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Vietnam · Region

Ha Giang

Ha Giang is Vietnam's northernmost province, a jagged world of limestone karst peaks, terraced valleys and hairpin passes hard against the Chinese border. It is best known as the starting point for the Ha Giang Loop, a multi-day motorbike route through the Dong Van Karst Plateau that has become one of the country's signature adventures.

Getting thereHa Giang has no airport or rail line of its own; travellers fly into Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and continue overland. From there it is a ~5 to 7 hour journey by sleeper bus, limousine bus or private car to Ha Giang city, with no direct flights or trains covering the route.
How long to stayMost travellers spend ~3 to 4 days completing the Ha Giang Loop itself, plus time on either end for the overland transfer to and from Hanoi.

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Frequently asked questions about Ha Giang

How do I get to Ha Giang?

Ha Giang has no airport or rail line of its own; travellers fly into Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and continue overland. From there it is a ~5 to 7 hour journey by sleeper bus, limousine bus or private car to Ha Giang city, with no direct flights or trains covering the route.

How many days should I spend in Ha Giang?

Most travellers spend ~3 to 4 days completing the Ha Giang Loop itself, plus time on either end for the overland transfer to and from Hanoi.

What is Ha Giang known for?

Ha Giang is Vietnam's northernmost province, a jagged world of limestone karst peaks, terraced valleys and hairpin passes hard against the Chinese border. It is best known as the starting point for the Ha Giang Loop, a multi-day motorbike route through the Dong Van Karst Plateau that has become one of the country's signature adventures.

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