Ho Chi Minh Trail Motorbike Tour Explore Phong Nha – Vietnam Adventure Ride
This Ho Chi Minh Trail motorbike tour to Phong Nha is one of the most iconic Vietnam motorbike routes, following historic war roads through jungle-covered mountains and remote countryside. Starting from Hanoi, this guided Vietnam motorbike tour takes you deep into the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail, riding quiet back roads, scenic passes, and sections of one of Southeast Asia’s most famous routes. The journey ends in Phong Nha, home to some of the world’s largest caves and dramatic limestone landscapes. Designed for riders seeking history, adventure, and untouched scenery, this is one of the best Vietnam motorbike tours for a true off-the-beaten-track experience.
Ride the Ho Chi Minh Trail to Phong Nha and experience the history, nature and culture of Vietnam first-hand. The newly upgraded to form the Ho Chi Minh Highway goes from the Pu Luong Nature reserve to Phong Nha Nation Park where we spend two nights and explore the forest and caves in the national park.
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Tour Cost:
| Motorbike | Motorbike | Motorbike |
|---|---|---|
| Honda CRF 250L | Honda CRF 300L | Honda CB500X |
| 2465$ USD | 2650$ USD | 2905$ USD |
Pillion Passenger: 1680$ USD
All-inclusive: Ho Chi Minh Trail Tour Prices are $USD, All inclusive and based on Per Person on tour. Overnight in homestays, guest houses, and hotel Single rooms, hotel included on the last day of the tour in Hoi An. Price includes shipping bike from Hoi An to Hanoi at the end of the tour.
Support vehicle available on request at an additional cost per group including fuel and driver.
Optional extras:
- Support Vehicle: 110$ USD per day including driver, petrol & expenses
- Comprehensive damage insurance 25$ USD per day
- Airport Pickup 15$ USD per group per way
Why We are different
All of our guided motorbike tours include an English-speaking guide out front and a mechanic acting as a sweeper in the back. On the road, if you want to stop to take photos, enjoy the scenery or meet people along the way, no problem. You don’t have to worry about keeping up with the group or missing a turn, you can travel at your own pace. We travel this way to keep the group safe and be there in case anything goes wrong. We don’t cut corners on our bikes, your safety, your food or your accommodations. Find out more about international licensing, comprehensive damage insurance and personal insurance options. Contact us for a group tour discount.
Riding Difficulty
This Ho Chi Minh Trail motorbike tour is suitable for intermediate to experienced riders who are comfortable riding long distances on varied terrain. The route follows mostly sealed roads with some rougher sections and remote mountain stretches. Daily riding time averages 5–8 hours, depending on distance and stops. The terrain is approximately 80% paved roads and 20% rural or back roads, including sections of the historic Ho Chi Minh Trail through jungle and mountains. Passengers can comfortably join this tour. With full support from an experienced guide and mechanic, this ride is designed to be adventurous but manageable, making it ideal for riders looking to experience Vietnam’s most historic route.
Why This Ho Chi Minh Trail Tour Is Different
This is a fully supported guided Vietnam motorbike tour with an experienced English-speaking guide leading the route and a mechanic riding behind the group.
You can ride at your own pace, stop for photos, and explore historic sites along the Ho Chi Minh Trail without pressure. We focus on experience over speed, allowing time to visit key war locations, scenic viewpoints, and local villages. We provide well-maintained adventure bikes, full riding gear, and carefully selected accommodations along the route. This combination of flexibility, safety, and comfort makes this one of the most complete Ho Chi Minh Trail motorbike tours in Vietnam.
Ho Chi Minh Trail Motorbike Tour Route Summary
Ho Chi Minh Trail Tour 8D 8N Our all-inclusive prices covers:
- Motorcycle: Honda CRF 250L, Ural 650cc or Honda XR 150cc
- Petrol, Oil and maintenance
- All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
- Accommodation in local guesthouses, hotels Single rooms or homestays
- English-speaking guide
- All fees, tolls and National Park entrance tickets
- Helmets: Full face and open face
- Padded Motorcycle jackets & Motorcycle pants
- Rain pants and Poncho
- Dry bag and tie downs
- Hotel on last night of Tour in Hoi An
What’s Not Included:
Free Cuong's T-shirt included on tour
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Our Bikes:
Riding Gear Included on Tour
Drivers License:
We require that you have you home country motorbike licence to join on one of our tours. You must have personal health insurance or Travel insurance that covers Motorbike in Vietnam to cover you in-case of accident or illness. Please have a look at World Nomads who offer travel insurance that cover Vietnam. Please Contact us for more information and recommended insurance providers. To drive a Ural sidecar motorbike on tour you must have a sidecar licence and sidecar driving experience.
Passports and Visa
You must have a valid passport with 6 month before expiry date to obtain a Vietnam tourist visa. We can arrange a visa on arrival letter please have (2) 3 x 4cm photos, and bring $USD to pay the visa fee at immigration at the airport, rates vary per country. Here is the latest visa information on-line. please contact us for more information or consult your local Vietnamese embassy or consulate to see the tours visa requirements.
Comprehensive Damage Insurance Optional:
Our insurance policy covers lost, theft or any damage to the motorbike caused by an accident or fall, you will be fully covered in-case the bike is damaged beyond repair. The policy excludes any, personal medical insurance, liability to other vehicles or injury caused to another party. Contact us for full coverage and details.
| Motorbike | Additional Cost $US |
|---|---|
| Honda CRF 250cc | 200$ per 8 day tour |
| Honda XR 150cc | 165$ per 8 day tour |
| Ural 650cc solo | 200$ per 8 day tour |
Ho Chi Minh Trail Phong Nha motorbike Tour 8D 8N
Ho Chi Minh Trail Phong Nha motorcycle tour departs from Hanoi to Pu Luong and down to Phong Nha National Park where we spend two nights exploring the forest and caves of Phong Nha National Park and two nights in Hue visiting the ancient monuments and forbidden city Our route passes through historic locations from the war, through the history in Hue ends on the Beaches of Hoi An.
Hanoi • Pu Luong • Vinh • Phong Nha • Khe Sang • Hue • Hoi An
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