9-Day
Hanoi - Pu Luong - Mai Chau - Ta Xua - Tram Tau - Mu Cang Chai - Than Uyen - Sapa - Seo My Ty - Hanoi
Both the Honda XR150 and Honda CB500X are excellent choices. The main routes on this motorcycle tour are well-maintained, making them accessible and not too technical.
The XR150 is perfect for navigating the rougher, less-travelled roads thanks to its lighter weight and nimbleness. The CB500X, on the other hand, offers added power and comfort, making it ideal for longer stretches.
The best time to join our Hanoi to Sapa Motorcycle Tour is between September and May. Basically, it makes sense to avoid the Summer ‘wet’ season, when heavy rains, flooding, and landslides are possible.
Whenever you choose to ride, due to the route’s varying altitudes you’ll experience a range of temperatures, so be prepared for everything from cooler mountain air to warmer valley weather.
The adventure begins with a visit to the stunning Pu Luong Nature Reserve, followed by a ride to the lesser-visited areas of Ta Xua and Mu Cang Chai, where you’ll experience awe-inspiring mountainscapes and remarkable rice terraces.
When you arrive in Sapa, you’ll have the chance to explore Fansipan Peak, the highest point in Vietnam, and venture into the valleys to escape the typical tourist crowds.
Cloud Hunter is named after the Vietnamese term San May, which refers to the local tradition of venturing into the mountains to witness the stunning phenomenon of low-lying clouds blanketing the valleys.
On this tour, you’ll ride through high-altitude mountains where you’ll often find yourself above the clouds, looking down on a sea of mist below.
The bus journey back to Hanoi from Lao Cai is relatively quick, 5 or so hours, since it follows the main highway. To make the return trip more enjoyable, we take a relaxed morning ride down from Sapa to enjoy the scenic views before stopping for lunch. Then you’ll board the bus and be back in Hanoi before dinner.
This Hanoi to Sapa motorcycle tour takes you through diverse landscapes, starting in the lowlands and gradually ascending into the highlands. As you rise in elevation, the geography and agriculture shift dramatically.
You’ll ride through expansive paddy fields that give way to dense forests, then climb up steep mountainsides. The lush rice terraces transform into fields of corn, eventually transitioning to pine forests. Along with the changing landscapes, you’ll encounter different ethnic groups, from the Tay, Muong, and Thai in the lower regions to the Dao, Hmong, and Lo Lo in the mountains.
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Daily
Total
Rider (XR 150)
$140
Rider (CRF 300)
$180
Rider (CB 500X)
$180
Rider (GS 1250)
$280
Pillion
$120
Damage Waiver
$20
Private Room
$40
Support Vehicle*
$150
* All prices given are per rider except for the support vehicle. The support vehicle is free for groups of 7 or more, otherwise the cost is shared across the group.
Daily
Total
Jeep (1 PAX)
$210
Jeep (2 PAX)
$120
Jeep (3 PAX)
$90
Jeep (4+ PAX)
$80
Rider (Easy Rider)
$115
Rider (Self-Drive)
$105
Private Room
$15
* Our jeep tour prices operate on a sliding scale. The larger your group, the less each person pays—each member of your group will pay the lowest daily rate shown. For example, if you have a group of 4 or more, you will each only pay $80/day.
Engine Type
air cooled, OHC, single cylinder
Displacement
149 cc
Bore X Stroke
57.3 mm x 57.8 mm
Ignition
CDI
Fuel System
20 mm piston valve carburettor
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Starter
electric with kick starter backup
Gearbox
5-speed
Front Suspension
telescopic fork, 180 mm axle travel
Rear Suspension
single shock swing arm, 150 mm axle travel
Front Brakes
dual piston caliper, 240 mm disc
Rear Brakes
mechanical drum
Front Tyres
90/90 19
Rear Tyres
110/90 17
Wheelbase
1362 mm
Seat Height
825 mm
Ground Clearance
243 mm
Kerb Weight
129 kg
Fuel Capacity
12 litres
Dimensions
2091 mm (L) x 811 mm (W) x 1125 mm (H)
Engine Type
single cylinder, DOHC, liquid cooled
Displacement
286 cc
Bore X Stroke
76 mm x 63 mm
Ignition
Full Transistor Digital
Fuel System
PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Starter
electric
Gearbox
5-speed
Front Suspension
43 mm telescopic upside down
Rear Suspension
Prolink Mono with 5 stage pre load adjuster
Front Brakes
Rear Brakes
220 mm disc, single piston caliper
Front Tyres
80/100 21
Rear Tyres
120/80 18
Wheelbase
1455 mm
Seat Height
880 mm
Ground Clearance
285 mm
Kerb Weight
142 kg
Fuel Capacity
7.8 litres
Dimensions
2230 mm (L) x 820 mm (W) x 1200 mm (H)
Engine Type
liquid cooled parallel-twin four stroke
Displacement
470 cc
Bore X Stroke
67 mm x 66.8 mm
Ignition
PGMI – FI
Fuel System
fuel injection
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Starter
electric
Gearbox
6-speed
Front Suspension
41 mm SFF-BP USD Forks
Rear Suspension
Prolink Mono with 5 stage pre load adjuster
Front Brakes
dual 296 mm discs with 4 piston calipers; ABS
Rear Brakes
240 mm disc; ABS
Front Tyres
110/80R19M/C (59H)
Rear Tyres
160/60R17M/C
Wheelbase
1445 mm
Seat Height
830 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
Kerb Weight
199 kg
Fuel Capacity
17.7 litres
Dimensions
2,155 mm (L) x 830 mm (W) x 1,410 mm (H)
Engine Type
air-liquid cooled, twin cylinder, DOHC, boxer engine
Displacement
1255 cc
Bore X Stroke
102.5 mm x 76 mm
Ignition
FI
Fuel System
fuel injection
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
Starter
electric
Gearbox
6-speed
Front Suspension
BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 37 mm
Rear Suspension
single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes
dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 305 mm, 4-piston radial calipers
Rear Brakes
single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating caliper
Front Tyres
120/70 R19
Rear Tyres
170/60 R17
Wheelbase
1514 mm
Seat Height
850 mm
Ground Clearance
790 mm
Kerb Weight
249 kg
Fuel Capacity
20 litres
Dimensions
2207 mm (L) x 952.5mm (W) x 1430 mm (H)