travel a little further afield to find sights like this.
From Lai Chau continue northwest on Road 4D toward the town of Phong Tho.
Sapa Motorbike Tour to Binh Lu – Lai Chau city – Phong Tho town – Chan Nua Junction – Sin Ho town
After Phong Tho the road turns back on itself, heading south along the Da River valley. The road is in good condition but deteriorates when it becomes Road 12. The last 30km to Nam Cay/Chan Nua it’s a quiet stretch through a majestic river valley. At the junction turn left on Road 128 for the impossibly scenic and steep ride to Sin Ho. In good weather this route is exceptional. Cutting a path in the mountainside, the single lane road zig-zags up for 40km to the isolated mountaintop town of Sin Ho. The views over ridges, farmland, ethnic minority villages and clear rivers are superb.
Like Sapa, Sin Ho is often engulfed in mist and drizzling rain. The town is scruffy, run-down and feels very remote. Built on a small plateau at an altitude of over 1,000m (3,300ft) Sin Ho is very cool, especially in the evenings. Ringed by limestone pinnacles and surrounded by minority villages scattered over the mountainside.
Sapa Motorbike Tour to Binh Lu – Lai Chau city
Try to time your visit to catch the Sunday market. Busiest between 8-10am Sin Ho market receives hundreds of minority women dressed in their various colourful clothing. They make the journey by foot – sometimes starting before dawn – to the market in order to buy (not sell) supplies for the week ahead. Unlike Sapa market, where minority people are more likely to be seen selling to foreign and Vietnamese tourists, Sin Ho market is the real deal. This means there’s no hassling to buy trinkets and garments; most of what’s for sale is fresh meat, vegetables, fruit and practical equipment for use in the villages.
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Day 2: Sapa Motorbike Tour to Binh Lu, Phong Tho, Sin Ho, Chan Nua : Sin Ho Motorbike Tour back to Lai chau city – Binh Lu Juntion – Sapa town 135km.
The 60km descent on Road 128 from Sin Ho back down to Lai Chau is just as beautiful as the drive up. A vast landscape of endless mountains stretches into the distance, dotted with stilt-home villages clustered around clear streams.
In the meantime you can take a back-road (turn left 30km north of Sin Ho) which cuts out the last 30km of the descent and rejoins Road 4D just south of Phong Tho, from where you turn right (due north) and take the road back to Lai Chau.
Once in Lai Chau retrace your route on Road 4D back to Sapa.
End of the Trip!
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 CCFleet Ready
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
2 DAYS · ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPEDITION
What's Included
Tour Guide.
Automatic or Manual Motorcycle(s), spare parts and all fuel.
All the meals(Vietnamese Food).
All entrance fee + permits + tickets.
Accommodation
Bottled water
Homestay permission
Government taxes
What's Excluded
Personal expenses, insurance.
Drinks.
Motorbiking protective pants, jacket, gloves, helmet, rain gear and other safety equipment at favourable rental rate.
Tips.
All other services not indicated above.
Price & Reservation
TRANSPARENT PRICING · DIRECT LOCAL BOOKING
All-inclusive
per rider
Contact
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)
DIRECT OPERATOR
GUARANTEE
All tours are organized and operated directly by Indochina Motorbike Tours. Experienced English-speaking
road captains, professional mechanics, and 24/7 dedicated support.
TALK TO A LOCAL EXPERT
Have questions about route difficulty, bike selection, or customized dates? Our tour
specialists are ready to help you plan the ride.
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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Go21589563690
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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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P w
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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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Ian W
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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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Compass40778616391
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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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Niels M
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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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erik m
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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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jvbn
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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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Getaway28493855013
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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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Rochelle E
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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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