Duration: 6 Days
From: 780 USD
Ride from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City on a 6-day self-riding motorbike tour through the contrasting landscapes of Southern Vietnam. Wind through the pine-covered mountains and coffee-growing regions of the Central Highlands before descending into the fertile waterways and rural backroads of the Mekong Delta. Along the way, encounter local communities, peaceful countryside, and the everyday rhythms of life beyond the main tourist routes, with an experienced local guide leading the journey.
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Riding Through Flower Villages, Coffee Plantations and Elephant Waterfall
Depart Da Lat at 8:30 AM and follow peaceful backroads through the surrounding countryside, passing flower-growing villages filled with roses, lilies and daisies. As the road winds into the coffee-growing hills, stop at a plantation in Me Linh to learn about Robusta and Arabica cultivation and sample freshly brewed local coffee.
Continue through the highlands to a traditional silk workshop, where you can observe the process of turning silkworm threads into fine fabric. Back on the motorcycle, descend through winding country roads toward Elephant Waterfall, where powerful cascades plunge over rugged rocks amid lush tropical vegetation. Visit the nearby Buddhist temple to see its impressive Happy Buddha statue before stopping for lunch.
In the afternoon, continue riding through the changing landscapes of the Central Highlands, passing rural villages, rice fields and fishing communities around the waterways. The route offers a mix of flowing curves and peaceful countryside roads, with plenty of opportunities to stop for photographs along the way.
Arrive at Lak Lake around 5:00 PM, where calm waters, traditional M’nong villages and surrounding green hills provide a peaceful setting to end the first day of this Central Highlands motorbike tour.
Accommodation: Lak Lake Hotel.
The Majestic Beauty of Dray Sap Waterfall
Sunrise Canoeing, M’nong Village Life and Waterfall Swimming
Start early at 6:00 AM with a traditional dugout canoe trip across Lak Lake as the first light spreads over the calm water. Paddle past local fishermen and enjoy views of M’nong stilt-house villages along the shoreline. Back on land, take a walk through the village to observe traditional weaving and learn about the community’s way of life.
Return to the bikes and ride through the countryside toward Dray Sap Waterfall. Follow winding rural roads through green farmland and forested landscapes before reaching the powerful cascade. Park the motorcycles and take a refreshing swim in the natural pools beneath the waterfall, enjoying the cool water and peaceful jungle surroundings before continuing the journey.
In the afternoon, ride toward Dak Mil along peaceful highland roads, passing small incense-making workshops, cocoa plantations and rural settlements. Enjoy the changing scenery and relaxed rhythm of riding through the Central Highlands before arriving in Dak Mil for the evening.
Accommodation: Dakmil Hotel.
The Border Highways & Historic Ho Chi Minh RoadRiding Ho Chi Minh Road Through Border Hills and Plantation Country
After breakfast, fire up the engine and set off along Ho Chi Minh Road for a full day of riding through the Central Highlands and southern countryside. Start with a stop at a local cocoa plantation to learn about cocoa cultivation and sample its fresh products before returning to the road.
Continue along scenic routes near the Vietnam–Cambodia border, where rolling hills, quiet stretches of asphalt and sweeping bends create an enjoyable ride. Take breaks along the way to hear stories about the area’s wartime significance and visit a remote ethnic minority village for a glimpse of local life.
In the afternoon, ride through extensive cashew-growing areas and stop at a local processing facility to see how the nuts are prepared. Continue through shaded rubber plantations before reaching Dong Xoai Martyrs’ Cemetery, where you can pay respects to those who lost their lives during the war.
Arrive in Dong Xoai around 5:00 PM after a rewarding day of long-distance riding, borderland scenery and agricultural landscapes.
Exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels
From Rural Backroads to the Lush Mekong Delta
Leave Dong Xoai in the morning and ride south toward the historic Cu Chi Tunnels. As the road carries you closer to the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City, enjoy the changing rhythm of the ride, from quiet rural stretches to busier roads around the city. Park the motorcycles and explore the underground tunnel network, learning how Vietnamese soldiers lived, cooked and moved through these narrow passages during the war. Visitors can also crawl through selected sections to experience the confined conditions firsthand.
