The slightly different motorbike holidays — 10 days adventurous tour in North Vietnam

🏍️ Vietnam Motorcycle Adventure: Our Guided Tour Through Hill Tribe Country

On April 4th, we kicked off our two-wheeled adventure with nine thrill-seeking riders, setting course for Hanoi. The plan? Two days to acclimatize, ten days of guided off-road motorcycle action, and a perfect finale on a private boat in the legendary Halong Bay.

Right from the start, Hanoi overwhelmed our senses in the best possible way: narrow alleyways, honking scooters, vibrant markets, and sizzling street food stalls on every corner. The iconic soundtrack of the city – its constant honking – turned out to be less aggressive than it seemed. It simply meant: "Heads up, I'm coming!" We quickly adapted, learning to cross streets by joining the chaotic flow rather than fighting it.

A highlight of our city stay was the famous Train Street, where tiny cafés sit mere centimeters from the railway. Twice a day, a train roars through at close range – pure adrenaline with a side of Vietnamese coffee.

Then it was time to hit the road. Led by Beni (an Austrian who grew up in India) and local guide Tuyen, we saddled up on seven bikes – including Honda CRF 250 Enduros and two-up Honda CB-X 500s – and set off into Vietnam’s remote mountain regions.

Asia Bike Tours is all about authentic motorcycle travel: small groups, real cultural encounters, and expert guidance. The focus isn’t racking up kilometers, but rather soaking in the landscape, connecting with locals, and riding unforgettable routes.

As soon as we left the main roads behind, the terrain got real – gravel trails, washed-out mountain paths, narrow single tracks, and epic views. A dream for solo riders, a test of teamwork for our pillion pairs. But everyone made it through – with grins, dust, and stories to tell.

Evenings were spent in local homestays with farming families. We shared meals, laughter, and shots of rice wine with our hosts, sleeping in simple but spotlessly clean wooden houses. The food varied from Thai to Laotian to Chinese-inspired – a true culinary journey through Southeast Asia.

From ferrying bikes on a rickety bamboo raft to cruising through river caves by longboat, every day brought new surprises. In remote villages, children ran up to high-five us, and our lunch stops often turned into little photo shoots with curious locals.

After ten incredible days on the road, we wound down with three relaxing days in Halong Bay. Aboard our private boat, we practiced Tai Chi at sunrise, tried squid fishing at night, and reflected on the journey surrounded by surreal limestone islands.

Conclusion? This guided motorcycle tour through Northern Vietnam wasn’t your average vacation. It was an adventure that stirred the soul and left dust on our boots and memories for a lifetime.

👉 Full itinerary, photos, and the upcoming trip video:
www.asiabiketours.com/vietnam-hilltribes