Motorbike tour to Bac Ha market in 2 days

2/DaysSa Pa→ Lao Cai → Bac Ha→ Can Cau Market

We all know that the Northwest of Vietnam is fantastic for motorbike tours. Here we can contemplate extraordinary sceneries, learn more about the life of ethnic minorities, and experience rugged trails. Sapa is an excellent destination, isn’t it? The Bac Ha market is impressive, too. So why don’t we join a tour from Sapa to Bac Ha market? This journey will feast your eyes with majestic landscapes and help you immerse in the cultural atmosphere of mountainous areas. We promise you that this two-day tour from Sapa to Bac Ha market is short yet really enjoyable. 

  • Tour Grade : Medium
  • Total Distance : 300 Km
  • Hours of Riding per day : 3 - 5 Hours
  • Support : Disposible
  • Mixed
Only From : 298
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Itinerary

Day 1: Sapa - Lao Cai - Bac Ha Market

Our promising journey will start from Sapa – the dreamlike city of Northern Vietnam. The first destination of the trip is Bac Ha Market – a special place where you can witness the rich culture of different ethnic minorities. We need you to make sure that you will stay focused and drive carefully in any case. This is because we are going to admire the breathtaking sceneries with stunning terraced fields and mountains of the Hoang Lien Son range. According to our plan, we will get to the Bac Ha market after three hours of riding.

So what makes this market worth our visit? Bac Ha Market is not merely a place people come to sell and buy things. It is where the cultural quintessence of Mong, Tay, and Nung ethnic groups can be found together. The market is open only on Sunday and closed in the afternoon. Therefore, for local people, this is more like an event rather than a kermis. You can easily recognize that trading is not the only concern here – people come here to chatter, enjoy some food, and sometimes show their new clothes.

Visitors are surprised by what they see: you can find almost anything here – livestock, household electrical appliances, fruit, food, farming tools, brocade clothes, and accessories. It is advisable to enjoy some local specialties – Thang Co and corn wine. Also, you can buy some souvenirs to impress your beloved ones.

After meandering around Bac Ha Market, we will continue to visit Hoang A Tuong Palace. The palace was built by a Tay person (Hoang A Tuong’s father) in the early last century. After nearly 100 years, the Asian Western mixed architecture of the structure still has a real allure, especially with the incredible landscape surrounding it.

We also want you to try the Xeo dance with local people. We can assure you that you will enjoy dancing here since it’s absolutely different and fun. Don’t miss your chance to buy some fragrant corn wine in the village of Ban Pho.

Summary:

  • Distance: 105 km
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel

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Day 2: Bac Ha - Si Ma Cai Town - Muong Khuong Town - Lao Cai - Sapa.

On the second day, we will leave the Bac Ha market and head for Si Ma Cai Town, which is known as the largest livestock market in the area. On the way, we may have a precious opportunity to take a closer look at the Can Cau market of Hmong Hoa and Giay people. It is held on every Saturday and also holidays. You will witness hundreds of local people in colorful traditional clothes come to trade and express love. Surrounded by endless terraced fields and lush forests, Can Cau appears to be so charming. It’s good to see the core values of an old mountainous region are maintained so well.

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After saying goodbye to the Can Cau market, we will go to Muong Khuong town. The best thing to do here is ride on the tortuous passes and explore the majesty of nature. Watching a small town nestling between towering mountains and hills is always full of excitement. Then it’s time to bid our farewell to Muong Khuong and get back to Sapa. Our two-day trip from Sapa to Bac Ha market will inevitably end up with memorable experiences.

Summary:

  • Distance: 195 km
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel

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Prices for guided off-road Vietnam Motorbike Tour

OFF-ROAD MOTORBIKE TOUR

HONDA XR150L

HONDA CRF250L

One person 190 USD/day/person 220 USD/day/person
Two people 140 USD/day/person 160 USD/day/person
Three people 130 USD/day/person 150 USD/day/person
Four people 120 USD/day/person 140 USD/day/person
Five people 120 USD/day/person 140 USD/day/person
Six people 115 USD/day/person 135 USD/day/person
Seven people 110 USD/day/person 130 USD/day/person
From Eight people 105 USD/day/person 125 USD/day/person

Includes

  • English Speaking Tour Guide 
  • Well-Maintained Bikes – Gasoline
  • Safe & Exceptional Routes – No Highway – 20% offroad per day
  • Good Accommodation: 2 – 3 star hotels or homestays based on twins – triple
  • All meals on tour.
  • 1 bottle of water per day.
  • All entrance tickets/ Permits to remote areas – ferry ticket

 

Excludes

  • Riding Gears
  • Personal insurance – Travel insurance (this is at your own risk)
  • Motorbike insurance to Cover any damages to the gear or the motorcycle
  • Air ticket – Visa fee 
  • Tip, Drinks, Beers, Wine 
  • Personal Expenses, and Other Expenses not described in the itinerary
  • Single Supplement for Single Occupancy
  • International Airport Pickup – Drop Off
  • Transportation from your hotel to the departure spot 
  • The Hotel at night Before / After riding

Notes:

  • For a group of from 
    • 5 riders, The professional Mechanic comes for free
    • 8 riders, Free 1 Night Ethnic Entertainment in Homestay (Under 8 riders USD 70 / 1 Ethnic Dance)
    • 12 riders and a Truck is free for escorting ( Under 12 riders, it will be USD 150 / 1 day )
  • A single stay will cost USD 30 / 1 night / 1 single room.
  • The cameraman costs  USD 180 / 1 day.  
  • If tours do not depart/ end at the departure spot, the surcharge for bike shipping to/ back to the departure spot is USD 120 / bike.
  • VAT Excluded from the price, VAT 10% will be added to the total price upon your REQUEST.

BOOKING CONDITIONS

  1. Deposits and Payment Policy
  • We require a deposit of 30% of the total upon confirmation of booking the tour. The remaining balance will be paid 45 days before departure. Your booking may be considered canceled if the full balance is not received by Vietnam Motorbike Tours Club by that time.
  • You can choose the payment method by money transfer or credit card payment with all bank transfer charges/ fees to be paid by you. 
  • After receiving your payment, we will issue you the final confirmation of the detailed itinerary and services via e-mail.
  1. Cancellation and Refunds
  • Vietnam Motorbike Tours Club takes no responsibility for any flight delays or scheduled changes at any stage throughout the trip. 
  • We have the discretion to change the itinerary or delay the tour due to weather, local conditions, politics, or various other reasons with our notification in advance.
  • During the tour, should you be found to break any of the rules without the prior exception from the tour leader, we have the discretion to cancel the tour with no refunds applied. 
  • During the tour, should your bike have minor technical problems, our guide/mechanic will attempt to fix it as quickly as possible. In the event that the bike can not be fixed within the day, we will endeavor to substitute a bike of a similar type to ensure your trip is not interrupted.
  • Should you have to cancel the tour due to special reasons, you may transfer your booking to another person. However, you will be liable for your nominee paying their monies in full.

Read full information at Booking Terms and Conditions