YESD’s Ha Giang Loop Tour takes you deep into northern Vietnam, where you can see rugged mountain roads, limestone peaks, rice fields and peaceful villages. You’ll see scenery that might take your breath away. The famous Ha Giang Loop is the best-known way to explore the region. But here’s a secret the 37-tab Googlers don’t know: there’s a lot more to Ha Giang beyond the Loop, including Suoi Thau Grassland, Hoang Su Phi, Vi Xuyen, Ho Thau, Chieu Lau Thi and more. The Loop is the headliner, and these places are the secret spots only Vietnamese or local people know.
From the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass and remote mountain villages to the rice terraced fields of Hoang Su Phi and the cultural landscapes around Ha Giang, there’s plenty for travellers who want to skip the usual tourist trail. Along the way, you can meet Hmong, Tay, Dao and other ethnic communities, discover local traditions and learn what everyday life in the mountains really looks like. (Spoiler: it involves far better views from the kitchen window than yours.) YESD local guides might take you into local’s home where you can actually take and learn about their daily lives.
Now for the big decision: how do you want to get around?
The best part? Every trip can be tailored around the places and experiences you care about most. Love a village? Stay longer. Not into a stop? Skip it. Want something entirely unique? Contact a YESD consultant to customise your tour and let our team do the planning while you do the daydreaming.
Want to go deeper? Combine the Loop with a Ha Giang trekking tour, add cultural experiences or farming experience Ha Giang. If you prefer somewhere with no other tourist in sight, then this might be it.
Prefer to mix riding and walking? Our Ha Giang Trek and Ride tour has you covered. You’ll see more, learn more and earn the right to say “oh, you only did the Loop?” at dinner parties. Just be nice about it.
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Authentic
We give local people employment, income and learning opportunities so they are directly involved in your tourism experience. Our guides and hosts will give you a special insight into culture and life in Vietnam.
Responsible
We aim to minimise the negative impacts of tourism on the environment and the local community while contributing positively to local economies. We don’t just talk responsible tourism, we act!
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Part of all profits from our tours go towards a community fund and social projects. This money allows us to make infrastructure improvements, provide other important resources to those in need, and create social projects that bring in real impacts.
YESD’s Ha Giang Loop Tour is private, which means no strangers, no surprise karaoke and no group schedule and no fixed itinerary. You travel at your own pace and enjoy the trip your way. When you want to stop to take pictures, simply tell our tour guides and they will gladly accommodate your requests. We also design our routes to avoid big tourist crowds whenever possible, so you get Ha Giang’s landscapes, villages and local culture without 50 other people in your photos.
Private also means flexible. We can adjust the itinerary, stops and pace to your interests. Relaxed journey? Photography stops? Cultural experiences? More time in the mountains? Visiting local houses and talk to them, tell us and we’ll customise the trip for you.
Absolutely. Solo travellers are very welcome on our private Ha Giang Loop Tour. In fact, many of our customers are solo male or female travelers. We can arrange a private car, driver, and guide just for you, so you travel in comfort without joining a large group. Yes, a whole team for one person. Enjoy feeling fancy.
Prefer two wheels? For a Ha Giang Loop Motorbike Tour, our standard tour comes with a private motorbike experience with an experienced local driver cum English speaking tour guide, so you can say “wow” and not having to worry about winding roads and dangerous turns.
Yes. Our Ha Giang Loop Car Tour can start from Hanoi, and we can arrange pick-up from your hotel. No wandering around the Old Quarter with a suitcase wondering where your ride is or being afraid of being ripped off ordering a random taxi at the airport.
Landing at Noi Bai International Airport and prefer heading straight to Ha Giang rather than spending your night at an expensive hotel in Hanoi? Airport pickup can be arranged too. A private driver and a tour guide to welcome you at the airport, sounds fancy, right? But here at YESD, it’s totally normal and affordable. Just give our sales consultant team your arrival details, and we’ll recommend the most convenient option with just a small extra fee.
On our private Ha Giang Loop Car Tour, there are two different people. You’ll have one driver and one guide with you throughout your journey. The guide takes care of you and shares stories about the local culture, communities, and destinations, while the driver concentrates on the road. Everyone sticks to their job.
