EPIC 10-DAY MOTORBIKE TOUR FROM NHA TRANG TO HOI AN VIA HO CHI MINH TRAIL

Countryside road to Lak Lake

Leaving Da Lat at 8:30 am, you pass through flower farms ablaze with daisies, gerberas, and roses—a true canvas of color. The road soon winds into coffee country, where plantations grow Arabica, Robusta, and Moka beans. Here, you savor Vietnam’s world-famous weasel coffee, paired with a sip of homemade rice wine—fondly called “happy water.”

Next, the ride stops at a silkworm factory, where delicate threads are spun into shimmering fabrics, followed by a visit to the thundering Elephant Waterfall and a towering Buddha statue at a peaceful pagoda.

Descending into the lowlands, you pass through stilt-house villages and shimmering rice paddies. By late afternoon, the road opens to the vast Lak Lake. Arriving around 5 pm, you check into a lakeside hotel and enjoy the serene view as the sky reflects on still waters dotted with fishermen’s canoes.

Overnight: Lak Lake Hotel.

Dug-out at Lak Lake

At sunrise, Lak Lake comes alive with soft ripples and the sound of paddles. You board a traditional canoe, gliding past stilt houses of the M’nong people, water buffalo grazing along the shore, and fishermen casting nets with practiced ease.

Crossing into the village, you’ll see bamboo houses, simple yet harmonious with the land. Depending on the season, you may witness lively folk music and dance performed by locals in colorful attire.

The ride continues to the breathtaking Dray Sap Waterfall, where mist rises from the cascading water and the air feels fresh and wild. Take a picnic here, or dip into the pools for a refreshing swim.

As you approach Buon Ma Thuot, the regional capital of coffee, the landscape changes to rice fields, pepper farms, and even cocoa plantations. Stops at a mushroom farm and incense workshop offer glimpses of local life before arriving in town by evening.

Overnight: hotel. 

Riding on the Ho Chi Minh trail

The day begins with a visit to the Dak Lak Cultural and Historical Museum, where ethnology exhibits reveal the traditions of the Ede, Ja Rai, and M’nong peoples, alongside wartime relics and artifacts.

Riding out of the city, the air grows cleaner as the route passes rubber plantations and pepper farms. Stop for coffee in a roadside hammock café, the kind of simple joy that defines Vietnam’s highland journeys.

By afternoon, the sound of rushing water draws you to Phu Cuong Waterfall, hidden in a pocket of forest. After soaking in its beauty, the ride continues toward Chu Se, arriving around 4 pm. Here, life slows down, with rice fields stretching into the horizon and stilt houses dotting the green landscape.

Overnight: Homestay/ Hotel. 

Enjoy the ride on the Ho Chi Minh Road

Today’s journey follows the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail, a route rich in history and breathtaking landscapes. A highlight along the way is Sea Lake, a volcanic crater known as “The Eyes of Pleiku,” its sapphire waters glistening amid tall pine forests.

Continue to a tea plantation nestled on rolling hills, where you can enjoy a cup of fresh green tea and take in the serene surroundings. A nearby lying-Buddha temple offers a moment of peace before the road leads into Kon Tum.

In Kon Tum, explore the Wooden Church, built by French missionaries in 1913, featuring Gothic architecture crafted with local materials. Visit Kon K’tu village, where stilted Rong houses stand as proud symbols of ethnic heritage and community. Experience the warmth of local traditions and enjoy the peaceful highland evening.

Overnight: Hotel in Kon Tum

Visit the rubber plantation

The road today weaves through mountains, rivers, and stories of war. Stops include Charlie Hill and Phoenix Airport, key sites during the Vietnam War. Further along is the Indochina T-Junction, where the borders of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia meet—a place that carries both strategic importance and symbolic unity.

Streams and waterfalls tumble from the jungle hillsides, offering chances to rest, cool your feet, and soak in the untamed beauty of the Central Highlands. By evening, you arrive in Kham Duc, a quiet town nestled in the mountains, checking into your hotel around 5 pm.

Overnight: Hotel.

Suspension Brigde in Katu village

From Kham Duc, we set off on another thrilling ride along the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail, one of Vietnam’s most historic and breathtaking routes. The road winds through dense jungles, towering mountains, and remote valleys where ethnic minority villages remain untouched by modern life. Along the way, you’ll pass sites that still bear traces of the Vietnam War, adding depth and reflection to the day’s adventure. The ride is long but rewarding, with endless curves and panoramic scenery that few travelers ever get to witness. By late afternoon, we arrive in A Luoi, a quiet highland town near the Lao border, known for its ethnic diversity and traditional way of life.

Overnight: A Luoi Hotel.

The U.S force which is used during the Vietnam War in the old Ta Con Airport

Today’s ride takes us along the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail toward Hue, covering nearly 250 km of scenic mountain roads and remote landscapes. On the way, we explore the historic Khe Sanh Combat Base, with its preserved bunkers, tanks, and aircraft from the Vietnam War. We also stop at Rock Pile Hill, another former wartime outpost, before cruising along the tranquil Tam Giang Lagoon, the largest brackish water lagoon in Southeast Asia. By late afternoon, we arrive in the imperial city of Hue, ready to discover its rich cultural heritage.

 Overnight:  Hotel.

The old Royal Kingdom of the Nguyen Dynasty

Experience a full day in Hue, Vietnam’s imperial capital, where history and culture come alive along the Perfume River. Visit the UNESCO-listed Imperial City, the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda, and the serene royal tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. In the evening, enjoy a tranquil boat cruise on the Perfume River with live Ca Hue folk music, before wandering through Hue’s vibrant night market and savoring local cuisine by the riverbank. A perfect blend of heritage, spirituality, and cultural immersion.

Accommodation: Hotel