For your convenience, Monkey offers to book a VIP Luxury Cabin bus service for a comfortable journey from Hanoi to Ha Giang which is a 5-6 hour drive (weather permitting). Once in Ha Giang, you will need to arrange a place to stay overnight and Monkey will pick you up between 8-9am from Kiki's House, located in Ha Giang town. Should you prefer, Monkey can assist you to make to stay at Kiki's House during your overnight visit. (Note - overnight cabin bus and overnight stay at Kiki's House come at an additional cost)

Ha Giang is a destination for all seasons, each offering unique experiences:

• Spring (March-May): Known for lush brown and lush green rice fields as rice fields are sown. Ideal for those travelling with childrem or preferring moderate warmer weather and outdoor swimming. Daytime temperatures range from 25-32°C, while nights are cooler.

• Summer (June-August): Characterized by green and gold rice fields during sowing and golden fields in the harvest season. Temperatures range from 30-37°C during the day and 20-25°C at night, perfect for less frequency of rain, clearer skies for sight seeing, exploring and swimming.

• Autumn (September-November): A time for vegetable sowing, offering a different agricultural charm. The weather remains pleasant, making it suitable for various outdoor activities.

• Winter (December-February): Offers a unique experience with ethereal mist and cooler temperatures ranging from 20-25°C during the day and 2-12°C at night. This season is special for local hot pot dinners, vegetable harvesting, and witnessing traditional wedding ceremonies in the local ethnic communities.

Regardless of the season, Northern Vietnam whether in Ha Giang, Cau Bang, and Sapa regions offer distinct and charming travel experiences all year round, with no 'bad' time to visit. 

Monkey offers private tours (upto 5 people) and group tours (upto 10 people).

Tour types: 2D1N, 3D2N, 4D3N, 5D4N, 7D6N

Read more about motorbike tours here: Motorbike Tours

General

• Sun protection (sunscreen and/or long sleeve shirt like local style)

• Mosquito repellent

• Travel towel

• Basic first aid (band aids, tweezers, antiseptic etc)

Personal Items 

Pack similar to camping trip - clothes that can be re-worn, and dry quickly after washing

• Good pair of comfortable shoes (trekking, hiking shoes)

• Underwear

• Long pants(s) (sun protection, entry to any religious sites) - light weight, breathable material ideal for all weather types

• Long sleeve shirt(s) (sun protection, entry to any religious sites) - light weight, breathable material ideal for all weather types

• Thick socks

• Flip flops

• Swimming costume

• Hat

• Sunglasses

• neck gaitor for protection from dust

• toiletries (most accommodation supplies body soap, bath towels although cannot be guaranteed). 

• wind jacket, gloves (recommended in cooler weather)

Note: Rain poncho, rain pants, shoe covers are included in the motorbike tour cost.

Luggage

Bike has space for x1 backpack 8kg-15kg luggage which will be strapped to the back of the bike. Avoid packing liquids that which will leak or spoil in the heat. If you have additional luggage you can leave it at Kiki's house for a luggage holding fee.

The motorbike has space for about x1 backpack 8kg-15kg luggage which will be strapped to the back of the bike. Avoid packing liquids that which will leak or spoil in the heat. If you have additional luggage you can leave it at Kiki's house for a luggage holding fee.

You can wear a small bag (e.g. purse, bum bag, man bag) while on the bike.

Our accommodation offerings vary by location, with a focus on delivering an authentic experience. We provide a mix of local homestays and hotels, each carefully selected to enhance your journey. 

Included in the standard motorbike tour package, we strive to provide private rooms to our guests whenever possible. However, room availability and pricing factors may affect this. In instances where private rooms are limited, couples will be given priority. Guests have the option to pay an additional fee to ensure consistent access to a standard private room throughout the tour. 

See more here: Adventure Tours 

Inclusions:

• Accommodation

• Food (vietnamese style - includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

• Tickets

• Bike

• Easy Rider

• Poncho for the rain

• Water bottle (1 liter per day)

Exclusions:

• Coffee, soft drinks, alcohol

• Additional food such as snacks

• Gratuities

If any guests have dietary requirements such as gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, or allergies to peanut, grains, or shellfish please specify the dietary requirements when filling in your booking form. Please include food preparation instructions if applicable.

It is essential that those with serious or life threatening dietary needs take precautions to ensure they bring any medications as the loops are mostly based in a rural mountainous area s where there are differences from Western food preparation practices those with serious dietary conditions should have a plan for managing while on tour and accomodations for language barriers. (For example: a person with a life threatenning peanut allergy should ensure they bring their insulan).

Yes to confirm a motorbike tour booking, please follow the steps in the below section:

• Cancellation policy: Du Gia Cozy Homestay & Tours adheres to a customer-focused 24-hour cancellation policy. Guests are entitled to a full deposit refund when a booking is cancelled more than 24 hours before the scheduled arrival. However, in cases where a booking is cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice, the deposit will be retained by Du Gia Cozy Homestay & Tours as a non-refundable charge to balance the needs of our guests with the operational requirements of our services in Vietnam.

Deposit Payment Instructions

Step 1

Submit a motorbike tour inquiry form (select motorbike tour service option) here: Contact Us 

Step 2

Pay a 20% deposit for the tour via PayPal > link here.  After paying the 20% deposit, send a screenshot of the transaction to > vangagia889@gmail.com 

Dormitory, standard room, and bungalow. Read more about the homestay here: Homestay 

If any guests have dietary requirements such as gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, or allergies to peanut, grains, or shellfish please specify the dietary requirements when filling in your booking form. Please include food preparation instructions if applicable.

It is essential that those with serious or life threatening dietary needs take precautions to ensure they bring any medications as Du Gia is in a rural mountainous area and accomodations for language barriers. (For example: a person with a life threatenning peanut allergy should ensure they bring their insulan).

Du Gia has the most beautiful rice fields, mountains and has a rich community of three ethnic groups. Experience a traditional homestay and food of the Tay people.

Du Gia  Cozy Homestay features a billards (pool) table, karaoke machine, bar, and family run cafe. 

Guests can also explore the local surrounds including a river, waterfall, traditional dance, hiking tour, ethnic peoples, small town, and experience local way of fishing.

Monkey offers also offers day tours (Homestay )