Hà Giang Loop & Hoàng Su Phì Rice Terraces: 5-Day Karst Peaks & Golden Valley Trek

The ultimate northern expedition combining the dramatic limestone passes of the Dong Van Geopark with the world-renowned cascading golden rice terraces and Red Dao villages of Hoang Su Phi.

Dauer5 Days / 4 Nights

Distanz510 km

Höhenlage150m (Ha Giang) → 1,500m (Ma Pi Leng) → 1,200m (Hoang Su Phi Terraced Slopes)

Preis / USD / Person$375 USD

Routenüberblick

While the classic loop explores the vertical limestone pinnacles of the north, this 5-day expedition adds an extraordinary detour southwest into Hoàng Su Phì — home to the most magnificent, untouched terraced rice fields in Southeast Asia. Traverse the legendary passes of Quản Bạ, Thẩm Mã, and Mã Pí Lèng before riding into the emerald-green slopes of Hoàng Su Phì. Spend a full day trekking along carved ridge paths, meeting welcoming Red Dao and Black Nùng farmers, and soaking in traditional hot herbal medicinal baths.

Höhepunkte

✓Quản Bạ Heaven's Gate, Fairy Twin Mountains & Thẩm Mã Pass

✓Conquering the cliff edge of Mã Pí Lèng Pass & Nho Quế River Tu Sản Canyon

✓Exploring the H'Mong King's Palace (Dinh Họ Vương) & Đồng Văn Old Quarter

✓Deep detour into Hoàng Su Phì — National Heritage terraced rice fields

✓Full day walking through untouched Red Dao and Nùng wooden stilt villages

✓Traditional herbal bath and fireside feast with local ethnic host families

Detaillierter Reiseverlauf

5 Stopps

Day 1

Hà Giang City → Quản Bạ Heaven's Gate → Thẩm Mã Pass → Đồng Văn (145 km)

Depart Hà Giang city and climb the sweeping curves of Bắc Sum Pass. Stand at Quản Bạ Heaven's Gate overlooking the Fairy Twin Mountains. Ride through Yên Minh pine forests, conquer Thẩm Mã Pass, and visit the 100-year-old stone fortress of the H'Mong King before settling into your hotel in Đồng Văn Old Quarter.

Day 2

Đồng Văn → Mã Pí Lèng Pass → Nho Quế River → Mèo Vạc (50 km)

Conquer the legendary Mã Pí Lèng Pass with sweeping vistas into the turquoise Nho Quế River and 800m sheer cliffs of Tu Sản Canyon. Descend to the river for a boat cruise, then ride to Mèo Vạc for dinner and an overnight stay in a traditional homestay.

Day 3

Mèo Vạc → Mậu Duệ Gorges → Bắc Quang → Thông Nguyên (Hoàng Su Phì) (165 km)

Leave the limestone karst plateau and ride southwest along scenic mountain roads into the lush green valleys of Hoàng Su Phì. As you enter Thông Nguyên, towering mountains give way to thousands of cascading hand-carved rice terraces. Check into an authentic Red Dao wooden stilt lodge overlooking the stepped valleys.

💡 Insider-Tipp: Soak in a traditional Red Dao herbal bath prepared with over 30 medicinal jungle plants to soothe your muscles.

Day 4

Hoàng Su Phì Rice Terraces Trekking → Bản Luốc & Nậm Hồng Villages

Spend a full day exploring the breathtaking rice terraces of Bản Luốc, Nậm Hồng, and Thông Nguyên — recognized as a National Cultural Heritage site. Trek along narrow ridge paths, meet welcoming Red Dao and Black Nùng farmers, and learn traditional mountain agricultural customs far off the typical tourist trail.

💡 Insider-Tipp: September to late October is the golden harvest season when the entire valley turns radiant amber and gold!

Day 5

Hoàng Su Phì → Cổng Trời Pass → Vị Xuyên → Hà Giang City (150 km)

Ride along the panoramic high ridge road of Cổng Trời Pass, enjoying final sweeping vistas of the endless terraced mountains. Descend through tea-covered foothills into Vị Xuyên and return to Hà Giang city by mid-afternoon.

Im Preis enthalten

✔Dedicated veteran English-speaking local Easy Rider guide throughout
✔Japanese motorbike (Honda/Yamaha), fuel, and maintenance
✔All 4 nights accommodation (Boutique hotel in Đồng Văn, Mèo Vạc homestay, and Red Dao eco-lodge in Hoàng Su Phì)
✔All meals: 5 hearty lunches, 4 breakfasts, and 4 authentic local dinners
✔Private boat cruise on the Nho Quế River through Tu Sản Canyon
✔Traditional Red Dao herbal bath experience
✔All entrance permits and geopark tickets
✔Pickup and drop-off in Hà Giang City

Nicht enthalten

✖Bus transfer Hanoi - Ha Giang (available upon request)
✖Personal bar drinks & souvenirs
✖Travel personal medical insurance (recommended)
✖Gratuities for guide (discretionary)

Häufige Fragen

When is the best time of year to see the rice terraces in Hoàng Su Phì?

From late August through October, the terraces turn brilliant yellow and gold during harvest season. In May and June, the 'watering season' creates glittering mirror-like pools across the mountainsides.