The best motorcycle routes in Sapa
Well known for its beautiful scenery, fresh air, friendly locals and terraced fields, Sapa has become the favorite destination for many travelers across the country and the world. A motorcycle adventure is a wonderful way to explore this region.
Sapa’s terrain is mountainous; therefore, the roads and lanes of the highlands are pleasing to the eye but not always easy to navigate. A motorbike will help tourists discover every corner. If you are a nature lover, a motorcycle will be your number one choice.
Additionally, Sapa is a place for casual outdoor activities, like camping or picnicking, so a motorbike will be a breeze to travel for a memorable excursion. Additionally, you enjoy the magnificent scenery without any time or schedule limitations.
The best routes in Sapa
1. O Quy Ho Pass – Ban Khoang Village – Ta Giang Phinh Village
O Quy Ho is one of the difficult and winding passes in Vietnam.
The O Quy Ho pass inspires many adventurous travelers. On this route, you will head towards the northern part of Sapa to O Quy Ho village where you can stop at the viewpoint and admire the beautiful landscape of rice fields and mountains.
After O Quy Ho, you will arrive at Ban Khoang village, which is home to the Red Dzao and Hmong minority groups, you will meet friendly and very hospitable people who would like to invite you to their home and drink homemade rice wine.
If you have a guide accompanying you, this is the best chance to understand their daily life and local culture. Then further than Ban Khoang village to Ta Giang Phinh village which is an underrated destination among travelers to Sapa. The village is hidden in the mountain valley and surrounded by beautiful rice terraces.
During the rice harvest season, it’s a spectacular view of the golden rice fields and the clear blue sky above, what an unforgettable memory. In case you have more time here, stay overnight and hike to Ngu Chi Son Mountain and admire the view from above, a spooky mountain shaped like five fingers.
2. Sapa loop – Y Ty
Y Ty is a beautiful and charming village further north and sits on the border of Vietnam and China. At every time of the year, the village has exceptional beauty and beauty compared to other places in Sapa as well as Vietnam.
Situated at an altitude of over 200m above sea level, with a prime location, Y Ty is popular among travel photographers for its “sea cloud”, golden rice terraces and snowfall in winter.
To get to the village, you will climb mountains, breathtaking passes and pass through Den Sang forest, which creates a mystical atmosphere and a unique ambiance for this place.
With this loop you can complete the trip in one day; However, we strongly recommend doing it in 2 days, as well as a chance to spend a night in one of the few homestays will bring you more comfort.
There are two routes to conquer the Sapa – Y Ty loop. You can drive through Lao Cai town on Highway 4D in a literal loop.
Or you can take road DT158 from Ban Vuoc to Ban Xeo before returning to Sapa on road DT155 and Highway 4D. Both paths are the same length of 195 km and offer a spectacular image of the Sapa mountain region.
3. Sapa – Sin Ho loop
Sapa – Sin Ho is a truly unique experience and one that truly shows off the wonders of Northern Vietnam. As you drive this loop, you’ll pass some of the highest peaks with the most scenic and least densely populated views in the country.
If you want to explore local culture and get off the beaten track, this itinerary is perfect for you. However, the route is a bit dangerous for some weak-hearted people as it is on a high plateau, steep and winding.
From Sapa Town, you will pass the Silver Waterfall, cross the Tram Ton Pass, pass through a number of villages home to Thai and Dao minority groups and the picturesque mountaintop town of Sin Ho.
4. Sa Pa – Ban Ho Village
On this route you will travel down Muong Hoa Street towards Ta Van, Cau May or Ban Ho village – all clearly signposted from the main road. Ban Ho is about 25 kilometers from Sapa town and a good place to aim: the villagers are used to tourists and food and homestays can usually be arranged.
The road around the village runs along the mountainside with stunning views of the valleys and mountains to the south, with truly breathtaking scenery of the stepped rice field climbing the slopes.
Where to rent a motorbike in Sapa?
There are many options for renting a motorbike in Sapa. It is not difficult to find a place in Sapa town; you can either rent a motorbike from small hostels or hotels or from a motorbike rental shop.
Motorcycle rental places are increasing due to a large amount of visitors. It is not difficult to rent a motorbike, but the price is certainly different from place to place. We try to choose a few reputable ones to help you a little to make your trip more perfect.
Sapa Hoc Ly
Located in the heart of Sapa, this motorcycle rental shop has strengthened customer trust and attracted more attention from a large number of domestic and foreign visitors due to its high quality and reasonable price.
There is a wide range that you can choose from, including Honda Air Blade, Wave, Honda RSX, Nouvo and many others.
The price, affordable for all visitors, can fluctuate between 80,000 and 150,000 VND.
Address: No8, Hoang Lien, Sapa
Telephone number/Zalo: 0915.190.874
Mr. Chinh
Mr.Chinh is a professional motorcycle rental service provider in Sapa. This store has a huge parking lot at your disposal.
If you are looking for a place to rent a motorbike at a very cheap price, this is it. The price may exceed your wildest dreams for a full-day trip.
Additionally, if you are renting a motorbike for long distances, you will receive lots of useful tips about the weather and terrain here.
Address: 44 Fansipan, Sapa
Phone number: 0988.628.515
Motorcycle rental price Sapa
The motorcycle rental market in Sapa town is increasingly focused and developed. Therefore, the stores offer quite competitive rental rates with different prices. The list of motorcycle rental prices according to customer reviews below will help you get an overview and plan the cost of your upcoming schedule.
| Vehicles | Price per day |
| Honda Wave RSX | 100,000 vnd/per day |
| Honda Blade | 100,000 vnd/per day |
| Honda Wave S | 100,000 vnd/per day |
| Yamaha Nouvo LX, SX | 120,000 vnd/per day |
| Honda Air Blade | 130,000 vnd/per day |
