Hanoi to Da Nang — Ride the S Southbound

8 days · 1554 km · Ninh Binh, Phong Nha & the Ho Chi Minh Road

1,554 km

Distance

8 days

Duration

4 -> 10 riders

Group size

Challenging

Difficulty

Overview

About this tour

The same legendary route as our Da Nang to Hanoi ride, flipped on its head. You leave the noise of Hanoi behind on day one and drop straight into the limestone karsts of Ninh Binh, then follow the coast south through Sam Son and Vinh. From there the road turns inland to Phong Nha-Ke Bang, where a full day is set aside for Paradise Cave and a boat trip into the river cave. The final stages are the best of the whole ride: the Ho Chi Minh Road through Khe Sanh and the A Shau Valley, the Imperial City of Hue, and a last run over the Hai Van Pass into Da Nang. Riding it southbound means you finish on the coast with the sea in front of you instead of in city traffic.

Highlights

What you'll experience

Start in Hanoi and finish on the central coast in Da Nang
Ninh Binh on day one — limestone karsts and Trang An by sampan boat
Full day at Phong Nha-Ke Bang — Paradise Cave and Phong Nha Cave by boat
Ho Chi Minh Road southbound through Khe Sanh and the A Shau Valley
Imperial City of Hue — royal tombs, citadel, and the Perfume River
Small group (max 10 riders) — expert guide with deep knowledge of every back road
Support vehicle for luggage so you ride light the entire way

Route

Itinerary

Day	Depart	Arrive	Distance
DAY 0	Arrival Day		—
DAY 1	Hanoi	Ninh Binh	204 km
DAY 2	Ninh Binh	Sam Son	121 km
DAY 3	Sam Son	Vinh	229 km
DAY 4	Vinh	Phong Nha	259 km
DAY 5	Phong Nha Exploration Day		—
DAY 6	Phong Nha	Khe Sanh	244 km
DAY 7	Khe Sanh	Hue	252 km
DAY 8	Hue	Da Nang	245 km
DAY 9	Departure Day		—
Total			1554 km

What's Included

Motorcycle of your choice with top box, phone mount, and USB charging port
Petrol (fuel)
Drinks and coffee during the day
Accommodation with breakfast included
Support van and spare bike replacement
Local tour guide
Airport transfer service
Entrance tickets for national parks and museums
Mechanical support during the ride

Not Included

Flight tickets
Visa entrance
Alcohol (beers and wine)
Food — budget for daily meals is about USD 50
Personal expenses
Riding gear: helmet, gloves, boots, and rain gear

Important notes

Insurance policy

Motorcycle damage insurance is provided (not automatically included) for the full tour, with coverage 80% of total damage costs
Only major damages are charged; minor scratches and light wear are waived
Insurance package cost: Honda bikes $200, BMW bikes $600

Final insurance terms are confirmed in your booking agreement before payment.