After lunch, get back in the saddle and continue south toward the Mekong Delta. The riding becomes flatter and more relaxed as the route passes through rural villages, green rice fields and waterways that define this fertile region. Enjoy the contrast between the busier roads near the city and the peaceful countryside lanes farther south.
Arrive in My Tho by late afternoon, where the riverside atmosphere and tropical landscapes mark a clear change from the highland roads of previous days. This day offers a varied riding experience, linking Vietnam’s wartime history with the open countryside of the Mekong Delta.
Accommodation: Homestay/ Hotel.
Enjoy a Sampan Ride Through the Canals of My Tho
Riding Mekong Delta Backroads Through Fruit Orchards and Riverside Villages
Start the morning with a boat trip along the Tien River, passing floating fish farms and visiting the four famous islets of Long, Lan, Quy and Phung. Step ashore on Thai Son Island to walk through tropical fruit orchards, enjoy traditional southern Vietnamese folk music and sample local honey tea. Continue to Ben Tre to visit a coconut candy workshop, where local producers demonstrate traditional methods of making this regional specialty.
After the morning’s river experiences, return to the motorcycles and ride deeper into the Mekong Delta. Leave the main roads behind and follow narrow village lanes, crossing small bridges and winding through green rice paddies, fruit farms and peaceful riverside communities. These quieter roads offer a closer look at daily life in the delta, with plenty of changing scenery along the way.
Continue toward Can Tho, enjoying the relaxed pace of riding through the fertile southern countryside. Arrive around 4:00 PM in the Mekong Delta’s largest city, ready to unwind after a day combining river culture with an enjoyable countryside motorbike ride.
Accommodation: Hotel
Take a Boat Trip to Cai Rang Floating Market at Sunrise
Sunrise at Cai Rang Floating Market and the Final Ride to Sai Gon
Wake up at 5:00 AM and head to Cai Rang Floating Market for an early morning boat trip through one of the Mekong Delta’s most lively trading hubs. Cruise among boats loaded with fresh fruit and vegetables, watching local traders exchange produce as the river comes alive with activity. Enjoy a bowl of hot noodle soup and Vietnamese coffee on the water before returning to shore.
After breakfast, visit traditional rice paper and noodle workshops to see how local families make these everyday Vietnamese staples. Then get back on the motorcycle for the final riding day, leaving Can Tho behind and following rural roads through orchards, rice fields and small delta villages.
As the route approaches Ho Chi Minh City, the quiet countryside gradually gives way to busier outer highways and urban traffic. Ride into the city around 3:00 PM, bringing the six-day journey from Da Lat through the Central Highlands and Mekong Delta to a memorable close.
End of the tour.
TOUR INFORMATION
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WEATHER & ITINERARY
INSURANCE
TIPPING
| Motorbike Types | Honda XR150cc |
|---|---|
| Group size |
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| Group of 1 rider | 960 USD |
| Group of 2 riders | 900 USD |
| Group of 3 riders | 840 USD |
| Group of 4 riders+ | 780 USD |
| Motorbike Types | Honda CRF300cc |
|---|---|
| Group size | ![]() |
| Group of 1 rider | 1,080 USD |
| Group of 2 riders | 1,020 USD |
| Group of 3 riders | 960 USD |
| Group of 4 riders+ | 900 USD |
| Motorbike Types | Honda CB500cc |
|---|---|
| Group size |
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| Group of 1 rider | 1,200 USD |
| Group of 2 riders | 1,140 USD |
| Group of 3 riders | 1,080 USD |
| Group of 4 riders+ | 1,020 USD |
"This was the highlight of our Southeast Asia trip. Stunning scenery, amazing food, and incredible people. We felt safe the whole way."
"Well-organized and reliable bikes. We saw Vietnam in the most authentic way."
"From remote villages to beautiful mountains, every day was an adventure. We will never forget this experience."
"If you're thinking about this tour, just do it! 25 days of pure adventure and unforgettable memories."