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Ha Giang Loop Map and Itinerary 2026: Best Routes, Daily Breakdown & Travel Tips
Planning the Ha Giang Loop in 2026? Discover the best Ha Giang Loop map and itinerary options.
Faye Hilling
2 days ago9 min read


What Are the Ha Giang Loop Road Conditions Really Like? (Winter 2025-2026)
Planning the Ha Giang Loop in winter? Learn about road conditions, fog, cold weather risks, best routes, bike tips, and how to ride safely.
Faye Hilling
5 days ago11 min read


Cherry Blossoms in Ha Giang 2026: When & How to See Them with Bong Hostel
Discover the best time to see Cherry Blossoms in Ha Giang in 2026 and how Bong Hostel helps travellers catch peak bloom.
Faye Hilling
Dec 226 min read


Ha Giang Loop FAQs: 65+ Questions Backpackers Ask Before Doing the Loop (A–Z Guide: Part 2)
This is part 2 of the ultimate A–Z of Ha Giang Loop FAQs—written by people who live it, ride it, and guide it.
Faye Hilling
Dec 1715 min read


The Best Festivals on the Ha Giang Loop in 2026
Here is a list of every major festival on the Ha Giang Loop in 2026.
Faye Hilling
Dec 1015 min read


Ha Giang Loop FAQs: 65+ Questions Backpackers Ask Before Doing the Loop (A–Z Guide: Part 1)
This is part 1 of the ultimate A–Z of Ha Giang Loop FAQs—written by people who live it, ride it, and guide it.
Faye Hilling
Dec 314 min read


Culture on the Ha Giang Loop (2025–2026): The Complete Cultural Travel Guide + Bong Hostel’s Culture Tour
Discover the culture of the Ha Giang Loop in 2025–2026.
Faye Hilling
Nov 2812 min read


Bong Hostel Charity Tour 2025: Ride the Ha Giang Loop That Gives Back
Join Bong Hostel’s Ha Giang Loop Charity Tour this December to give back to the communities of Northern Vietnam.
Faye Hilling
Nov 247 min read


Tourism on the Ha Giang Loop: How to Avoid the Crowds in 2026
Learn why crowds are growing on the Ha Giang Loop, where they concentrate, and how to choose quieter routes for an authentic ride.
Faye Hilling
Nov 216 min read


Why You Should Tip Your Ha Giang Loop Easy Rider
Wondering whether to tip your Ha Giang Loop Easy Rider? Discover why tipping matters, how much to give, and how it supports local communities.
Faye Hilling
Nov 79 min read


Ha Giang Loop Culture Tour: The New Alternative to the Classic Route
Discover Bong Hostel’s new Ha Giang Loop Culture Tour.
Faye Hilling
Oct 319 min read


What Backpack Do I Need for the Ha Giang Loop?
Let’s break down exactly what kind of backpack you should bring with you for the Ha Giang Loop!
Faye Hilling
Oct 279 min read


Hmong New Year 2025 in Ha Giang: Dates, Traditions & Festival Guide for Loop Travellers
Experience Hmong New Year 2025 on the Ha Giang Loop with Bong Hostel.
Faye Hilling
Oct 2413 min read


Self-Riding the Ha Giang Loop in 2025: Why It’s Now Illegal Without the Correct Licence
Learn why self-riding the Ha Giang Loop is illegal without the correct licence in 2025.
Faye Hilling
Oct 208 min read


What Not to Wear on the Ha Giang Loop: Dressing Respectfully in North Vietnam
Let’s talk about how to dress smart, stay comfortable, and travel with respect on the Ha Giang Loop.
Faye Hilling
Oct 178 min read


Ha Giang Flooding Update 2025: What Really Happened, What’s Fixed, and What Travellers Need to Know Now
Ha Giang Flooding Update 2025: what happened, current road conditions, and whether it’s safe to ride the Ha Giang Loop now.
Faye Hilling
Oct 137 min read


Is the Ha Giang Loop Too Touristy in 2025? What Backpackers Should Really Know
Is the Ha Giang Loop too touristy in 2025? A realistic look at crowds, routes, and how backpackers can still experience Ha Giang authentically.
Faye Hilling
Oct 69 min read


Ha Giang Loop Weather in Autumn: How Cold is it Really in 2025?
Here’s your ultimate guide to what it’s really like tackling the Ha Giang Loop in autumn 2025.
Faye Hilling
Oct 37 min read


Shorts vs. Long Pants? What to Wear on the Ha Giang Loop
Wondering what to wear on the Ha Giang Loop? From shorts vs. long pants to the risks of sunburn, road rash, and weather woes, here's our breakdown.
Faye Hilling
Sep 268 min read


Ha Giang Loop vs. Cao Bang Loop: Which Loop Tour is Right for You? (And Why You Don’t Actually Have to Choose)
Discover the differences between the Ha Giang Loop vs. Cao Bang Loop to help you decide which loop is right for you!
Faye Hilling
Sep 229 min read
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