On our private Ha Giang Loop Motorbike Tour, the driver is also your English-speaking tour guide. Think of it as a two-in-one: steering and storytelling; no extra charge for the jokes.
Ha Giang is beautiful all year round, and each season has its own beauty. The mountains, valleys, villages, and local festivals keep changing every season, so there’s no single “best” time for everyone.
For generally cool weather and comfortable conditions on the loop, we recommend October to November or March to May.
Dreaming of famous yellow rice terraces? Mid-September to early October is a particularly good time. Plot twist: the terraces are mainly in the Hoang Su Phi area rather than along the main Ha Giang Loop. Good news, though. We offer a tour combining a Ha Giang Loop tour with trekking in Hoang Su Phi for a more diverse northern Vietnam experience.
Yes. Our private Ha Giang Loop Tour revolves around your interests, travel style and preferred pace. Fall in love with a place? Well, just tell your driver you want to spend more time there. Zero interest in a stop? We’ll adjust or skip it where possible.
Whether you choose a Ha Giang Loop Tour by car, or a Ha Giang Loop Tour by Motorbike or a Ha Giang Loop Jeep Tour, we’ll talk through the itinerary with you before the trip. Want to build something from scratch? Customise your tour and let us do the heavy lifting.
Nho Que boat ride is not included in the standard Ha Giang Loop Tour itinerary. But if you’d like to float along the Nho Que River looking smug and serene, we can add it. Tell our sales consultant team when you make a request, and we’ll check the weather and arrange it for you.
Yes, on our private Ha Giang Loop Car Tour. Your vehicle travels with you the whole trip, so a larger suitcase is fine. Bring the outfit options. Bring the “just in case” jacket.
On a Ha Giang Loop Motorbike Tour, luggage space is limited (a motorbike is not a moving van). We recommend a smaller bag for the loop and leaving the big luggage in your homestay.
Nope. Towels and basic toiletries are provided at your accommodations, so your bag can be lighter. If you have favorite products you can’t live without, you’re welcome to bring them.
Yes. We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan and other dietary requirements, such as gluten-free or dairy-free. Before your Ha Giang Loop Tour, our team will collect your dietary needs and tell your guide and accommodation hosts in advance.
A friendly reminder: Ha Giang is a mountainous, less-developed tourism area, so food options are limited and are mainly based on local ingredients. Vegetarian and vegan meals may include fresh vegetables, tofu, beans, potatoes, rice, and other locally available goodies. Vegetarian travelers can also have eggs if requested. Expect hearty, fresh, clean food rather than a fancy restaurant standard menu during our Hagiang Loop tour.
We have a ride for every travel style and group size.
For a Ha Giang Loop Car Tour, we normally use a private 7-seat vehicle for 1 to 2 people, such as an SUV, Range Rover, Ford, Isuzu or similar. For groups of 3 to 9 people, we normally use a 16-seat Ford Transit or similar. Plenty of legroom for everyone’s opinions.
Craving more adventure? We can arrange a Ha Giang Loop Tour by motorbike with an experienced local driver/easy rider. Or go for a Ha Giang Loop Tour by Jeep, an open-air way to explore the mountains with extra swagger.
Vehicle types are subject to availability. Got a specific preference? Please let us know when you book.
On the Ha Giang Loop Tour, you’ll stay in locally run homestays, including bungalow-style rooms with private en suite facilities, depending on the itinerary. Yes, your own bathroom. We know that was the real question.
On the first and third nights of the Hagiang loop tour, dinner is prepared and enjoyed with local host families. Come hungry, leave attached to the cook. On the other nights, meals are arranged at local restaurants.
Expect basic comforts and a warm welcome, plus a real taste of local hospitality, culture and everyday life in the mountains.
Yes. We highly recommend local homestays because they’re the most authentic way to experience Ha Giang’s culture and communities, but we can arrange hotels if that’s your thing. No judgment.
Please let us know your accommodation preference when requesting your Ha Giang Loop Vietnam tour, and we’ll suggest suitable options based on your itinerary and budget.
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Not because we’re nosy. We collect the necessary personal information to arrange your services and register your stay with the local authorities. For the border permit required when visiting Ha Giang, we will need a picture of your passport. Your information is only used for purposes related to arranging and operating your Ha Giang Loop Vietnam trip.